Lumbini-Pokhara-Muktinath-Chitwan Tour
A land steeped in spirituality, Ancient traditions, and Cultural and Natural beauty Nepal has many revered pilgrimage destinations. Breathtaking Snowcapped Mountains, Flora, and Fauna attract travelers and pilgrims from all over the world. Among these, Chitwan, Pokhara, Lumbini, and Muktinath stand out as symbols of faith, history, and cultural heritage. Additionally, these sites are deeply rooted in the spiritual and cultural tapestry of Nepal, offering profound experiences for visitors seeking connection with their faith and the rich heritage of the region.
The Lumbini - Pokhara – Muktinath & Chitwan trip is an exclusive tour crafted for those who would like to explore Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, and experience the natural beauty and cultural diversity of Nepal. Lumbini is a UNESCO heritage site and it is one of the holiest pilgrimages for Buddhist adherents whereas Pokhara is a naturally blessed place gifted with natural lakes and breathtaking mountain views. Muktinath trip is a pilgrimage, spiritual, Mountain experience, nature, and cultural factors into sheer consideration. It begins with a short flight to Pokhara, which offers ample opportunity to see towering Himalayan peaks. The flight to Jomsom from Pokhara is an experience of its own. The climatic conditions and landscapes of Kagbeni, Muktinath, and Jomsom are reminiscent of the Tibetan plateau. After having a darshan and performing rituals at Muktinath and Kagbeni.
The Chitwan trip will experience Nepal’s natural beauty, cultural diversity, and historical sites. Wildlife Adventure Safari in Chitwan National Park offers ample opportunity to explore endangered and rare mammals, birds, and reptiles including Bengal Tigers, Greater One-horned Rhino, Asian Elephants, Sloth Bears, Common Leopards, and Gharial Crocodiles. Monkeys, wild boars, and deer are other common mammals seen in Chitwan. Pokhara is known as a city of serenity and natural beauty. The tour begins with a flight to Bhairawa and ends in Kathmandu.
Chitwan:
Chitwan National Park is the first national park in Nepal. It is located in the southern and central Terai and covers an area of 952.63 km2. It is one of the safe refuges for Bengal Tigers, Asian Elephants, Greater One-horned Rhinos, Common Leopards, Sloth Bears, Gaur Bison, Gharial Crocodiles, and over 570 species of birds. Before the national park, it was maintained as a private hunting reserve to entertain Royal guests invited by Rana rulers. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.
Valmiki Ashram:
The history of Valmiki Ashram is said to be 1.75 million years old. Sita herself came to Valmiki Ashram to give birth to her son Luv-Kush. Then she mastered both of them in archery on the same land. During the training phase, a horse that was left in Ashvamedha Yajna came to Valmiki Ashram. Then, the horse was captivated by Luv-Kush. It is believed that Rama himself came to Ashram to free the horse after he was taken captive by Luv-Kush. Also, Sita gave her life in the same land by handing over Love Kush to Rama.
Some of the live religious sites in Valmiki Ashram include Sita’s underworld entrance, the priceless Gauri Shankar conch, the Havana Dhar historic site, Luv-Kush’s birthplace, Sita’s Silauto, Luv-Kush’s horse-tied pole, the Eighty-eight thousand sages’ tank, Sita’s fruit-eating place, Luv-Kush’s educational site, old drinking water well, and other archeological sites around the ashram. A kneeling Hanuman idol, which is seldom seen around the globe, has been installed outside the Sita shrine.
Pokhara:
Pokhara is the second most popular tourist place in Nepal after Kathmandu, based on the number of tourists visiting there. It is the gateway for several trekking destinations like Annapurna and Mustang region. Situated at an elevation of 820m from sea level, Pokhara offers great views of the high Himalayan peaks: - Annapurna (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m), and Manasalu (80163m), Mt. Fishtail(6993m), Mt. Neelgiri (7,061), Lamjung Himal. The Pokhara Valley has a unique geography and hence it is famous for its deep gorge, underground waterfalls, several lakes, and caves. The famous Fewa Lake and Barahi temple are added attractions of the Pokhara.
Lumbini:
Lumbini is not only the Birthplace of Lord Buddha but also one of the major attractions of Nepal for domestic and foreign visitors. The serenity and tranquility of Lumbini attract thousands of visitors from different parts of the globe. The sacred Garden, Ashoka Pillar, Mayadevi Temple, Nativity Marker Stone, Perpetual Eternal Flame, World Peace Pagoda, and important monasteries built by the governments of various countries are major attractions of the Lumbini. In addition to the Buddhist monasteries and monuments, the farmlands of Lumbini are an important habitat for many globally threatened birds of Nepal including Sarus Cranes.
Jomsom:
Jomsom is the administrative headquarters of Mustang District. It is inhabited by the Thakali people, one of the elite indigenous communities of Nepal. It is nestled on the bank of the holy Kaligandaki River and surrounded by high Himalayas like Dhaulagiri (8,167m), the 7th highest mountain in the world, Nilgiri, and Tilicho Peak.
Muktinath:
Muktinath is one of the holiest places (Devobhumi) for Hindu and Buddhist adherents. It is revered as a place of salvation by Hindus whereas Buddhists worship this place as one of the sacred sites sanctified by Padmasambhav who visited this place while he was on his way to Tibet in the 8th century.
Kagbeni:
Kagbeni village is situated at the confluence of two holy rivers, Kaligandaki and Krishna Gandaki. It is one of the sacred sites for Hindus to perform Shradha. The fortified village is inhabited by people belonging to Tibetan heritage.
Trip highlights:
- Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha
- Valmiki Ashram, the birthplace of Lov-Kush and the origin of Valmiki Ramayana
- Gajendra Moksha Dham and Triveni Samgam
- Guided sightseeing tour to explore the major attraction of Pokhara, the city of natural beauty serenity, and lakes
- Muktinath Darshan: A place of salvation for Hindu and Buddhist adherents.
- Breathtaking mountain views of high Himalayan peaks including Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Fishtail, and Mt. Annapurna I (8,091m)
- Wildlife adventure inside the Chitwan National Park
Visit Devghat, the Harihar Kshetra, the holy bathing ghat (rivers confluence) of Debhatas
