
Days
2 Days
Arrival City
Kathmandu
Departure City
Kathmandu
Best Season
All Season
Max Altitude
2,000m
Accommodation
Hotel/Guest House
Transportation
Jeep/Scorpio/EV Van/Bus
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
7 - 30
Halesi Mahadev, also known as Halesi Maratika, is one of Nepal's most important pilgrimage destinations. Located in Khotang District, the sacred cave complex is revered by Hindu pilgrims as the abode of Lord Shiva and is also significant to Buddhist devotees.
📍 Route: Kathmandu ➔ Halesi ➔ Kathmandu
Your journey begins early in the morning, preferably between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM, from Kathmandu. Travel by private Scorpio through the scenic BP Highway, enjoying beautiful views of green hills, terraced farmland, villages and river valleys. Distances and driving times are approximate and may vary depending on the exact hotel location, road conditions, traffic and diversions. 8:00–9:00 AM – Breakfast Stop Stop at a suitable roadside restaurant for breakfast/tea. Pilgrims can have tea, coffee, roti, tarkari, bread, eggs or other available breakfast items. Scenic Drive via BP Highway Continue towards Khurkot and Ghurmi. The journey offers beautiful views of Nepal's mid-hill landscape and river valleys. There will be short stops along the way for refreshments and rest as required. Around 12:30–1:30 PM – Lunch Stop at a suitable restaurant for lunch. Suggested meal: Dal, Bhat, Tarkari, Achar, seasonal vegetables, etc. Vegetarian food can be arranged for pilgrims who prefer a satvik/vegetarian meal. Afternoon – Continue towards Halesi After lunch, continue the journey towards Halesi in Khotang District. The final section of the journey passes through beautiful hilly settlements and countryside. Around 4:00–6:00 PM – Arrival at Halesi Arrive at Halesi and check into the hotel. After refreshments and some rest, pilgrims can visit the surrounding temple area and prepare for the next morning's main Halesi Mahadev Darshan. Depending on arrival time, you may also have an opportunity for an evening visit around the temple premises. Evening – Rest & Dinner Return to the hotel and enjoy dinner. Dinner: Vegetarian / Non-vegetarian as preferred. Overnight: Halesi
This trip runs on a customizable, on-request basis — choose your own start date and we'll build the group and logistics around it.
📍 Route: Kathmandu ➔ Halesi ➔ Kathmandu
Every itinerary can be adjusted for extra acclimatization days, private departures, or combining with another region. Mention it in your enquiry and we'll rework the day-by-day plan accordingly.
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