7-Day Nepal Temple & Nature Tour
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, traditional welcome, and half-day sightseeing:
Pashupatinath Temple & Bouddhanath Stupa
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara (8-9 hrs), optional visit to Manakamana Temple via cable car.
Overnight in Pokhara
Day 03: Drive to Jomsom, explore Muktinath Temple.
Overnight in Jomsom
Day 04: Return from Muktinath to Pokhara.
Day 05: Pokhara sightseeing: Sarangkot Sunrise, Phewa Lake, Devi’s Fall.
Day 06: Return to Kathmandu (8-9 hrs), evening in Thamel.
Day 07: Breakfast and airport transfer.
Starting Point: Kathmandu Airport
Ending Point: Kathmandu Airport
Highlights:
Kathmandu Sightseeing
Manakamana Temple Darshan
Pokhara Sightseeing and Sarangkot Sunrise
Muktinath Darshan
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport. Our Representative will be there with a Guest Name Card and khada for Nepali traditional style welcome, and then transfer to the Hotel. Then meet your Tour Consultant for a tour briefing. After freshen up go for half day sightseeing of Kathmandu.Starting from pashupatinath temple.
Pashupatinath temple
Start your day with a visit to the Pashupatinath temple. Witnessing the spiritual energy around the temple, and observing the cremation rituals along the Bagmati river. Observing the presence of sadhus,aghoris,priests,devotees,divine power around the temple and beautiful & unique cultural presence.
Bouddhanath Stupa
Bouddhanath stupa, one of the largest buddhist stupa in the world. Taken as the sign of peace around the world, and one of the holy places for the buddhist religion. With its magnificent architecture, beauty & aura it will make you fall in love with the surroundings giving you the sense of peace.
Accommodation in Kathmandu
Day 02:After breakfast around 7:30 am head to Pokhara, the most beautiful city of nepal. Which is around an 8-9 Hours drive from Kathmandu. On the way you also have the option to visit Manakamana Temple, one of the holy places for hindus.
Manakamana Temple Explore By Cable Car (2-3 hours Trip)
Manakamana is a holy place of hindu goddess bhagwati an incarnation of parvati.It is believed that if anyone makes a wish by their pure heart here then their wish will be fulfilled.
After 4 hours of driving (100km) through beautiful hills and rivers we will reach Cable cars bottom station. Then We will take a 10 minute cable car ride to the top and after 10 minutes of walking through stairs , we will reach Manakamana temple. After the darshan of the temple we will be back via cable car to the bottom then we will drive toward Pokhara.
Note: Kathmandu to Pokhara is a distance of 200km and the 90 km of road is under expansion and graveled road so it may take around 8-9 hrs to reach Pokhara.
Accommodation in Pokhara
Day 03: Muktinath Dham Darshan
Begin your spiritual journey to Muktinath temple, one of the holiest temples for both hindus and buddhists, with a serene view. The journey starts from pokhara.
Early morning (6:00 am) takeaway, pack breakfast and drive to Jomsom enjoying the breathtaking views on the way to Jomsom,which is around 8-9 hours drive. Upon arrival, explore the town of Jomsom and its magnificent night view and overnight stay at the hotel in Jomsom.
Accommodation in Jomsom
Day 04: Early morning after breakfast we drive to Muktinath by Jeep. From Jomsom to Muktinath it takes approx 2 hrs. Arrive in Muktinath, visit Muktinath Temple then afternoon drive back to Jomsom, have lunch in Jomsom post lunch then drive back to Pokhara. We will reach Pokhara by 8-9 pm.
Accommodation in Pokhara
Day 05:Early Morning at 5:00 am head to Sarangkot to witness the breathtaking sunrise over Annapurna range,enjoying the panoramic views of other mountain ranges as well. After the spectacular views, drive back to the hotel for breakfast . Post breakfast around 10 am go for half day sightseeing of Pokhara. Proceeding with phewa lake.
Pokhara sightseeing places:
Barahi Temple by Boat in Phewa Lake
Beginning with the scenic view of Phewa lake , take a boat ride to Tal Barahi temple on the small island in the middle of the Phewa lake.
Bindabasini Temple
Bindabasini temple a hindu shrine devoted to the goddess Bindabasini, a bhagwati who is the incarnation of kali. The temple is situated atop a small hill with a attractive pagoda style architecture
Seti Gandaki River
Seti river which means white in color is a major interesting point of pokhara, asriver cuts gorgeously through the mahabharat range and disappears in caves and tunnels around many places on its way.
Gupteshwor cave
Enjoy the hidden cave with its sacred underground stream. The cave is said to be discovered in the 16th century. The main cave contains two chambers with several shrines located throughout, among which the largest one is dedicated to lord shiva.
Devi’s fall
Explore the breathtaking waterfall which forms a tunnel after reaching the bottom. Which is approximately 500 ft long and runs 100 ft below ground level.
Accommodation in Pokhara
Day 06: After Breakfast around 7:30 am drive back to Kathmandu which is around 8-9 hours drive from pokhara. Upon arrival enjoy leisure time experiencing the vibrant nightlife of Thamel, exploring the bustling streets and local shops.
Accommodation in Kathmandu
Day 07: Enjoy the peaceful morning, have breakfast at the hotel, last minute shopping and depart to the Airport 3 hours before your flight.
Includes: Breakfast