Muktinath Darshan Tour
A Journey to Muktinath, Common Pilgrimage Site
Embark on a soul-stirring journey to Muktinath Darshan Yatra, a sacred pilgrimage nested at 3,800 meters in the trans-Himalayan region of Mustang—revered across Vaidik Sanatan Dharma, Buddhism, Bon, and Himalayan shamanic traditions. Known as Muktikshetra, or the “Land of Salvation,” this spiritually vibrant site is believed to be where Lord Vishnu attained liberation, Guru Padmasambhava meditated among dancing dakinis, and the sacred flame of Jwala Mai eternally blazes from soil, water and air—symbolizing elemental union. Pilgrims ritually cleanse their karma under the Tsumig Gyatsha, 108 icy water spouts, believed to have channeled from the holy source of Damodar Kunda, absolve lifetimes of sin. As per ancient texts like the Skandapurana, Barahapurana, and Krishna Gandaki Mahatmya, Muktinath embodies the divine convergence of Hari (Vishnu) and Hara (Shiva), celebrated for harmonizing Vaishnava and Shaiva traditions, while Tibetan Buddhist lore hails it as the seat of Avalokiteshwara (Tib. Chenrezig).
Tour Highlights
- Sacred Darshan of Muktinath, Pashupatinath, Manakamana Mata, and other holy sites
- Fly over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Himalayas and drive through the Kali Gandaki Valley
- Experience spiritual cleansing under 108 Mukti Dhara (Tsumig Gyatsha)
- Experience Vaidik Sanatan and Himalayan Buddhist traditions
- Exploring the natural beauty of Pokhara
Yatra Facts
- Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Max Elevation: 3,800m / 12,464ft
Start/End: Kathmandu, Nepal - Best Months: March to November
- Trek Grading: Easy
Accommodation: Tourist standard hotels
Abridged Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m / 4,428ft)
- Airport pickup and hotel transfer by Karnali representative
- Briefing session and orientation on Muktinath Yatra
- Overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation in a Luxury Hotel (3-5 Star)
- Meals: BLD
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara via Manakamana Temple
- Scenic drive to Pokhara with en-route Darshan at Manakamana Temple
- Cable car ride and worship experience
- Overnight in Pokhara
- Accommodation in a standard hotel
- Meals: BLD
- Distance: 205 km
- Duration: 6-7 hrs
- Altitude: 822m / 2,697ft
Day 03: Fly to Jomsom, Drive to Muktinath (3,810m / 12,464ft)
- Early morning flight to Jomsom (20 mins)
- Drive through the Kali Gandaki Gorge to Muktinath Temple
- Optional Saligram search and Holy Tarpana at Kagbeni
- Darshan at Muktinath, Holy shower at 108 Water Spouts, visit Jwala Mai, and Neelkantha Varni’s Paduka
- Return to Jomsom for overnight stay
- Accommodation in a hotel
- Meals: BLD
- Distance: 24 km (Jomsom to Muktinath)
- Duration: 1.5-2 hrs drive
Day 04: Fly back to Pokhara, Sightseeing Day
- Morning flight to Pokhara
- Visit Fewa Lake, Gupteshwor Cave, Davi’s Fall, and Bindabasini Temple
- Overnight in Pokhara
- Accommodation in a standard hotel
- Meals: BLD
Day 05: Return Flight to Kathmandu & Pashupatinath Visit
- Fly to Kathmandu
- Evening Darshan & Aarati at Pashupatinath Temple
- Final overnight in Kathmandu
- Accommodation in a Luxury Hotel (3-5 Star)
- Meals: BLD
Day 05: Yatra Ends, Trip Concludes
- Morning Transfer to Airport
- Time for Reflection
- Departure
- Meals: Breakfast
Tour Cost Details
- Package Price: …..USD per person (twin-sharing basis)
- Single Supplementary: ……USD (for single occupancy accommodation)
Cost, Includes & Excludes
The cost includes:
- Airport pick-up/drop-off and all ground transfers via private tourist buses
- Hotel accommodation with pure vegetarian meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Domestic flights
- Professional English- and Hindi-speaking Karnali tour leader and support crew
- Guided sightseeing, Darshan Assistance, and Spiritual Briefings
- Duffel Bag for Travel
- First Aid Medical Kit
The cost does not include:
- International flight fares
- Nepalese Visa processing
- Personal expenses (e.g., bottled drinks, laundry, telephone, Internet)
- Temple Dakshina, Puja, and personal darshan costs
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Any unforeseen costs not listed above
Booking & Cancellation Policy:
- Non-refundable Booking Deposit: USD 2000 with a health certificate (mandatory)
- Remaining Balance: Payable in USD/GBP (cash only) upon arrival in Delhi
- Cancellation Terms:
- 50% payable if cancelled 20 days before departure
- 100% payable if cancelled less than 15 days before departure
- Claim refundable losses via your travel insurance
Trip Extension
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