
Days
7 Days
Arrival City
Kathmandu
Departure City
Kathmandu
Best Season
Sept – Dec, March – May
Max Altitude
3,840m
Accommodation
3 star hotel in Kathmandu/Guest House during trek
Transportation
Private Tourist Vehicle
Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
2 to 16
The Sunauli-Pokhara-Muktinath-Kathmandu-Sunauli circuit is a classic 09 to 10 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 high-altitude spiritual tranquility of the Muktinath Temple in the Mustang region. 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: Sunauli ➔ Pokhara ➔ Muktinath ➔ Manakamana ➔ Kathmandu ➔ Sunauli 🎯 Add-ons: Ram Janaki Temple, Doleshwor Mahadev, Lumbini, Nagarkot/Chandragiri, & Mountain Flights!
Group meet at Sunauli boarder & Transfer to Nepal boarder side, drive to Pokhara (830 m) by private tourist vehicle. The road trip from Sunauli border to Pokhara via the Siddhartha Highway (H10) covering about 180–182 km takes roughly 6 to 7 hours. Key highlights include climbing from the Terai plains through scenic mountain ridges, exploring the historic hill town of Tansen, and crossing deep river valleys with dramatic views of terraced rice fields. Evening scrolling around Lakeside. Stay overnight at Pokhara/Sarangkot.
Early morning explore the beautiful sunrise over Annapurna mountain range from Sarangkot. After breakfast you'll drive to Jomsom (Mustang). A road trip from Pokhara to Jomsom is a spectacular 170 km, 7-8 hour off-road adventure that takes you from lush subtropical valleys into the arid, windswept landscapes of the Mustang region. The route passes through the world's deepest gorge. Here, you can hunt for Shaligrams—ancient, fossilized black ammonites that Hindus worship as the physical form of Lord Vishnu. This region rewards you with striking, arid desert landscapes backed by spectacular views of the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountain ranges. The journey is renowned for its thrilling drives and dramatic, high-altitude scenery. By the evening time you'll arrive in a beautiful village of Mustang region: Jomsom. Stay overnight at Jomsom
A trip to Kagbeni and Muktinath offers an unforgettable blend of dramatic trans-Himalayan landscapes, deep-rooted spirituality and ancient Tibetan culture in Nepal's Mustang region. Today morning you'll drive 1 hour from Jomsom to Muktinath Temple: situated at an altitude of 3,800 meters, this revered site is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. The walled complex features 108 icy water spouts (Muktidhara) that cleanse the soul, an ancient monastery, and an eternal natural flame (Jwalamai temple). After you'll drive to Kagbeni Village, this 800-year-old gateway to Upper Mustang is famous for its labyrinth of mud-brick houses, flat roofs, and narrow alleys. It serves as a major Hindu pilgrimage site where devotees perform Shraddha (ancestor worship rites) at the confluence of the Kali Gandaki and Jhong rivers. After you'll drive to Beni (Tatopani). The road trip from Jomsom to Tatopani (Beni) covers a 49 km stretch of the rough but spectacularly scenic Kali Gandaki corridor. The journey takes you from the windswept, arid landscapes of Lower Mustang down into lush sub-tropical river valleys. On the way you'll stop Tatopani Hot Springs: The ultimate reward. "Tatopani" translates to "hot water," and the village features natural, mineral-rich hot spring pools right by the river, perfect for soothing sore travel muscles. Stay overnight at Beni.
A road trip from Beni to Pokhara is an incredibly scenic, 75 km journey that takes about 2 to 3 hours. The route beautifully transitions from rugged Himalayan gorges to the lush, subtropical valleys of the Annapurna region Today trip in Pokhara flows sequentially from the hills to water, offering a highly memorable and well-rounded experience. First you'll take to visit Pumdikot Shiva Statue: situated at an altitude of 1,500 meters, this 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. Reaching the World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa) located on Ananda Hill at 1,100 meters. It is a stunning white Buddhist monument in Pokhara located on the southern fringe of Phewa Lake. Then you'll take to Fewa lake for boating. You'll glide across emerald waters while enjoying panoramic views of the Annapurna range, capture reflections of the iconic Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) peak, and visit the sacred Tal Barahi Temple situated on a small, forested island in the center of the lake, this iconic two-tiered pagoda is dedicated to Goddess Barahi (an incarnation of Durga). It is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. After you have a free time in Lake side for shopping. Stay overnight in Pokhara.
A road trip from Pokhara to Kathmandu featuring the Manakamana cable car offers a perfect blend of thrill, scenic landscapes, and cultural heritage. Spanning roughly 200 km along the Prithvi Highway, the journey typically takes 6-7 hours by private vehical. 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. By the evening you'll arrive in hotel at Kathmandu. Evening free time in local market in Kathmandu. Stay overnight 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. 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. Kathmandu Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of the city. It features a spectacular array of ancient palaces, courtyards, and pagoda-style temples. Key trip highlights include the Kumari Ghar (House of the Living Goddess), the Hanuman Dhoka Palace Complex, Kal Bhairab: A massive, awe-inspiring stone relief of the fierce, tantric manifestation of Lord Shiva, and the reconstructed Kasthamandap temple. Stay Overnight at Kathmandu.
A road trip from Kathmandu to the Sunauli border covers about 265 to 280 km and takes 7 to 10 hours. The scenic route descends from the Kathmandu hills along the Trishuli River via the Prithvi and East-West Highways, transitioning from winding mountain terrain to the flat Terai plains near the Indian border. Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! Our representative will drop you off at the Sunauli Boarder. 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: Sunauli ➔ Pokhara ➔ Muktinath ➔ Manakamana ➔ Kathmandu ➔ Sunauli 🎯 Add-ons: Ram Janaki Temple, Doleshwor Mahadev, Lumbini, 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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