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Muktinath & Janakpur Pilgrimage Tour – 9 Days (International Deluxe)

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LocationKathmandu, Janakpur, Pokhara, Jomsom & Muktinath · Nepal
RegionNepal Tours
Duration8 Nights / 9 Days
DifficultyEasy–Moderate (high-altitude temple visit)
Maximum altitudeApprox. 3,800 m (Muktinath)
Best seasonSpring and autumn; Jomsom flights weather-dependent
Package price $1,400.00

Tour Overview

FLY EVEREST HOLIDAYS · Nepal sacred journeys

Muktinath & Janakpur Pilgrimage Tour – 8 Nights / 9 Days

From the holy shrines of Kathmandu and Janakpur to the Himalayan sanctuary of Muktinath, discover Nepal through devotion, living traditions and remarkable landscapes.

This thoughtfully arranged nine-day pilgrimage with FLY EVEREST HOLIDAYS brings together sacred Hindu temples, the Mithila heritage of Janakpur, Pokhara's serene lakeside setting and the revered Muktinath Temple in Mustang. Domestic flights and private ground transfers connect places of worship across the hills, valleys and high Himalayas.

The journey includes meaningful opportunities for darshan, prayer and cultural discovery — from Pashupatinath Aarti and the shrines of Janakpur to Muktinath's sacred water spouts, Jwala Mai, Kagbeni Sangam and Manakamana Temple. It is designed as a cultural and spiritual tour rather than a trekking expedition, although the Muktinath portion involves high-altitude travel and some walking.

Duration8 Nights / 9 Days
JourneyFlights & AC road transfers
Maximum pointApprox. 3,800 m – Muktinath
Quote for this listingUSD 1,400

Sacred experiences along the way

Kathmandu – Shiva and timeless heritage

Attend Pashupatinath Temple Aarti and visit Guhyeshwari Mata, Doleshwar Mahadev, Jal Narayan (Budhanilkantha) and prominent UNESCO-listed monuments, including Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan, Boudhanath and Patan.

Janakpur – sacred Mithila

Fly to Janakpurdham, associated with Goddess Sita and the Ramayana, and visit Janaki Mandir, Ram Mandir and Vivah Mandap. The further Dhanushadham visit depends on same-day flight and road timings.

Muktinath & Kagbeni – Himalayan pilgrimage

Travel via Pokhara and Jomsom to the sacred Muktinath area for temple darshan and, where suitable, ritual bathing and prayer. Continue to Jwala Mai, Vishnu Paduka and Kagbeni Sangam for traditional worship and ancestral offerings, according to individual preference.

Pokhara & Manakamana – lakes and blessings

Enjoy Sarangkot's sunrise viewpoint, visit Bindhyabasini Temple, Tal Barahi Temple, Devi's Fall and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. Return to Kathmandu via the Manakamana Temple cable car pilgrimage.

Tour prices, accommodation & services

Traveller category Supplied per-person quotation
Indian nationals INR 66,000
Non-Indian nationals – deluxe package USD 1,400

This listing is for Non-Indian nationals – deluxe package, quoted at USD 1,400. The INR and USD rates are independent supplied quotations, not exchange-rate conversions. The foreign-national quote is described as a deluxe package; exact hotel names and standards require confirmation.

The itinerary provides eight hotel nights: Kathmandu – five, Pokhara – two and Jomsom – one. The quoted package specifies breakfast, lunch and dinner, an English/Hindi-speaking Nepali guide, listed domestic flights, AC sightseeing and road transfers, applicable Muktinath permits, return Manakamana cable car tickets and entry fees for the listed attractions.

International flights, visa fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses are excluded. The hotel names/standards for each traveller category, flights, special rituals and precise ancillary activity coverage must be confirmed at booking.

Nine-day pilgrimage at a glance

Day Programme Overnight
01 Arrival; Pashupatinath Aarti and Guhyeshwari darshan Kathmandu
02 Fly to Janakpur for Ram-Janaki sites; return and Doleshwar Kathmandu
03 Jal Narayan, Swayambhunath; fly to Pokhara Pokhara
04 Fly to Jomsom; Muktinath darshan and Kagbeni Jomsom
05 Fly to Pokhara; city temples, lake and heritage sites Pokhara
06 Sarangkot sunrise; drive to Kathmandu via Manakamana Kathmandu
07 Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Changu Narayan Kathmandu
08 Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Patan Durbar Square Kathmandu
09 Airport transfer and departure —

Travel with preparation and peace of mind

Muktinath sits at approximately 3,800 metres, reached rapidly by air and road. High altitude, cold weather and physical exertion can affect travellers. Discuss fitness or medical concerns with a qualified clinician before travel; follow your guide's safety instructions and do not force a ritual bath if conditions are unsafe.

Pokhara–Jomsom flights depend on weather and may face seasonal disruption. Some same-day temple visits are ambitious, especially Day 2 in Janakpur. Final scheduling, entry access and any flight-delay arrangements should be reconfirmed with FLY EVEREST HOLIDAYS before publication and booking.

Trip Specifications

Starting Point Kathmandu, Nepal
Ending Point Kathmandu, Nepal
Meals Package Breakfast, lunch and dinner as per itinerary
Transportation Domestic flights; AC sightseeing; Pokhara–Kathmandu road; Muktinath vehicle
Accommodation Deluxe package; hotels to confirm; Kathmandu 5N, Pokhara 2N, Jomsom 1N

Travel Itinerary

9 Days
1
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, meet the FLY EVEREST HOLIDAYS representative and transfer to the hotel. After the tour briefing, visit Pashupatinath for evening Aarti Darshan and nearby Guhyeshwari Mata Temple, subject to arrival time, opening hours and crowd management. Return to the hotel for the night.
Meals B/L/D (according to arrival time)
Accommodation Kathmandu hotel
Altitude Kathmandu: approx. 1,400 m (supplied)
Driving Airport transfer and local sightseeing
Important Notes
The itinerary specifies temple visits on arrival day; late flights may require rescheduling. Meals apply according to practical arrival timing.
2
Take a scheduled morning flight from Kathmandu to Janakpur, then visit Janaki Mandir, Ram Mandir and Vivah Mandap, sacred sites associated with Lord Rama, Goddess Sita and the Mithila tradition. The source also requests Dhanushadham, an out-of-town shrine, and a temple described as Maya Devi Temple; the latter name must be identified by the tour operator. After the afternoon return flight to Kathmandu, travel toward Doleshwar Mahadev in Bhaktapur for darshan, time permitting. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Kathmandu hotel
Walking Temple access and short walks
Driving Kathmandu–Janakpur–Kathmandu flights; local sightseeing transfers
Important Notes
HIGH PRIORITY: Dhanushadham is about 18 km from Janakpur and requires added driving; combining it with two flights and Doleshwar may not be achievable. The requested Maya Devi Temple in Janakpur is unverified. Flight times are indicative only; confirm feasibility before sale.
3
After breakfast, visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) and Jal Narayan Temple at Budhanilkantha, home to the reclining image of Lord Vishnu. Transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for the scheduled flight to Pokhara. Check into the hotel and stroll through the Lakeside Market in the evening.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Pokhara hotel
Altitude Pokhara: approx. 800–900 m
Walking Light sightseeing walks
Driving Kathmandu sightseeing; Kathmandu–Pokhara flight; hotel transfer
Important Notes
Allow sufficient time for road traffic, airport check-in and both temple visits. The supplied flight duration is approximate.
4
Take an early scheduled flight from Pokhara to Jomsom, subject to safe flying conditions. Continue by road toward Muktinath Temple, a revered Himalayan pilgrimage site. Devotees may perform prayers or a ritual bath if health, temperature and local conditions permit, and visit Jwala Mai and Vishnu Paduka as access allows. After lunch, visit Kagbeni Sangam for optional ancestral prayers (tarpan) and learn about sacred shaligram stones along the Kali Gandaki; observing or collecting them must respect local rules. Return to Jomsom for the night.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Jomsom hotel
Altitude Muktinath: approx. 3,800 m
Walking Temple paths and steps at high altitude
Driving Pokhara–Jomsom flight; Jomsom–Muktinath–Kagbeni–Jomsom by vehicle
Important Notes
IMPORTANT: rapid ascent to around 3,800 m; medical and altitude precautions apply. Flights may be delayed or suspended. The provider must confirm the feasible ordering of temple and Kagbeni visits.
5
Take the early scheduled flight from Jomsom to Pokhara, weather permitting. After breakfast or upon arrival as timings allow, visit Bindhyabasini Temple, Tal Barahi Temple on Phewa Lake, Devi's Fall and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. Enjoy leisure time and optional shopping around Lakeside in the evening. Overnight in Pokhara.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Pokhara hotel
Walking Sightseeing walks
Driving Jomsom–Pokhara flight; local transfers
Important Notes
Boat access to Tal Barahi Temple is mentioned in the itinerary; confirm whether boat fare is included separately from site entry fees.
6
Begin with an early drive to Sarangkot for sunrise views over the Annapurna range, subject to clear weather. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then depart by AC vehicle toward Kathmandu. Stop at Manakamana Temple en route, with round-trip cable car tickets included as supplied. Continue to the Kathmandu hotel for the night.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Kathmandu hotel
Walking Short walks around viewpoints and temple
Driving Pokhara–Kathmandu via Manakamana; road timing variable
Important Notes
The supplied 206 km road estimate is indicative only. Highway conditions, cable car hours, queues and daylight may affect the programme.
7
After breakfast, explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square, known for its historic Newar architecture, courtyards and temples. Continue to Changu Narayan, a UNESCO-listed temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and enjoy the surrounding hill setting. Return to the Kathmandu hotel for the night.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Kathmandu hotel
Walking Heritage-site walking
Driving Kathmandu–Bhaktapur–Changu Narayan–Kathmandu
Important Notes
Monument entry tickets are included according to the supplied package terms; access remains subject to local opening rules.
8
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square after breakfast. Discover the city's living Hindu and Buddhist traditions and appreciate the craftsmanship of Patan's historic courtyards and temples. Keep the later afternoon free for shopping, quiet reflection or leisure before returning to the hotel.
Meals B/L/D
Accommodation Kathmandu hotel
Walking Heritage-site walking
Driving Kathmandu and Lalitpur sightseeing transfers
Important Notes
This is a second scheduled Pashupatinath visit following Day 1 evening Aarti, as originally supplied.
9
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward international journey. The 8-night, 9-day Nepal pilgrimage tour concludes.
Meals Breakfast, subject to departure time
Driving Hotel–airport transfer
Important Notes
International airfare and visa charges are excluded.

What's Included & Excluded

Services Included
  • 8 hotel nights: Kathmandu 5, Pokhara 2 and Jomsom 1, as per selected package
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu
  • Air-conditioned local sightseeing and road transfers as scheduled
  • Return Kathmandu–Janakpur–Kathmandu domestic flights
  • Kathmandu–Pokhara domestic flight
  • Return Pokhara–Jomsom–Pokhara domestic flights
  • Pokhara–Kathmandu road transfer via Manakamana
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner as stated in the tour programme
  • English/Hindi-speaking Nepali guide
  • Applicable Muktinath / Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP) permit
  • Return Manakamana cable car tickets
  • Entrance fees for the listed sightseeing monuments and sites
Services Excluded
  • Tips and personal expenses, including beverages and telephone calls
  • International airfare and visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Services outside the agreed programme or voluntarily purchased extras

Route Map & Video Tour

Route Map

Pilgrimage circuit: Kathmandu → Janakpur → Kathmandu → Pokhara → Jomsom → Muktinath → Kagbeni → Jomsom → Pokhara → Manakamana → Kathmandu.

Regional reference only, not a GPS navigation track. Internal transport includes flights and road transfers; map lines should not be interpreted as a verified route. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Open larger map.

Package price $1,400.00

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