Introduction

Nepal’s one of the most beautiful and scenic road trips is the Kathmandu to Mustang road trip. The colourful villages and the windy valley of Mustang, along with the Himalayan view of Pokhara, all combine to give you unforgettable road memories for a lifetime. Due to the road conditions in some places may affect your journey. And for this, renting a 4WD jeep is the best idea for a Kathmandu to Mustang tour. Travelling from Kathmandu to Mustang in a jeep gives you full flexibility, comfort and safety along with the opportunity to see the Himalayan views, old monasteries and Tibetan villages.

Short itinerary from Kathmandu to Mustang tour:

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

On the first day of the Mustang tour from Kathmandu, you will arrive in the capital of Nepal. Our drivers will come to pick you up at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. After that, we will have a short sightseeing in major places such as Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Swayambhunath with our Kathmandu travel guide and have a short briefing about local permits.

Day 2: Kathmandu → Pokhara (200 km | 6–7 hrs)

The second day of our trip is the Kathmandu to Pokhara road trip day. We will travel through Prithivi highway, seeing beautiful rivers and the local Nepali market. Today we will stay in Pokhara, enjoying the lakeside view following the Pokhara itinerary.

Day 3: Pokhara → Tatopani (110 km | 6–7 hrs)

On this day, we will reachTatopani by travelling 110km. This 6-7 hours of the Pokhara to Tatopani jeep drive and experience the hot natural spring in Tatopani. Beni roads are slightly off-road and muddy, but the jeep will make driving comfortable.

Day 4: Tatopani → Jomsom (75 km | 5–6 hrs)

On day four of our trip, we will drive throughthe Kali Gandaki gorge and stay overnight in Jomsom. In our Jomsom travel, we will explore beautiful villages and windy valley landscapes.

Day 5: Jomsom → Muktinath → Kagbeni / Jomsom

On this day, we will travel from Jomsom to Muktinath by jeep, which is one of the most prestigious religious places of Hindu. Jomsom to Muktinath distance is 22km, and the roads are gravel and slightly up to 3710 above sea level. This Muktinath pilgrimage tour is:

One of the holiest temples for Hindus & Buddhists
108 water spouts (Mukti Dhara)
Jwala Mai Temple (eternal flame)
Stunning views of the Thorong La range

Day 6: Jomsom → Kagbeni → Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang)

On this day, you will explore Nepal’s beautiful village, Kagbeni. You will visit the Kagbeni village. After that, you will travel from Jomsom to the upper Mustang by jeep.

Day 7: Explore Upper Mustang

Upper Mustang is rich in royal places and ancient monasteries. On the 7th day of our trip, we will explore the Upper Mustang and Lo Manthang sightseeing, along with sky caves and explore the Tibetan culture.

Day 8: Upper Mustang → Jomsom

On the 8th day of the trip, we will return from Upper Mustang to Jomsom. On the way, we will see scenic views, beautiful villages and landscapes. If you want to see Marpha(apple village), we will stop by and roam around for a few hours.

Day 9–10: Jomsom → Pokhara → Kathmandu

On this last day of our trip, we will return to Pokhara from Jomsom and have a short sightseeing and rest. After that, we will return to Kathmandu the next day and end our trip.

Why rent a Jeep for the Mustang Trip?

The road condition in the Mustang region is mostly paved; however at some parts, there are sharp and narrow turns which are difficult to handle for normal cars. So, jeep rental is the best option for the Kathmandu to Mustang tour. Here is the list of reasons why you should hire a jeep for the Kathmandu to Mustang trip.

Ideal for rugged roads: Jeeps are the ideal vehicle for Mustang trips, especially for the upper Mustang. They have high ground clearance and easily tackle rocky, snowy and muddy terrain.
Safe: A 4WD vehicle can professionally handle land slides, snow, and sharp turns and ensure a safer trip than regular vehicles.
Comfortable: Kathmandu to Mustang, Nepal distance is 402Km and most of the roads are sharp turns, bumpy and off-road. Jeeps provide extra comfort and smoothness on these kinds of roads
Flexible: The rental jeep for the Kathmandu to Mustang trip gives full freedom. You can choose a route and stop whenever and wherever you want.
Space: Jeeps offer ample space compared to cars to accommodate travel essentials such as trekking gear and bags.

Total Distance and route

Kathmandu to Mustang, Nepal, the distance is approximately 430 to 460KM. From Kathmandu via the Prithvi highway, your journey to Mustang begins. You will pass through the bank of the Trisuli River to beautiful waterfalls and villages like Gasa and Lete. Here’s the route, along with the distance from Kathmandu to Mustang.

kathmandu-to-mustang-map

Kathmandu → Pokhara → Beni → Tatopani → Ghasa → Lete → Marpha → Jomsom →

(200Km) (95KM) (25Km) (16Km) (35Km)

Kagbeni → Chele → Syangboche → Ghami → Dhakmar → Lo Manthang

(10Km) (27Km) (15Km) (18Km)

Why choose Rent in Nepal for Jeep rental for the Mustang Tour?

Rent in Nepal is a reliable and trustworthy vehicle rental company in Nepal. With one decade of experience, rent in Nepal serves more than Customers. Here’s the list of services that Rent in Nepal provides to its customers:

Customised Itinerary: Rent in Nepal allows you to customise your travel itinerary. You can choose your favourite time, route, destinations and activities.
Professional drivers: All our drivers are licensed and experienced in Nepal’s diverse road conditions. They can handle off-road like a Mustang easily and ensure customer safety.
Budget-Friendly Packages: We offer customer-friendly packages without compromising on quality. There are no hidden or surprise costs; we discussed and let customers know everything in advance.
Well-maintained and modern Jeeps: All our Jeeps are clean and well-maintained. We inspect all our vehicles before hiring to ensure customer safety and comfort.

Vehicles Option

Here is the vehicle option for the Kathmandu to Mustang tour:

Public Transportation: Public transportation is one of the cheapest transportation options. But at the same time, it lacks comfort, flexibility, safety and is always overcrowded. Public transportation departs from Buspark(Gangabu), and it takes approximately 12 to 16 hours.
Bolero/Scorpio: Mahendra Bolero/Scorpio is budget-friendly and an ideal vehicle for small groups. These vehicles are available in both 2WD and 4WD variants and can easily handle rugged and off roads like Mustang to Upper Mustang.
Land Cruiser/Prado: The Toyota Land Cruiser/Prado is a powerful 4WD vehicle with high ground clearance and has extra space to accommodate luggage and travel essentials. This vehicle is perfect for travelling at high altitude.
4WD Jeeps: 4WD jeeps are one of the popular vehicle options for the Kathmandu to Mustang tour. Jeeps are flexible, comfortable, safe and ideal for off-road. For jeeps, it takes 10-12 hours to reach Mustang.

Rental Options

We have various rental options that can be customised according to customers' demand. Here are some rental options we have in Nepal. offer:

One-Way Jeep Service: We provide one-way jeep rental services for Mustang tours. This package includes a professional driver and service for only one direction. This package is ideal for trekkers.
Customised Tour packages: In this package, we made customised tour plans according to customer’s demand and schedule. In this package, travellers can choose their own activities and places. This package is ideal for families and groups.
Jeep rental service with Drivers: This package comes with experienced drivers who have years of expertise in driving on Mustang road. This package gives door-to-door service and is perfect for those who want hassle-free travel.
Private Jeep Hire( Kathmandu to Mustang and return): Private jeep hire from Kathmandu to Mustang valley, Nepal, includes professional drivers, round trip and sightseeing at different places in Mustang. You can freely explore places without worrying about time and schedule.

Pricing Details

The cost details of Jeep rental services depend on various factors such as distance, rental duration, packages and other services. For more information about cost and packages, contact us at

Call/Whatsapp: +9779768963977or email info@rentinNepal.com.

Conclusion

A Kathmandu to Mustang road trip is not just a trip, it’s more about himalayan wilderness along with spiritual and holy places. Nepal’s one of the sacred temples, Muktinath and the old monasteries of Upper Mustang, and the stunning village Marpha, each of the places gives different cultural vibes and natural beauty. But the Kathmandu to Mustang, Nepal distance is considered one of the most difficult due to the road conditions. For this trip, renting a 4WD jeep with a professional driver is the ideal choice because it offers comfort on rugged roads, along with the flexibility and safety and makes your travel stress-free.

FAQS

Can we rent a Jeep from Pokhara to Muktinath?

We provide a Jeep rental service from Pokhara to Muktinath.

Can we make our own itinerary?

We allow our customers to make their own itinerary.

How far is Muktinath Temple from Kathmandu?

Kathmandu to Muktinath distance is 373km.

How’s the road condition from Pokhara to Muktinath?

The overall condition of Pokhara to Muktinath is good, but at some places it's challenging. And jeep would be the best vehicle option forthe Pokhara to Muktinath tour.

Do all vehicles have the same pricing for rental?

All vehicles have different pricing because pricing depends on various factors such as rental company, rental duration, location and types of vehicles.