Nepal Pilgrimage Tour: 10 Days

“Awaken into spirituality and witness the divine energy of ancient temples and monasteries through a ten-day pilgrimage tour.”
Good to Know
  • Duration 10 Days
  • Difficulty Level Easy
  • Max. Altitude 1350 m/4430 ft
  • Group Size 2+
  • Trip Starts Kathmandu
  • Trip Ends Kathmandu
  • Group Style Group and Private
  • Activities Mountain Flight, Cultural and Pilgrimage excursion and wildlife activities
  • Best Season Sept to June

Introduction: Nepal Pilgrimage Tour

Nepal pilgrimage tour is a very popular package as it is known as the land of gods and goddesses and one of the most sacred spiritual places in the world. A pilgrimage tour in Nepal provides you with a chance to visit almost all the religious tours of Nepal. Nepal, a multicultural nation that combined the harmony of Buddhism and Hinduism offers you different religious and cultural places to visit. Holy Hindu Temple Pashupatinath you have an encounter with holy sadhus who are living their life scarifying to Lord Shiva to pay attention and other many religious activities of Hindu society. Bouddhanath stupa and Swayambhunath you will see many Buddhist religious groups and also dual religious groups of Hindus together visit to pray for peace to Lord Buddha.

Trekking Planner organizes Nepal Pilgrimage tours including almost all the highlight pilgrimage sites in Nepal such as Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Dakshinkali, Lumbini, Manakaman, and many more. We always provide reasonable prices and quality service. We provide all possible help and guidelines to make your holiday enjoyable and hassle-free. We also offer to customize treks and tours for individuals and groups.

    Itinerary
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      Upon arrival at the international airport in Nepal, you will be picked up by our airport representative and transfer to the hotel. After short brief about the tripe, you will have time for the short break, after refreshment you will drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square where you will be able to and to know about living goddess Kumari. Tonight we will provide you welcome dinner one of the famous cultural restaurants in Kathmandu. Stay overnight at the hotel.

        The days start with an early morning scenic Mountain Flight. One of our office representatives will meet you at your hotel according to the given time then transfer to domestic airport, after office formalities you will be ready for flight. Mt. Everest scenic flight takes you over the mountain from east to west. After flight drive back to the hotel, take your breakfast then after refreshment is ready for day sightseeing tours to Swayambhunath stupa known as monkey temple; the combination between Hinduism and Buddhism from when you will be able to see the good view of Kathmandu valley. Drive to Patan Durbar square (city of living arts), Pashupatinath, one of the famous Hindus temple which is located nearby the holy river Bagmati and then drive to Buddhanath stupa one of the biggest and oldest stupas in the world. Later in the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip meeting with your guide in a hotel. Our office representative will brief you regarding our tours as well as provides you an opportunity to ask any question of an upcoming trip with a guide. And stay overnight in Kathmandu.

          After an early morning breakfast, you will have about 4 hrs drive to Kuringhat from where you are going to take a cable car which takes about 10min to the top. This is a very nice viewpoint place from where you will be able to see such a nice view of the Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain range. A visit to the Manakamana Bhagwati temple is believed to make your wishes come true. This is also related to our Nepal history. Stay overnight at the hotel in Manakamana.

            This is such a nice viewpoint from where you able to see sunrise view on the mountain. After breakfast you will take a cable car to Kuringhat, from here you have another 4 hrs drive to the Lakeside city of Pokhara. Pokhara is the second biggest city after Kathmandu for tourism. On arrival after refreshment at the hotel, you have guided sightseeing tours to Barahi Temple, Gupteshwor Mahadev cave and Bindhyabasini temple. Stay overnight at the hotel.

              Today after breakfast you will have winding and switchback countryside drive to the Buddha's birthplace Lumbini which located in the south part of Nepal, one of the major pilgrimage sites for Buddhist. Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world come to Lumbini. Since 1997 Lumbini is listed in the UNESCO world heritage site. Stay overnight at the hotel.

                Today after a wonderful time in Lumbini you will have about 4 hrs drives to the Chitwan National Park which is the very famous park in the world for one horn rhino and bangle tiger. On arrival, they will serve you a welcome drink and after refreshment, you will have some of the safari activities in the Park. In the evening you will have the chance to see a cultural program. Stay overnight at the hotel.

                  Full Day Jungle activities include jungle safari on elephant back, nature walks, jungle drive, canoe ridge and bird watching in the park having 360 sq. miles of tall grassland and thick forests. We will attempt to search out some of the elusive animals of the Terai, and with the skill of the fully will encounter the one-horned Rhino, various types of deer, boar, and leopard and if we are very fortunate the elusive tiger. Later on this evening, you will be able to watch Tharu Cultural Dance. Stay overnight at the hotel.

                    Today in the morning you will have one of the activities before breakfast then after breakfast, you will drive back to Kathmandu through the scenic countryside. Stay overnight at the hotel.

                      Today after breakfast you will drive to the south part of Kathmandu where The Dakshinkali Temple is located. Pharping is a nice Newari town in the valley. This temple dedicated to the goddess Kali. She was one of the three wives of Shiva. Kali is a demon slayer. You can see her often with blood on her hands and the head of a demon in one of her left hands. Kali is worshipped with animal sacrifices like goats. Back to Kathmandu leisure afternoon in the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel.

                        After a wonderful time in all most of the popular pilgrimage side of Nepal, today you will transfer to the international airport for final departure or join other activities with us.

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                        Inclusions
                        What's Included
                        • Welcome dinner in an authentic restaurant.
                        • All airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle (for both international and domestic flights)
                        • 04-night twin/double sharing accommodation on BB in Kathmandu
                        • 01 Night Twin Sharing Accommodation on BB in Pokhara
                        • 01-night twin/double sharing accommodation on BB in Manakamana
                        • 01-night twin/double sharing accommodation on BB in Lumbini.
                        • Guided sightseeing tours on all the pilgrimage sides with private vehicles. (entrance fees extra)
                        • Kathmandu to Manakamana to Pokhara to Lumbini to Chitwan to Kathmandu by private vehicle
                        • 02-night/03-day safari activities at Chitwan National Park
                        • A highly experienced, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English-speaking, well-trained, government license-holding trekking guide. The price includes his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport, and insurance.
                        • First aid kit box.
                        • Trekking Planner’s T-shirt, cap, duffle bags, and city maps, if necessary.
                        • An arrangement for emergency evacuation service (You should have insurance for emergency evacuation, which your travel insurance company will pay.)
                        • All applicable government and local taxes per the itinerary
                        What's Excluded
                        • Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate fee in USD and two passport size photo)
                        • International airfare to and from Kathmandu (no need to pay departure tax for international flight)
                        • Lunch and Dinner  in Kathmandu, Manakamana, Lumbani and  in Pokhara
                        • Meals during the traveling time
                        • Personal  travel and health Insurance, Insurance for helicopter evacuation
                        • Extra night accommodation and lunch and dinner in city because of early arrival, late departure and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) then the scheduled itinerary
                        • Personal expenses (phone call, baggage charge, laundry, bar bill, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water,etc)
                        • Tips to the guide and drive
                        • Extra expenses due to flight delays, strikes, weather condition or any event out of our control
                        Departure Dates
                        • Trip departures are available every day of the year.
                        • This tour is totally customizable. If you wish to personalize the tour, please contact us.
                        • This tour is offered as a set departure as well as on a private group basis.
                        • You may book this trip privately whether you are going alone or with your family.
                        • Got a huge group? We can satisfy all your needs.
                        • We can collaborate to make it inexpensive.
                        • We offer online payments and same-day reservations.
                        Essential Info

                        Suggested Equipment List

                        • Day pack
                        • Trekking shoes or Sports shoes 
                        • Sun Hat/cap
                        • Waterproof Gore-Tex layer or Raincoat
                        • Good quality socks
                        • Trekking trousers
                        • Trekking/hiking shirts
                        • Sunglasses
                        • Water bottle
                        • Camera and batteries
                        FAQs

                        • The main pilgrimage sites that are included in this tour are:

                          • Kathmandu Durbar Square

                          • Pashupatinath Temple

                          • Swayambhunath Temple

                          • Patan Durbar Square

                          • Boudhanath Stupa

                          • Manakamana Temple

                          • Tal Barahi Temple

                          • Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave

                          • Bindhyabasini Temple

                          • Lumbini

                          • Dakshinkali Temple

                        • Those who want to visit Nepal for 10 Days can go on a pilgrimage tour. On the pilgrimage tour visitors can visit some of the prominent religious sites including temple, stupas and durbar square. You can give offerings and receive blessings and go on a religious journey with Trekking Planner Nepal.

                        • Yes, 10 days are enough for Nepal with the right itinerary. If you want to visit the prominent attractions, understand the local culture or want to enjoy a memorable time in the Himalayas then 10 days are enough. However, if you want to encompass all together then you might have to extend a few days.

                           

                        • About one week to ten days are required for a Nepal trip with family. However, the length of the days for the family trip depends upon what you want to do. Similarly, 7-10 days will give you a good introduction of the country.

                        • It will take at least 3 weeks to visit and explore Nepal. However if you want to get the glimpse of Nepal then only two days are sufficient. So the period required to explore Nepal depends upon the interest.

                        • To plan a budget trip to Nepal, it is best to avoid companies who charge you with hidden costs. Likewise, you can cut costs by choosing other options like budget accommodation, transportation, food, and free or low-cost activities.

                        • The best time for a pilgrimage tour in Nepal all year round. However, for the best experience Trekking Planner Nepal recommends travelers to visit during spring and autumn. Spring in Nepal lasts from March to April and autumn in September to November. During this period, the weather condition is moderate and skies are clear which helps to enhance the experience.  

                        • No, Nepal is one of the cheapest countries to travel to for tourists. Nepal is considered one of the most affordable countries to travel however how much money to spend likely depends upon the  travel style and preferences.

                        • International tourists can get an on-arrival visa which lasts for 30 days. Tourists can extend their stay after 30 days however they will have to pay extra per day of stay.

                        • One will need NRS 3000 per day in Nepal. The amount is enough for most travelers to buy food, drinks, transportation and basic accommodation.

                        • Yes, one week in Nepal is enough for a pilgrimage tour in Nepal. One week provides a glimpse of tradition and culture. However, if people want to properly enjoy and understand more about Nepal, a week period is not enough. 

                        • Yes there are some special requirements for visiting religious sites. Some of the special requirements are:

                          You will need permits for some of the UNESCO world heritage sites.

                          • Dress modestly while visiting religious sites.

                          • Give space and route for gurus and sadhus.

                          • Ask permission before taking photographs.

                          • Be mindful of sacred objects and artifacts.

                          • Be respectful of the cultural difference.

                        • Yes, transportation facilities are provided between pilgrimage sites. Trekking Planner Nepal provides private car or jeep facility based on the group size to help with the transportation between the pilgrimage sites.

                        • The accommodations on the tour are based on the budget. We provide three star and four star accommodation for the tourists on the tour.

                        • Yes, meals are provided during the tour. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are provided during the tour followed by tea or coffee.

                        • Yes, the itinerary can be customized. Trekking Planner Nepal provides customized itinerary facilities for travelers based on their personal interests. Travelers can then adjust the place of visit and how they want to spend the 10 days pilgrimage tour.

                        • Yes, experienced and informative tour guides are available who can explain the significance of each site. Likewise the guides can help to provide information about the history, culture, architecture, and tradition of the specific area or landmark.

                        • There are not any particular culture etiquettes to follow at religious sites however it is essential to keep in mind the following things:

                          • Dress modestly without exposing much skin.

                          • Respect the culture and follow the instructions.

                          • Accept the cultural gap and don't contradict their beliefs.

                          • Ask for permission before taking photographs.

                          • Respect and prioritize gurus and sadhus.

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