6 Days Muktinath Pilgrimage & Scenic Adventure: Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Beyond

Tour Highlights

• Tailored and private tour experience.
• Sacred darshan at Muktinath and Pashupatinath temples.
• Picturesque flight between Pokhara and Jomsom.
• Holy bath in Muktinath’s 108 waterspouts.
• Discovering Pokhara’s natural and cultural treasures.
• Cable car journey to Manakamana Temple.

Trip Overview
Planning a trip to the divine Muktinath can be daunting, but our 6 Days Muktinath Tour Package by Drive and Flight simplifies your journey while enriching your experience. This thoughtfully designed package blends the convenience of air travel with the charm of a scenic road trip, delivering a perfect balance of spirituality, adventure, and natural beauty. Explore the vibrant capital of Kathmandu, the serene valley of Pokhara, and the sacred Muktinath Temple, each offering unique cultural and spiritual encounters. From Kathmandu’s rich heritage to Pokhara’s breathtaking landscapes and Muktinath’s spiritual serenity, this tour fulfills your quest for divine connection, natural splendor, and exploration, ensuring a memorable and hassle-free adventure.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

• Arrival Time (TBD): Our representative will welcome you at Kathmandu Airport and transfer you to your hotel.
• 6:00 PM: Attend an evening briefing about your tour. For late arrivals (after 4:00 PM), the briefing will occur the next morning during breakfast. Any pending payments will be settled during this time.
• Note: Early arrivals with free time can opt for additional sightseeing based on your interests.
• Meals: Not included.

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Drive to Pokhara

• 7:30 AM: After breakfast, embark on a half-day tour visiting Pashupatinath Temple and Jal Narayan Temple. Our transport will pick you up from your hotel.
  • Start at Pashupatinath Temple, a revered Hindu site dedicated to Lord Shiva, featuring a four-faced Shiva lingam and numerous shrines along the Bagmati River.
  • Drive 9 km (approx. 25 minutes) to Jal Narayan Temple (Budhanilkantha), an open-air shrine with a large reclining Lord Vishnu statue on a bed of serpents, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists.
• 11:00 AM: Begin a 201-km drive to Pokhara (6-7 hours). Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a comfortable stay.
• About the Sites:
  • Pashupatinath Temple: A 5th-century Shiva shrine, the largest of its kind, with 492 temples, 15 Shivalayas, and 12 Jyotirlingas. Non-Hindus can view it from the Bagmati River’s eastern bank. No entry fee for Indian nationals.
  • Jal Narayan Temple: Located 8 km north of Kathmandu at Shivapuri Hill’s base, it offers a serene setting with a significant Vishnu statue.
• Meals: Breakfast included.

Day 3: Flight to Jomsom & Drive to Muktinath

• 6:30 AM: Take a 15-20-minute flight from Pokhara to Jomsom. Check into your Jomsom hotel, have breakfast, and drive 23 km (1-2 hours) by private jeep to Muktinath.
• At Muktinath, walk 30 minutes from the jeep park to the temple or hire a pony (INR 600 for a round trip, self-arranged). Experience the sacred site, perform rituals, and take a holy bath in the 108 waterspouts and two ponds. Lunch is available at nearby restaurants.
• 2:00 PM: Return to Jomsom for an overnight stay. If time permits, explore the Mustang Eco-Museum near the airport, showcasing Tibetan artifacts, or walk to Dhumba Lake (3.6 km, 2 hours), known for its natural and spiritual significance.
• About Muktinath Temple: Located at 3,762m in Mustang, this Vishnu temple, sacred to Hindus (one of 108 Divya Desams) and Buddhists (a tantric site), is set against the stunning Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
• Meals: Breakfast included.

Day 4: Flight to Pokhara & Sightseeing

• 6:30 AM: Fly back to Pokhara and have breakfast.
• Note: Early hotel check-in depends on room availability (standard check-in is 2:00 PM).
• 11:00 AM: Begin a half-day sightseeing tour:
  • Visit Davis Falls (Patale Chhango), a 500-foot-long waterfall named after a 1961 tragedy.
  • Explore Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, a 3-km-long cave with a Lord Shiva statue and views of Davis Falls cutting through it.
  • Head to Bindhyabasini Temple, a hilltop shrine at 3,000m dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati (Durga).
  • Take a boat to Taal Barahi Temple on Phewa Lake, where you may witness the evening aarti.
• Return to your hotel. In the evening, relax by the lakeside, enjoy dinner, or explore Pokhara’s vibrant atmosphere.
• About Pokhara Sites:
  • Davis Falls: A dramatic waterfall running 100 feet underground.
  • Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: Features natural formations and a Shiva statue.
  • Bindhyabasini Temple: A sacred site for Durga devotees.
  • Phewa Lake & Taal Barahi Temple: Nepal’s second-largest lake (4.43 sq km) with a pagoda-style temple and Annapurna reflections.
• Note: Pokhara-Jomsom flights are weather-dependent. If canceled, a private 4WD jeep will be arranged, with costs adjusted based on group size.
• Meals: Breakfast included.

Day 5: Drive to Kathmandu with Manakamana Temple Visit

• 8:00 AM: After breakfast, drive toward Kathmandu (201 km). En route, opt for a cable car ride to Manakamana Temple (95 km from Pokhara, 4 hours), dedicated to Goddess Durga Bhagwati, believed to fulfill heartfelt wishes. Enjoy scenic views during the cable car ride and have lunch near the temple. Continue driving 130 km (5 hours) to Kathmandu, then check into your hotel to rest or explore.
• Note: Manakamana cable car tickets cost INR 670 per person for a round trip, payable in advance or at Kurintar base station.
• About Manakamana Temple: Located in Gorkha district, its name (“Mana” meaning heart, “Kamana” meaning wish) reflects its wish-fulfilling reputation.
• Meals: Breakfast included.

Day 6: Departure from Kathmandu

• Enjoy breakfast and free time until your departure. Our transport will escort you to Kathmandu Airport 3 hours before your flight.
• Optional Activity: Experience the Everest Mountain Flight at 6:30 AM, a 1-hour aerial tour showcasing Mt. Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,516m), Kanchenjunga (8,586m), and other peaks.
• We’d be delighted to assist if you wish to extend your stay in Nepal!
• Meals: Breakfast included.

Inclusions

• Airport transfers in Kathmandu (arrival and departure).
• Private transportation for sightseeing in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
• Private jeep for Jomsom to Muktinath round trip.
• Domestic flights: Pokhara to Jomsom and Jomsom to Pokhara.
• Accommodation in standard hotels (twin-sharing basis) in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Jomsom with breakfast included.
• Guided sightseeing tours in Kathmandu and Pokhara as per the itinerary.
• All applicable taxes and service charges.

Exclusions

• International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
• Nepal visa fees.
• Meals other than breakfast (lunch and dinner).
• Manakamana Temple cable car tickets (INR 670 per person for a round trip).
• Pony ride to Muktinath Temple (INR 600 for a round trip).
• Optional activities (e.g., Everest Mountain Flight).
• Entrance fees to monuments, temples, or museums (where applicable).
• Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry, phone calls, shopping).
• Travel insurance.
• Tips for guides, drivers, and other staff.
• Any additional costs due to flight cancellations, roadblocks, or unforeseen circumstances (e.g., alternative transport if Pokhara-Jomsom flight is canceled).

Contact Us
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