Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Pokhara
You'll arrive in Kathmandu and head directly to Pokhara. There are two ways to get there: take a scenic 30-minute local flight or drive for about 6 hours. Either option works depending on what you prefer. After settling in, you'll spend the night in Pokhara and get ready for your trek starting the next day.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Welcome to Nepal , 01:05 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- 30-minute local flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara with scenic views
- 6-hour drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
Landmarks Kathmandu Pokhara 
- Day 2
Pokhara to Jomsom to Kagbeni
This morning you'll fly from Pokhara to Jomsom, which takes only 15 minutes. From there, your trek begins through the Kali Gandaki valley heading toward Kagbeni. Kagbeni serves as the main gateway to enter the Mustang region, so you'll make this your first trekking destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Kali Gandaki valley from Jomsom to Kagbeni
Landmarks Jomsom Kali Gandaki Valley Kagbeni 
- Day 3
Chhusand - Tangbe - Chele
You'll trek across the Kali Gandaki riverbed today, passing through Chhusand and Tangbe villages. The landscape here looks like a barren Tibetan plateau with brown rocky terrain. Later in the day, you'll cross a suspension bridge to reach Chele village where you'll stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk across Kali Gandaki riverbed
- Visit Chhusand village
- Visit Tangbe village
- Cross suspension bridge to Chele village
Landmarks Chhusand Tangbe Chele - Day 4
Chele to Syangboche
Starting from Chele, you'll trek through Ghiling Vhena and tackle two mountain passes today. First comes Dorje La Pass at 3,735 meters (12,254 feet), then Taklam La Pass at 3,624 meters (11,890 feet). By evening you'll reach Syangboche for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek through Ghiling Vhena
- Cross Dorje La Pass (3,735 meters)
- Cross Taklam La Pass (3,624 meters)
Landmarks Dorje La Pass Taklam La Pass - Day 5
Syangboche to Gheling
Today involves crossing two higher passes with views of Mount Dhaulagiri and Mount Annapurna in the distance. You'll go over Yamda La at 3,850 meters (12,631 feet) and Nyi La at 4,010 meters (13,156 feet). The barren, rugged landscape surrounds you the entire way. By evening you'll reach Gheling for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Yamda La mountain pass (3,850 meters)
- Cross Nyi La mountain pass (4,010 meters)
- View Mount Dhaulagiri
- View Mount Annapurna
Landmarks Mount Dhaulagiri Mount Annapurna - Day 6
Gheling to Ghami
You'll trek through open barren landscapes today with cliffs and small nearby villages coming into view as the day goes on. This is a more moderate day compared to yesterday, and you're heading toward Ghami where you'll stay overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek to Ghami with views of landscapes and nearby villages
Landmarks Ghami - Day 7
Ghami to Charang
After leaving Ghami, you'll climb to Charang La Pass at 3,870 meters (12,696 feet) and then descend into Charang Village. This village is known for its mani walls and Tibetan-influenced culture that reflects the way Tibetan people live. You'll spend the night here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cross Charang La Pass (3,870 meters)
- Visit Charang Village with mani walls
Landmarks Charang La Pass Charang Village - Day 8
Charang to Lo-Manthang
You'll reach Lo-Manthang today, the forbidden kingdom with white-washed walls and distinctive palaces. Once you arrive, spend time exploring the old monasteries throughout the walled city and learning about Tibetan Buddhism practices in this remote location.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Lo-Manthang walled city
- View old monasteries
- Experience Tibetan Buddhism sites
Landmarks Lo-Manthang 
- Day 9
Lo-Manthang
This is your rest day in Lo-Manthang at high altitude. Use the time to acclimatize and let your body adjust to the elevation and weather conditions. Wander through the walled city at your own pace and visit the various monasteries scattered around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Lo-Manthang walled city
- Visit monasteries in Lo-Manthang
Landmarks Lo-Manthang 
- Day 10
Lo-Manthang to Ghami
You'll start heading down today, beginning your descent from the high passes. You're retracing your route back toward Ghami, following the same path you took on the way up. This downhill section is easier on the legs but still requires steady pacing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek back to Ghami via same route
Landmarks Ghami - Day 11
Ghami to Chele
Continuing your descent, you'll trek back down to Chele and retrace the route from earlier in your journey. The terrain gets gradually easier as you lose elevation, and you'll follow the same trail you came up on.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Downhill trek to Chele
Landmarks Chele - Day 12
Chele to Jomsom
You'll complete the trek today by heading back to Jomsom along the Kali Gandaki River Bank. Once in Jomsom, take some time to walk around and catch the views of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountain peaks that rise above the valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek across Kali Gandaki River Bank to Jomsom
- View Dhaulagiri and Annapurna mountain peaks
Optional Activities
- Explore Jomsom area
Landmarks Jomsom Mount Dhaulagiri Mount Annapurna - Day 13
Jomsom to Pokhara
Fly from Jomsom back to Pokhara today, which takes about 15 minutes. After landing, you'll stay overnight in Pokhara. This marks the completion of your Upper Mustang trek portion, and tomorrow you'll head back toward Kathmandu.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Jomsom Pokhara - Day 14
Pokhara to Kathmandu
You'll return to Kathmandu today from Pokhara. You can take a 30-minute flight or choose to travel by private jeep or car if you prefer a longer journey. Either way, you'll be back in the capital to wrap up your trip.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Farewell Travel Guest , 01:05 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with cultural program in typical traditional Nepali restaurant)
Optional Activities
- 30-minute return flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu
- Private jeep or car from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Landmarks Pokhara Kathmandu
