Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom
Nepal
In short: Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom is a Approximately 650 km return mountain road trip in Nepal, typically driven over 9 days, best in Apr–Jun / Sep–Nov. Highlights: Pokhara, Marpha and Jomsom, Kagbeni and Muktinath.
A nine-day, agency-led return journey from Pokhara through Jomsom, Kagbeni, Ghami and Tsarang to the walled capital of Lo Manthang and Chhoser caves.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Pokhara to Jomsom via Marpha
Marpha village · Pokhara Thakali Kitchen
Day 2Jomsom, Kagbeni and Muktinath
Kagbeni old village · Muktinath Temple · Yak Donald’s Hotel restaurant
Day 3Kagbeni to Ghami
Chungsi Cave Monastery · Ghami prayer wall · Agency-confirmed Ghami lodging meal
Day 4Ghami to Lo Manthang via Tsarang
Tsarang Monastery and palace · Agency-confirmed Tsarang lunch
Day 5Lo Manthang monasteries
Lo Manthang walled city monasteries · Mystique Himalayan Resort dining room
Day 6Chhoser caves from Lo Manthang
Jhong Cave at Chhoser · Niphu and Garphu monasteries · Prearranged Chhoser excursion lunch
Day 7Lo Manthang to Ghami
Ghar Gompa · Agency-confirmed return-stage dinner in Ghami
Day 8Ghami to Jomsom
Upper Mustang permit exit checkpoint · Hotel Om’s Home return dinner
Day 9Jomsom to Pokhara
Kali Gandaki return drive · Caffè Concerto
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom drive?
The Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom covers Approximately 650 km return from start to finish.
How long does the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom take to drive?
Most travellers spend 9 days on the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom, depending on stops and pace.
When is the best time to drive the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom?
The recommended season for the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom is Apr–Jun / Sep–Nov.
Where does the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom start and end?
The Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom runs from Pokhara to Lo Manthang.
What are the main stops on the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom?
The Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom passes through Pokhara, Marpha and Jomsom, Kagbeni and Muktinath.
Do I need a permit or border paperwork for the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom?
Yes — the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom requires permits, fees, or border paperwork. Plan ahead: Upper Mustang travel must be arranged through an authorized Nepal trekking agency with the required licensed guide and Restricted Area Permit. Nepal Immigration’s May 2026 fee page lists Upper Mustang at US$500 per person for the first 10 days and US$50 per person per day beyond 10 days; reconfirm the permit rule, minimum group requirement, passport validity, ACAP entry and checkpoint procedure before payment. Use an experienced local high-clearance 4WD driver: the Kali Gandaki road is rough, dusty, exposed to rockfall and river damage, and weather can strand vehicles. Travel only in daylight and carry water, food, cash, warm layers, offline navigation and a full-size spare. This plan includes the return to Pokhara and gives Lo Manthang and Chhoser separate days.
How many fuel stops are needed on the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom?
Plan around 1 refuels (or about 2 EV charges) along the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom, based on its Approximately 650 km return length.
Is the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom safe to drive?
Upper Mustang travel must be arranged through an authorized Nepal trekking agency with the required licensed guide and Restricted Area Permit. Nepal Immigration’s May 2026 fee page lists Upper Mustang at US$500 per person for the first 10 days and US$50 per person per day beyond 10 days; reconfirm the permit rule, minimum group requirement, passport validity, ACAP entry and checkpoint procedure before payment. Use an experienced local high-clearance 4WD driver: the Kali Gandaki road is rough, dusty, exposed to rockfall and river damage, and weather can strand vehicles. Travel only in daylight and carry water, food, cash, warm layers, offline navigation and a full-size spare. This plan includes the return to Pokhara and gives Lo Manthang and Chhoser separate days.
What scenic tier is the Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom?
The Pokhara to Lo Manthang via Jomsom is a iconic drive — Iconic road trips that anchor a region's reputation — postcard scenery, headline highways, and the routes most travellers want to drive.