8 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath & Chitwan Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 8 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath & Chitwan Tour, a perfect blend of cultural exploration and a Nepal pilgrimage experience. This tour is designed to offer you a rich cultural and religious journey, with visits to both Hindu and Buddhist sacred sites, including the revered Pashupatinath temple and Muktinath temple, making it a top choice for those seeking spiritual fulfillment. Your journey begins in Kathmandu, where you'll visit the famous Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred Hindu shrines, along with the impressive Boudhanath stupa, a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists. This combination of Hindu and Buddhist landmarks highlights Nepal’s deep spiritual heritage.

After a day of immersion in Kathmandu’s religious and historical sites, you'll head to the beautiful city of Pokhara, known for its natural beauty and temples. Here, you’ll visit Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, and the Gupteswori Mahadev cave, adding to the pilgrimage feel of the tour. The scenic flight to Jomsom will take you on a breathtaking journey, leading to the highlight of the tour – a visit to the Muktinath temple. Located in the Mustang region, this temple holds significance for both Hindus and Buddhists, making it an essential stop for religious travelers. While in the area, you’ll explore Kagbeni and the serene Dhumba Lake, offering stunning landscapes and spiritual tranquility.

From Jomsom, you’ll return to Pokhara and then drive directly to Chitwan for an exciting wildlife experience. In Chitwan National Park, you’ll enjoy thrilling jungle safaris – either an elephant safari or a jeep safari depending on your location. Chitwan offers more than just adventure; it includes cultural activities such as a Tharu village tour and Tharu cultural program, providing insight into the local indigenous community. You can also visit the Elephant Breeding Centre or the Crocodile Breeding Centre, rounding out the tour with a mix of nature and culture.

The tour concludes with a return to Kathmandu, where you’ll explore the ancient Bhaktapur Durbar Square and enjoy a Nepali cultural program with a farewell dinner. This Nepal pilgrimage and cultural tour offers a well-rounded experience that combines spiritual visits with rich cultural and natural highlights, leaving you with lasting memories of Nepal’s diverse beauty.

Why you'll love 8 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath & Chitwan Tour?

Spiritual Fulfillment:

This tour combines visits to important Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage sites like Pashupatinath temple, Muktinath temple, and Boudhanath stupa, offering a deeply spiritual experience for both Hindu and Buddhist devotees, as well as those interested in religious history.

Scenic Beauty:

The breathtaking landscapes of Pokhara, the Jomsom flight, and the serene surroundings of Muktinath and Dhumba Lake allow travelers to immerse themselves in Nepal's stunning natural beauty, from majestic mountains to peaceful lakes.

Adventure in Chitwan:

With exciting activities like elephant safaris, jeep safaris, and visits to the Crocodile Breeding Centre in Chitwan National Park, this tour provides a perfect blend of spiritual exploration and thrilling wildlife adventures.

Cultural Immersion:

The tour offers unique cultural experiences such as the Tharu village tour and the Tharu cultural program, allowing travelers to engage with local traditions and communities, making the experience rich and educational.

Comprehensive Itinerary:

With visits to iconic landmarks, historical sites, and natural wonders across Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath, and Chitwan, this tour provides a well-rounded, all-inclusive journey that covers Nepal’s cultural, religious, and natural highlights, making it ideal for first-time visitors.

The 8 Days Kathmandu, Pokhara, Muktinath & Chitwan Tour can be enjoyed year-round, but the experience can vary with each season. Here’s a breakdown of the best time to visit, season-wise:

Spring (March to May)

Best for: Scenic beauty and mild temperatures.

Why: This is one of the best times to visit Nepal, as the weather is pleasant, and the skies are generally clear. You’ll witness the blooming rhododendrons in the hills around Pokhara and lush greenery in Chitwan. The Tour to Muktinath will be comfortable due to the moderate temperatures.

Summer/Monsoon (June to August)

Best for: Quiet travel and nature lovers.

Why: While this season brings rain, it also offers lush landscapes, especially in Pokhara and Chitwan. Fewer crowds mean a more peaceful experience, although some areas might be more challenging due to the rain, particularly the flight to Jomsom and visits to Muktinath. Chitwan’s jungle safaris are enjoyable with the rich vegetation.

Autumn (September to November)

Best for: Clear views and cultural experiences.

Why: This is the most popular season, as the weather is cool and dry, making it perfect for sightseeing and spiritual visits. The skies are clear for stunning views of the mountains around Pokhara and Muktinath. The Dashain and Tihar festivals add a cultural dimension to your trip.

Winter (December to February)

Best for: Pilgrims and wildlife enthusiasts.

Why: Though it’s colder, particularly around Jomsom and Muktinath, the winter months offer a peaceful and crowd-free experience. Chitwan National Park is ideal during this season for wildlife activities, as the temperatures are cooler, making safaris more enjoyable.

The daily expenses per person listed below are based on market estimates and can vary slightly depending on the hotels, shops, and restaurants you choose, as well as your spending habits. We recommend using services outside of hotels, such as local restaurants, department stores, and markets, to save money.

Upon your arrival in Nepal, we will guide you on how to save money during your tour. This information is provided to help you estimate your tour budget.

GENERAL INFORMATION

TIPPING

Tips are appreciated by your support team after the trip. Tips are not mandatory in Nepal but recommended. The amount depends on your budget and appreciation of their work. Where restaurant meals are involved, the tipping is usually 10% of the bill. We would like to request all travelers to give tips separately for driver & guide. Our suggestion is US$ 5 per day by per tourist to driver if same driver is there for whole trip & US$ 10 per day to guide.

VISA

All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold passport and valid visa. Visa can be obtained at the Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points. It can be extended at the Department of Immigration, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Children under 10 years need not pay any visa fee. People willing to get entry Visa at the airport or any of the land entry points are required to fill a visa form with passport photograph. So, please download form from the link below (visa form) and get ready while you are passing through the immigration Point. Only People of these countries do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal: - Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, and Palestine, Afghanistan. For more and updated information: Click here

VISA FEES

15 Days:   30 US$
30 Days:   50 US$
90 Days: 125 US$

Additional 25 USD for a multiple re-entry facility

Tourist Visa Extension

* Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 45 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 3 per day. 5 USD per day as late fine in the case of delay

* Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).

Gratis Visa is issued free of cost in case of following categories of Visa applicants:

Children below 10 years (except US citizens)

Up to 30 days for SAARC Citizen (except Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa year.  Afghan citizens are eligible for Gratis Visa on Arrival only upon the recommendation of Department of Immigration. If you are an Afghan citizen, you can request concerned institution inviting you to Nepal for necessary paperwork with Department of Immigration to get you Gratis Visa ‘On Arrival’.

Non-Residential Nepali (NRN) card holder (issued by MOFA /Nepali diplomatic missions abroad)

Chinese Nationals

Diplomatic/Official passport holders for diplomatic/official visits

PASSPORT AND VISAS:

You must carry a valid passport and have obtained all of the appropriate visas, permits and certificates for the countries in which you will visit during your trip. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the duration of the trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of the correct visas, permits and certificates for your trip; please refer to the Trip Notes for details. We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country because you lack the correct passport, visa or other travel documentation.

BOOKING CONDITIONS

Your booking will be confirmed by email once we receive your deposit of 40% of total trip cost & the balance 60% of total trip cost after on arrival in Kathmandu.

CANCELATION

In case of cancellation by the Traveller, the Agency has the right to charge a percentage cancellation fee according to the following scale:

Up to 30 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 20%
15-29 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 30%
7-14 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 60%
6 or less days until the “Trip Start Day” and in the event of non-appearance a fees of 90%
For trip postpone, we will not take any charges