# Kathmandu: Upper Mustang Overland 4WD Tour with Guide

**Category:** Experience
**Location:** Jomsom, Nepal
**Duration:** 144 hours
**Price:** from USD 1089.87 per participant
**Meeting point:** Kathmandu: Upper Mustang Overland 4WD Tour with Guide

## About

Experience the beauty of Upper Mustang on a 6-day overland 4WD tour from Kathmandu, designed for travelers who want adventure without long trekking days. This jeep journey takes you through the dramatic landscapes of the Annapurna region, following the Kali Gandaki River into Nepal’s remote and culturally preserved Mustang Valley.

Travel comfortably by private 4WD jeep as you explore Muktinath Temple, the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, traditional Tibetan-influenced villages, and the famous apple orchards of Marpha. The route offers panoramic Himalayan views, desert-like cliffs, deep gorges, and centuries-old monasteries — all accessible without strenuous hiking.

This Upper Mustang overland tour is suitable for all ages and ideal for families, photographers, cultural travelers, and those with limited time. Each jeep carries up to seven passengers with luggage, ensuring a smooth and flexible journey across high mountain terrain.

Stay in local tea houses, enjoy authentic Nepali and Himalayan cuisine, and travel at a relaxed pace with stops for photography and exploration. We handle all logistics, including ACAP permits and Upper Mustang Restricted Area permits, so your journey remains seamless from start to finish.

Discover the legendary “Forbidden Kingdom” of Nepal in comfort — a rare Himalayan experience that blends culture, scenery, and adventure in one unforgettable road trip.

Day 1: Kathmandu to Beni

Begin with an early scenic drive from Kathmandu, following river valleys, terraced hillsides, and traditional rural villages toward western Nepal. Beni, the gateway to the Mustang region, is your overnight stop.

Day 2: Lower Mustang Exploration

Drive through the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge. Stop at Tatopani for natural hot springs, visit Rupse Waterfall, pass through Lete, and explore the traditional Thakali village of Marpha. Continue via Jomsom and Kagbeni before entering Upper Mustang and reaching Chusang for overnight.

Day 3: Lo Manthang, Korala Border & Chosar

Travel across the trans-Himalayan desert landscape, passing Samar, Ghami, and Dhakmar villages. Explore the historic walled city of Lo Manthang, then continue toward the Korala border near Tibet. Visit the ancient caves and monastery of Chosar before returning to Chusang.

Day 4: Chusang to Muktinath

Drive to the sacred Muktinath Temple, a revered pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists. After exploration, descend via Jomsom and Kagbeni to the charming apple village of Marpha for overnight.

Day 5: Marpha to Pokhara

Drive toward Pokhara with stops at Galeshwor Mahadev Temple and Baglung Kalika Temple. Walk across the famous Kusma Suspension Bridge before arriving in Pokhara. Enjoy a relaxing evening at Lakeside.

Day 6: Pokhara Sightseeing & Return to Kathmandu

Visit Pumdikot Mahadev, the World Peace Pagoda, Devi’s Fall, and Gupteshwor Cave. Later, drive back to Kathmandu, concluding your Upper Mustang overland journey.

## What's included

- Private 4WD jeep with experienced driver for entire trip
- ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) & Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit
- All Driver expenses (salary, meals & accommodation)
- Fuel, parking fees, road taxes, and overnight expenses
- Government licensed English-speaking guide
- Visit to Tatopani hot springs, Rupse Waterfall, Thakali village of Marpha, Lo Manthang, Korala border near Tibet, Chosar caves and monastery, Muktinath Temple, Jomsom & kagbeni
- Visit to khusma suspension bridge and temples
- Sightseeing in Pokhara
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
- Feel the thrill of exploring the dramatic Kali Gandaki Gorge
- Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple, a pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists
- Explore the historic walled city of Lo Manthang and the Korala border
- Discover the traditional Thakali village of Marpha, known for apple orchards
- Walk across the famous suspension bridge at Kusma and visit local temples

## What's not included

- International flights and Nepal visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Entire route accommodations & Meals during the trip (allows flexibility for guests)
- Personal expenses (drinks, snacks, laundry, phone, Wi-Fi, hot shower where applicable)
- Tips for driver
- Professional Guide
- Any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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## Booking

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