What sites does the Kathmandu pilgrimage tour cover?

The 6-day tour covers Pashupatinath Temple (UNESCO World Heritage, sacred to Shiva), Budhanilkantha Temple (the largest stone-carved Vishnu in Nepal), Pharping Monastery (associated with Guru Padmasambhava), Namobuddha (one of Nepal's holiest Buddhist sites), Dhulikhel hill station, and Panauti village.

Does the tour cover Hindu sites only?

No. The tour is specifically designed to cover both Hindu and Buddhist sacred sites in the Kathmandu Valley, reflecting the intertwined religious traditions of Nepal. Pharping and Namobuddha are primarily Buddhist; Pashupatinath and Budhanilkantha are Hindu.

When is the best time for the Kathmandu pilgrimage tour?

The tour runs year-round. The most spiritually significant visit to Pashupatinath is during Maha Shivaratri (February or March), when hundreds of thousands of devotees gather. October to November and March to May offer the most comfortable weather.

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Pilgrimage Tour in Kathmandu: 6 Days Through the Valley's Sacred Sites

The Kathmandu Valley holds more UNESCO World Heritage Sites per square kilometre than almost anywhere in the world, and a significant proportion of them are active pilgrimage sites rather than museum pieces. This 6-day tour moves between Hindu and Buddhist sacred sites in and around the valley: Pashupatinath Temple on the Bagmati River, where cremation ghats and Shiva worship have continued without interruption for over a thousand years; Budhanilkantha, where the largest stone-carved Vishnu in Nepal lies in a water tank at the base of Shivapuri Hills; Pharping, where Guru Padmasambhava is believed to have achieved enlightenment in a cave that remains an active retreat site; and Namobuddha, one of the most important Buddhist stupas in Nepal, approached by a forest hike from Dhulikhel.

The itinerary is structured to give each site proper time rather than rushing through all of them in a single day. Days 2 and 3 cover the Kathmandu city sites. Day 4 goes to Pharping Monastery, which sits above the valley rim and requires a half-day. Day 5 is the Dhulikhel drive and Namobuddha hike, continuing to Panauti, one of the oldest Newari towns in Nepal. Day 6 is departure. For a combined pilgrimage covering sites beyond Kathmandu, see our 11-day Hindu Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour or Muktinath Pilgrimage Tour.

Pilgrimage Tour in Kathmandu at a Glance

Duration: 6 days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu) | Tour Type: Sacred site tour — both Hindu and Buddhist | Best Season: Year-round (Maha Shivaratri for Pashupatinath) | Key Sites: Pashupatinath, Budhanilkantha, Pharping, Namobuddha, Dhulikhel

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Kathmandu Pilgrimage Tour Itinerary: Day by Day

Day 01: Arrival in Nepal [1350m].

Day 02: Visit to Pilgrimage sites; Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Budhanilkhanta.

Day 03: Sightseeing of Pharping Monastery.

Day 04: Drive to Dhulikhel and hike to Namobuddha [1750m].

Day 05: Monastery sightseeing tour - hike to Panauti village.

Day 06: Departure from Nepal.

Kathmandu Pilgrimage Tour Cost

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Cost Include(s)

All accommodation throughout the trip.
All hotels are with breakfast.
Transfers to and from international airport.
All transport whilst in Nepal between stated destinations.
Sightseeing tours with english speaking guide.
Entry fees to temples and tourist sites in Kathmandu.
All taxes and our service charge.

Cost Exclude(s)

Nepal Visa fee (You can apply online or in Kathmandu airport on your arrival).
Your International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
Beverages and alcholoholic drinks.
All personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills etc).
All other additional charges for additional services.
Tips for guide and driver(Tipping is expected ).

Trip Start Dates:

This tour start dates are flexiable. We can organize this trip on the dates requested by you.

Additional Information:

Pilgrimage Tour in Kathmandu is a well designed program. But again if you like to give any changes on it, it is possible. If you wish to discuss any aspect of this tour or your suitability for it please contact us by email. If you want to talk to us directly feel free to call us anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions - Pilgrimage Tour in Kathmandu

What sacred sites does this tour cover?
Pashupatinath Temple (UNESCO, sacred to Shiva), Budhanilkantha (largest stone-carved Vishnu in Nepal), Pharping Monastery (Guru Padmasambhava cave), Namobuddha (one of Nepal's holiest Buddhist sites), Dhulikhel, and Panauti village.

Does this tour cover Hindu sites only?
No. The tour covers both Hindu and Buddhist sacred sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Pharping and Namobuddha are primarily Buddhist; Pashupatinath and Budhanilkantha are Hindu.

When is the best time?
Year-round. Maha Shivaratri (February or March) is the most spiritually intense time at Pashupatinath. October to November and March to May offer the most comfortable weather for the Dhulikhel-Namobuddha hike.

Can this be combined with other pilgrimage sites?
Yes. See our 11-day Hindu Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour which extends to Pokhara and Muktinath, or our standalone Muktinath tour.