Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Muktinath Extension Programe
SALIGRAMI, renown as Muktinath, a sacred place for both Hindus and Buddhists, is situated at an altitude of 3,710 meters on the lap of Himalaya. Hindus call it Mukthi Kshetra (The Salvation Valley) while Buddhist called it the Valley of Chumming Gyatsa and believes that Guru Rimpoche (Padmasambhara), the founder of Tibetan Buddhism meditated here on his way to Kailash Manasarovar Yatra (Tibet). Hindu believes that Lord Vishnu meditated here for the salvation from the Saligram (A kind of black stone – found in Kali Gandaki River of this region). As Vedic Perception; Lord Vishnu was cursed by Brinda (Sati, wife of Jalandhar) to be the stone. Since the Saligram is considered as Lord Vishnu and Worshiped by Hindu and Buddhist. Muktinath temple is built in Pagoda architecture. The main deity of the temple is Lord Vishnu and Jwala Mai (Goddess). 108 holy water taps been purifying this land continuously since the Vedic period. Devotees take bath at those 108 freshwater taps before performing puja in this temple. The main starting point of Muktinath is Pokhara. There are different ways to visit Muktinath from Pokhara, and the easiest way is flying from Pokhara to Jomsom and drives up to Muktinath and back to Jomsom by Jeep and fly back to Pokhara by schedule flight.
Arrival at Kathmandu from Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
Drive to Kathmandu Domestic airport and fly about 25 min to Pokhara. Arrival receives and transfer to hotel for check in. After short rest in hotel visit Vindhyavasini Temple, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, and an hour boat ride on Phewa Lake with a short visit to Tal-Barahi Temple.
After an early breakfast, take a short yet scenic flight from Pokhara to Jomsom offering breathtaking views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Upon arrival, continue the journey with a jeep drive to Muktinath (3,710 m), one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for both Hindus and Buddhists. At the temple, take part in holy rituals and a purifying bath under the 108 water spouts believed to wash away sins. Spend some quiet moments at the Jwala Mai Temple (eternal flame) and around the peaceful surroundings of this high-mountain shrine. After completing the visit and puja, drive back to Jomsom for dinner and an overnight stay.
Early morning fly back to Pokhara. Arrival receives and Transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day is free for your adventure activities in Pokhara.
Transfer to Pokhara Domestic Airport and Fly 25 min to Kathmandu. Arrival receives and transfer to the hotel. The day is free for personal activities and shopping.
After breakfast, our representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.
• Airport/ Hotel/Airport pick up and drop service.
• 03 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu at 2 to 3 star deluxe hotel on CP basis.
• Kathmandu valley guided sightseeing .
• Kathmandu-Pokhara | Jomsom-Muktinath Road Journey.
• 2 night accommodation at Pokhara in deluxe hotel on CP basis.
• Pokhara – Jomsom – Pokhara airfare
• Pokhara guided sightseeing and an hour boating on Phewa Lake.
• 1 night accommodation at Jomsom in deluxe hotel on CP basis.
• All related taxes and service charges.
• All the entrance fees of Monuments and Sightseeing places
• Lunch & Dinner at Kathmandu , Pokhara and Jomsom
• Any personal nature cost, beverages
• Hot and Mineral water
• Tips for Guide and Porter
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