Trip Details
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Trip Style: Tour
  • Transport: Private Vehicle
  • Food: Breakfast Only
  • Accommodation: Hotel + Lodge
  • Group Size: 6
  • Max Elevation: 3710m
Highlights
  • Visit World Heritage Site In Kathmandu
  • Visit World Heritage Site In Pokhara
  • Explore Pilgrimage Site In Kathmandu And Pokhara
  • Explore Teh Birth Place Of Goddess Sita

Nepal Hindu pilgrimage tour encompasses major Hindu pilgrimage sites of Nepal including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Budhanilkantha, Manakamana Temple, Barahi Temple, Bindyabashini Temple, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave, Muktinath, and Janakpur. Hindus around the world profoundly regard these popular pilgrimage sites as very special with true spiritual feelings. 

Nepal is a predominantly Hindu country although it is a secular country. This high Himalayan land is a sacred abode to numerous Hindu deities including Vishnu, Shiva, Krishna, Vairab, Laxmi, Kali, and many others. So, many Hindu devotees like to make their spiritual journey to Nepal as it is popular as the holy Himalayan land. Also, meditation and yoga are popular in Nepal at different pilgrimage sites.

We begin the Hindu Pilgrimage tour with a special visit to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the holy Pashupatinath Temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Pashupatinath Temple is a world-famous Hindu pilgrimage site where the god Shiva is worshipped. The temple is located on the bank of the Bagmati River. We can observe holy cremation at the bank of the holy Bagmati River while exploring Pashupatinath Temple. Kathmandu Durbar Square is another Hindu pilgrimage site in the Kathmandu valley. The big Kal Vairab and the living goddess, Kumari are the major highlights of Kathmandu Durbar Square. We also visit Budhanilkantha where we can offer a prayer to Lord Vishnu. We can see a massive statue of Lord Vishnu on the pond.

Next, we drive to Pokhara. On the way, we visit the holy Manakamana Temple. It is believed that our all wishes are fulfilled if we visit the Manakamana temple. We go to explore Barahi Temple, Bindyabashini Temple, and Gupteswor Mahadev Cave. These three religious sites are the major pilgrimage sites of beautiful Pokhara city. We still have to visit some popular pilgrimage sites of Nepal in our Nepal Hindu Pilgrimage tour.

These are Muktinath and Janakpur. The holy Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site, Muktinath Temple is located in the lower part of the Mustang district. Lord Vishnu is worshipped here. The natural flame which never goes out and 108 water spouts are the major highlights of Muktinath Temple. We end our Nepal Pilgrimage by visiting Janakpur. We visit Ram Janaki Mandir and explore the premises. Ram Janaki Mandir ( Temple) is very special in the entire Mithilaanchal.

 

Itinerary

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Day 01:Arrive Kathmandu, Meet assist at the airport and transfer to the hotel. O/N in Hotel.

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport by international flights. Optionally, you can take a long drive from India or Tibet to arrive Kathmandu passing through borders. Meet our representative on receiving and transfer to the hotel. You will have a brief orientation regarding the trip program you are undertaking. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu. 

  • Dinner
  • Hotel
  • Kathmandu
  • 1400m

Begin your tour to pilgrimage sites in Kathmandu after breakfast. You will accompany with professional tour guide and your own private vehicle. Go to Kathmandu Durbar Square where you will see massive Vairab statue, Museum collection with ancient objects which represent age-old history and civilization. Go to visit Kumari, the living goddess and be blessed. Enjoy the serene surrounding too.

Next, go to visit Pashupatinath Temple, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site in Nepal located at the bank of the Bagmati river. Bagmati river is the only cremation site for Hindus in Kathmandu valley. God Shiva is worshipped at Pashupatinath Temple. On the occasion of Shivaratri, a big celebration is organized around the premises of Pashupatinath. We can observe cremation at the bank of Bagmati River during this visit.

You will also go to visit Budhanilkantha, another Hindu pilgrimage site in Kathmandu valley nearby Shivapuri Hill. Here, we can see a massive sleeping statue of Lord Vishnu in the pond which is worshipped by the Hindu devotees. Drive back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Kathmandu

Drive to Pokhara after breakfast. On the way visit Manakamana Temple, a holy Hindu pilgrimage site located at the Manakamana hill. A Hindu goddess is worshipped here. We get there by cable car which is 2.8 km long from the bottom. Manakamana temple itself is a popular vantage point to witness mesmerizing Manaslu and Ganesh Himal. Get back to the highway by cable care and drive to Pokhara. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Pokhara

Have breakfast and go to visit Talbarahi temple located in the middle of Phewa Lake by boating. You will have quite distinct experience during this visit. Numerous pigeons and serene Phewa Lake make this visit a memorable. Next drive to Bindhyabasini Temple where pigeons are sacrificed mostly. Bindhyabasini Temple also offers spectacular Annapurna massif and Machhapuchhre. Finally, we go to visit Gupteswor Mahadev Cave which is an incredible holy cave devoted to god Shiva. Drive back to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Pokhara

Begin your drive early in the morning after breakfast. Leave Pokhara and drive along the country road. Arrive at Beni and ascend via country road via picturesque landscapes. The further you drive, the more arid landscapes you will get to drive. The final section of the drive is along the off-road. This drive to Muktinath from Pokhara will absolutely be different since you are going to experience spectacular drive via arid landscapes viewing alluring mountain summits. Arrive at Muktinath. Overnight at a lodge at Muktinath.

  • Breakfast
  • Lodge
  • Muktinath

Today, you are going to visit holy Muktinath Temple where Lord Vishnu is worshipped. We take a bath from 108 water spouts which are supposed to wash out all sins. We also see a magical natural flame that never goes out. End this holy visit and drive back to Pokhara along the same road. Overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Pokhara

Drive to Janakpur after breakfast. It is a long drive of 8 hrs. So fit in comfortable clothing while driving. We will have lunch on the way to Janakpur. You will use the Terai region to get Janakpur. Arrive at Janakpur. Overnight at the hotel in Janakpur.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Janakpur

After breakfast, we to visit Ram Janaki Mandir. We offer worship to the temple. You need to buy the entrance to get in the temple and museum. You will see the ancient objects used by lord Ram and Sita while visiting the museum. But taking photos of the objects present in the museum is not allowed. You will have free afternoon after lunch. Again in the evening, got to the Janaki Mandir to observe evening Aarati. Drive back to hotel. Overnight at hotel in Janakpur.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Janakpur

Today, you will drive via Terai belt and arrive at Hilly region of Nepal. We drive along Prithvi Highway after Mugling. Pass Manakamana and Trishuli River and arrive in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Breakfast
  • Hotel
  • Kathmandu

We will drop you to the international airport to connect your international flight. We say goodbye to you and wish you all the best for your onward endeavors. Once is not enough to explore Nepal so, we expect to meet you again for your next trip in Nepal. 

What to Expect

  • Airport Pick Up And Drop
  • Private Vehicle According To Teh Group Size
  • Hotel Wif Breakfast
  • 1 English Speaking Guide
  • Your Travel Insurance
  • Lunch And Dinner
  • And Kinds Of Drinks
  • Cable Car Ticket