6 Dharm Yatra – Nepal
Sacred Temples of the Himalayas

• Fly from your home city to Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal — a city where ancient temples and vibrant street life nestle in a valley surrounded by green hills
• Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your pre-booked hotel
• Kathmandu Valley, at an altitude of 1,400m, is the historic heart of Nepal — a UNESCO World Heritage Site cluster with seven monument groups including Durbar Squares, Buddhist stupas, and Hindu temples
• Check into the hotel and rest after your journey
• Evening at leisure — explore the local neighbourhood or enjoy dinner at one of Kathmandu's traditional Newari restaurants
• Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Kathmandu

According to Hindu belief, worship of Shakti (the divine feminine) before Shiva completes the spiritual cycle. Guhyeshwari Shaktipeeth represents the divine feminine energy, and visiting it before Pashupatinath is deeply significant — for without the grace of Shakti, the journey to Shiva remains incomplete.

• After breakfast, begin your sacred circuit of Kathmandu's most powerful temples
• Guhyeshwari Shaktipeeth Temple — one of the 51 Shakti Peeths, believed to be where the divine feminine energy resides. This temple holds immense power for those seeking spiritual completeness. The name Guhyeshwari means "Goddess of the Secret"
• Pashupatinath Temple (Darshan) — one of the most sacred Shiva temples in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, it represents Lord Shiva as Pashupati — the protector of all living beings. The temple complex also serves as a cremation site, symbolizing the cycle of life, death, and liberation (moksha)
• Kathmandu Durbar Square & Kal Bhairav Temple — a historic royal complex showcasing Nepal's ancient Newari architecture. The Kal Bhairav shrine represents a fierce manifestation of Shiva. Nepal is believed to carry a strong Bhairav energy
• Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Kathmandu

Manakamana derives its name from two words: Mana (heart) and Kamana (wish). It is believed that sincere prayers offered here are always granted. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Bhagwati, and the scenic cable car ride across the Trishuli River valley is a spiritual prelude to the darshan.

• After breakfast, check out and drive towards Pokhara
• En route, stop at Manakamana Temple — dedicated to the wish-fulfilling goddess, this temple is accessed via a scenic cable car ride offering breathtaking views of the Trishuli River valley
• Offer your prayers at the temple, where devotees believe no sincere wish goes unanswered
• Continue the drive to Pokhara, Nepal's second-largest city and the gateway to the Annapurna range
• On arrival, check into your hotel
• Overnight: Aabas Pokhara

The flight from Pokhara to Jomsom is one of the most dramatic in the world. Weather permitting, you fly through the heart of the Himalayas, flanked by the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs — both over 8,000 metres — with the Kali Gandaki River gorge, the deepest in the world, far below.

• Early morning transfer to Pokhara Airport for your flight to Jomsom
• The flight is an experience in itself — a breathtaking journey through the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges
• Arrive in Jomsom (2,720m), the administrative centre of the Mustang district
• About Jomsom: A gateway to Upper Mustang, known for its unique dry landscape, apple orchards, and powerful winds that sweep through the valley every afternoon
• Explore the village and acclimatize to the altitude
• Overnight: Om's Home Hotel, Jomsom

Muktinath, at 3,710 metres, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for both Hindus and Buddhists. The name itself means "the place of liberation" (moksha). The temple complex is extraordinary — 108 sacred water taps (Muktidhara) shaped like cow heads pour ice-cold water, and an eternal flame (Jwala Mai) burns from rock, earth, water, and gas — symbolizing the union of the five elements.

• Early morning drive from Jomsom to Muktinath Temple (3,710m) — approximately 1.5–2 hours through dramatic mountain scenery
• The route ascends through the Kali Gandaki Valley, the world's deepest gorge
• Experience the powerful darshan and the sacred 108 water taps (Muktidhara) — bathing in the freezing water is considered the ultimate act of purification
• Witness the eternal flame (Jwala Mai) — a natural flame that has been burning for centuries, symbolizing the divine presence
• Also visit the Buddhist monastery within the complex
• After darshan, return to Jomsom
• Overnight: Om's Home Hotel, Jomsom

• Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas — the first rays of light catching the peaks of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri
• After breakfast, transfer to Jomsom Airport for your flight back to Pokhara
• Enjoy the return flight through the mountain corridor
• On arrival, check into your hotel
• Rest of the day at leisure at Lakeside — Pokhara's famous stretch along Phewa Lake, with shops, cafés, and stunning Annapurna views
• Overnight: Aabas Pokhara

Pokhara holds profound spiritual energy. The Bindabasini Temple, one of the oldest in Pokhara, sits atop a small hill offering panoramic views of the city and the Himalayan range. Phewa Lake reflects the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre peaks, creating a mirror of serenity.

• After breakfast, embark on a half-day sightseeing tour of Pokhara
• Bindabasini Temple — one of the oldest temples in Pokhara, dedicated to Goddess Durga, perched on a hilltop with panoramic views
• Boating at Phewa Lake — a peaceful experience with magnificent reflections of the Annapurna range. Visit the island temple of Tal Barahi
• Davis Falls (Patale Chhango) — a unique underground waterfall plunging into a deep gorge
• Afternoon at leisure for shopping, exploring, or relaxing by the lake
• Overnight: Aabas Pokhara

• After breakfast, transfer to Pokhara Airport for your short flight back to Kathmandu (approximately 25 minutes)
• On arrival, check into your hotel
• Rest of the day at leisure — explore Thamel (Kathmandu's popular tourist district) or visit Swayambhunath Stupa for sunset prayers
• Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Kathmandu

Janakpur, the ancient capital of the Videha kingdom, is revered as the birthplace of Goddess Sita (Janaki). It was here that Sita married Lord Ram. The magnificent Janaki Temple, built in the style of a Mughal-Rajput palace, is one of the most beautiful pilgrimage sites in the Hindu world.

• After breakfast, transfer to Kathmandu Airport for your flight to Janakpur
• Visit the grand Janaki Temple (Janaki Mandir) — a stunning white marble temple built in a unique blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles
• Also visit Ram Swayambhar Mandir and Vivah Mandap — the exact location where Lord Ram and Sita were married
• Experience the unique culture of the Mithila region, famous for Madhubani paintings and Maithili traditions
• Overnight: Mithila Yatri Niwas, Janakpur

• After breakfast, visit any remaining sites in Janakpur — perhaps the Ganga Sagar sacred pond or local Mithila art galleries
• Transfer to Janakpur Airport for your flight back to Kathmandu
• Rest of the day at leisure for final explorations or shopping
• Visit Pashupatinath for an evening aarti — the temple lit up with oil lamps and the sound of mantras echoing across the Bagmati River is profoundly moving
• Explore the streets of Thamel for pashmina shawls, singing bowls, thangka paintings, and Himalayan tea
• Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Kathmandu

• Early morning visit to Pashupatinath Temple for an optional final darshan
• The morning aarti at Pashupatinath is a serene experience, with the temple bathed in dawn light while priests chant Vedic mantras
• Return to the hotel for breakfast and check-out
• In-time transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport to connect your flight home
• Yatra concludes. Carry with you the blessings of Pashupatinath, the sacred waters of Muktinath's 108 taps, the grace of Janaki Mai, the serenity of Phewa Lake, and the timeless spiritual energy of Nepal.