14 Days Nepal Pilgrimage Tour Overview

Our staff with your nameplate will be waiting for you at the airport. After check-in at the hotel in Kathmandu you can take good rest. Evening free on your own.

Today you will be received for sightseeing and temple visit of three major attractions of Kathmandu. Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa, and Budhanilkantha. Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Budhanilkantha are three of Nepal's most revered religious sites, each holding immense spiritual significance. Night stay in the hotel. Pashupatinath Temple, located in Kathmandu, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the holiest temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is especially important for Hindu pilgrims, who come from around the world to perform rituals and offerings. Situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, the temple complex includes shrines, ghats for cremation ceremonies, and stunning pagoda-style architecture. The evening Aarti ceremony, where devotees offer prayers to the river, is a sight to behold. Boudhanath Stupa, also a UNESCO site, is one of the largest stupas in Nepal and a focal point for Tibetan Buddhism. Its massive mandala-like structure is adorned with eyes of the Buddha that seem to gaze in all directions. Surrounded by monasteries, the stupa is a center for Tibetan culture and rituals, with pilgrims circumambulating it in a clockwise direction while chanting mantras. Budhanilkantha, situated at the base of the Shivapuri Hills, features a stunning reclining statue of Lord Vishnu lying on a bed of snakes in a sacred pond. This serene temple is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, particularly during the festival of Harishayani Ekadashi. Together, these sites embody the deep spiritual and cultural richness of Nepal.

After a good breakfast, you will be driven to Namo-Buddha, a monastery area of Kavre district, to explore and observe the mountain views with a local touch. After exploring Namo-buddha, you will be driven to a small town called Panauti (1,550 m) for a tour which is another site with interesting stories, history, and environment. Night stay in the hotel.

Starting from Kathmandu, the road winds through lush green hills, terraced farmlands, and charming rural villages. As you approach Manakamana, the picturesque landscape becomes more dramatic, with the towering peaks of the Himalayas slowly emerging in the distance. Manakamana is known for its sacred temple dedicated to the goddess Bhagwati, attracting pilgrims from all over Nepal. Visitors can take a cable car to the temple, offering a bird's-eye view of the surrounding valleys and the river below. The area is surrounded by dense forests and serene natural beauty, making it a peaceful stop before continuing the journey. The road to Pokhara from Manakamana continues to be a visual treat, with the landscape changing as you approach the lakeside city. You pass through winding mountain roads, river valleys, and tiny settlements, all framed by the majestic peaks of the Annapurna range. Pokhara, with its tranquil lakes, scenic views, and adventure activities, is the perfect end to this beautiful drive. The whole journey feels like a gradual immersion into Nepal's natural beauty, blending culture, nature, and adventure seamlessly. Night Stay in the hotel.

Early morning visit to Talbarahi temple (Island temple) located in the middle of Phewa lake. After returning back from the temple enjoy your breakfast and visit world peace pagoda for a scenic view of mountains, a lake with amazing Pokhara city. With the completion of Pokhara visit, enjoy scenic drive towards to Tatopani. It is the destination for an overnight stay on the way to Muktinath. (Drive 5-6 hr) You can enjoy the natural hot spring water.

We will start on our scenic road trip for the day post breakfast. The plan is to reach Muktinath via Jomsom. This day’s road trip has to be a memorable one with the mountains on one side and the Kali-Gandaki River on the other till Jomsom. After spending some time at Jomsom you will be heading forward towards Muktinath via Kagabeni.(Drive 6-7 hr) Overnight at Muktinath.

Muktinath temple is a very important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists, as Hindus worship the god as Lord Vishnu and Buddhist worship Muktinath as one of the Avalokteshowrs. After spending quality time at the temple, you will then return back to the hotel for a delicious breakfast. and enjoy the scenic drive to Marpha. Marpha is a less populated but renowned village of Mustang district. Its fame for apples, apple products and its multi-hued prayer flags against white buildings, made of stone is a visual treat. (Drive 2-3 hr) Night stay will be done in this village.

Our return trail to Pokhara will be routed through Larjung, Kalopani, Ghasa to Beni where we will stop for lunch before heading to Kusma. Unlike a pitched road, it comprises of rough trails and mud paths, traveling parallel to the Kali-Gandaki river. You will explore the famous Hindu shrine called Kalika temple on the way back to Pokhara. After arriving at Pokhara, you can enjoy free time on your own. You can ask for your guide to explore if you have a good time. You can visit Davis fall, Gupteshwor temple, Tibetan refugee camp, and others. Hotel arrangements will be prior-made in Pokhara for the night stay, so you can be at your best comforting situation. Night stay Pokhara hotel. (Drive 5-6 hr)

After breakfast, you will drive along the Siddhartha highway towards your next destination Lumbini via Palpa. Palpa is an amazing destination for domestic as well as foreign travelers as it has a huge amount of natural and artificial attractions. Some of them are Ranighat Mahal (Palace) on the bank of Kali-Gandaki river, Tansen city, Shrinagar hill, Palpa durbar (Museum) with many other interesting temples and attractions.(Drive 7-8hr) After exploring Palpa, you will be further driven to Lumbini which is a night halt destination for the day. night stay hotel.

With a good breakfast, your tour guide will assist you in exploring the birthland of Lord Buddha which is also the UNESCO listed heritage site. You will visit Maya Devi Temple and pond, Ashoka Pillar, Myanmar golden temple, many monasteries, Lumbini Museum, Bodhi tree, world peace pagoda, and others. Overnight.

Today you will drive back to Kathmandu. On the way, you will explore the newly built C.G temple also called Shashwat Dham. You can also visit the museum inside the temple area with lots of attractions and pieces of information about the Hindu religion. After returning back to Kathmandu, check in to the hotel and take good rest.(9-10 hr) Overnight stay hotel

With breakfast, you will visit three different attractions around the valley with your guide for the day. You will be witnessing Swyambhunath (Monkey temple), Chandragiri hill site, and Pharping monastery area. Swyambhunath (Monkey temple) is UNESCO listed heritage site from where the amazing view of Kathmandu valley with all hills is seen. This site has a great history, attractions and beautiful environment for the best pictures for memories. After exploring Swyambhunath you will have a short drive to Chandragiri. You will be enjoying a ropeway ride to reach the hilltop temple of Chandragiri called Bhaleshwor temple. After spending quality time at hilltop you will return back and drive towards the Pharping monastery area. You can explore the monastery, Guru Padmasambhava cave, and also take part in meditation and prayers in this area. Return back to the hotel for overnight.

With a delicious breakfast, you will have guided sightseeing of the Bhaktapur durbar square area and visit the local market of Kathmandu. Bhaktapur Durbar Square - Bhaktapur is on the eastern side of Kathmandu city and is also referred to as the city of Devotees and the fact is justified by hundreds of temples in the area. The home to the vibrant Newari culture, this is also the city of festivals. The 55 windows palace, the tallest pagoda in Nepal, the Pottery square and the museums in Bhaktapur has made it the best palace area in Nepal and also a must-visit place in Nepal when you are here. The entrance fee 15 USD is a bit on the higher side but once you go to the Bhaktapur Durbar Square you will be happy with the price you have paid. The local market of Kathmandu - Within the local market tour, you will be visiting famous Ason, Indrachwok, Kathya-swyambhu, Thamel where you can get many small shops for souvenirs. In the evening, farewell dinner.

Rooms reserved until midday. Day off. In good time, according to the departure time of your flight, transfer to the airport for boarding and end of our services. Meals: B.