4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Overview

Muktinath is the goal of countless Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims – a temple of liberation set at 3,710 m beneath the snowy Thorong La in the rain-shadow desert of Mustang. The 4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour from Kathmandu (3 nights / 4 days) takes you there and back by road via Pokhara, following the Kali Gandaki through the deepest gorge on earth, between the 8,000 m giants of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna I. Accommodation and all meals are included, and you can travel by private jeep (standard) or tourist bus plus jeep (budget).

Day one runs from Kathmandu along the Trishuli River to Pokhara, with an optional cable-car ride up to the wish-fulfilling Manakamana Temple. Next day the road heads west via the Kushma suspension bridge and Beni into the Kali Gandaki valley, past the hot springs of Tatopani, the roaring Rupse Falls, the Thakali villages of Lete and Marpha – famous for apples and apple brandy – and the district centre of Jomsom, to the medieval fortress village of Kagbeni at the gateway to Upper Mustang.

Early on day three you drive up to Muktinath for darshan, prayers and the holy bath under the 108 water spouts, and visit the eternal flame of Jwala Mai. On the way back you can stop at sacred Dhumba Lake, Marpha village and the windswept “Jerry Galli” before returning to Pokhara, and on day four you drive home to Kathmandu.

Why choose this tour?

Complete Muktinath pilgrimage from Kathmandu without flights.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included every day.
Spectacular Kali Gandaki gorge, Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri views and Thakali villages.
Budget and standard options to suit families and groups.

Who is it for?

Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims, families, groups of friends and Indian travellers. Minimum four people. The sightseeing is easy, but Muktinath is at high altitude and the mountain road days are long (8–9 hours). Best from March to June and September to November.

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Trip Facts

Tour Code: PTT-NP-NPKG-06
Duration: 4 Days
Program Type: Sight Seeing
Maximum Altitude: 3710m
Minimum Pax: 4
Mode of Travel: Drive/Hike
Start Trip: Kathmandu
End Trip: Kathmandu
Program Grading: Easy

Trip at a Glance

Day 01: Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (about 200 km, 6–7 hours) with optional Manakamana
Day 02: Drive Pokhara – Kushma – Beni – Tatopani – Jomsom – Kagbeni (about 175 km, 8–9 hours)
Day 03: Muktinath Temple darshan and holy bath – Dhumba Lake – drive back to Pokhara (about 9 hours)
Day 04: Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu (about 200 km, 6–7 hours)

Trip Highlights

Darshan and holy bath under the 108 water spouts at Muktinath Temple (3,710 m)
The eternal flame of Jwala Mai, sacred to Hindus and Buddhists
Drive through the Kali Gandaki gorge between Dhaulagiri and Annapurna
Kushma Bridge, Tatopani, Rupse Falls and the apple village of Marpha
Night in medieval Kagbeni, gateway to Upper Mustang
Optional Manakamana cable car and Dhumba Lake

Itinerary in Details

Day 01Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (about 200 km, 6–7 hours) with optional Manakamana
Drive: about 200 km / 6–7 hours | Altitude: 822 m | Overnight: Pokhara (lunch and dinner included)

Leave Kathmandu early and follow the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli River via Mugling, Dumre and Damauli. With the standard (private jeep) package you can stop at Kurintar and ride the cable car up to Manakamana Temple, the shrine of the wish-fulfilling goddess. Arrive in Pokhara in the evening and relax by Phewa Lake.
- Local meal: lake fish or a Thakali set.
- OvernightPokhara
- CountryNepal
- Travel ModeDrive: 200 km / 6 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedManakamana Temple, Lakeside (Baidam)
- MealsLunch, Dinner
Day 02Drive Pokhara – Kushma – Beni – Tatopani – Jomsom – Kagbeni (about 175 km, 8–9 hours)
Drive: about 175 km / 8–9 hours by jeep | Altitude: 2,810 m | Overnight: Kagbeni (or Muktinath/Jomsom), full board

Drive west past the Kushma suspension bridge and Beni, then up the Kali Gandaki, the deepest gorge in the world, with Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) on one side and Annapurna I (8,091 m) on the other. Pass the hot springs of Tatopani, the cascades of Rupse Falls, the pine forests of Lete and the whitewashed Thakali village of Marpha to Jomsom, the windswept headquarters of Mustang. Continue to Kagbeni, a maze of mud-brick houses and a red monastery at the junction of the Kali Gandaki and the trail to Upper Mustang.
- Local meal: a Thakali dinner of buckwheat bread, dal and local greens.
- OvernightKagbeni
- CountryNepal
- Highest PointKagbeni
- Altitude2,804m / 9,199ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 175 km / 8 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedKushma Bridge, Beni, Tatopani, Rupse Falls, Marpha Village, Jomsom, Kagbeni
- MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03Muktinath Temple darshan and holy bath – Dhumba Lake – drive back to Pokhara (about 9 hours)
Drive: about 9 hours in total | Highest point: Muktinath 3,710 m | Overnight: Pokhara (full board)

Drive up early to Ranipauwa and walk the last few minutes to the temple. Muktinath Temple (3,710 m) is one of the most sacred places in Nepal for both Hindus and Buddhists. Hindus worship Lord Vishnu here as Muktinath, the "Lord of Liberation", and it is one of the 108 Divya Desam shrines of Vaishnavism; for Buddhists it is Chumig Gyatsa, the "Hundred Waters", where Guru Rinpoche meditated. Pilgrims bathe under the 108 bull-headed water spouts and in the two sacred kunds in front of the pagoda temple, then visit the Jwala Mai temple, where a natural gas flame burns above flowing water – earth, fire and water together. After darshan, begin the return journey. If time permits, stop at Dhumba Lake near Jomsom, the orchards of Marpha and the windy stretch known as "Jerry Galli", then descend the gorge to Pokhara.
- Insider tip: the water from the spouts is icy – bring a change of clothes and a towel.
- Local meal: Marpha apple pie and apple juice.
- OvernightPokhara
- CountryNepal
- Highest PointMuktinath Temple
- Altitude3,762m / 12,343ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 12 km / 45 min · Drive: 185 km / 8 hr / 30 min
- Places VisitedMuktinath Temple, Dhumba Lake, Marpha Village
- MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu (about 200 km, 6–7 hours)
Drive: about 200 km / 6–7 hours | End of tour in Kathmandu

Early morning drive back to Kathmandu along the river valleys, with a lunch stop on the way. Pokhara sightseeing can be added on request.
- CountryNepal
- Travel ModeDrive: 200 km / 6 hr / 30 min
- MealsBreakfast, Lunch

Altitude Chart of 4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Total Driving Time: 17h 45m Total Travel Distance: 372 km

Driving distance & time shown here are approximate — for city tours the exact distance/duration can vary and isn't always measurable.

Highest point: 12,343 ft / 3,762 m — Day 03 · Muktinath Temple darshan and holy bath – Dhumba Lake – drive back to Pokhara (about 9 hours)

Services Included

Transportation ( Jeep for standard package and Tourist bus +Jeep for budget package)
Accommodation in Tourist standard hotel
Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner

Services Excluded

Entry fee in Tatopani/Kushma Bridge
Bottled drinks(Mineral Water/cold drinks)
Personal expenses, tips, laundry etc
Travel/medical insurance
Extra expenses due to any natural calamities/strikes etc

Trip Notes

Notes for this tour

Pace and grade: Easy sightseeing, but Muktinath lies at 3,710 m. Walk slowly at the temple, drink plenty of water and tell your guide if you feel headache or dizziness. People with heart or breathing problems should consult a doctor before travelling.
Road travel: The Pokhara–Jomsom–Muktinath road is a mountain road, partly unpaved, and can be bumpy and dusty; drives take 8–9 hours. Landslides are possible in the monsoon (June–September). Hill roads are winding and travel times can vary with traffic, road works and weather – we stop regularly for tea, toilets and photographs. Please tell us if you suffer from motion sickness.
Early starts: Muktinath darshan is early in the morning, before the strong afternoon winds of the Kali Gandaki valley.
Temple etiquette and bath: bring a towel, a change of clothes and slippers for the bath under the 108 spouts; leather items should be left outside the temple.
Not included: entry fees at Tatopani hot springs and Kushma Bridge.
Flexibility: the order of sightseeing may be changed to suit festivals, temple closing times, flight schedules or road conditions, without missing any included visits.

Check out time at 12.00 noon and check in time at 14.00 hours
All reservation should be made in advance
If Group, rooming list should reach in advance
We can arrange Pokhara sightseeing with additional cost if you are in standard package with private vehicle.
In standard package you can drive up to Beni on day one with private vehicle. But in budget package it is not possible.

FAQ

4 days. It starts in Kathmandu and ends there. Overnight stops: Pokhara, Kagbeni. The day-by-day itinerary above shows travel times, places visited and meals for each day.

March to November is best; Mustang lies in a rain shadow, so it is also a good monsoon destination. Winter (December–February) is very cold and the roads can be affected by snow.

The grade is easy, with a maximum altitude of about 3,710 m. Most healthy travellers manage well, but please take care at high altitude and consult your doctor if you have heart or breathing problems. Children and seniors are welcome with sensible precautions.

Yes. Pokhara is Nepal's adventure capital – tandem paragliding from Sarangkot, the zip-flyer, ultralight flights, bungee jumping, the Annapurna cable car and boating can all be added to your free time. Tell us in advance and we will reserve the best time slot.

Muktinath is at 3,710 m (Lo Manthang about 3,800 m). Most visitors manage well, but you should walk slowly, drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and tell your guide at once about headache, nausea or breathlessness. People with heart or lung conditions should consult a doctor before travelling.

Bring a towel, a change of clothes, slippers and a plastic bag for wet clothes. The water from the 108 spouts is ice-cold, so many pilgrims bathe quickly in the late morning sun.

Transportation ( Jeep for standard package and Tourist bus +Jeep for budget package); Accommodation in Tourist standard hotel; Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Entry fee in Tatopani/Kushma Bridge; Bottled drinks(Mineral Water/cold drinks); Personal expenses, tips, laundry etc; Travel/medical insurance; Extra expenses due to any natural calamities/strikes etc.

This package includes 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners, as marked on each day of the itinerary. Other meals are at your own cost; your guide will recommend good local restaurants, and vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs can be catered for.

Yes. We run this tour privately for your group on the dates you choose, and we can tailor it – add extra nights, change or upgrade hotels, add activities, flights or a guide in your language (Russian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese or Hindi on request). Just send us your wishes.

A deposit of 20–30% of the total tour cost is required to confirm your booking. The remaining balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Your booking is confirmed once the deposit and the completed booking details are received and we send you a written confirmation. You can enquire through this page, email pigeontravel@gmail.com or contact us on WhatsApp, and we will confirm availability and send a booking confirmation.

If cancel 72 hour before , 100 % will be refund. If cancel 48 hour before, 75 % will be refund. If cancel 24 hour before, 50 % will be refund. If cancel in less than 24 hour before, no refund. Please see the Cancellation Policy section for full details.

We welcome families, and children are very welcome on our Nepal tours. Under 5 years: free of charge when sharing their parents' room and bed (no extra bed). 5 to 12 years: discounted child rate – please ask us for the exact price for your dates and hotel. Above 12 years: charged the full adult rate. An extra bed or a separate room for children is charged as per the hotel's policy; domestic flights are charged at the airline's child fare.

Cancellation Policy

If cancel 72 hour before , 100 % will be refund
If cancel 48 hour before, 75 % will be refund
If cancel 24 hour before, 50 % will be refund
If cancel in less than 24 hour before, no refund

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Book online with the Book Now button when it is active, or send us the enquiry form / email with your dates, number of travellers and hotel preference.
A deposit of 20–30% of the total tour cost is required to confirm your booking.
The remaining balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Domestic flight tickets, permits and other non-refundable items included in the package are paid at the time of confirmation.
Please send a copy of your passport and your arrival/departure flight details so that we can arrange pick-up, hotels and tickets.
Your booking is confirmed once the deposit and the completed booking details are received and we send you a written confirmation.

Child Policy

We welcome families, and children are very welcome on our Nepal tours.

Under 5 years: free of charge when sharing their parents' room and bed (no extra bed).
5 to 12 years: discounted child rate – please ask us for the exact price for your dates and hotel.
Above 12 years: charged the full adult rate.
An extra bed or a separate room for children is charged as per the hotel's policy; domestic flights are charged at the airline's child fare.
Children under 10 years receive a free (gratis) Nepal tourist visa on arrival.

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4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Booking Policy

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4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

1. How long is the 4 Days Muktinath Overland Tour From Kathmandu and where does it start and end?

2. When is the best time to do this tour?

3. How difficult is it, and is it suitable for children or seniors?

4. Can I add paragliding or other adventure activities in Pokhara?

5. Is altitude a problem at Muktinath and in Mustang?

6. What should I bring for the Muktinath holy bath?

7. What is included in the price?

8. What is not included?

9. Which meals are included?

10. Is this a private tour? Can I customise it?

11. How do I book, and what is the payment policy?

12. What is the cancellation policy?

13. Do you offer child discounts?

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