Upper Mustang

Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Jomsom (approx. 155 km, 7–8 hours). Depart early, passing through Beni, Tatopani, and the scenic Kali Gandaki Gorge. Enjoy views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, local villages, and the unique Mustang landscape. Overnight at a tea house or lodge in Jomsom. Day 2: Drive from Jomsom to Ghami (approx. 80 km, 6–7 hours), passing through Kagbeni, Samar, and Syangboche. Experience dramatic cliffs, deep valleys, and Tibetan-style villages. Ghami features traditional stone-built homes and incredible mountain views. Overnight at a tea house in Ghami. Day 3: Drive from Ghami to Lo Manthang (approx. 60 km, 5–6 hours), passing through Charang to reach the ancient walled city. Visit monasteries and chortens, and enjoy your first views of Lo Manthang’s royal palace and fortress. Overnight at a hotel or guesthouse in Lo Manthang. Day 4: Full day exploring Lo Manthang. Visit Thubchen Gompa, Chode Monastery, and the King’s Palace. Optional jeep ride to Chhoser to see ancient cave dwellings. Experience Tibetan culture and the high-altitude lifestyle of the locals. Overnight at a hotel or guesthouse in Lo Manthang. Day 5: Drive from Lo Manthang back to Jomsom (approx. 140 km, 7–8 hours). Retrace your route through the rugged Mustang terrain, crossing the Kali Gandaki River, and stop in villages like Kagbeni and Marpha for refreshments. Overnight at a tea house or lodge in Jomsom. Day 6: Drive from Jomsom to Pokhara (approx. 155 km, 7–8 hours), passing through Tatopani, Beni, and the lower Mustang Valley. Enjoy final views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges with opportunities to stop along the way. Arrive in Pokhara in the late afternoon or evening, concluding the journey.