Hindu Pilgrimage Tour (7 Days)

Basic Info ( HPT ) $ 0 per person

Duration 7
Group Size 2 or more
TransportaionPrivate vehicle and Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara flight
Altitude N/A
Accomodations Hotel in Kathmandu & Pokhara, Tea house at Jomsom
Best Seasons Any
Activities Tour & Travels
Meals Welcome & Farewell dinner at Kathmandu, All meals at Jomsom (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Basic Intro

Pasupatinath temple:-

Pashupatinath temple is a famous, sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lorde Shiva. Temple is located on the eastern side of Kathmandu, bank of the Bagmati River, and near to International Airport. This temple is considered one of the sacred temples of the Hindu faith.  This temple was built by Lichhavi king in the 15th century and the complex has been on the UNESCO World Heritage site list since 1979. Pashupatinath temple is busy on one of the major festivals Maha Shivaratri, which has more than 500,000 devoted visits records. Only Hindus are allowed inside the gate of the main temple. The inner sanctum has a Shiva lingam and outside sits the largest statue of Nandi the bull, the vehicle of Shiva. There are more than hundreds of Shiva lingam within the compound. There is also the site for body crimination on the bank of the Bagmati River where the last ritual of Hindus is performed. The gate of Pashupatinath temple opens from 4 in the morning to late 7 in the evening. Where aarti begins at 5 pm


 Guhyeshwori temple:-

Guhyeshwori temple is also one of the religious holy temples in Kathmandu valley which is nearby Pashupatinath temple. It is said that this temple is the Shakti chain of Pashupatinath temple. This temple was billed by Pratap Malla in the 17th century. The origin name of the temple came from the Sanskrit word Guhya “Secret” and Ishwari means “goddess”. It is believed that people who want to gain strength visit this temple to worship the mother goddess. Most of the people from Nepal come to visit this temple during the main festival Hindu “Danshai”.

 

Jalanarayan Temple

Jalanarayan Temple also known as Budhanilkanth Temple is located in Budhanilkantha below the Shivapuri hills, which is 1 hour drive from the hotel. This temple is a Hindu open temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu where the large recline statue of Lord Vishnu can be identified.

 

Muktinath Temple:-

Muktinath temple is one of the sacred and famous pilgrim places for both Buddhist and Hindu religions located in Muktinath valley at an altitude of 3710 meters from sea level. Muktinath also covers popular trekking called the Annapurna circuit which starts from Besisahar and ends at Jomsom(12 Days/Pokhara(17 Days). Hindus believe that lord Vishnu got salvation from the curse of Brinda (wife of Jalandhar) here. Therefore he is worshipped as Muktinath (Lit. the lord of salvation). There are some of the attraction places in and nearby Muktinath temple. Mukti Kunda; two holly ponds located in font Muktinath Temple, Mukti Dhara; 108 bullhead shape water spouts in the back yard of the temple which continuously flow through Gandaki River and many more places like Jwala Mai Temple, Mharma lha khang gompa, etc.

Day 01: Arrival, transfer to Hotel, Overnight at Kathmandu. 

Day 02: Sightseeing Pashupatinath, Guheshwori temple, and Jalanarayan temple. 

Day 03:  Kathmandu - Manakamana Temple - Drive to Pokhara (half-day sightseeing). 

Day 04: Fly to Jomsom and drive to Muktinath and back to Jomsom. 

Day 05: Fly back to Pokhara and Half day sightseeing explore the city. 

Day 06:  Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu. 

Day 07:  Departure from Kathmandu for the next trip or to your home. 


Includes


  • Airport Pickup/Drop.
  • 3-star hotel in Kathmandu  & Pokhara with breakfast and hotel in Jomsom with all meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • All Sightseeing and tour activities by private air-conditioning car /jeep with road tax.
  • Entry fees for temples, museums, monuments, etc.
  • Welcome and Farewell dinner at Kathmandu.
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara - Kathmandu by Private Vehicle
  • Jomsom - Muktinath - Jomsom by Private Vehicles     
  • Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara flight ticket with all airport taxes.

 


Not Includes


  • International airfare.
  • Lunch and Dinner at Kathmandu & Pokhara.
  • Extra night accommodation at Kathmandu, Pokhara, Jomsom
  • Extra car service activities if needed.
  • Cable car (rope way) ticket at Manakamana
  • Guided sightseeing at Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Muktinath
  • Tips for and Driver.

 

Arrival, transfer to Hotel, Overnight at Kathmandu

Day 1 : Arrival, transfer to Hotel, Overnight at Kathmandu

The first day of our journey begins by arriving at Kathmandu. Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. We will be welcoming you to Nepal with its electrifying capital city, Kathmandu. You will be taken to the hotel by our staff from Tribhuwan International Airport, who will be raising the placard with your name on it and drive you to the hotel where you will be staying for the night.
Sightseeing Pasupatinath, Guheshwori temple, and Jalanarayan temple

Day 2 : Sightseeing Pasupatinath, Guheshwori temple, and Jalanarayan temple

The next day is when our agent will take you sightseeing. We will still make sure that you do not regret being part of this. Today, we will visit numerous religious sites where we will be worshipping lords, gods, and goddesses in different temples. Next, we will show up in the Guheshwori Temple or Gujheshwori/Guyeshwori Temple which is near Pashupatinath temple. Then, we finally moved to Jalanarayan Temple. Jalanarayan Temple is sacred to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu so, it is also known as Shiva Vishnu.
Kathmandu - Manakamana Temple - Drive to Pokhara (half-day sightseeing) (141400 m/ 463910.761 ft)

Day 3 : Kathmandu - Manakamana Temple - Drive to Pokhara (half-day sightseeing) (141400 m/ 463910.761 ft)

After having morning breakfast, we will head to Manakamana today. Manakamana Mandir is one of the ideal approaches to savor the heavenly visit to probably the most seasoned sanctuary in Nepal Manakamana Sanctuary. Manakamana Temple offers us to see the majestic views of Mt Manaslu, Mt Himchuli, and Mt Annapurna. After you reach Manakamana, you will go ropeways to Kurintar by cable car. Manakamana cable car price varies from person to person according to age. After visiting Manakamana, we will head towards Pokhara which is known as an entryway to the Annapurna Circuit, a famous path in the Himalayas. It is a city on Phewa Lake.
Fly to Jomsom and drive to Muktinath and back to Jomsom (23300m/ 76443.57ft)

Day 4 : Fly to Jomsom and drive to Muktinath and back to Jomsom (23300m/ 76443.57ft)

Today we fly from Pokhara to Jomsom. Then, we will drive to Muktinath. The feature is a journey across the most profound crevasse on the planet cut by the Kali Gandaki River, which ultimately begins at the Tibetan level to streams into the Ganges in India. Not very long from Jomsom, you discover Muktinath, the renowned journey site for Buddhists just like Hindus. The region is an ideal spot to discover fossilized ammonites, referred to locally as Shaligram, which are discovered up and down the upper ranges of the Kali Gandaki. Gurungs and Magars occupy this piece of Nepal in the lower locales of the Kali Gandaki, Thakalis around Jomsom, and individuals around Muktinath, and up in Mustang. Then, we will drive back to Jomsom.
Fly back to Pokhara and Half day sightseeing explores the city:

Day 5 : Fly back to Pokhara and Half day sightseeing explores the city:

Today, we will fly back to Pokhara. Then, we will explore the city and go sightseeing. We may visit different clubs and pubs. We might as well explore nature. Pokhara will overpower you with its normal magnificence and extraordinary photograph operations. Brilliantly painted wooden boats add lively tones to the plant life, while paragliders glide down leisurely from a higher place. Flying over the lake is likely to be one of the features of your movement experience in Nepal.
Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 6 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Today is technically the end of our whole trip. We drive back to Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. Then, after arriving in Kathmandu, we will head back to our hotel. There is lots but idle time yet exchange messages with partners in crime and arrange the photographs. It is your last day in Kathmandu, and you should enjoy your last day in the city. We may also have a night dinner as a celebration of the completion of our trip.
Departure from Kathmandu for next trip or to your home

Day 7 : Departure from Kathmandu for next trip or to your home

Today is not part of our journey. We will depart from Kathmandu and head back to our respective houses or prepare for our next trip.

Equipment List


  • Day pack.
  • Trekking shoes or Sports shoes.
  • Sun Hat/cap.
  • Waterproof Gore-Tex layer or Raincoat.
  • Good quality socks.
  • Trekking trousers.
  • Trekking/hiking shirts.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Water bottle.
  • Camera and batteries

Useful Information


The Best Time for a Hindu Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal.

Spring Season (March to May): This is a popular time for pilgrimage tours in Nepal. The weather is usually mild and pleasant, with blooming flowers and lush greenery. It is an ideal time to visit temples and holy sites, such as Pashupatinath Temple and Muktinath Temple. The festival of Ram Navami, which celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, also falls during this season.

Autumn Season (September to November): Another excellent time for Hindu pilgrimage tours, autumn offers clear skies, moderate temperatures, and stunning mountain views. Many major festivals, such as Dashain and Tihar, take place during this season, making it a vibrant time to visit holy places like Jalandhara and Pashupatinath.

Winter Season (December to February): Although winter brings colder temperatures, it can still be a good time for pilgrimage tours, especially in the low-lying areas of Nepal as it is more accessible during this time, and the reduced tourist crowds allow for a quieter and more contemplative experience.

Early Summer (June to July): Despite being the monsoon season, early summer can be suitable for pilgrimage tours in Nepal. The rainfall is not as intense during this period, and the countryside is lush and green. It is a favorable time to visit sacred places like Pokhara and participate in religious rituals associated with the monsoon season.

It's important to note that weather conditions and specific festivals can vary from year to year, so it's recommended to check the local calendar and consult with "HImalayan Club Tours & Travel" officials for the most up-to-date information regarding the best time to visit specific pilgrimage sites in Nepal.