Private Transfer (Car or Scorpio)10 Days

Muktinath Tour from Kakarvitta

Kakarvitta → Ilam → Kathmandu → Pokhara → Muktinath → Chitwan

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Duration

10 Days

Difficulty

Moderate

Best For

Pilgrims & Families

Transport

Private Transfer (Car or Scorpio)

Overview

Muktinath Tour from Kakarvitta

A 10-day Nepal pilgrimage entering from the eastern border at Kakarvitta. Visit the Ilam tea gardens, Kathmandu for Pashupatinath Maha Aarti, Pokhara, Muktinath darshan at 3,710 meters, and Chitwan jungle safari before returning. All inclusive — travel insurance, meals, accommodation, transport, permits, and Hindi-speaking guide included in one price.

Why This Tour

All inclusive — no hidden costs, insurance included
Enter Nepal from Kakarvitta (eastern border) — closest to Siliguri, Darjeeling & NE India
Ilam tea gardens — Nepal's most scenic hill station
Pashupatinath Maha Aarti and Kathmandu temple circuit
Sacred darshan at Muktinath Temple — one of the 108 Divya Desam
Scenic drive through the Kali Gandaki gorge — the world's deepest
Pokhara sightseeing — Fewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple, Davis Falls
Chitwan jungle safari — elephant/jeep safari, canoe ride, Tharu cultural show
Hindi-speaking guide and complete border assistance
Travel insurance within Nepal included

Day by Day

Detailed Itinerary

Our team meets you at the Kakarvitta/Kakarbhitta border (Jhapa district). We handle all immigration formalities, currency exchange, and permit paperwork. Drive to Ilam through tea garden country. Check into hotel and rest.

Border pickup and immigration assistance
Scenic drive to Ilam through tea gardens
Hotel check-in and evening tea garden walk

Early morning departure from Ilam for the long drive across Nepal to Kathmandu (10–12 hours). Travel through the middle hills of eastern Nepal, passing through Dhankuta, Sindhuli, and Dhulikhel. Arrive Kathmandu by evening. Check into hotel and rest.

Cross-country drive through eastern Nepal
Scenic hill and valley views
Arrive Kathmandu by evening

Full day sightseeing in Kathmandu. Visit Pashupatinath Temple for the evening Maha Aarti. Explore Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan Durbar Square.

Pashupatinath Maha Aarti
Boudhanath Stupa
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Patan Durbar Square

Morning departure for Pokhara via the Prithvi Highway (6–7 hours). Drive along the Trishuli river gorge. Arrive Pokhara by afternoon. Check into lakeside hotel.

Drive via Prithvi Highway
Trishuli river gorge
Lakeside hotel check-in

Full day sightseeing in Pokhara. Fewa Lake boating with visit to Tal Barahi Temple, Davis Falls, and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave. Evening free at Lakeside.

Fewa Lake boating and Tal Barahi Temple
Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave
Annapurna and Fishtail mountain views

Early morning departure from Pokhara. Drive along the Kali Gandaki river through Beni and Galeshwor, past the natural hot springs at Tatopani, through Ghasa and Marpha (Nepal's apple capital) to Jomsom (8–9 hours). Overnight stay in Jomsom.

Scenic drive along Kali Gandaki river
Tatopani hot springs and Marpha village
Dramatic Kali Gandaki gorge scenery

Early morning Scorpio ride from Jomsom to Muktinath (3,710m). Darshan at Muktinath Temple — bathe at the 108 waterspouts (Muktidhara), visit Jwala Mai, and complete puja at the Vishnu shrine. After darshan and lunch, return to Jomsom and drive back to Pokhara.

Darshan at Muktinath Temple
108 waterspouts and Jwala Mai
Return drive to Pokhara

Morning departure for Sauraha/Chitwan National Park (5–6 hours). Arrive at jungle lodge by afternoon. Evening free to explore Sauraha village.

Drive through hills to Terai plains
Arrive at jungle lodge
Evening at Rapti riverbank

Full day of Chitwan jungle activities. Jeep safari into the national park. Canoe ride on the Rapti river. Visit the elephant breeding center. Evening Tharu cultural dance show.

Jeep/elephant safari in Chitwan National Park
Canoe ride on Rapti river
Elephant breeding center
Tharu cultural dance show

Morning departure for the return drive to Kakarvitta eastern border (8–9 hours). Travel through the East-West Highway across the Terai plains. Arrive at Kakarvitta by evening. Our team assists with border crossing formalities. Farewell and safe journey home.

Return drive to Kakarvitta
Border crossing assistance
Farewell

What's Covered

Inclusions & Exclusions

Please share your ID (Passport/Voter ID) and a passport-size photo at least 10 days before departure — required for permits and insurance processing.

Included

Private transfer (car or Scorpio) throughout Nepal
9 nights hotel accommodation (twin sharing)
All meals — pure vegetarian
Travel insurance within Nepal
Hindi-speaking pilgrimage guide
Puja samagri (worship items) at Muktinath
All permits, entry fees, and government taxes
Kathmandu, Pokhara, and Chitwan sightseeing with transport
Chitwan jungle safari activities
Border pickup and drop at Kakarvitta with immigration assistance

Not Included

Travel to/from Kakarvitta border (India side)
Nepal visa fee
Personal expenses and tips
Extra meals or snacks beyond the meal plan
Pony/horse ride at Muktinath (available locally)
Camera/video fees at monuments
Emergency evacuation (if required)
Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Experience

What to Expect

Ilam Tea Gardens

Begin your journey in Nepal's most beautiful hill station. Walk through rolling green tea estates at 1,200 meters, taste fresh Nepali tea, and enjoy panoramic views of the eastern Himalayas. A serene start to your grand pilgrimage.

Pashupatinath & Muktinath Darshan

Experience both of Nepal's most sacred Hindu shrines. Witness the powerful Maha Aarti at Pashupatinath and receive darshan at Muktinath Temple — one of the 108 Divya Desam — with the 108 waterspouts and Jwala Mai eternal flame.

Chitwan Jungle Safari

Explore Chitwan National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spot one-horned rhinos, gharial crocodiles, and exotic birds on jeep safari and canoe rides. Experience the unique Tharu tribal culture with an evening dance performance.

Insurance & Safety

Travel insurance within Nepal is included. Your guide carries a first-aid kit and portable oxygen kit for altitude. Diamox (altitude sickness medicine) is available at Pokhara pharmacies — consult your doctor before the trip.

The Kali Gandaki Drive

Drive through Nepal's most dramatic river valley — the world's deepest gorge — with views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Nilgiri. The landscape shifts from tropical plains to high-altitude desert over 2 days.

Food & Comfort

Pure vegetarian meals at every stop — no onion/no garlic (sattvic) options available on request. Comfortable hotels throughout with clean rooms, hot water, and warm blankets at altitude. All inclusive, no hidden costs.

Planning

Best Time to Visit

Autumn

Sep – Nov

Recommended

Best weather across all destinations. Clear mountain views, reliable road conditions, pleasant temperatures. Peak pilgrimage season.

Spring

Mar – May

Recommended

Warm weather, excellent visibility, blooming rhododendrons in Ilam and along the Kali Gandaki route. Great for Chitwan wildlife spotting.

Winter

Dec – Feb

Not Ideal

Cold at Muktinath (below 0°C) but pleasant in Chitwan and Ilam. Roads may have ice patches at altitude. Extra warm clothing needed.

Monsoon

Jun – Aug

Not Ideal

Heavy rain, landslides and road closures common. Chitwan prone to flooding. Strongly not recommended.

Getting There

How to Reach

Reach Kakarvitta Border

Varies

Travel by train/bus to Siliguri (NJP/Bagdogra), then onward to Kakarvitta border (1–2 hrs). Also accessible from Darjeeling, Gangtok, and NE India cities. Our team meets you at the border.

Border Crossing

30 min

We handle all immigration, permits, insurance paperwork, and currency exchange at Kakarvitta/Kakarbhitta border. Zero hassle.

Drive to Ilam

4–5 hrs

Scenic drive from the border to Ilam through lush tea gardens and rolling hills of eastern Nepal.

Cross-Country to Kathmandu

10–12 hrs

Long scenic drive from Ilam across eastern Nepal to the capital city Kathmandu.

Drive to Pokhara

6–7 hrs

Travel via the Prithvi Highway along the Trishuli river gorge to Pokhara.

Drive to Muktinath

8–9 hrs + 2 hrs

Drive via Beni, Tatopani, and Jomsom through the Kali Gandaki gorge, then Scorpio up to Muktinath Temple at 3,710m.

Gallery

Tour Photos

FAQ

Common Questions

Kakarvitta (Kakarbhitta) is Nepal's eastern border town in Jhapa district. It's directly across from Panitanki on the Indian side. The nearest major Indian city is Siliguri/NJP (about 1–2 hours by road). It's also accessible from Darjeeling, Gangtok, Kolkata, and other NE India cities.

This 10-day tour covers significantly more — Ilam tea gardens, Chitwan jungle safari (jeep/elephant safari, canoe ride, cultural show), and a longer cross-country route. It's 3 days longer with more activities, more hotel nights, and more transport included.

The tour involves long drives (10–12 hours on Day 2) which can be tiring. It's best suited for moderately fit travellers. For elderly pilgrims, we recommend the Sonauli or helicopter tours instead. However, we can customize rest stops and break the journey if needed.

Yes, travel insurance within Nepal is included in the tour price. You'll need to provide your ID and passport-size photo at least 10 days before departure for insurance processing.

You need a valid Indian passport or Voter ID for the Nepal border crossing, plus a passport-size photo. Please share your ID and photo at least 10 days before the tour for permits and insurance processing.

Minimum 4 persons are required for this tour. Group discounts are available for larger groups. Contact us for custom pricing.

Indian currency notes of ₹100 and below are accepted in Nepal. However, ₹500 and ₹2,000 notes are NOT accepted. Exchange larger notes at the border or carry smaller denominations. Our team assists with currency exchange on arrival.

Yes, all meals are 100% pure vegetarian. No onion/no garlic (sattvic) meal options are available on request — please inform us at the time of booking.