Overview
The well-known pilgrimage site of Muktinath lies at the foot of Mustang’s Larkey mountain. It is one of the highest places of worship in the world, standing at almost 3800 meters. In Nepal, it is a holy location that is a must-go site. To enable you to see this magnificent temple, Nebira Holidays has a terrific offer. The Muktinath Darshan Yatra by Land is what we offer you.
This trip primarily takes you through various cities around Nepal, destined mainly towards Muktinath. The journey will mainly be by road on our private vehicle booked for the trek. We will be done with ten days worth of traveling.
To kick off our Muktinath Darshan Yatra by Land, we will first receive you at Gorakhpur. The trip will begin from this delightful Indian city near Nepal’s border. From Gorakhpur, we will take a jeep heading towards Lumbini. You will also get a chance to do sightseeing in the region. Then from Lumbini, we will head to Pokhara. Pokhara is the main gateway to the Mustang region. From Pokhara, we will finally head towards Jomsom and to our main destination, Muktinath.
After we are done with our visit to Muktinath, we will return to Pokhara. A day for sightseeing in the Pokhara region is also on the itinerary. Then, we will head toward Kathmandu from Pokhara. In Kathmandu, we will visit the many attraction sites the valley offers. After finishing our Kathmandu tour, we will head back to Gorakhpur from Kathmandu again. We will bid you goodbye from Gorakhpur as you return to your homes.
Trip Highlights
- Travel and explore popular cities like Pokhara, Lumbini, and Kathmandu and their attraction points.
- Know the birthplace of Buddha, Lumbini, along with its culture and history.
- Visit the vibrant city of lakes, Pokhara, and enjoy the lakeside stay.
- Get to know the capital city of Nepal, Kathmandu, up and close.
- Learn Tibetan as we as Nepali sect of Buddhism throughout the long tour.
- Visit the ethereal Muktinath temple for worship.
- Travel the Annapurna circuit trails without doing strenuous treks.
- See the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains up close.
Itinerary
Cost Includes
- Accommodation in a basic guest house or lodge during the trip.
- Meals during the trip (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- All necessary permits and entrance fees for the trip.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Bottled water during the trip.
Cost Excludes
- International and domestic airfare.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal expenses such as phone calls, laundry, and tips.
- Additional meals and drinks not included in the itinerary.
- Any additional expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters, political unrest, or flight delays.
- Any expenses related to emergency evacuation or medical treatment.
- Any expenses not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
FAQs
The journey will last for about ten days, including your arrival and departure from Gorakhpur.
You will be staying in the hotels of the city during your trips. The hotels in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Lumbini will be more facilitating. However, in Muktinath, you will stay in locally available lodges. For this, you have to be a little more accommodating.
You will get local Nepali staples during the trip. It includes meals with rice or rotis, lentils, vegetable curry, and pickles. Options for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals will be available. However, if you have special dietary needs, you should inform us beforehand.
Yes, we strongly advise this trip if you’re considering taking your family to Muktinath or elsewhere in Nepal. For the most part, we travel for the trip via scheduled road trips. They hardly ever require any physical labor. Furthermore, our team has already taken care of your hotel and food. As a result, planning logistics and child care won’t be a major burden for you.
Yes, this is the goal of the land-based Muktinath Darshan Yatra. The trip to Muktinath is really challenging. Therefore, we go above and beyond to optimize logistics to benefit everyone. This tour is open to anyone who is physically unable to travel often or who is too old to do so. It is 100 percent safe.
Our most remote destination will be the Muktinath temple. It lies at an altitude of 3710 meters near the northern Tibetan borders.
You will need the Annapurna Conservation Area Permits for the trip. This is necessary as we are traveling within the Annapurna region’s protected area. We also advise you to carry identification, like a passport, just in case.
Best time to do the Muktinath Darshan Yatra By Land
The best time for treks around Nepal is during spring and autumn. The same applies when you ask for the best time to make this trip. Although you need not walk much during the trip, the autumn and spring weather make your trip much better. These seasons are suitable climate-wise and bring in very stable weather. Turbulances caused due to snowfall, or heavy rainfall is minimized. Road blockages due to heavy snow or muddy trails also decrease these months. Moreover, traveling during these months is not too cold or hot. Packing will be much easier for a short 10-day long trip.
However, we are available all year round for this package. Winter trips to Mustang are quite popular as the snow looks majestic this time. The Himalayas look enchanting when snowfall is at its peak. If you choose to travel to Muktinath during such a time, we will accommodate you.
Reasons to do the Muktinath Darshan Yatra By Land
Travel around many places in Nepal in a single trip
Although the main focus of our trip is Muktinath, we will make stops in various places. It is a pass for a short sightseeing trip to major cities of Nepal. You will visit the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, Lumbini, and get a chance to observe many historical sites. Places like the Mayadevi temple and world peace pagoda are its major attractions.
Along with Lumbini, you also get to visit the beautiful city of Pokhara. The city is filled with beautiful nature, mountains, lakes, and viewpoints. The mountains like Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchre give beautiful vistas around the city. The mountain’s reflection looks enchanting in the midst of Phewa lake. Boating around the lake is a popular tourist activity in the area. Pokhara also has the Sarangkot viewpoint. It is a popular place to observe the panoramic views of these mountains.
After Pokhara, we will also get a short trip around the Mustang region. We will have traveled to the south plains in Lumbini, the hills of Pokhara. But the Mustang region is unique to the previously visited destinations. It lies within the Tibetan borders and reflects a mixture of Hindu and Tibetan Buddhist cultures. The journey towards the Mustang region also gives you a chance to be in a great climactic scene. Also, the views of the Himalayas of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna are a sight for sore eyes in Mustang.
You will also get a chance to visit the heart of Nepal, Kathmandu. The Kathmandu valley holds great significance in Nepal. It is the capital city of the country and has many tourist destinations.
Visit Muktinath without long-duration treks.
People hike a considerable distance to see the Muktinath temple or the Mustang region. You must travel through several remote high-altitude hamlets in order to reach Mustang. If you want to travel on foot to Muktinath, you must finish the Annapurna Circuit Trek. To reach Muktinath, the Thorang La pass must be crossed in several variations of the Annapurna circuit journey.
Such hikes are challenging and dangerous. You must get ready with a ton of trekking gear and paperwork. Additionally, you need to decide the proper time, guides, and lodging close to the trails. However, such preparations are not required for our packaged tour. You won’t have to expend all of your efforts on these things if you travel by land for the Muktinath Darshan Yatra. The accommodations and travel itineraries, along with food, will be included in the package.
Best for family trips and accessible to everyone
Conventional travels to Muktinath is not suited for everyone. Trekking to Muktinath does not fit everyone’s bill. Neither does planning long itineraries and travel management. It is difficult for the elderly and people with disabilities to travel to rural locations like Muktinath. The Muktinath Darshan Yatra by land solves this issue.
It can also be difficult to embark on lengthy hikes if you also plan a family vacation. Therefore, a trip to Muktinath, mostly by road, is very convenient for a family vacation. If you haven’t been to Muktinath because of physical limitations, this is a great chance for you.
Muktinath and its significance
Muktinath is highly regarded in both the Hindu and Buddhist religions.
Muktinath is the 108th Divya Desam out of 196, as determined by the Sri Vaishnava school of Hinduism. Hindus consider Divya Desam, often known as the “divine realm,” to be a sacred location. Muktinath is the sole Divya Desam to exist outside of India. Additionally, it is a part of one of Nepal’s Char Dhams.
Some people refer to Muktinath Temple as “Mukti Kshetra” or “Liberation arena”. People thus believe visiting a temple will provide them moksha, or liberation. The temple is more than just this treasured idea; it has a history. According to Sri Vaishnava literature, the temple’s previous name was Thiru Saligramam. The Gandaki river is considered the source of the Saligram Shila, a statue of Vishnu placed on the site.
Buddhists from the area refer to Muktinath as Chuming Gyasta, Tibetan meaning “Hundred Waters.” The Muktinath is highly regarded by the Tibetan school of Buddhism. According to them, the statue represents “Avalokitevara.” This personifies all Buddhas’ generosity.
Therefore, Muktinath is a noteworthy destination that has influenced both Buddhists and Hindus in this way. We strongly advise adding visiting a place with such religious significance to your bucket list.
