Upper Mustang Trek — 17 Days | Cost & Itinerary 2026

Explore the historical sites of Kathmandu from centuries and experience the classical charm of the patrimony. We'll go to the four incredible sites in Katmandu listed as UNESCO-listed UNESCO cultural heritage sites [with 489 temples, 15 shivalayas and 12 jiotirlinga shrines], Boudhanath stupa, the huge Mandala Sanctuary of the eighth century, Swoyambhunath Temple, the Kathmandu Valley stupa of the thirteenth century, and Patan Durbar Place (the Royal Palac Square of the 12th century). We 're going to visit the four amazing places. 

Pokhara can be reached by two options: private jeep or by bus. The costs are very comparable anyway. So, whether or not you want to visit the countries depends on your decision. If yes, the best option is the private jeep. You will fly to Pokhara otherwise.

Kathmandu is approximately 200 km from Pokhara and is approximately 7–8 hours from the hotel. Traffic jams often delay the planned arrival time. The experiences are nevertheless valuable. .

One of the most attractive flights in Nepal is the flight to Jomsom. With a  view from unbelievable moundland, especially when between the summits of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, this 20-minute flight will surprise you. That's amazing views. You'll have lunch and ample drinks before you go to the Kagbeni once you arrive at Jomsom. 

There is a control point in Kagbeni that leads beyond a steep footpath towards Tangbe. In an hour, the aridness of the Mustang Area will be added. The road passes the high cliffs, gazing into Northern Mustang's breathtaking views. As you continue your journey through the Tangbe, the black and brown colors of sand and rocks will become familiar.

The path to Ghyakar takes us from Chele towards the Dajori La pass (3.735 meters) with views of Nilgiris and Tilicho 's magnificent peaks. A humble village of Samar with a monastery in Nepalese style can be found down the pass. The route goes across the Samakyung Khola and Ihuwa Khola canyon to the dirt road to syangmochen. The view from Dhaulagiri is outstanding.

We will then go to our destination Geling through a line of Chortens via the Syangmochen La Pass. Geling is a peaceful, lovely village to explore with a monastery. 

We'll go over the farms and the meadows from Gheling. The views are rising significantly as you move forward. Shortly before we get to the Nyi La Pass, a smiley face is drawn on a rock. Perhaps the smile tried to convince the walkers that in the next few days something spectacular is expected. When we reach Ghami, we'll meet some of the amazing mani walls and the Upper Mustang chortens.

The trail climbs up to the Choya La Pass through a long manic wall in Ghami and then descends to the Tsarang, dotted randomly with numerous Chortens. It's worth visiting the Tsarang monastery. 

A ravine that unwinds the wonders of the Annapurna I, Nilgira and the Tilicho rivers, climbs up from the Tsarang. About two hours later, we reach Sungda Chorten, which is beautiful and then climb up to the Lo La Pass (3,850 m). The exotic palaces, white houses and red Lo Manthang monasteries are visible from here. The path then goes straight down to the Lo Manthang. 

Lo Manthang is an exceptional town separated by its 8.5 m high wall from the rest of the world. There are mysterious caves and palaces within this city centuries which appear at a glance inexplorable. But a few people have been exploring these ancient territories. The typical Tibetan-style Buddhist monasteries tell us that Lo Mantang 's history is somewhat tied to Tibet. 

Throughout the day, we will visit the Namgyal Monastery with pictures of Buddha and his disciples in its interior. Later, we go to Thingkar, a palace used by lo Manthang Royalties in the summer of 1953. 

It's a very long day, with frequent ascents and descents. There are several points behind the Chogo La, with views of the left valley. But you'll be in the new world after that. The trail continues down the Chogo La to Ghar Gompa, which is one of the best gompas in the entire area of Mustang. Now you'll climb up to Mui La, where the dry mustang is best viewed. The path goes down abruptly into a beautiful Drakmar village. .

Initially the path winds its way around red cliffs and Drakmar's caves. Then a long Mani wall stretches to Ghami up to the steep bluff. We'll be at the Nyi La a little while from now. It is a few kilometers from here to the Syangmochen. In Syangmochen there are a couple of comfortable lodgings and the views are not misleading. 

From Syangmochen, the trail goes down the same path as before to the Chhusang. The road descends mostly, so you can easily get to Chhusang. 

We follow the other course towards the temple of Muktinat, the Hindus sacred temple, rather than on the same road as Kagbeni. This temple is complex and it is necessary for the pilgrimage through many small shrines to finally see Lord Vishnu's man-like golden statue in the main temple. Pay heed to areas where non-Hindus are forbidden. There are also 108 carved taps in which all the sins of life are to be washed away. This temple is popular in Nepal both artistically and religiously. 

Muktinath is an interesting day that takes you through the beautiful Jharkot village to the spectacular Jomsom market. We will explore the marketplace once we reach Jomsom, and then check-in for the night. 

Jomsom to Pokhara by flight . 

Pokhara to Kathmandu by driver or flight (flight is an optional). 

After breakfast, transfer to airport for your international flight.