Nepal is not only filled with a plethora of natural landmarks, but it also boasts countless pilgrimage sites. This Pilgrimage Tour for 9 days shall take you on a spiritual journey and awakening as it takes you to the divine hubs of Gorkha, Kathmandu, and Muktinath. These pilgrimage sites are major destinations for Buddhists and Hindus in Nepal. Enjoy some peaceful time as you explore temples and stupas full of spiritualism, architectural beauty, and faith.
The Pilgrimage Tour commences with your arrival in Kathmandu Valley. In Kathmandu, we head to Budhanilkantha Temple and the major UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. Pashupatinath is home to Lord Shiva and in Shivaratri, we get thousands of pilgrims here. Boudhanath and Swoyambhunath are dedicated to Lord Buddha where the monks and worshippers are immersed in the religious rituals.
The next day, we shall drive all the way to Kurintar and get on a cable car to reach the holy temple of Manakamana, dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati. From here, we shall head to Pokhara and take a quick stroll around Lakeside. The next day, we will go to Muktinath on a drive along the Kali Gandaki River. Passing Jomsom on the way, we officially enter the lower Mustang region and traverse the barren lands that lead to the Muktinath Temple.
Bathe in the holy 108 taps and pray to Lord Vishnu at the Muktinath Temple. We drive back to Pokhara via Jomsom, and at Pokhara, we will visit the religious sites of Tal Barahi, Bindhyabasini, and Gupteshwor Cave. Thereafter, we take a hike to the World Peace Pagoda which offers enchanting views of the Himalayas in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges including Mt. Machhapuchhre (6997m). We head back to Kathmandu where this 9-day Pilgrimage Tour shall end.