Pashupatinath, Muktinath and Valmiki Ashram Yatra

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu arrival
Welcome to Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. You will be met on airport and transfer to hotel. After the arrival, we will give briefing about your trip. If you have any questions or doubts about your trip should be asked and clarified at this time. Then evening you will visit to Pashupatinath Temple for Aarati Darshan, than back to Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel

Day 02:  Drive from Kathmandu to Manakamana Temple and Pokhara
You have breakfast early in the morning. This morning you will drive to Pokhara (200km), departure at 7:00 AM, approximately six hours away by private vehicle. En route, you will find Manakamana temple, can be visit by cable car it is a 1,302-m hill. The deity is one of the manifestations of the Hindu Goddess Bhagwati who is believed to have the power to fulfill wishes. It is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in Nepal. You will be arriving late afternoon at Pokhara. Pokhara is tourist's paradise with full of natural and cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with mountains. You can observe views to the north across the hills and Phewa Tal (lake) to the white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges it is most beautiful Himalayan panoramas in the world. Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Day 03: Fly From Pokhara to Jomsom and drive to Muktinath – Jomsom
You have breakfast being of the early morning. This morning you will fly to Jomsom approx.35 minutes flights and drive to Muktinath by Jeep (1.30 hrs) along the Kaligandaki river. Muktinath is god of Salvation; it holds great significance for all spiritual people in the south Asian sub continent. Muktinath (the provider of salvation) has been one such holy site, where thousands of devotees flock for attaining the much sought after moksha, have holy bath on 108 waterspouts, name of “Muktidhara”. & Holy bath in Mukti Kunda (2 Kunda in front of Temple), Hindu devotees take bath under chilled water of 108 waterspouts “Muktidhara” & Mukti Kunda, its believing that it brings them salvation, Have Darshan and worship to Muktinath Temple and drive back to Jomsom by jeep. Overnight stay at Jomsom.

Day 04: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara and Pokhara City Tour 
In this morning you will fly back to Pokhara, Pick up from Airport and transfer to Hotel. After Breakfast proceed to Pokhara city sightseeing places to visit like: 

Bindawasini Temple: Bindawasini is also one of the most popular temple in Pokhara. The temple is dedicated to goddess Bhagawati, another manifestation of Shakti. Bindawasini is the mother goddess who fulfills the wishes of her devotees.

Barahi Temple: The Barahi temple is the most important monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the center of Phewa Lake, this two- storyed pagoda is dedicated to the boar manifestation of' Ajima, the protecters deity representing- the female force Shakti. Devotees can be seen, especially on Saturdays, carrying male animals and fowl across the lake to sacrifice to the deity.

Seti Gorge: Another of Pokhara's natural wonders that unfailingly interests visitors is the Seti Gandaki River. Flowing right through the city, the boisterous river runs completely underground at places. Amazingly, at certain points the river appears hardly two meters wide. But its depth is quite beyond imagination over 20 meters! provides a perfect  view of the river's dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by its powerful flow.

Devi's Fall: Locally known as the Patale Chhango (Hell's Fall). Devi's Fall (also known as Devin's and David's) is a lovely waterfall lying about two km south-west of the Pokhara airport on the Siddhartha Highway. Legend has it that a trekker (Devin, David.) was washed away by the Pardi Khola and mysteriously disappeared down into an underground passage beneath the fall.

Gupteswar Cave: Another cave famous for its religious importance located in the southern end of the city, Chorepatan. This cave is a sacred and natural cave; there is temple of Load Shiva. In evening leisure, overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 05: Drive from Pokhara to Chitwan and Chitwan Activities 
After breakfast drive to Royal Chitwan National Park - arrival Chitwan, refresh then proceed to Elephant-back safari: Guests will ride on an elephant to explore the jungle and wildlife you will be able to see the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkeys, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, leopard and, if lucky, the Royal Bengal tiger. This exciting ride lasts for 2-3 hours. Our guides will help you identify some species of birds, plants and other wildlife that you may encounter. After breakfast we process on Canoeing Trip: A traditional dugout canoe takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and the animals of the riverbanks. Back to resort through the Jungle. Overnight stay at hotel. 

Day 06: Drive from Chitwan to Dev Ghat and Valmiki Aashram 
Early in the morning breakfast and drive to Dev Ghat after Snan and Puja continue drive to Triveni Ghat and crossing Narayani River by Boat for visit Valmiki Aashram. After visit Valmiki Aashram and Puja drive back to Chitwan. In the evening, Tharu culture dance show: Farmers of the nearby villages will show some of their traditional skills and dances. Overnight stay at hotel

Devghat Dham: Located at the border of three districts: Tanahu,Chitwan and Nawalparasi. Devghat is the confluence of two main holy rivers; Kali Gandaki and Trishuli. This is one of Nepal’s most important pilgrimage sites which contain number of temples and a famous cave. It is believed that one gets the blessings equal to many good deeds. 

Gajendra Mokshya Dham (Triveni): According to Shreemadbhagavata and Baraha Purana, once upon a time there was a war between an elephant king (Gajaraj) and a crocodile (Graha) that lasted for Hundreds of years. Lord Vishnu heard the prayers from the elephant and described and descended on Garuda to rescue him. As he arrived at the place, one leg of the elephant was already in the mouth of the crocodile. The god safely rescued the elephant from the menacing jaws of the crocodile. This place is situated in Nawalparashi district near the Indian border at the west bank of Narayani River it is known as Muktinath’s feet. It is the point where two rivers: Swornabhandra and Purnabhadra meet Narayani river. There are many temples out of which Laxmi Narayan Temple and Gajendra Mokshya Temples are famous.

Balmiki Ashram: It is situated insided Chitwan national park of Chitwan district. It is the Ashram of Rishi Balmiki. According to Hindu myth Balmiki Rishi has written Ramayana inside this Ashram. Two son of mother Sita are Lav and Kusha take born here. It is the place from where mother Sita enter Patal (inner part of the earth).

Day 07: Drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu 
You have breakfast being of the early morning. Then drive from Chitwan to Kathmandu by private vehicle, which takes about six hours. While driving from Chitwan to Kathmandu, En route, you could enjoy the mountain views, green sceneries, rice terrace fields, vegetable fields and people being engaged in their daily life activities. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to capital city. Overnight stay at hotel

Day 08: Kathmandu sightseeing 
You have breakfast being of the early morning. Then drive to Holy Dakshinkali Temple by private vehicle, which takes about 3 hours. After Puja we will visit the famous temple Sheh Narayan. This temple is one of the four Narayan in Kathmandu. After visit Sesh Narayan Temple we will continue drive to Sanga to visit World Tallest Shiva Statue. Then drive back to Kathmandu Durbar Squire. In evening leisure, overnight stay at hotel.  

Dakshinkali Temple: Dakshinkali Temple is one of the very important places of pilgrimage about Hindu goddess, Pilgrims visit this temple to offer their prayers and animal sacrifices to the goddess Kali. Apart from the religious performance this place has also been developed as a popular picnic spot. The shrine is especially crowded on Tuesdays and Saturdays when animal sacrifices are offered to the deity.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Kathmandu’s number one tourist attraction swarms with life. Though a few of the square’s 50-plus monuments date from the 12th century, most are from the time of the Malla Kings. Probably the most famous building here is the Kumari Bahal, a building richly decorated with beautiful woodcarvings, which is home to the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess and a manifestation of the great goddess Durga. An intriguing piece here is the 17th century stone inscription set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. The Durbar square, protected as an UNESCO world Heritage site, is the social, religious and urban focal point of the city. There are also museums inside the palace building.

Day 09:  Final Departure
After breakfast you will have some free time until the time to leave the international airport for your final departure.