Muktinath, situated at a height of 3,660 m, is an important pilgrimage center for both Hindus and Buddhists. The most prominent shrine is a Vishnu temple where 108 spouts, fashioned in the shape of cows' heads, pour forth water that is considered to be holy. This water is channeled from a stream running above the temple. The temple is built in Tibetan style and contains huge brass idols of Vishnu, Shiva, Brahma, and Kali. Nearby is another temple where water gushes out of a rock and this water is considered even more holy. There is also a Buddhist monastery, and a pagoda-type temple dedicated to JwalaMayi (goddess of fire). In this temple, shielded by curtains, are the outlets for the natural gas that oozes from the rock and feeds the temple flame.
There is also a spring close by. These three elements together are considered to be an auspicious convergence of earth, fire and water. There are two temples of note, a dilapidated temple with the idols of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati, and a Narsingh temple where rituals are performed according to both Hindu and Buddhist customs. Here the two religions co-exist together and in the two-storey structure, the lower storey is the gompa while the upper storey is the temple. Muktinath and its high valley are located in the Mustang Bhote region. The climate and landscape here are similar to those of the Tibetan Plateau since it is situated in the rain shadow of the Greater Himalayas.
Day 1: Arrival Day In Kathmandu :
Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon you arrival to the Kathmandu airport our Guide will welcome you and assist you to the hotel in Kathmandu. In the evening you will get chance to meet typical Nepali food as dinner and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel
Day 2 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and Trek Preparation :
After breakfast our trekking staff will take you around the Kathmandu valley, the pilgrimage sites of Hindus temple Pashupatinath, the world biggest Bouddhanath stupa and visit Swoyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple. After exploring the surrounding areas visit historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with temple, unique architectures and living goddess (kumari). And gather the belongings required for the trek and discuss in group for more information.
Day 3 : Fly to pokhara. Half Day Sightseeing
Early morning move to airport in kathmandu and fly to pokhara,Half Day sightseeing will be offered to view the magical pokhara
Day 4: Fly Pokhara to jomsom, trek to kagbeni : Early in the morning fly from Pokhara to Jomsom and Trek To Kagmbeni
Day 5 : Kagbeni to Muktinath :
Next day start trekking from Kgbeni to the muktinath as final destinantion for the very day. Overnight in hotel in muktinath.
Day 6 : Visit muktinath temple and buddhist shrine (Trek down to jomsom) :
After visiting Muktinath Temple and Buddhist shrine. prepare to trek down. trek from muktinath to Jomsom. Overnight at hotel in jomsom.
Day 7 : Fly back to kathmandu via pokhara :
Early in the morning fly to pokhara airport from jomsom, from there take flight to kathmandu. Overnight at hotel in kathmandu
Day 8 : Farewell Friends :
This is the free day or Leisure time for shopping and others personal activities till the flight time. then transfer to International airport for your desired destinations.
Cost Of Muktinath 8days Trek :
| No. Pax | 1 | 2-3 | 4-7 | 8- above |
| Cost is US$ | 1135/ Pax | 1050/ Pax | 1000/ Pax | 950/ Pax |
* Cost may vary according to the class of hotel, above cost is as per 3 star hotel In Kathmandu