What is Muktinath & Why Visit Via Drive Tour The destination of this tour is Muktinath Temple — a sacred shrine in the Mustang district of Nepal at about 3,710 meters above sea level, at the foot of the Thorong La Pass. Muktinath holds special religious significance for both Hindus and Buddhists. For Hindus, it is revered as “Mukti Kshetra” — the “place of salvation.” The temple is considered the 105ᵗʰ of the 108 Divya Desams, ancient holy shrines in Vaishnavism. The central shrine features a golden idol (murti), and the temple courtyard has 108 bull-face stone spouts through which freezing sacred water flows—representing waters from all 108 Divya Desams — and devotees often take ritual baths under these spouts. Visiting Muktinath is thus both a spiritual pilgrimage and a Himalayan adventure combining religious reverence, ancient tradition, and natural beauty. The “Muktinath Drive Tour” Package —
What’s Included Tour Facts Duration: 7 days. Mode: Overland (jeep) from start to finish. Altitude: Up to approximately 3,800 meters. Starting / Ending Point: Kathmandu. Price & Booking Details The “group joining” fare for this 2026 package starts from NR 46,500 minimum of 4 person.
What Makes Muktinath Drive Tour Special
It combines spiritual pilgrimage (to a temple sacred to Hindus and Buddhists) with scenic Himalayan adventure: mountain vistas, Himalayan valleys, rivers, waterfalls, and rugged roads.
The route covers iconic Nepal travel destinations — Kathmandu, Pokhara, Jomsom — giving a varied experience: urban & cultural (Kathmandu), natural and serene (Pokhara), remote & spiritual (Muktinath). The itinerary is well-structured yet somewhat flexible, offering the option to extend stays or customize as per your interests (e.g. add more sightseeing). It is relatively accessible: no heavy trekking required — the path to Muktinath from the jeep drop is a 30–40 minute uphill walk, with pony/doli for those who prefer not to walk.
The cost excludes many extras: meals (other than breakfasts), pony/doli charges, insurance, and any unexpected expenses (weather, landslides, evacuation, etc.) — so you should budget for those. If going alone (single occupancy), there’s an additional charge (single supplement). For temple darshan: from the jeep-drop, there is a required uphill walk (30-40 min). If you have mobility concerns, you may need a pony/doli, which isn’t included in the package cost.
Muktinath Drive Tour is the best trip for those who seek a spiritual and religious pilgrimage to a sacred Himalayan temple. Want to experience Nepal’s mountains, Himalayan valleys, cultural towns, and scenic drives — without heavy trekking. Prefer a guided, relatively comfortable overland tour covering multiple destinations (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Jomsom, Muktinath). Are flexible about modest accommodations (especially in remote areas), and don’t mind basic comforts for the sake of adventure and spiritual fulfilment.
Muktinath Drive Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu, hotel transfer, short rest, and evening visit to Pashupatinath Temple (and Guheshwori Shakti Peetha). Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (~206 km, about 8–9 hours by jeep). Enjoy scenic hills, villages, and rivers along the way. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 3: Early departure from Pokhara to Muktinath via Beni, Ghasa, Jomsom, etc. (about 195 km, 8–9 hours drive; roads may be rough/bumpy). En route at Kagbeni (where two holy rivers meet), then continue to Muktinath. From the jeep drop, a 30–40-minute uphill hike (pony/doli available if needed). Visit Muktinath Temple and other nearby shrines (e.g., Samba Gompa, Mukteshwor Mahadev Temple, etc.), take a holy bath under the 108 water spouts and in the two sacred ponds (Mukti Kundas). Later return to Jomsom for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Drive back from Jomsom to Pokhara (~7–8 hours). On the way, visit places like Rupse Waterfall, natural hot springs, local temples, a Shaligram museum, and a long suspension bridge at Kushma. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 5: Local sightseeing around Pokhara: visits may include Fewa Lake, a pagoda (Peace Pagoda), caves, temples, and rivers—enjoy the natural beauty of Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 6: Drive from Pokhara back to Kathmandu (~8–9 hours). On the way, visit Manakamana Temple (via cable car), then proceed to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 7: Check out from the hotel, transfer to the airport for onward flight. The trip ends. The package also mentions flexibility: you can request extensions (e.g., add extra sightseeing or UNESCO heritage sites in Kathmandu) in needed.
Important Notes: Roads: Especially after Beni and closer to Rupse — can be bumpy and rugged, since much of the route involves rough terrain. The accommodation in Jomsom is basic (local tea-house style lodges, no A/C or TV; limited hot water).
Trekking Trail Nepal also offers this same program from the Border of Raxaul and Sunauali for Indian pligrimated travellers.
What’s Included
- Package includes airport pickup and drop (on arrival and departure).
- Accommodation (on twin/triple-sharing basis) in Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Jomsom.
- Kathmandu and Pokhara stay in 3-star hotels.
- In Jomsom, stay is in basic local tea-house lodges (no A/C, no TV, limited hot shower).
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- Guided sightseeing tours in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Jeep transport from Kathmandu – Pokhara – Jomsom – Muktinath and return.
- Permit for the Muktinath pilgrimage (Darshan permit).
What’s Not Included
- Meals and drinks other than breakfast.
- Personal insurance.
- Charges for pony / doli (if you need assistance walking from the jeep-drop to the temple).
- Any expenses arising from unforeseen situations — medical evacuation, landslides, political unrest, heavy snowfall, etc.
- Any other expenses not explicitly listed under “Cost Includes.”