
Days
7 Days
Arrival City
Janakpur
Departure City
Bhairawa
Best Season
Sept – Dec, March – May
Max Altitude
2,100m
Walking Distance
420 km
Accommodation
Deluxe Accommodation in 3 star hotel in twin/triple sharing basis
Transportation
Private Tourist Vehicle
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
2 to 16
The Janakpur-Pokhara-Manakamana-Kathmandu circuit is a classic 05 to-06 day pilgrimage and adventure tour in Nepal. It blends the UNESCO World Heritage cultural sites of the Kathmandu Valley with the serene lakes of Pokhara and the Ram Janaki Mandir in Janakpur:
Start by exploring historic landmarks like the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.Manakamana Temple: Often visited en route to Pokhara, this famous wish-fulfilling Hindu shrine is accessible via a thrilling 10-minute cable car ride.Pokhara: The gateway to the Annapurna region. You can relax by Phewa Lake, visit Devi's Fall, and enjoy stunning Himalayan mountain views.Muktinath Temple: Located at an altitude of 3,710 meters, this site is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. Pilgrims bathe under its 108 holy water spouts to achieve spiritual liberation.
📍 Route: Janakpur ➔ Kathmandu ➔ Manakamana ➔ Pokhara ➔ Lumbini ➔ Sunauli 🎯 Add-ons: MuKtinath Temple, Chitwan, Doleshwor Mahadev, Dhulikhel, Nagarkot, Chandragiri, & Mountain Flights!
Group will pick up at Sitamarhi Railway Station, Drive to Janakpur through Bhittamore boarder, Check-in to the hotel, followed by Lunch, Late afternoon visit Shri Janaki Mandir and Ram Sita Vivaha Mandap. First you'll take to explore the magnificent marble Janaki Mandir (built in Mughal style), visit the Ram Sita Vivaha Mandap (the marriage site of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita), and take a stroll around the sacred Ganga Sagar and Dhanush Sagar ponds. Dinner and overnight stay at Janakpur.
After breakfast in hotel group will take to drive to Kathmandu. A road trip from Janakpur to Kathmandu covers about 225 to 240 kilometers and takes roughly 7 to 8 hours, transitioning from the flat Terai plains to the winding hills of the B.P. Highway. Upon arrival in Kathmandu transfer to the hotel, check-in, & overnight stay at Kathmandu.
Kathmandu, Nepal's vibrant capital seamlessly blends ancient spirituality and rich medieval history. Today you'll take to explore the revered Pashupatinath Temple: situated on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, this is the most important Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Visitors can watch priests perform daily rituals and observe open-air cremation ghats on the riverbanks. Gueshwori mata (Shakti Peeth): The Guhyeshwari Temple is a revered Hindu Shakti Peeth located north-east on the banks of the Bagmati River. As a highly sacred, tantric site, it is traditionally visited by pilgrims before they enter the main Pashupatinath Temple. Peaceful and Divine Experience at Budhanilkantha Temple (Jal Narayan): Located just 9 km north of Kathmandu's city center, the Budhanilkantha Temple is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site famous for its massive, 5-meter-long "Sleeping Vishnu" statue. Carved from a single block of black basalt, the statue lies peacefully in a holy, open-air pond. And watching the sunset from the Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple): the ancient Swayambhunath Stupa (widely known as the Monkey Temple) is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour highlights an arduous but rewarding 365-step climb, iconic "all-seeing" Buddha eyes, the golden Vajra, and breathtaking, panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. A Kathmandu Durbar Square tour immerses visitors in a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient palaces, historic courtyards, and over 50 pagoda-style temples, and the home of living godesses Kumaria - young girl worshipped as the human incarnation of the goddess Taleju. It also highlights the deep-rooted Malla dynasty and Shah dynasty history right in the heart of old Kathmandu. Stay Overnight at Kathmandu.
After breakfast in hotel group will drive to Kathmandu (1300 m) from Pokhara. A road trip from Kathmandu to Pokhara via Manakamana combines spiritual exploration with breathtaking Himalayan nature. Spanning roughly 200 km along the Prithvi Highway, the 6 to 7-hour journey treats travelers to terraced hills, vibrant river valleys. At Kurintar, you can break your drive and take a spectacular 10-15 minute ride on the Manakamana Cable Car across a distance of 2.8 km. The ride offers breathtaking bird’s-eye views of the valley and river below. Once you reach the hilltop, you can visit the revered Manakamana Temple, a popular Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Bhagwati. It provides a serene atmosphere and a deeply immersive cultural experience. Evening arrive at Pokhara. Check-in to the hotel, Dinner & overnight stay at Pokhara.
This classic Pokhara itinerary beautifully combines serene nature, rich culture, and breathtaking Himalayan views. A typical day trip flows sequentially from the hills to water, offering a highly memorable and well-rounded experience. After breakfast in hotel group will take to visit Pumdikot Shiva Statue, is the second-tallest Shiva statue in Nepal. The site is surrounded by 108 Shiva Lingams, houses Asia's largest Damaru (drum), and offers spectacular 360-degree views of the Annapurna range, Fewa Lake, and the sprawling Pokhara valley. Then group will take to visit Devi’s falls that merges into the ground towards the cave of Gupteshwor Mahadev. Davis Falls is locally known as Patale Chhango, the waterfall is fed by Phewa Lake's outflow. The water plunges into a deep, narrow underground tunnel, disappearing from sight. The Gupteshwor Mahadev cave is located directly across the road from Davis Falls, this sacred cave is dedicated to Lord Shiva. After group will take to visit The Bindhyabasini Temple is one of the oldest and most prominent Hindu temples in Pokhara, Nepal. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Bindhyabasini, a manifestation of Durga. Togay you'll The International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Pokhara, is a captivating cultural and historical facility dedicated to the world’s highest peaks, the history of mountaineering, and the indigenous communities who call the mountains home. Evening time free to relax around Fewa Lake.(*Note: Today afternoon you can participate in adventure sports like: paragliding/boungee jumping/zip flying etc, (by own)). Dinner & overnight stay at Pokhara.
Today after early breakfast in hotel group will drive to Nautanwa Railway Station. A road trip from Pokhara to the Nautanwa railway station in India covers approximately 185 to 220 km (taking 6 to 7 hours). It transitions from the majestic Annapurna Himalayas into the lush, flat plains of the Terai, providing a scenic cross-border journey into India's railway network. On the way lunch at suitable place. Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! Our representative will drop you off at the Sunauli Boarder immigration check post. On your way to home, you have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal
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: Janakpur ➔ Kathmandu ➔ Manakamana ➔ Pokhara ➔ Lumbini ➔ Sunauli 🎯 Add-ons: MuKtinath Temple, Chitwan, Doleshwor Mahadev, Dhulikhel, Nagarkot, Chandragiri, & Mountain Flights!
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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