Nepal Spiritual Tour : Janakpur, Pashupatinath, Pokhara, Muktinath & Lumbini TourNepal Spiritual Tour : Janakpur, Pashupatinath, Pokhara, Muktinath & Lumbini Tour

Nepal Spiritual Tour : Janakpur, Pashupatinath, Pokhara, Muktinath & Lumbini Tour

  • Duration8 Days
  • Route Grade Comfort Travel
  • Trip Style Classical Tours
  • Starting City Janakpur
  • Ending City Gorakhpur
Nepal Spiritual Tour : Janakpur, Pashupatinath, Pokhara, Muktinath & Lumbini Tour map

Trip Overview

This 8 day Nepal Spiritual Pilgrimage Tour covers Nepal's most important pilgrimage sites in one continuous route, starting at Janakpur and concluding at Gorakhpur. Along the way you visit the Janaki temple, the major temples of Kathmandu Valley, Manakamana temple on the road to Pokhara, and Muktinath temple in the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range, before a final day of sightseeing at Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, ahead of the drive across the border to Gorakhpur.

The trip is designed for Indian travelers, with arrival at Patna or Darbhanga and departure from Gorakhpur. Travel is by private van and jeep for all road sections, with two short domestic flights connecting Janakpur to Kathmandu and Pokhara to Lumbini, keeping the pace steady across all 8 days.

Trip Detail

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Trip Code

 

Starting Point / End Point

Janakpur to Gorakhpur, with arrival via Patna or Darbhanga

Accommodations

3 star hotels in Janakpur, Kathmandu and Pokhara, mountain lodge accommodation in Jomsom

Max Altitude

Approximately 3,800 m at Muktinath Temple

Duration

8 Days, 7 Nights

Country

Nepal, with entry and exit through India

Trip Grade

Easy, suitable for pilgrims of most fitness levels, mostly private vehicle travel with short walks at temple and heritage sites

Activities

Temple pilgrimage, Kathmandu Valley sightseeing, cable car ride to Manakamana, hot spring bathing, high altitude temple darshan, Pokhara sightseeing, Lumbini heritage garden visit

Season

Open year round, with autumn, winter and spring offering the clearest mountain views

Transportation

Private van and jeep transfers throughout, plus domestic flights between Janakpur and Kathmandu, and between Pokhara and Bhairahawa for Lumbini

Meals

Daily breakfast included throughout the trip, lunch and dinner not included

Itinerary Overview

This 8 day, 7 night trip moves in a single direction across Nepal, starting in the Terai plains of Janakpur and finishing in the Terai plains of Lumbini before crossing into India, with a rise into the mountains in between. From Janakpur you fly to Kathmandu for temple sightseeing across the valley, then travel by road to Pokhara with a stop at Manakamana Temple along the way. From Pokhara the route climbs through the Kaligandaki gorge to Jomsom and on to Muktinath, before returning to Pokhara and flying onward to Lumbini for a final day of Buddhist heritage sites.

Here is a quick look at how your 8 day journey unfolds.

  •  Day 1: Arrive at Patna or Darbhanga and drive to Janakpur.

  •  Day 2: Visit Janaki Temple, Dhanushkoti and Dhanusadham, then fly to Kathmandu.

  •  Day 3: Full day of Kathmandu Valley temple sightseeing.

  •  Day 4: Visit Manakamana Temple by cable car and drive to Pokhara.

  •  Day 5: Drive through the Kaligandaki gorge, bathe at Tatopani Kund and overnight in Jomsom.

  •  Day 6: Muktinath darshan and drive back to Pokhara.

  •  Day 7: Pokhara sightseeing, then fly to Lumbini.

  •  Day 8: Drive to Gorakhpur for onward travel.      

Why You Will Love This Trip

  • Janaki Temple and the Town of Janakpur: Your journey opens at one of the most significant Hindu pilgrimage sites in the region, the temple built to honor Mata Sita, alongside the nearby ponds of Dhanushkoti and Dhanusadham.

  • A Full Day of Temple Hopping in Kathmandu Valley: In a single day you cover Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath Stupa, Jal Narayan, Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, closing with a rickshaw ride through the old markets of Ason and Indrachowk.

  • Manakamana Temple by Cable Car: On the road to Pokhara, a cable car ride carries you up to one of Nepal's most worshipped wish fulfilling goddess temples, set high above the Trishuli valley.

  • Muktinath Darshan at the Lap of the Himalayas: The trip's highest point, Muktinath Temple sits at around 3,800 m between the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges, with 360 degree mountain views from the temple courtyard.

  • Tatopani Hot Spring on the Kaligandaki Gorge Road: On the way to Jomsom, you stop at Galeshwardham Temple and take a bath in the natural hot spring at Tatopani Kund, with the Kaligandaki river running alongside the road.

  • Pokhara's Lake and Mountain Views: Between mountain days, you get time at Phewa Lake, Pumdikot Shiva Temple, the World Peace Pagoda and Sarangkot, all set against the Annapurna range.

  • Lumbini, the Birthplace of Buddha: The trip closes at the Mayadevi Temple complex inside Lumbini's UNESCO garden, with a guided tour of the international monasteries and a quiet evening walk through the birthplace grounds.
     

Altitude & Activities

This 8 days spiritual pilgrimage tour moves from the flat plains of Janakpur up through Kathmandu Valley, then climbs steadily along the Kaligandaki gorge toward Jomsom and Muktinath, the highest point of the trip at approximately 3,800 m, before descending back to Pokhara and finishing in the lowland plains of Lumbini.

Day
Location
Altitude
Activities
Travel Time

Day 1

Janakpur

Approximately 74 m

Arrival at Patna or Darbhanga, drive to Janakpur

Approximately 80 km, 2 hours by road

Day 2

Kathmandu

Approximately 1,350 m

Janaki Temple, Dhanushkoti, Dhanusadham, flight to Kathmandu

25 minute flight plus short drive

Day 3

Kathmandu

Approximately 1,350 m

Full day valley temple sightseeing

Local drives between sites

Day 4

Pokhara

Approximately 820 m

Manakamana Temple cable car, drive to Pokhara

Approximately 200 km, 6 hours combined driving

Day 5

Jomsom

Approximately 2,800 m

Galeshwardham Temple, Tatopani Kund bath

Approximately 160 km by road

Day 6

Pokhara

Approximately 3,800 m at the temple, overnight at 820 m

Muktinath darshan, return drive to Pokhara

Approximately 1 hour up, 6 hours back

Day 7

Lumbini

Approximately 150 m

Pokhara sightseeing, flight to Bhairahawa, Lumbini garden visit

25 minute flight plus local drives

Day 8

Departure

Approximately 150 m

Drive to Gorakhpur

Approximately 3 to 4 hours by road

Accommodation and Meals

You spend one night in a 3 star hotel in Janakpur, two nights in Kathmandu, two nights in Pokhara, one night in a mountain lodge in Jomsom, and one final night in Lumbini, with breakfast included on all seven nights. Lunch and dinner are not included on any day of the trip.

Day
Location
Accommodation
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 1

Janakpur

3 star hotel

N/A

N/A

Not Included

Day 2

Kathmandu

3 star hotel

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 3

Kathmandu

3 star hotel

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 4

Pokhara

3 star hotel

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 5

Jomsom

Mountain lodge

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 6

Pokhara

3 star hotel

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 7

Lumbini

3 star hotel

Included

Not Included

Not Included

Day 8

Departure

N/A

Included

N/A

N/A

Cost Includes

Cost & Inclusions

This 8 day pilgrimage includes airport and city transfers, private van and jeep transportation for the full route including the final drive to Gorakhpur, two domestic flights, a dedicated tour guide, entry permits for heritage and viewpoint sites, six nights of 3 star hotel accommodation, one night of mountain lodge accommodation, and daily breakfast.

Cost Includes
Cost Excludes

Airport transfers in Nepal

International airfare to and from India or your home country

Private van and jeep transfers throughout the tour, including the Day 8 drive to Gorakhpur

Nepal entry visa fee

Flight from Janakpur to Kathmandu

Travel insurance

Flight from Pokhara to Lumbini (Bhairahawa)

Lunch and dinner throughout the trip

One tour guide for the group

Transfer between Patna or Darbhanga and Janakpur (available on request for an additional fee)

Entry fees for heritage sites, viewpoints and the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)

Tips for guide and driver

Six nights of 3 star hotel accommodation

Personal expenses such as drinks, shopping and phone calls

One night of mountain lodge accommodation

 

Seven breakfasts

 
Itinerary

From any major city in India, there are direct flights to Patna or Darbhanga airport. Mata Janaki temple at Janakpur is located at an ancient Nagar Janakpur. Janakpur is located 225KM south east from Kathmandu. It is 80KM north of Darbhanga airport in Bihar, and it is 185KM, 4hrs drive, north of Patna city in Bihar.

The better option is Darbhanga airport because it is only 80KM, 2hrs drive, away from Janakpur. Arrive and take a taxi to Janakpur. Meet, greet and welcome at hotel in Janakpur. If needed, we will simply arrange a transfer from your arrival to Janakpur for a fair price.

  • Route: Patna or Darbhanga to Janakpur

  • Altitude: Approximately 74 m

  • Accommodation: 3 star hotel

  • Meals: Not included

  • Highlights: Arrival in Bihar, drive into Janakpur, hotel check in

    Early morning visit Janaki temple and breakfast at the hotel. Check out and visit Dhanuskoti, Dhanusadham and drive to airport. Fly to Kathmandu, 25min flight. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, drive to hotel, 30min drive.

    • Route: Janakpur to Kathmandu by air

    • Altitude: Approximately 1,350 m

    • Accommodation: 3 star hotel

    • Meals: Breakfast

    • Highlights: Janaki temple darshan, Dhanuskoti and Dhanusadham, flight into Kathmandu

     

      Morning breakfast at the hotel and at 9am drive to Pashupatinath temple, 30min drive.

      Visit Pashupatinath Temple

      Pashupatinath temple is a Hindu shrine and most visited temple in the country. It is a Lord Shiva, Shiva literally means that god which is not, formless, temple. Shiva is also the greatest guru for all the yogis, who traditionally believe in yoga and meditation and live an ascetic life. So we see a lot of colorful Yogis here.At the Bagmati River bank we also get to see the Hindu death rituals. Everyday and every moment, many dead bodies are being burnt in the open air. Tourists basically see them across the holy river, just small stream.

      Pashupatinath temple is the earliest human settlement in Kathmandu Valley. Pashupatinath literally means lord, Pati/Nath, of all the living beings, Pashu. Yogis normally explain it as the consciousness which guides us every moment and prevailing in all the beings. Some interesting activities will include taking photographs with yogis, observing death rituals, before burns there are some rituals family members do, walk through deer park and temple park on the other side hill and observe the main two storied Pashupatinath temple from view point across the river. We enter from the Southern side and walk through the temple complex and end the tour at the northern gate where our car will pick up. And from here, we drive to Bouddhanath Stupa, 10min drive.

      Visit Bouddhanath Stupa

      Here we come to the number one tourist attraction in Kathmandu. Bouddhanath Stupa is the biggest and tallest Buddhist stupa in South Asia. And the best way to observe the magnificent stupa is a coffee break at one of the rooftop restaurants in the temple complex, it's about noon or 1pm and probably already a break time as we started at 830am in the morning. 

      The Stupa is surrounded by human settlement with tourist shops and restaurants, and rooftop restaurants offer great views of the stupa. After the coffee break, circumambulate the stupa clockwise walking and probably spinning the prayer wheels. We will also visit some of the Tibetan monasteries in the temple complex and observe their everyday rituals or stay in meditation for some minutes in silence. One of the rooftop restaurants at Bouddhanath Stupa could be your lunch stop for today.

      From Bouddhanath temple, drive to Jal Narayan temple, the sleeping Vishnu temple, 30min drive. Darshan of Sleeping Vishnu.

      Visit Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple

      From Jal Narayan, drive to Swayambhunath, the Monkey temple, 30min drive. As we arrive at the bottom of the temple, Bhagwan Pau, feet of the God, it will be a great experience to walk to the top of the temple hill, as it also offers great views of the Kathmandu Valley on a clear day. And normally Kathmandu is very clear in winter, as Kathmandu is located at 1350 meters altitude.

      Monkey temple is a Buddha temple, some 20min drive away from the hotel and about 10min walk to the top. It is an ancient Buddha period temple in north western Kathmandu. We will pay a visit to the main Stupa and other temples in the temple complexes. Four of many stupas are dated from the ancient period. Alongside, also enjoy the panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley and Himalayas in the northern side. The tour will be about one and a half hour to explore the temples and visiting monasteries, where children monks live and study.

      After the Monkey temple tour, drive back to Kathmandu Durbar Square, 15min drive.

      Kathmandu Durbar Square

      Kathmandu Durbar Square is the medieval Palace square and home to dozens of temples including living goddess Kumari Temple, an Old Nepali style Palace and a classical palace. It has been the main center of cultural and financial activities in Nepal since ancient times.

      At Kathmandu Durbar Square, also called Basantapur Durbar Square, we will visit Kasthamandap Temple, temple of wood and recently restored after 2015 earthquake, Maru Ganesh, Kumari Temple, Shiva and Vishnu temple, under renovation after earthquake, Classical Palace, Kalbhairav Statue and Akash Vairab Statue, Hanuman Dhaka Palace courtyards, main palace with Newari wooden architectures, Taleju Temple, distant sight since it very sacred temple and open only one day in a year, a small museum portraying earthquake devastations and other temples. Kathmandu Durbar Square also offers great Coffee places. It will be about 2 to 3 hours of walking around the Palace square.

      Rickshaw Tour of Old Kathmandu

      From Kathmandu Durbar Square, a new tour experience will start, that is a rickshaw tour to the oldest part of town in Kathmandu from the Hotel through the oldest markets of Ason and Indrachowk. The iconic rickshaw tour, the main means of transport for tourists around Kathmandu Durbar Square and Thamel since the 1960s, will take about 30min and will go through the old market. Ason and Indrachowk are the places where Nepalis find everything they need from Noon to Soon, literally salt to gold.

      • Route: Kathmandu Valley loop by road

      • Altitude: Approximately 1,350 m

      • Accommodation: Same hotel

      • Meals: Breakfast

      • Highlights: Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Jal Narayan temple, Swayambhunath temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, rickshaw tour of old Kathmandu

       

        Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kurintar, 100Km, 3hrs drive from Kathmandu. Take a cable car ride to Manakamana temple and visit the most worshipped wish fulfilling goddess in the mountain. After a Darshan, take cable car down to road and further drive to Pokhara, 100 km, in 3hrs drive.

        • Route: Kathmandu to Kurintar to Manakamana to Pokhara

        • Altitude: Approximately 820 m

        • Accommodation: 3 star hotel

        • Meals: Breakfast

        • Highlights: Cable car ride, Manakamana temple darshan, arrival in Pokhara

         

          Breakfast and drive towards Annapurna Himalayas. Muktinath temple is located across the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas. The road passes through the gorges of Kaligandaki river. On the way, visit Galeshwardham temple and bath in Tatopani Kund. Overnight at Jomsom town. Jomsom is a town in the Himalayas located at a gorge between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.

          • Route: Pokhara to Jomsom via the Kaligandaki gorge

          • Altitude: Approximately 2,800 m

          • Accommodation: Mountain lodge

          • Meals: Breakfast

          • Highlights: Galeshwardham temple, Tatopani Kund bath, overnight in Jomsom

           

            Morning visit the Muktinath temple, 3800m, 1hr drive from Jomsom. Take holy bath at the Muktinath and Darshan of Swami Narayan. The temple is located right at the lap of the Himalayas. The complex also offers great views of 360 degree the Himalayas. Please bring warm clothes to wear after bathing.

            Breakfast at the village below the temple and drive back to Pokhara, 6hrs drive. In the late afternoon, boating at Phewa Lake and visit Tal Barahi temple.

            • Route: Jomsom to Muktinath and back to Pokhara

            • Altitude: Approximately 3,800 m at the temple, overnight at 820 m

            • Accommodation: 3 star hotel

            • Meals: Breakfast

            • Highlights: Muktinath darshan, holy bath, Phewa Lake boating, Tal Barahi temple

              Breakfast at the Hotel and Pokhara sightseeing including visits to Pumdikot shiva temple, Shanti stupa, Gupteshwar cave, Devi's falls. In the late morning, fly to Bhairahawa, Lumbini and drive to Lumbini, the Buddha birth place. Check in at hotel, small rest and Lumbini sightseeing. The Lumbini garden is broader project of UNESCO, designed by a Japanese devotee, which includes Mayadevi temple and many other temples inside it. Most of the temples have been ready and open for tourists. Some monasteries are also open for tourists inside the garden.

              At 3pm in the afternoon, take a guided rickshaw tour of the temples and monasteries. Different countries and Buddhist associations have built monasteries and temples in the garden which are very much welcoming to tourists and visitors. After the monastery visits, a guided walk inside the Lumbini Buddha garden. Dusk is the most interesting time to visit the sacred Mayadevi temple complex, the exact birth place of Buddha. Enjoy the serene environment of the temple vicinity and visit the temple. You will also sit for a short meditation break at the temple dedicated area. Walk back to the hotel.

              • Route: Pokhara to Bhairahawa by air, then to Lumbini by road

              • Altitude: Approximately 150 m

              • Accommodation: 3 star hotel

              • Meals: Breakfast

              • Highlights: Pokhara sightseeing, flight to Bhairahawa, Lumbini garden, Mayadevi temple at dusk

                Morning breakfast at the hotel and drive to Gorakhpur Railway station or Gorakhpur airport. Gorakhpur connects with most big cities in India with railway lines or flights to major cities. Please book your arrival flight or train to Patna or Darbhanga and your return flight or train from Gorakhpur.

                • Route: Lumbini to Gorakhpur

                • Altitude: Approximately 150 m

                • Accommodation: N/A

                • Meals: Breakfast

                • Highlights: Final drive, connection to Indian rail and flight networks

                 

                  Note:
                  Depending on your convenience this tour can also be customized as Arrive Gorakhpur - Lumbini - Pokhara - Muktinath - Kathmandu - Janakpur - Darbhanga/Patna.

                  Trip Information

                  Know Before You Book

                  • Visa Requirements: For this trip, you will need to apply for a 15 day Nepal visa, which comfortably covers your stay. All citizens of the world except Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Nepal, and most travelers can get a Visa on Arrival. The 15 day tourist visa fee is USD 30. You can apply and pay online in advance here: https://nepaliport-new.immigration.gov.np/. We recommend completing the online application ahead of time to save time at the airport.

                  • Passport Validity: Please ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date, with at least one blank page for your visa stamp.

                  • Fitness Level: This tour is largely vehicle based, with private van and jeep transfers covering most of the distance and short walks at temple and heritage sites. This makes it accessible to a wide range of fitness levels, including older pilgrims and families. The one point requiring extra care is Muktinath, given the altitude of around 3,800 m, along with the long driving days through the Kaligandaki gorge on Day 5 and back to Pokhara on Day 6. Travelers should be comfortable with several hours of driving on hill roads.

                  • Permits: This tour requires the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) for the Muktinath and Jomsom sector, along with entry fees for heritage sites and viewpoints along the route. Both are arranged as part of this package.

                  • Travel Insurance: Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, evacuation and trip delays is strongly recommended for this trip, particularly given the mountain flights between Janakpur and Kathmandu and between Pokhara and Lumbini, along with the driving through the Kaligandaki gorge.

                  • Currency and Payment Methods: We accept payments in major currencies such as USD, EUR, and GBP, though it is a good idea to carry some Nepali Rupees for smaller personal expenses along the route, including at Tatopani Kund and in the villages around Muktinath.
                     

                  Accommodations, Meals & Transportation

                  • Typical Accommodation Used: You will stay in comfortable 3 star hotels in Janakpur, Kathmandu, and Pokhara throughout the trip. For the one night at Jomsom, you will stay in a mountain lodge, offering simple rooms and shared dining areas typical of the high mountain region between Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.

                  • Meals: Breakfast is included every day of the trip in Janakpur, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Jomsom, and Lumbini. Lunch and dinner are not included on any day, giving you the flexibility to choose your own restaurants along the route.

                  • Guide Support: One experienced tour guide accompanies the group for the entire 8 day journey, assisting with temple visits, permits, local logistics and the drive through the Kaligandaki gorge to Muktinath.

                  • Transportation: This package includes airport transfers and private van and jeep transportation for all road travel between Janakpur, Kathmandu, Pokhara, Jomsom, and Muktinath, along with two domestic flights, Janakpur to Kathmandu and Pokhara to Bhairahawa for Lumbini.
                     

                  Seasonal & Weather Updates

                  • Autumn (September to November): One of the best seasons for this trip, with generally clear and stable weather, good visibility for the Himalayan views around Muktinath and Pokhara, and stable conditions for the domestic flights.

                  • Winter (December to February): Kathmandu Valley tends to stay clear in winter, and the low altitude sections of the route, including Janakpur and Lumbini, remain comfortable. Mornings and evenings at Jomsom and Muktinath can be cold, so warm clothing is essential.

                  • Spring (March to May): Another favorable season, with milder temperatures at lower elevations and good visibility across the route, from Kathmandu Valley through to the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

                  • Monsoon (June to August): Rain and cloud cover during these months can affect the domestic flights and mountain visibility, making this period less ideal for this itinerary.
                     

                  Health & Safety

                  • General Wellbeing: The trip's highest point is Muktinath at approximately 3,800 m, reached and left within the same day on Day 6, which limits prolonged altitude exposure. Even so, travelers should be aware of the signs of altitude sickness, such as headache, dizziness, or nausea, and communicate any symptoms to their guide promptly.

                  • Healthcare Facilities: Full hospital facilities are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Facilities are more limited in Jomsom and along the Kaligandaki gorge, so your guide can assist with local arrangements if required.

                  • Weather Awareness: The Janakpur to Kathmandu flight on Day 2 and the Pokhara to Lumbini flight on Day 7 depend on clear conditions and can occasionally be delayed. Building some flexibility into your onward travel plans from Gorakhpur is a sensible precaution.

                  • Hydration: Drink sufficient fluids throughout the trip, particularly on the long driving day to Jomsom on Day 5 and the day of Muktinath darshan on Day 6.
                     

                  Packing Checklist

                  • Essential Clothing: Comfortable layered clothing suitable for both the warm plains of Janakpur and Lumbini and the cold mountain air at Jomsom and Muktinath, including a warm jacket for the higher altitude days.

                  • Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes suitable for temple courtyards, garden paths at Lumbini, and short uphill walks at Swayambhunath and Sarangkot.

                  • Trail Gear: A sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light rain jacket for changing weather along the route.

                  • Personal Items: A small daypack, reusable water bottle, personal toiletries, camera, and any personal medications you need.

                  • Pilgrimage Items: Modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for temple visits, and a scarf or shawl for women entering temple grounds, particularly at Pashupatinath, Muktinath, and Janaki Temple.
                     

                  Important Notices

                  • Travel Advisories: Before you travel, we recommend checking the latest travel advice issued by your home country. Our team is happy to provide local updates before your trip.

                  • Flight Dependent Days: Both domestic flights on this itinerary, Janakpur to Kathmandu on Day 2 and Pokhara to Lumbini on Day 7, are weather dependent. Please keep some flexibility in your onward flight or train bookings from Gorakhpur.

                  • Responsible Travel: We encourage you to respect local customs at temple sites, dress modestly where required, and follow your guide's instructions on photography restrictions, which apply at several temples on this route including Pashupatinath and Muktinath.

                  • Route Flexibility: Depending on your convenience, this tour can also be customized as Arrive Gorakhpur, Lumbini, Pokhara, Muktinath, Kathmandu, Janakpur, Darbhanga or Patna.

                  Trip Preparations

                  • Does this trip include any trekking?

                    No. This is a pilgrimage and sightseeing tour built around private van and jeep transfers, two domestic flights, and short walks at temple and heritage sites. The only high altitude point is Muktinath, reached by road and a short walk rather than a trekking trail.

                  • Fly into Patna or Darbhanga in Bihar, then take a taxi to Janakpur, with Darbhanga the shorter option at around 80KM and 2hrs drive. If it suits your travel plans better, the tour can also be customized as Arrive Gorakhpur, Lumbini, Pokhara, Muktinath, Kathmandu, Janakpur, Darbhanga/Patna.

                  • The trip's highest point is Muktinath temple at approximately 3,800 m, reached on Day 6 and left the same day, so there is no overnight stay at that altitude. No previous high altitude experience is needed, just let your guide know of any headache, dizziness or nausea.

                  • Day 3 covers Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Jal Narayan temple, Swayambhunath temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and a rickshaw tour through the old markets of Ason and Indrachowk, all in a single day.

                  • Both flights on this route, Janakpur to Kathmandu on Day 2 and Pokhara to Lumbini on Day 7, are weather dependent and can occasionally be delayed. Your guide will help rearrange the schedule, and it is worth keeping some flexibility in your onward flight or train booking from Gorakhpur.

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