Kathmandu – Muktinath – Pokhara – Jomsom

Overview

Muktinath is a sacred place both for Hindus and Buddhists located in Muktinath Valley (behind of the Grate Himalayan)at an altitude of 3,800 meters,on the way Annapurna Trekking route ,Mustang, Nepal. Mukti Kshetra (51 shakti pitham )which literally means the “place of liberation or moksha” or where the temple of Muktinath is situated, is mentioned in the Hindu Scriptures such as the Ramayana, Barah Purana and Skanda Purana. There are 108 sacred water spouts (springs) where pilgrims take a ritual bath. Nearby is a temple called Jwala Mai considered sacred and worshipped by both Hindus and Buddhists. An eternal blue flame keeps burning in the temple.

Every year thousand of Hindus devotes comes to this Temple from around the world. This Temple is one of the famous holy places for Hindus & Buddies , so every year thousand of tourist visits this Temple. In this temple there is mix in culture Hindu God & Buddies priest (Jhum- buddies lady monk Aani ). Jhuma ( Priest) of this Temple is not allowed to marry.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative after completing your custom formalities, transfer to your hotel. Evening, attend aarti in Pashupatinath Temple back to hotel. Overnight is at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02 :

Kathmandu - Drive to Pokhara via Manakamana by cable car

After breakfast, drive to Pokhara (about 210 km, 8/9 hrs drive). En-route, visit Manakamana Temple by Cable Car, continue drive to Pokhara, arrive in Pokhara transfer to hotel for check in.
Evening, free time to scroll around Lake side market. Overnight is at Hotel in Pokhara.

Day 03 :

Pokhara -Fly to Jomsom - Drive to Muktinath Darshan

After breakfast, fly to Jomsom (about 20 mins).Arrive in Jomsom airpor transfer to hotel later drive to Muktinath by Jeep (about 23 km,1 hrs drive). Take off from Jeep and walk up (30/40mins) to Muktinath Temple. Arrive in Temple. Muktinath is god of Salvation. It holds great significance for all spiritual people in the south Asian sub continent. Have darshan and worship,walk back to Jeep station and drive back to Jomsom. Overnight is at Hotel in Jomsom.

Day 04 :

Jomsom - Fly to Pokhara City Sightseeing

After breakfast fly to Pokhara, arrive in Pokhara transfer to hotel for check in, afternoon Pokhara city sightseeing tour, visit Bindavasini Temple ,David water falls, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Seti River Gorge(white river) and Boating on Fewa Lake - visit Taal Barahi Temple. Overnight is at Hotel in Pokhara.

Day 05 :

Pokhara - Drive to Kathmandu(210 km, 8 Hrs)

After Breakfast at hotel drive back to Kathmandu by road it takes about (210 Km 8 hours )having lunch on the way to Kathmandu. Arrive at Kathmandu transfer to hotel for check in. Evening shopping at Thamel market. Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Day 06 :

Kathmandu City Sightseeing

After breakfast Kathmandu city sightseeing tour ,visit Bouddhanath Stupa (world heritage site),Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple ),Jala Narayan Temple (sleeping vishnu),Kathmandu Durbar Squire(living God Kumari),drive back to Hotel. Overnight is at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 07 :

Kathmandu departure transfer

After breakfast ,the morning will be comparatively free and closer to the time of your flight,you will be transferred to the airport to board your flight for onward journey.