Nepal Spiritual Tour: Kathmandu, Lumbini, Pokhara, Muktinath

Follow the pilgrimage route through Nepal's holiest temples and mountain valleys

A 7-day guided tour through Nepal's spiritual heartland, visiting Lumbini, Pokhara, Muktinath, and Kathmandu with private transport throughout. Includes stays at 3-star hotels, breakfast and dinner daily, and access to sacred sites like Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Groups run a minimum of six travelers, with an English or Hindi-speaking guide leading the entire journey.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Gorakhpur to Lumbini and Pokhara

• Visit Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini
• Overnight stay at Guru Grand hotel
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 2: Pokhara sightseeing

• Visit Phewa Lake
• Visit Tal Barahi Temple
• Explore Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave
• Overnight stay at Guru Grand hotel
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 3: Mustang Valley and Jomsom

• Travel through Mustang Valley
• Arrive and explore Jomsom town
• Overnight stay at Nirvana hotel in Muktinath
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 4: Muktinath Temple and return

• Visit Muktinath Temple
• Overnight stay at Guru Grand hotel in Pokhara
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 5: Pokhara to Kathmandu via Manakamana

• Visit Manakamana Temple en route
• Overnight stay at Nirakar hotel in Kathmandu
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 6: Kathmandu sightseeing

• Visit Pashupatinath Temple
• Visit Boudhanath Stupa
• Visit Swayambhunath Stupa
• Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square
• Leisure time in Thamel district
• Overnight stay at Nirakar hotel
• Enjoy dinner at the hotel

Day 7: Departure from Kathmandu

• Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
• Check-out and transfer to departure point

The experience

The route moves through four regions over seven days, each one built around a major pilgrimage site. You start at the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, then travel to Pokhara for sightseeing at Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple on its island, and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. From there, the tour heads into Mustang Valley's dramatic Himalayan terrain, passing through Jomsom before reaching Muktinath Temple, one of the most sacred destinations for both Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims. The final stretch returns you through Kathmandu, stopping at Manakamana Temple on the way.

In Kathmandu itself, you'll visit Pashupatinath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Boudhanath Stupa (a major center of Tibetan Buddhist culture) Swayambhunath Stupa on its hilltop overlooking the valley, and Kathmandu Durbar Square with its traditional Newari architecture and ancient palaces. A free afternoon in Thamel, the city's main tourist district, gives you time to browse local handicrafts and markets before the final overnight stay. Private AC transport in an Innova Crysta vehicle runs the entire tour, sized to your group. Breakfast and dinner come daily at your 3-star hotels, leaving lunch to your choice.

The guide speaks English or Hindi throughout, and children from age four are welcome. Note that entry fees for some attractions, including the cable car, are paid on-site rather than included upfront. The itinerary is fixed, so all three Pokhara stops and the full Kathmandu circuit fit inside the week without rushing.

What’s included

• Breakfast and dinner daily at 3-star accommodations in Pokhara, Muktinath, and Kathmandu.
• private AC transport in an Innova Crysta vehicle for the entire route.
• guided access to Lumbini's Maya Devi Temple, Pokhara's Phewa Lake and Tal Barahi Temple, Muktinath Temple, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
• free time in Thamel for shopping and exploration.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (26 to 40 years) · Senior (41 to 70 years) · Youth (18 to 25 years) · Child (6 to 10 years) · Infant (4 to 5 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Hindi

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Paid on siteUS$ 5.39

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Ayodhya Tours Travels

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a set seven-day route with a guide managing transport and meals. Choose a private custom tour instead if you need flexibility to spend extra time at certain temples or skip sites.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Hindi.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (18 to 25 years); Child (6 to 10 years); Infant (4 to 5 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What is the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini and why does the tour start there?

The Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini is the traditionally recognized birthplace of Lord Gautama Buddha and the most important spiritual attraction in the region, making it the natural opening point for a Nepal pilgrimage tour.

Can I see the Annapurna mountains from Phewa Lake in Pokhara?

Phewa Lake offers scenic views of the surrounding hills and, weather permitting, the Annapurna mountain range reflected in the water, though mountain visibility depends on conditions on the day you visit.

What makes Muktinath Temple significant for both Hindus and Buddhists?

Muktinath Temple is an important pilgrimage destination sacred to both faiths, located in the Himalayan region of Mustang and visited on day four of the tour after traveling through Mustang Valley and Jomsom.

Are meals included throughout the 7 days?

Breakfast and dinner are included daily at your 3-star hotels. Lunch is not covered and you choose where to eat during the day.

What is the group size for this tour?

The minimum group size is six travelers, which keeps the experience intimate while the private Innova Crysta vehicle is sized to fit your party comfortably with luggage.

Do I need to pay for temple entry fees separately?

Entry fees for attractions including the cable car are paid at each site rather than included in the tour price, so budget accordingly for these costs during the week.