Upper Mustang 4WD Jeep Tour

Upper Mustang 4WD Jeep Tour

Duration: 11N12D
Destination Covered:
Tour Themes: Adventure, Wildlife Sanctuaries & National Parks
Price: On Request


Overview

Experience the land beyond the Himalayas standing in the edge of Tibetan Plateau, its untouched century old socio- cultural practices, historically rich archeological sites and magnificent landscapes throughout the rain shadow region in the 4WD Jeep tour. Global Holidays Adventure designs a special package as an alternative to the trekking to include all kinds of travelers to the isolated and pristine land of Mustang, all in short period of time.

Highlights of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

  • Drive through the bumpy terrains of Marpha-Jomsom-Kagbeni all the way to Lo Manthan.
  • Experience mini Tibet: Tibetan people/culture/lifestyles.
  • Visit the picturesque areas including magnificent barren landscapes ancient caves, century old monasteries and many other archeological sites.
  • Experience the Himalaya views from its backyard.
  • Test the renowned local apples, apple pie and apple wine (marpha) in Jomsom.
  • Visit Muktinath important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhist.
  • Journey through the Kaligandaki George, the world deepest.
  • Take a tour in the beautiful city of Pokhara (Lakes, caves and Davis fall).

The fun filled and full of adventure safari trip commences from the beautiful city of Pokhara. Moving through the winding roads we reach Beni, from where the off road starts. Kicking the dust through the off road the cruiser goes along the barren George, magnificent cliffs and various passes. We ride through the Kaligandaki George; the world’s deepest, with the majestic Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massifs in the background. The fascinating Upper Mustang Jeep Tour ultimately takes you to Lo Manthang. You will have enough time to explore the diverse culture and topography of Upper Mustang in this Jomsom to Lo Manthang by jeep safari. The decent is made through the same route.

(We require minimum of two persons to run the trip. We operate self or chauffeur driven)

Fees, Permits and Facilities
Foreign travelers have been allowed to the region since 1992 but tourism in this area is regulated. Foreigners need to obtain a special permit to enter in this area. Mustang is one of the most restricted trekking area of Nepal but now it is popular destination for trekkers. Upper Mustang is well marked by official "Mustang" boarder signs just north of Kagbeni where a police and ACAP checks permits for non-Nepalese seeking to enter the region, and at Gyu La (pass) east of Kagbeni.

Trekking permits for Mustang costs US $ 500 per person for 10 days. Note that it is defined as 10 days not nights, starting and ending at Kagbeni. Extra days are charged extra US $ 50 per day. In order to obtain the permit you need to have at least two members in a group. That means single permit won’t be allowed from the immigration. If you are single traveler, let us know, we can provide permits by joining you with other travelers group. We need your original passport copy to obtain the restricted area permits.

Best Seasons
Most of the population departs from Lo Manthang on trading expedition during the winter to avoid the cold and snow. The trekking season, therefore, is from late march until early November. The trip don’t go to extremely high elevations, but the cold, dust and unrelenting afternoon winds can make it less pleasant than other treks in Nepal.



Itinerary

Day 01 :- Arrival at Tribhuwan-International airport (Kathmandu).
Our Global Holidays Adventure's airport representative meets you and transfers you to hotel by the private Vehicle. Our trekking guide will explain about your program in evening time.

Day 02 :- Kathmandu sightseeing tour and trip preparation day.
Pre-trip meeting and  sightseeing around Kathmandu valley, visit UNESCO world heritage sites. Specially visit Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupathinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Then transfer to Hotel.

Day 03 :- Drive to Pokhara

Driving hours: 6 hours by private vehicle -200 KM.
After breakfast at hotel you will pick up from hotel and start drive to Pokhara. Enroute we will see more of countryside of Nepal that offers greeneries, rivers, villages, farms and beautiful mountain sceneries. (We can also take a scenic 25 min flight to reach Pokhara.) Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhare, five peaks of Annapurna and others. Pokhara is city of lakes and has numerous beautiful lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful, Fewa Lake during the late afternoon -enjoy boating too. Explore, relax and dine by tranquil Lake Fewa.

Day 04 :- Drive Pokhara to Beni to Tatopani (2600 m Elevation) .

Driving hours: 6/7 hours by 4WD Jeep - 110 KM approx.
Day highlights: After breakfast at Hotel, we start our journey to Mustang. First we drive west to the town of Beni with the black top road and then follow the Kali Gandaki River. The road after Beni is off-road. The Kali Gandaki valley is the world’s deepest gorge, between Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) and Annapurna I (8,091 m) Himalaya. Tatopani is a small town where you can experience the natural hot spearing and local activities.

 Day 05 :- Drive from Tatopani to Kagbeni (2900m. Elevation) and visit Muktinath Temple (3800 m. Elevation).

Driving hours: 5/6 hours by 4WD Jeep - 95 KM approx.
Day highlights: After breakfast you will drive through local villages of Kalopani, Ghasa and explore the apple farming of Marpha Village and Jomsom local market. Then you will cross Kagbeni village and visit holy temple complex of Muktinath and 108 taps dedicated to lord Vishnun. Also you will visit Jal Devi where you can see the fire lighting itself (Natural gas), the local town of Muktinath, Buddhist monastery in Jharkot with incredible views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Tukuche Peak and and drive to Kagbeni for overnight stay.

 Day 06 :- After official formalities of Special permit we drive to Ghami Village (3520 m. Elevation) Via Syngboche Pass (4200 m. Elevation). 

Driving hours: 6 hours by 4WD Jeep - 32 KM approx.
Day highlights: During the morning after breakfast you will visit Kagbeni Monastery and Buddhist School. Before living Kagbeni your guide will check in your special Upper Msutang permit and start your journey to Upper Mustang. At the first you will cross Kaligandaki river near Chhusang village by Jeep and climb up to Chella Village, Samar Village, Syangboche village, Bhina, Ghiling and arrive at Ghami village. 

Today you will have amazing landscape during the day from Syngboche and other places. This is your private trip so you can stop your Jeep anywhere and enjoy with the pictures. Also you will see the local farmer houses with Yak and houses caravan, Tibetan culture and local activities during the day.

 Day 07 :- Drive to Lo-Mangthang (3840 m. Elevation).

Driving hours: 3 hours by 4WD Jeep - 17 KM approx.
Day highlights: Today you will visit monastery of Mustang Lo Gager Ghar Gompa which is very important monastery in Mustang, Vist Charang monastery, visit Lo-mangthang city, "Jampa Gompa" the oldest monastery , built in the early 15th century and also known as the "God house", "Thubchen Gompa" a huge, red assembly hall and gompa built in the late 15th century, "Chodey Gompa", now the main city gompa and  Monastic Museum. Also you will observe domestic Yaks and cattle caravans, Wonder mountain views and landscape from the passes, Buddhist school, arts, king palace and local activities in Lo-manthang.

Day 08 :- Exploration day in Lo-Manthang and Chhosar.

Highlights: Today after breakfast you will explore Namgyal gompa, sky caves of Chhoser and the SHIJA JHONG cave of Mustang dating back to over 3,000 years have been subject of excavation for archaeologists from around the world. There are other several caves near Chhoser have been used for burial, meditation and also for living. Also till now SKY BURIAL is used in Upper Mustang which is in Chhoser and nearby villages. After finished the sightseeing of local areas you will drive back to guesthouse by jeep.

 Day 09 :- Drive back to Jomsom (2743 m . Elevation).

Driving hours: 6/7 hours by 4WD Jeep - 50 KM approx.
Highlights: Today you will drive all the way to Jomsom Crossing several local village, Kaligandaki river, Buddhist stupas and monasteries on the way. Evening you will have time to explore local market of Jomsom.

 Day 10 :- Morning fly back to Pokhara and after noon pokhara sightseeing.

Flight duration: 16 to 20 minutes.
Highlights: Today an early morning you will fly back to Pokhara and afternoon you will have Pokhara sightseeing tour. You will visit the hightlights spots of Pokhara.

 Hotel(Breakfast Includes) |  Private vehicle

Day 11 :- Drive/ Fly back to Kathmandu.

Driving: 6 hrs by private transport / (Pokhara Kathmandu flight: 25 minutes).

Day 12 :-Final departure day.
We shall drop you to the international airport by private tourist vehicle..

 

 

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Inclusions

Hotel , Meals, Sightseeing, Transportation

Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.