Nepal
Altitude
3500 m
Distance
700 KM
Hotel star
3
Weather
Cold
Duration
6
Grade
Moderate
Start Point
Gorakhpur
End Point
Gorakhpur
Activity
Special Muktinath
Transportation
Scorpio JeepIdeal For Travelers With Limited Time Or Mobility Concerns, This Helicopter Tour Offers A Quick And Comfortable Pilgrimage To Muktinath Temple At 3,710m. Choose A Same-day Round Trip From Kathmandu Or A More Economical 4-day Package Based In Pokhara, Both Providing Breathtaking Aerial Views Of The Annapurna And Dhaulagiri Ranges. The Tour Includes Sacred Rituals At Muktinath, Convenient Transfers, And Sightseeing In Pokhara And Kathmandu (for The 4-day Option). This Air Journey Saves 3-4 Days Compared To Road Travel And Avoids Challenging High-altitude Roads. Best Traveled During March-April And September-November For Clear Skies And Optimal Visibility. Advance Booking Is Required, And Warm Clothing Is Recommended Due To Cold Temperatures At Altitude.
Know more about the countryThis specially designed package caters to Indian nationals seeking the sacred Muktinath pilgrimage via the convenient Gorakhpur/Raxaul border crossing. With seamless transfers from Gorakhpur (accessible by flight, train, or road from any Indian city), we handle all border formalities and provide comfortable Scorpio jeeps for your spiritual journey through Pokhara, Jomsom, and Lumbini.
Morning: Arrival in Gorakhpur (by flight/train/road)
Border Crossing: Assisted transfer to Sunauli (3 hours) with formalities assistance
Afternoon: Scenic drive to Pokhara (7 hours) through Nepalese countryside
Evening: Check-in at lakeside hotel with mountain views
Full-day drive: Through Kali Gandaki valley (world's deepest gorge)
Key Stops:
- Baglung Kalika Temple (Hindu shrine)
- Beni hot springs (natural sulfur baths)
- Marpha village (apple orchards & local brandy)
Altitude: Overnight at 2,720m in Jomsom
Early Morning: Drive to Muktinath (1.5 hours, 3,710m)
Sacred Activities:
- Bath in 108 Muktidhara waterspouts
- Darshan of Jwala Mai eternal flame
- Pitri Pooja at Kagbeni (ancestral rituals)
- Dhumba Lake visit (turquoise sacred lake)
Evening: Return to Jomsom
Full-day return: Drive through Kali Gandaki Valley.
Evening: Lakeside walk and Taal Barahi aarati ceremony
Sunrise: Sarankot viewpoint (weather permitting)
Spiritual Sites:
- Bindhyabasini Temple (important Hindu shrine)
- Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave (sacred cave complex)
- World Peace Pagoda (panoramic views)
Evening: Leisure time at Lakeside
Morning: Drive to Lumbini (4-5 hours)
Afternoon:
- Mayadevi Temple (Buddha's birthplace)
- International monasteries circuit
Evening: Meditation at sacred garden
Morning: Complete Lumbini sightseeing
Afternoon: Transfer to Sunauli border (1 hour)
Border Crossing: Assisted formalities
Evening: Drop at Gorakhpur station/airport
Excludes: lunch/dinner, travel insurance, personal expenses, emergency costs, and India-Nepal visa fees.
Begin your spiritual journey from Gorakhpur:
Nepal Contact: +977 9851197286 (WhatsApp/Phone)
Email: dukenepaladventure@gmail.com
Website: www.dukenepaladventure.com
Payment Options: UPI, Bank Transfer, Cash (INR/NPR)
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour begins in Gorakhpur and ends either in Gorakhpur or at the India-Nepal border, depending on your preference. Transfers to and from the Sunauli border are included.
Do I need a passport to cross into Nepal?
Indian citizens can travel to Nepal with either a valid passport or a voter ID card. It's also recommended to carry a few passport-sized photos for documentation.
What is the best time to travel for this tour?
The ideal months are from March to June and September to November, when the weather is pleasant, and road conditions are favorable.
Can elderly people join this tour?
Absolutely. This package is suitable for pilgrims of all ages. For those who find the walk to the temple difficult, horse rides are available near Muktinath.
Are rituals and poojas included in the package?
Yes, special arrangements for temple rituals, including Pitri Pooja at Kagbeni and darshan at Muktinath, are included.
Do Indian SIM cards work in Nepal?
Yes, Indian SIM cards work with international roaming enabled. Alternatively, local Nepali SIMs are available at the border or in Pokhara.
What documents are required at the border?
You’ll need a voter ID or passport, along with passport-sized photos. Our team will assist with all immigration and currency exchange formalities.
