Muktinath Pilgrimage Tour

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu at the Tribhuwan International Airport.

Arrival Kathmandu at the Tribhuwan  International Airport where you will find our representative awaiting your arrival with our office vehicle to pick you up and drop you to your designated hotel. Your first overnight in the valley of temples.

Day 2: Morning at Pashupatinath temple Darsan / Budhanilkanta & Patan.

After breakfast, we head out for a Morning tour of Pashupatinath temple for worship and then begin a scenic drive to Budhanilkantha after lunch. Budhanilkantha is famous for its Temple which is located at the base of Shivapuri Hill within the Kathmandu valley on the northern side. It is also known as the mystical Budhanilkantha temple or ‘Narayanthan’ temple. The temple is only nine kilometres away from the ancient valley of Kathmandu. We next head down to Patan, which was once a strongly independent kingdom to itself, but now a simple suburb separated by a murky river from Kathmandu. Anyone who drops into this ancient town must visit Durbar Square which offers an assortment of wooden arts in the monumental historic complexes which reflect the architectural influences of a medieval age found all over the valley. Patan’s Durbar Square, arguably, possesses some of the most fascinating assortment of temples and palaces throughout the country. A unique spot of interests are the artistic wooden carvings depicting the sutras of Lord Kamadeva (god of sex) dotted throughout the big and small pagoda style temples in the bylanes of this old city. Patan Durbar Square is said to be among the richest culturally and historically of all the other durbar squares of the valley. At eventide, we’ll drive back to our hotel in the city for the night.

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara [823 m/2,700ft]: a 6 hrs scenic drive through a lush green highway.

Early morning at around 7 am, we set off for Pokhara on a tourist bus. En-route we will see more of Nepal’s countryside that offers green landscapes, rivers, villages, farms and beautiful mountain surroundings. In the afternoon, we reach Pokhara. Pokhara is famously known as the ‘city of lakes’ and has numerous beautiful serene lakes. We can explore the most accessible and beautiful Fewa Lake during the afternoon - & enjoy some boating too. Explore, relax and dine by the tranquil Lake Fewa. We can even do some shopping during the evening hours. It’s really nice down the lakeside in the evenings, especially on a moonlit starry night. Overnight in Pokhara 

Day 4: Fly to Jomsom – Muktinath darshan and back to Jomsom.

After breakfast, we hop our 25 minutes flight to Jomsom & then drive down to Muktinath to make our peace with the gods. After completing our rituals, we drive back to Jomsom and enjoy the landscapes before we retire for the night. Overnight Jomsom

Day 5: Fly back to Pokhara and sightseeing at Pokhara.

After a hearty breakfast, we get set for our flight back to Pokhara. On reaching Pokhara, we check into our designated hotel. Pokhara is a stunner with its grandiose sights of snow-capped mountain peaks and superb natural beauty. Pokhara is most popular for its lakes Phewa, Begnas and Rupa. Your trip includes visits to some exotic locations. We enjoy boating on the famous Phewa Lake and if time allows, we will also visit the lovely Begnas Lake that’s in a league of its own. We also go on to explore the deep-seated mysteries of intriguing caves like Mahendra Gupha which will further heighten your adventure spirit and curiosity. David’s fall, the thundering gorge of the Seti River and the Tibetan refugee camp are the other interesting spots which will make a lovely part of our vacation in this wonderful country. Overnight at Pokhara.

Day 6: Drive to Kathmandu.

After a couple of cuppers, we get set for an early morning trip to the popular vantage point of Sarangkot for a stunning sunrise view of the Annapurna range and the much revered Machhapuchare [Fishtail] peak; its an astounding experience to see the Mountain sunrise. Sunrise in the mountains is one of the must-have bucket lists for everyone. After this memorable experience in Pokhara, we gear up for our return to Kathmandu by surface in a vehicle or by flight. On reaching Kathmandu, we are free to use the 2nd half of our day any way you’d want it. You can go for shopping, stroll around Thamel, and look around the local markets or just chill out with some beers at a roadside cafe. Overnight at your hotel

Day 7: Final departure for your connecting flight home sweet home.

Should you require any extensive activities, please do let us know, we have a vast array of different programs that will even interest the discerning traveller, our ‘No frills’ prices will certainly not hurt your pockets.

Accommodation

Your accommodation in Kathmandu will be made in 3-4-5* star hotels of your choice. All hotel rates are based on BB unless otherwise stated. Accommodations in the valley are comfortable and as close as it gets to home. The options are many for your hotel stay…the choice exclusively yours.

Dining

The choices are a delicatessen’s delight in the valley for visitors with vibrant taste buds. You will find cuisines from almost every corner of the planet in this ancient city. Most tourists’ based hotels and resorts are sensitive to the hygienic requirements in the preparation of all food and beverage items when catering to tourists’ visiting Nepal.

Cost Inclusion

• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu in BB plan on twin sharing basis
• 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Pokhara in BB plan on twin sharing basis 
• 1 Night Hotel Accommodation in Jomsom in BB plan on twin sharing basis
• Domestic Flight for Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara
• International Arrival & Departure Transfers
• Sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
• A/C Private Transportation as per the itinerary
• Entrance Fee as per the itinerary
• English speaking guide (Driver cum Guide for groups below 4 persons)
• Incentive Holidays Complimentary – Farewell Dinner (Traditional Nepali Feast with Cultural Program) 
• Bottles of mineral water in car

Cost Exclusion

• Nepal Visa Fee 
• Drinks and bar menu
• Lunch and  Dinner (other than specified above)
• Telephone, Laundry & Personal expenses
• Any accidental and emergency support (if any)
• Driver and guide tips
• Emergency evacuation
• Domestic and International Air Tickets
• Extra activities and expenses other than above itinerary

Note: If there will be any changes in the schedule due to natural disaster (force majeure), Rupakot Holidays will not be responsible for any extra expenses incurred.

If you come to Nepal and have a flexible schedule, then take the time to visit these places.  Nepal always has something to offer its guests.  During the peak season (October to December) and (mid of February to May), the stunning panorama of the Himalayas is at its crisp-beautiful-best, but there is really no season in which Nepal is not a beautiful or pleasant place to visit.