Highlights
Private
March-May, Oct - November
- Explore major tourist spots in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
- Personalized tour or can be customized.
- Professional city tour guide
- Private transportation with full AC
- Best services and reasonable price
Hindu Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal Overview
The Hindu Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal is a mix of historical and cultural sites, including Hindu temples, Buddhist stupas, and beautiful nature viewing points. You will visit ancient historical Durbar Squares, which are also known as live museums." The ancient art, architecture, and monuments that were built in the 17th and 18th centuries are amazing even today. They attract tourists from all over the world and scholars who are keen to know about the ancient art, the artists, and their expertise. Travelers Both Hindus and non-Hindus put it on their bucket lists of places they want to visit in their lifetime. Pokhara, another city that is known as a naturalist's paradise. The reflecting Annapurna range in a crystal lake in Fewa could last a lifetime. The Barahi temple in the middle of the lake, river gorge, caves, Sarangkot sunrise view point, and Peace Pagoda are the most popular tour spots in Pokhara.
Sightseeing spots in the Hindu Pilgrimage Tour in Nepal:
The Supreme God of the Hindus, UNESCO World Heritage Site Pashupatinath is situated to the north of Kathmandu on the bank of the Bagmati River. The holiest site for Hindus from all over the world remains open all day, and four doors would open at noon. Further, there would be a butter light offering (Aarati) in the evening, about 7:00 p.m. The major festivals are Shiva Ratri (the Shiva birth day, which falls around February-March), Teej (the women's festival, which falls in August-Sept), Bala Chaturdashi, Hari Bodhini, and Hari Sayani Ekadasi.
Temple, also known as Narayan Temple, is carved from a single stone statue. It is 5 feet tall and 16 feet long, situated in the middle of the pond. Holiest site to the Hindus
The tallest Mahadev temple is situated to the east of Kathmandu at Sanga. The statue of Lord Shiva is 148m high. One of the holy sites for the Hindus.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square: UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most worth visiting old palaces, which has temples, squares, art, and architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries. Nayatapla, the tallest temple (108ft) of Nepal, the golden gate, the 55 window palace, and Pottery Square are the major attractions.
Swyambhunath: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Buddhist stupa is the holiest site for Buddhists from all over the world. The stupa is believed to contain the relics of Buddha. Situated 70m above valley level, it has a beautiful view to downtown.
UNESCO World Heritage Site where you will see the perfect craftsmanship of the 17th and 18th centuries. The living Kumari temple is just to the south of the square.
Bindabasini Temple: The Goddess Temple in Pokhara It is believed that the goddess fulfills the prayers wishes. The most visited temple in Pokhara.
Seti Gorge and David Falls are the most popular tourist sites in Pokhara. The falls just collapse underground, and you can go down to the base to take a look and explore. Likewise, the gorge of the Seti River is invisible, and only you can hear the roaring sound.
World Peace Pagoda: It was built by a Japanese Buddhist monk. It is situated to the south of Pokhara, crossing the lake at a hilltop. It offers a beautiful view of the Annapurna Himalayan range and Pokhara's downtown. It is also a pilgrimage for Buddhists.
Sarangkot: North of Pokhara, the Himalayan view point and sunrise point It offers stunning views of the Annapurna, Seti River Valley, and Pokhara Valley.
Tour guide, transport, and hotel in the Hindu Pilgrimage Tour:
We are very aware of the services and facilities needed to make a pleasant and smooth holiday for our guests. We will arrange a good condition vehicle that is fully air conditioned, regularly maintained, and driven by a good-experienced driver. The tour guide is another important factor in ensuring a safe and sound tour. We choose a guide who has good knowledge of the sightseeing spots and good command of English. He will look after you from your arrival to your farewell. The guide will always stay connected with the office and will take immediate action if needed, like changing the itinerary, choosing a restaurant to eat at, etc.
The price of the Hindu Pilgrimage Tour:
The standard of the hotel, the means of transportation, etc. will define the price. We would like to assure you that we will offer a reasonable price with good services. Once we are agreed upon the tour program, we won’t change it. In case we need to change, we will inform you in advance, and with your permission, we will change. We will always remain open to your concerns, questions, and suggestions. Please drop us an email, and we will replay it as soon as possible.
Can you add an extra tour or trek to the Hindu pilgrimage tour:
The beautiful mountains can be seen from Kathmandu and Pokhara. You will visit historical, cultural, and religious places on your itineraries. If you are a good hiker and have more sphere days, you can add trekking to Annapurna, Langtang, or Everest. You can send us an email with your expectations, and our tour manager will suggest the best from our experience. You can check it, and we can finalize the itinerary before you arrive. The Muktinath temple and Gosainkunda are popular trekking destinations for Hindu pilgrims.
The general information about clothing, and food is:
Pokhara and Kathmandu offer a wide variety of food choices, from vegetarian, non-vegetarian (Chinese, Indian, continental, etc.). If you have any allergies or would like to have some specific food, you can send us information and we will manage it accordingly. Nepal has four seasons. There would be a huge difference between the temperature (around 0 degrees) in the winter and the summer (35 degrees). You have to prepare proper clothing according to the season. If you are looking for some specific items from Nepal, and if you inform us in advance, we can refer you to some stores for your kindness, and you can save time, money, and effort.
How can you book this Hindu pilgrimage tour in Nepal:
When the itinerary, the hotel, and the transportation are finalized, you can send us an email with your flight details, and we will confirm the program of the tour. As per our company rule, you have to send a 20% deposit to confirm the tour and the participant's passport copies as well as.We are flexible enough to redesign the itinerary within your timeline and interests. If you find any interesting places or sites, you can send us an email with the names of the places. Before finalizing the itinerary, our tour manager will accommodate and send you an email. If you love to trek in Nepal, go to Ghorepani Trek, Gosainkkkunda Trek, Muktinath, and other major Hindu pilgrimage sites in the mountains.
Recommended Hotel in Kathmandu: Hotel Green Eco Resort
Day to Day Itinerary
Arrive In Kathmandu:
We will be waiting at Nepal airport to welcome with flower garland. Transfer to hotel and take rest and refreshment . After the refreshing drive to Pashupatinath temple to see the "Aarati Puja" and back to the hotel. We will take you to welcome Nepali dinner. Overnight in the Hotel.
Transfer: Pick up from Nepal airport
Accommodation: Hotel in the city center
Taken care by: City tour guide.
Activities: Observe Aarati
Meal: Welcome Nepali diner
The Aarati
starts at 6 pm every evening and is the union of GOD and devotees. This is a ritual that allows everyone to be a part of it. The priests perform the Aarati by taking oil lamps and moving them in the circular motion and dedicating their act to the Divine. The devotees chant (Bhajan) a pray to GOD.
Pashupatinath temple:
The Supreme GOD Shiva temple (UNESCO world Heritage Site) is north east of Kathmandu. You can do Puja (offerings), meet holy man and cremating body. You are advised to visit in the evening if you wish to do Aarati (lighting butter lamp) and offering. Please mind that it may be difficult to wait without eating for a long time. The major festivals are Maha Shiva ratri, Haritalika, Bala Chaturdasi and Harishayani Ekadasi.
Kathmandu Sightseeing:
Enjoy your breakfast at Hotel and drive (9:30 am) to sightseeing (Buddhanilkantha, Swayambhunath Stupa, Patan durbar square). Lunch will be stop in restaurant in town. Evening back to Hotel for night rest. (If you are Hindu and wish to visit God in the morning our guide will pick you at 6:30 am and drive to Pashupatinath and back to hotel for breakfast and continue sightseeing).
Transport: Private car/ van as per group size
Accommodation: Hotel in the city canter
Meal: Breakfast at the Hotel
Taken care by: Our city tour guide
Activities: Kathmandu sightseeing tour
Budhanilkantha Temple:
This is the biggest stone sculpture in Nepal, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The main statue is made of single black stone is 5 m tall and 13m long. Budanilkantha temple is situated to the north of Kathmandu. The Hindu visit this temple to pray for Lord Vishnu to fulfill their wishes. The Hindu observe the biggest festival on Haribodhini Ekadasi (October/ November) at Budanilkantha.
Swyambhunath (Eyes of GOD):
The temple is situated to the south west of Kathmandu on a hilltop. This is one of the holiest sites to Buddhist Pilgrimage. The ever seeing Buddha Eyes are painting in the middle of the main stupa which is wisely looking to the valley. Swyambhu offers a beautiful view of the Kathmandu valley. The temple is mainly built according to Vajrayana tradition (Newa Buddhism) and other small temples are scattered around the main stupa.
Drive To Pokhara 5-6 Hr:
After breakfast at hotel drive to Pokhara (7:00AM) on the through scenic highway way. On the way ride a cable car (visit Manakamana Devi temple). And continue to Pokhara. Overnight in the Hotel. Lunch will stop in some restaurant in Highway.
Transport: Private car/ van as per group size
Accommodation: Hotel in the Lake side
Meal: Breakfast at the Hotel
Taken care by: Our city tour guide
Activities: Drive to Pokhara and visit Manakamana Devi temple.
Manakamana Temple and Cable car:
The cable car distance from starting point to end is 3km and it take 10 min to reach other station. The Manakamana is a Hindu Goddess temple and it is believe that the Goddess grant its devotees wishes. The goddess is an incarnation of Parbati. The temple is situated at a altitude of 1300m , Grant wishes to the devotees
Note: You can take a domestic flight (25m) to Pokhara. Or if you are driving and do not want to ride a cable car, you can do a Rafting (3hr) and continue to Pokhara.
Pokhara Sightseeing:
Early morning (5AM) drive to Sarangkot (view point) to see Annapurna Himalayan view and the first ray from Himalaya. Back to Hotel for breakfast and drive to sightseeing (Bindabasini temple, Siddheshwor cave, David falls and Seti River gorge. Evening free to look around lake side. Night rest at Hotel.
Transport: Private car/ van as per group size
Accommodation: Hotel in the Lake side
Meal: Breakfast at the Hotel
Taken care by: Our city tour guide
Sagarangkot:
It is a view point to see the Annapurna Panoramic view and sunrise. This view point is just 40m drive from Pokhara to the north.
Drive Back To Kathmandu:
Enjoy the last morning in Pokhara. After breakfast drive through the scenic highway to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel and take an easy evening/ shopping. Night rest at Hotel.
Transport: Private car/ van as per group size
Accommodation: Hotel in the City canter
Meal: Breakfast at the Hotel
Taken care by: Our city tour guide
Activities: Drive back to Kathmandu.
Note: You can take a domestic flight (25m) back to Kathmandu.
Fly Back To Home:
Take an easy morning around downtown. Take a breakfast at your hotel and later in the afternoon we will transfer to airport for the final departure. Sweet home.
Transport: Private car/ van as per group size
Meal: Breakfast at the Hotel
Activities: Transfer to airport.
Note: Single supplement will be extra
Whats Included?
Accommodation
- Accommodation in the Hotel on BB.
Other
- English speaking city tour guide.
- Manakamana Cable car ticket.
Whats not Included?
Not Included
- Monastery or temple entrance fees.
- International flights, visa and departure taxes
- Travel insurance (if any lost, damage or cancellation)
- Tips and gratuities (crew will expect the tipping)
- Personal expenses such as drinks, postage, laundry
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu/ Pokhara
- Costs arising from unforeseen events outside the control of AATE
Travel Infos
About Hindu Pilgrimage Tour
The tour is not just to the Hindus but inclusive of Hindu, Buddhist, Culture, Nature and history within the itinerary. If you have any special request or wish to add or remove any items form the package, you can tell us and our tour manager will design as per your requirement.