Hindu Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal

We will receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to a hotel within the city. You are free to explore the city for the rest of the day. You can also prepare for the tour and shop for essentials. Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, we will visit some pilgrimage sites in Kathmandu. We’ll visit Pashupatinath temple, one of the biggest Hindu pilgrimage destinations in the world. The Pashupatinath vicinity boasts of a myriad of temples within its premise. From here, we will drive to Budhanikantha temple which displays a statue of Lord Vishnu. The tranquil environment around the temple is soulfully awakening as well. We can also visit the Kathmandu Durbar Square and explore the palace courtyard. Overnight in Kathmandu.

This day marks our exit from the Kathmandu Valley as we take on the company of the serpentine roads leading to the southern plain of Terai. After around 8 hours of drive, we will reach Lumbini, the Birthplace of Buddha. Lumbini is a UNESCO world heritage site and is home to numerous monasteries and stupas which reflect the principles of Buddhism. Overnight in Lumbini.

Firstly, we will visit the Maya Devi temple and the Ashoka Pillar. These monuments are located adjacent to each other and are said to mark the exact birth spot of Lord Buddha. Near the temple is a sacred pond, Pushkarni pond where Maya Devi is said to have taken a bath before giving birth to Buddha. In Lumbini, we will also visit other places like World peace pagoda, Myanmar Golden Temple, Lumbini museum, etc. All these sites reflect the harmony between Hinduism and Buddhism in Nepal. Overnight in Lumbini.

After early morning breakfast, we will drive to Pokhara from Lumbini. The drive heads north as the plain roads take on the company of the lush hills. After driving for a few hours with the scenery of far-away Himalayas, we arrive at Pokhara. Annapurna I (8091m) and Machhapuchhre (6997m) decorate the skies with pearl-white majesty. In Pokhara, we can tour around a number of destinations like Bat Cave, Mahendra Cave, Davis Falls, and International Mountaineering Museum. Overnight in Pokhara.

After breakfast, we will drive to Muktinath via Jomsom. The drive begins from Pokhara and heads northwest to Jomsom passing Tatopani and Lete on the way. The Kali Gandaki River keeps us company while the Himalayas in Nilgiri and Dhaulagiri ranges are clearly visible on the drive. Passing the windswept town of Jomsom, we drive to Muktinath. The temple is situated at the foot off the Thorung La Pass (5416m) and holds great significance to both Hindu and Buddhist adherents. Overnight in Muktinath.

The temple of Muktinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the preserver of life. Here, you can bathe in the ponds and 108 water sprouts surrounding the temple. In addition to this, this place also offers a stunning view of Mount Nilgiri (7061m), Mount Dhaulagiri (8167m), and numerous peaks in the Annapurna range. After exploring the Muktinath temple premise, we will enjoy a scenic drive back to Pokhara. The drive back to Pokhara is a long one and you can rest at your hotel upon arrival. Overnight in Pokhara.

We will visit some of the pilgrimage sites in Pokhara like Tal Barahi temple and Bindyabasini temple. The Tal Barahi Temple located in the middle of the Phewa Lake is a Hindu pilgrimage site in the City of Lakes. Also known as Lake Temple, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. Bindyabasini is another pilgrimage destination which is also one of the oldest temples in Pokhara Valley. We can also visit the World Peace Pagoda in Pokhara. Besides these, there are many other famous temples in Pokhara with their own rich history. Overnight in Pokhara.

We will return back to Kathmandu after a wonderful tour to the Hindu pilgrimage sites spread across the country. Hogging the riverside roads of the Prithvi Highway, we return to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, you can plan for other trips or prepare to head to your destination. Overnight in Kathmandu.

We will drop you off at the Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight back home. We hope that the Hindu Pilgrimage Tour introduced you to the rich Hindu heritage of Nepal and hope to accompany you on other trips in Nepal.