13 Days of Shiva, Shakti & Vishnu Darshan
Temple Tour Nepal — The Sacred Divine Himalayan Pilgrimage Tour
The sacred heart of Nepal in one great circuit — from the ghats of Pashupatinath and the Maratika cave of Halesi to Janakpur Dham, the wish-fulfilling Manakamana and the high-Himalayan dham of Muktinath.
Yatra Overview
“From Pashupatinath to Muktinath, the gods of Nepal wait at every bend of the road — come as a pilgrim, return as family.”
Discover the sacred heart of Nepal on this unforgettable 13-day Hindu temple and Himalayan pilgrimage tour, connecting the country’s most revered shrines of Lord Shiva, Goddess Shakti, Lord Vishnu and other divine manifestations. Beginning in the spiritual capital of Kathmandu, the journey covers Pashupatinath, Guhyeshwari, Kal Bhairav, Budhanilkantha, Dakshinkali, Doleshwar Mahadev, Sanga Mahadev, Changu Narayan and Bhaleshwar Mahadev.
The pilgrimage then continues eastward to the ancient Halesi Mahadev (Maratika) Cave, on to Janakpur Dham with the Janaki Temple and Jaleshwar Mahadev, then westward to the sacred river dham of Devghat, the hilltop Manakamana Devi and Pokhara’s Bindhyabasini Temple — culminating in the high-Himalayan pilgrimage to Muktinath, with its 108 sacred water spouts, Mukti Kunda and Vishnu Paduka.
Many of these destinations — Pashupatinath, Halesi Mahadev, Janakpur, Manakamana, Bindhyabasini and Muktinath — are recognized by the Nepal Tourism Board as major pilgrimage destinations of Nepal. Travel as a private group or family, with vegetarian / sattvik meals arranged and a support team that welcomes you as a guest and sees you return home as a cherished member of our family.
Tour Highlights
- Pashupatinath & Guhyeshwari — Nepal’s foremost Shiva dham and the Shakti shrine beside the Bagmati
- Kathmandu valley darshans — Kal Bhairav, Budhanilkantha, Gorakhnath, Dakshinkali & Pachali Bhairav
- Doleshwar Mahadev of Bhaktapur — the Kedarnath-linked Shiva tirtha — plus Sanga Mahadev & Changu Narayan
- Halesi Mahadev (Maratika) Cave — the sacred cave where Hindu, Buddhist and local traditions converge
- Janakpur Dham — Janaki Mandir, Vivaha Mandap, Dhanush Sagar & Ganga Sagar of Mata Sita’s city
- Jaleshwar Mahadev — the ancient Shiva pilgrimage of Mahottari
- Devghat Dham — snan and prayer at the Trishuli–Kali Gandaki confluence
- Manakamana Devi by cable car — the wish-fulfilling Shakti of the hills
- Muktinath Dham — 108 sacred water spouts, Mukti Kunda & Vishnu Paduka at 3,710 m
- Bindhyabasini of Pokhara and the mountain flight over the Annapurna Himal
Tour Facts
Duration & Route
13 days / 12 nights, Kathmandu to Kathmandu: Kathmandu · Halesi · Janakpur · Jaleshwar · Devghat · Manakamana · Pokhara · Muktinath.
Tour Type & Style
Hindu pilgrimage, temple tour, spiritual journey and cultural experience — private / small group travel for families and groups.
Meals & Cost
Vegetarian / sattvik meals arranged throughout. Tour cost depends on group size and number of participants; the final price is confirmed by our team at booking.
Day-by-Day Sacred Itinerary
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Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, where the Mount Kailash Travel team warmly welcomes you and transfers you to your hotel. After check-in, take time to relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, receive a brief orientation on the pilgrimage, temple etiquette, daily schedule and necessary preparations. Overnight Kathmandu.
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Day021,400 m
Kathmandu Sacred Temple & Spiritual Heritage Tour
Begin the pilgrimage with darshan and prayers at Lord Pashupatinath, Nepal’s most revered Shiva site, continuing to Gorakhnath Temple of the Nath tradition and the Guhyeshwari Shakti shrine. In the afternoon visit the reclining Vishnu of Budhanilkantha, then offer prayers to Kal Bhairav, the fierce manifestation of Shiva, at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight Kathmandu.
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Day031,400 m
Dakshinkali · Doleshwar Mahadev · Sanga Mahadev · Changu Narayan
An early start at Dakshinkali, the powerful forested Shakti shrine of Goddess Kaali, then Doleshwar Mahadev of Bhaktapur, the important Shiva site associated with Lord Kedarnath traditions. Continue to Sanga Mahadev / Kailashnath Mahadev with its magnificent Himalayan-facing setting, and the ancient Changu Narayan, one of the valley’s foremost Vishnu temples and heritage sites. Return to Kathmandu in the evening. Overnight Kathmandu.
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Day041,400 m
Bhaleshwar Mahadev · Pachali Bhairav · Drive to Halesi
After an early breakfast, offer prayers to Lord Shiva at Bhaleshwar Mahadev on the Chandragiri Hills with panoramic valley views, then visit the traditional Pachali Bhairav shrine of Kathmandu. In the afternoon begin the scenic overland journey toward Halesi Mahadev in eastern Nepal, an important pilgrimage of both Hindu and Buddhist traditions. Overnight Halesi / nearby accommodation.
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Day051,300 m
Halesi Mahadev Darshan · Maratika Cave · Drive to Janakpur
Begin early with sacred darshan and puja at Halesi Mahadev, exploring the Halesi / Maratika cave complex where a Shiva lingam stands inside the cave and Hindu, Buddhist and local traditions converge. After the spiritual visit, continue by road toward Janakpur Dham; depending on arrival time, enjoy an evening walk around the sacred city. Overnight Janakpur.
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Janakpur Dham & Jaleshwar Mahadev
Morning darshan at the magnificent Janaki Mandir, the principal temple of Janakpur associated with Mata Sita, with nearby sacred sites — Vivaha Mandap, Dhanush Sagar, Ganga Sagar and other traditional tirthas of Sita’s city. In the afternoon drive to Jaleshwar in Mahottari district to visit the important Jaleshwar Mahadev Shiva pilgrimage. Return to Janakpur in the evening. Overnight Janakpur.
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Day07300 m
Janakpur → Devghat Dham
After breakfast begin the scenic westward journey toward Devghat Dham, one of Nepal’s most important sacred river pilgrimage destinations. Visit the holy Trishuli–Kali Gandaki confluence area, its temples and ashrams, and spend the evening in peaceful surroundings with time for meditation, prayer and spiritual reflection. Overnight Bharatpur / Chitwan.
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Day081,000 m
Devghat → Manakamana Temple → Pokhara
After an early breakfast drive toward Manakamana Temple, taking the cable car to the hilltop shrine for prayers to the wish-fulfilling Goddess — one of Nepal’s major Shakti pilgrimage destinations (temple opens 6:00 AM; cable car generally 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–5:00 PM). Continue onward to Pokhara, one of Nepal’s most beautiful Himalayan cities. Overnight Pokhara.
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Day093,710 m
Bindhyabasini · Flight to Jomsom · Muktinath Darshan
Morning darshan at Bindhyabasini Temple, Pokhara’s most revered Goddess shrine, then a weather-subject morning flight to Jomsom and a 4WD drive up to Muktinath. Visit the sacred Muktinath Temple — one of Nepal’s most important high-altitude pilgrimages, revered by Hindu and Buddhist devotees — exploring the temple area, Mukti Kunda, the 108 sacred water spouts and Vishnu Paduka as time and conditions allow. Overnight Muktinath / Jomsom.
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Day102,720 m
Muktinath Sacred Morning → Jomsom → Pokhara
Rise early for a peaceful morning darshan and puja at Muktinath, with time for meditation, prayer and traditional pilgrimage rituals before returning toward Jomsom. Depending on weather and flight availability, fly Jomsom to Pokhara — mountain flights are weather-sensitive, so the schedule retains flexibility with a suitable operational backup. Overnight Pokhara.
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Day111,400 m
Pokhara → Kathmandu
Enjoy breakfast in Pokhara and, depending on the group’s schedule, a short morning visit to a selected sacred or cultural site before travelling back to Kathmandu by domestic flight or private road transport. Arrive and check into your hotel; the evening is free for relaxation, shopping, personal puja or additional spiritual activities. Overnight Kathmandu.
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Day121,400 m
Kathmandu — Free Spiritual & Leisure Day
A relaxed day in Kathmandu after completing the pilgrimage: personal puja and meditation, shopping for rudraksha and traditional spiritual items, exploring local markets, optional temple darshan, or simply rest. A special farewell spiritual gathering can also be arranged according to the group’s preference. Overnight Kathmandu.
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Departure from Kathmandu
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your international flight schedule. Your sacred Nepal temple pilgrimage comes to an end — carry home the blessings, memories and spiritual experiences of Nepal, not as a customer but as a cherished member of our family. Har Har Mahadev!
Cost Includes & Excludes
✓Included in the Yatra
- All airport pickups & drops by Mount Kailash Travel
- Local 4-star hotel in Kathmandu with veg buffet breakfast
- Pure veg sattvik meals on all package days as per the itinerary
- All sightseeing, transfers & overland journeys by private tourist vehicle
- Entrance fees & permits for all temples, monuments & conservation areas listed
- Pandit service for all scheduled pujas, aarti & ritual arrangements
- English-speaking spiritual tour guide & full support team
- Government-licensed trek guide, porters & camping crew (trek journeys)
- Sankalpa Puja at Pashupatinath before departure & thanksgiving puja on return
- All applicable government taxes & service charges
- Yatra completion certificate
- Manakamana cable-car tickets both ways
- Domestic flights for the Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara sectors
- 4WD jeep transfers Jomsom – Muktinath both ways
- Overland transport to Halesi, Janakpur, Jaleshwar & Devghat per the itinerary
- Vegetarian / sattvik meal arrangements throughout the pilgrimage
✕Not Included
- Travel insurance — mandatory for all participants
- Nepal entry visa fees (available on arrival at Kathmandu airport)
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Beverages (soft drinks, bottled water, tea, coffee) & personal expenses
- Donations, puja offerings & personal ritual expenses at temples
- Tips for staff — customary gratuities
- Helicopter / domestic flight fees where marked optional
- Additional costs from natural calamities or unforeseen circumstances beyond the organizer’s control
- Anything not mentioned under “Included in the Yatra”
Important Information
Booking & Advance
A 20% advance confirms your booking; the balance is settled 30 days prior to departure from Kathmandu. Rescheduling is possible at the updated trip cost, subject to availability.
Departures
Private and group-joining departures run throughout the year. Full-moon, festival and special sadhana departures are announced in advance — enquire for the next confirmed date.
Meals & Accommodation
Pure veg sattvik breakfast, lunch & dinner on package days. Comfortable hotels and guest houses on twin sharing; simple teahouses or tents on trek days.
Fitness & Preparation
Temple tours are suitable for all ages. Trek journeys involve 4–7 hours of walking per day at altitude — a basic fitness routine before travel is recommended.
What to Carry
Warm layers, rain protection, sturdy walking shoes, personal medicines, a day pack and your sadhana items. A detailed packing list is shared with your confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
30+ days prior: no charges. 15–29 days: 25% of tour cost. 7–14 days: 50%. Within 7 days: non-refundable. Extra costs from unavoidable itinerary changes are borne by the pilgrim.
Temple Etiquette & Photography
Temple photography is subject to individual shrine regulations: at Pashupatinath, photography inside the main temple is prohibited and the main sanctum is open to Hindus only. Our guide arranges every darshan respectfully within each temple’s rules.
Mountain Flight Flexibility
Pokhara – Jomsom flights and Muktinath transfers are weather-sensitive; the itinerary retains flexibility with suitable operational backups (road / jeep options) if flights are delayed or cancelled.
Group Pricing
The tour cost depends on group size and the number of participants — the final price is confirmed by our team at the time of booking confirmation.
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