- Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu.
- Day 2: Kathmandu- Visit Pashupatinath Temple & Budhanilkantha.
- Day 3: Kathmandu- Visit Patan Durbar Square, Baglamukhi Temple, & Bishankhu Narayan Temple (Godavari).
- Day 4: Kathmandu – Visit Bhaktapur (Changu Narayan Temple, Doleshwar Mahadev Temple), Kailashnath Mahadev Statue.
- Day 5: Kathmandu – Visit Pharping (Shesh Narayan Temple), Dakshinkali Temple.
- Day 6: Depart Kathmandu.
Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu.
Transfer from airport to hotel. A representative from our office will be there to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. At the hotel, you will be briefed on your itinerary.
Day 2: Kathmandu - Visit Pashupatinath Temple & Budha Neelkantha.
Today after breakfast we begin our pilgrimage tour with a visit to one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva Pashupatinath Temple. Lying on the banks of the holy river Bagmati, Pashupatinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva’s incarnation as the protector of all living beings or ‘pashus’. Pay obeisance at His shrine and ask for His blessings. After visiting other temples in the vicinity, we head towards Budha Neelkantha or Narayanthan. Lying at the bottom of the Shivpuri Hills, the enormous statue of Lord Vishnu, carved from a single rock is one of the most ancient and grandest statues of Lord Vishnu.
Day 3: Kathmandu - Visit Patan Durbar Square, Baglamukhi Temple & Bishankhu Narayan Temple (Godavari).
Today we visit the holy Hindu shrines located inside Patan Durbar Square, a royal palace complex dating back to medieval times. We will pay obeisance at Krishna Temple, Kumbeshwor Temple and visit the temple of Baglamukhi Mai, a short walk away from Patan Durbar Square. Locals believe that visiting the shrine of the goddess on a Thursday leads to wishing fulfilment. After prayers, we will drive to Bishankhu Narayan Temple. Located towards the south-eastern end of the city, the temple lies in a wooded area. Covered by a chain mail, the idol of Lord Vishnu is placed inside a cave. This is one of the most important shrines in the valley dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Kathmandu – Visit Bhaktapur (Changu Narayan Temple, Doleshwar Mahadev Temple), Kailashnath Mahadev Statue.
Today we head towards Bhaktapur, smallest district inside the valley but richest in culture. Drive for 40 minutes brings you to this amazing pagoda style Changunarayan temple dedicated to Lord Bishnu. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temple has some of the oldest religious relics (engravings and statues) found in the valley. Next on our stop is an important shrine of Lord Shiva - Doleshwar Mahadev Temple. Located in Sipadol, Bhaktapur, the shrine is believed to be head of the Kedarnath temple in Uttarakhand India. After the puja, we pay a visit to the tallest statue of Lord Shiva in the world, Kailashnath Mahadev at Sanga (144 feet/44 metres).
Day 5: Kathmandu – Visit Pharping – Shesh Narayan Temple, Dakshinkali Temple.
Our pilgrimage tour takes us to the southern edge of the valley, to the ancient village of Pharping. After a scenic drive, we reach the temple of Shesh Narayan. One of the important shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple dates back to the seventeenth century.
After visiting Shesh Narayan’s shrine, we head to Dakshinkali temple, which lies nearby. Known as a wish-fulfilling goddess, Dakshinkali Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Animal sacrifices are offered to the goddess, to appease Her and to ask Her to grant Her devotees’ wishes.
Day 6: Depart Kathmandu.
Our representative will drop you at the airport on time to catch your return flight. Bon voyage...
If you are interested in any other short trips or hikes, do let us know. We are happy to serve you the package of your budget.
Cost Inclusion
- 5 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu in BB plan on twin sharing basis
- Special Puja at Pashupatinath temple
- 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)
- Bottles of mineral water in cab.
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.
This price is valid only for Indian Nationalities, for any other nationals please contacts us.
