About trip

About Temple: Muktinath is a pilgrimage shrine located 140 miles from Kathmandu in the snow clad Himalayas and it is located near the Kandaki river famous for the Salagrama stones. Muktinath is also one of the 51 Sakthi Peedams of India.

• Moolavar: Sri Moorthy Perumal
• Thaayar: Sri Devi Naachiyaar
• Pushkarani: Chakkara Theertham, Kandaki Nadhi
• Vimanam: Kanaka Vimaanam.
• Location: Salagramam, Muktinath,Nepal.

• This Divyadesam is found almost in our Indian Border line. There is lots of doubt, where this Divyadesam is located. Mukthinath, which is found 170 miles from Katmandu, it is said this Salagrama Kshetram is found on the banks of Kandaki river. Mukthinath is otherwise called as "Mukthi Narayanan Kshetram". But, some say that Mukthinath is said that this divyadesam originated on the River Kandaki.
  
• But, some say, about 65 miles away from Katmandu, there is a place by named "Damodhara Kund", which is found on the bank of Kandaki river is said to be the Salagrama sthalam. But, whatever it might be, we all the bhaktas should consider that the stones (the Salagramam) which is found on the bank of Kandaki river is said to be considered as the Salagrama sthalam.
• While travelling towards this divyadesam lots of wild animals are found, which are considered as so dreadful. Because of this, it is advisable if we go in groups containing 50 members and we can go to this sthalam only by getting the permission from the Nepal Government.
• The Salagramam is said to be having Jeevan with in and considered to be one among the precious stones.
  
• If this Salagramam is kept in houses and done Poojas in a proper way, all the Ashta Lakshmis stay in our house and we can get out from all the burden. To explain about this, this sthala perumal, Sri Moorthy along with Sri Devi Naachiyaar is found facing along the direction of North, which is said to be the direction of Guberan, the God of wealth.
• But if we do pooja to a salagramam which is found in damaged condition, it is not good for the family. So, doing poojas for a good conditioned Salagramam is advisable.
• This Salagrama sthalam is said to be found on the bank of pure river and Salagramam is said to be the stone of purity, there is no need to do the "Samprokshanam". (Samprokshanam is a custom which is done to a temple whenever any false thing like anyone dies or bad issues happen in and around the Temple.)
• Like how, the thiruneeru (Vibhoodi) that is given in Lord shivan temple doesnt have any dhosham, irrespective of the body condition, this Salagramam also have the same character.
• The sthalapuranam of salagrama divyadesam is closely related to Kandaki river, Thulasi and Radhai.

Trip Overview

DAY 1 - Arrival - Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you will be welcomed by Day Tours Nepal representative and transfer to your hotel. Evening welcome dinner in a traditional Nepali Restaurant with authentic Nepali cuisine and cultural program. If your flight is in the morning or in the afternoon then we can arrange some short tours Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel. .

DAY 2 - Kathmandu Sightseeing

Breakfast starts at 6;00 to 6;30 in the morning. Around 8;00 am our vehicle will be at your hotel, till that time we hope you will be ready. On the way, you can see the Trishuli river, (if you want to stop for rafting, let us know) beautiful landscapes, Himalayas, waterfalls, markets, and many interesting things. Before reaching Pokhara we will stop at Begnas Lakes, this is another biggest lake in Pokhara. If the day is clear then you can see beautiful Himalayan ranges on the way, finally transfer to your hotel. This evening you are free on your own, you will get the Pokhara valley map at the hotel reception and they will give you the direction of Fewa Lakes and the places you can enjoy the evening. Have a peaceful evening.

DAY 3 - Pokhara Sun rise - Pokhara City Tour

Your day starts with the sunrise tour from Sarangkot. Depends on season time will be different but it's worth to go early morning to Sarangkot for sunrise, and Mountain views. Sarangkot is one of the best view point in Pokhara for Panoramic mountain view. After Sarangkot drives back to the hotel for breakfast and refreshment. then sightseeing tour starts to Peace stupa, Davis fall, Gupteshwor cave, Mountain museum and boating in Fewa lake. You can enjoy the walk around the lake, and nice restaurants by the lakes for food. Last night in Pokhara.

DAY 4 - Pokhara - Kathmandu

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Pokhara airport. In Kathmandu, you will be received by our guide and start the Kathmandu City Tour. Before heading to Nagarkot we will take you to Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Check in Hotel and enjoy the peaceful evening, sunset, and Mountains view. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

DAY 5 - Kathmandu - Muktinath (Departure)

After breakfast you will be transferred to Muktinath tour by helicopter is operated from Kathmandu. Muktinath Temple is in just one and a half hours flying distance by helicopter. The helipad is located at Ranipauwa. From here the temple can be reached via 30 minutes walking. Perform pooja/darshan at the temple and fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to the international airport for you departure.