The Pashupatinath tour package is one of the must-visit pilgrimages that offers an opportunity to visit one of the 12 Jyotirlinga along with many other ancient temples of Kathmandu, which makes it a living spiritual heritage. This all-inclusive, guided tour package typically consists of a spiritual and cultural tour of Kathmandu, focusing on the Darshan of Pashupatinath and Arati in the evening. Hidden in the cradle of the Himalayas, Pashupatinath Temple, in the crossroad between Kasi and Kailash, has a high aura and blessings of Lord Shiva for devotees to clear the path of salvation and unite with him.
Mentioned in the Shiva Purana and many ancient Hindu scriptures, the darshan of the five-faced (Panchmukhi) linga of Shiva at Pashupatinath is highly meritorious and blissful to atone for sins and transcend oneself in the path of salvation (Moksha).
"पाशबन्धविमोक्तारं सर्वलोकैकनाथिनम्।
पशूनां पतिं देवं शरण्यं शरणं व्रजे॥"
“To the one who frees us from the noose of bondage, the lord of all worlds, the god of all beings, the ultimate refuge, I surrender myself.”
Hindu Pilgrimage Tour of Kathmandu
Known as the living heritage, the spiritual and cultural sites of Kathmandu stood still against time, giving a feel of walking back in time. From the ancient Vishnu temple of Changunarayan to the medieval Gokarneshwar Mahadev temple known as 'Utter Gaya', Kathmandu has always been a center of pilgrimage and spiritual retreat. Hindu temples combined with Buddhist monuments make Kathmandu one of the most spiritual cities in the world. The Hindu pilgrimage tour of Kathmandu offers a complete pilgrimage of Kathmandu, visiting its age-old, highly spiritual temples. The Pashupatinath Tour Package is also a Hindu Pilgrimage tour of Kathmandu, which visits important spiritual and cultural sites around Kathmandu.
Highlights of Pashupatinath Tour Package
- Visit Pashupatinath in the morning and for Arati in the evening.
- Pilgrimage tour of must-visit temples around Kathmandu, listed as a UNESCO Heritage site.
- Tour with a professional and hospitable guide with a deep understanding of spiritualism and interest in pilgrims.
- All-inclusive package for a hassle-free pilgrimage tour.
- Flexible itinerary to customize time, temple, and activities.
Pashupatinath Tour Package Price
| Standard |
USD 190 | INR 16,800 |
Hotel Holy Himalaya |
| Deluxe |
USD 260 | INR 20,800 |
Hotel Shanker |
| Luxury |
USD 350 | INR 26,800 |
Hotel Yak and Yeti |
3-Day Pashupatinath Tour Package Itinerary
1 Day: Arrive Kathmandu | Evening Arati at Pashupatinath
Our representative will pick you up from the airport. After the meeting and greeting, drive a short distance to your hotel in Kathmandu's tourist center. Later, drive to Pashupatinath temple to join the evening arati. The Bagmati Arati is highly significant, honoring Lord Shiva and the Holy Bagmati River. The experience is transcendental to unite devotees with the divine, featuring fire (Deepdan), music, and the sacred Tandava dance on the riverbank to seek blessings, peace, and universal well-being.
2 Day: Visit Pashupatinath in the morning and Kathmandu Pilgrimage Tour during the day.
We will start our day with the Pashupatinath Darshan tour. Visit the temple in the morning and do Puja. You can also order a special puja like Rudrabhishek. Pashupatinath is known as the head of the 12 Jyotirlingas, and a darsan of the 5-faced Lingam earns high spiritual merit for Mokshye.
Later visit Budhanilkantha (sleeping, Vishnu), Gokarneshwor Mahadev temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Jal Binayek Ganesha, and Dakshinkali temple.
3 Day: Final Departure
Easy morning and explore around the tourist center for last minute shopping. Later drive to the airport for final departure.
Package Includes:
- All accommodation with breakfast and taxes included.
- All ground transportation by private vehicle.
- Guided sightseeing with all entrance fees included.
- A keepsake Pashupatinath Craft as a token of love.
Excludes:
- Lunch and dinner.
- Additional sites or tour options.
- Delays and cancellations due to natural phenomena.
- Tips
Freuently Asked Questions :
What is the best time to visit?
The best time is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) for pleasant weather. For major festivities, the Maha Shivaratri festival (February/March) is the most significant, though crowded.
Can seniors join the pashupatinath tour package?
Yes, the Pashupatinath Package Tour is designed considering senior citizens. Our guide and driver understand the slow pace or limited mobility of seniors and will maneuver and provide special support and personal care accordingly. A personal assistant and a wheelchair will be provided if needed.
Is the pashupatinath tour package suitable for families with kids?
Yes, the Pashupatinath tour package is suitable for families with kids. We request you to change sightseeing places and things to doaround Kathmandu with a mixture of pilgrimage and recreation if you are travelling with kids. Add Bhaktapur sightseeing and Chandragiri Cable car trip to your itinerary.We can customize the tour to be more fun and educational with addition of cultural and educational opportunities.
Tour Extension Options :
Changunarayan, Bhaktapur, and Nagarkot Hill Station:
Combine your Pashupatinath Darshan Package with a visit to the most popular cultural and natural site in Kathmandu. The Changunarayan Temple on a hillock overlooking the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayas is the most ancient pagoda in Nepal. The ancient, fortified town of Bhaktapur preserved Tantric Hinduism as it was in the medieval period. End the tour with a night stay in Nagarkot hill station at 2,100 m overlooking the eastern Himalayas, making it a perfect retreat in nature after a full day of sightseeing.
Manakamana Shaktipith Cable Car Trip :
A trip to the Manakamana Shakti Peeth is a scenic 3-hour journey from Kathmandu. Manakamana is one of the powerful wish-fulfilling manifestations of Mata Parvati. The journey is not only auspicious but is also scenic with a stunning view of mountainous landscapes. The 3 km-long cable car provides a convenient and exhilarating way to reach the 1,300 m ridgetop temple in the foreground of the snow peaks of Manaslu.
Halesi Mahadev cave:
Halesi Mahadev Cave is one of the most ancient and highly spiritual places revered by both Hindus and Buddhists. The site known as Haeshower Mahadev features three caves representing Lord Shiva's three eyes. This is believed to be a place where Lord Shiva hid from the demon Bhasmasur until he was killed by Lord Vishnu disguised as Mohini. The pilgrimage site is about 222 km from Kathmandu and takes about 7 hours to reach.
Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour:
Gosaikunda Helicopter Tour is a one-hour round trip by helicopter to visit the sacred lake of Shiva in the Himalayas. The lake is believed to have been created by Lord Shiva to calm down the effect of deadly Halahala (or Kalakuta) poison he consumed to save the universe from destruction during the Samundra Manthan (churning of the ocean). The Gosaikunda helicopter tour is highly spiritual as well as scenic Himalayan sightseeing.
Muktinath Helicopter Tour:
While in Kathmandu, Muktinath or Mukti Kshetra is another must-visit pilgrimage in Nepal. Mukti Kshetra, the origin of Saligram, is where Lord Vishnu was cursed by Vrinda (devoted wife of demon king Jalandhar) to become Saligram and later got Mukti or freedom from the curse. A helicopter tour of Muktinath takes about 4 hours from Kathmandu and back.