Gorkha Village Tour via Manakamana Temple
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Trekking Mart Pvt.Ltd
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
Discover the journey
Gorkha Village Tour via Manakamana Temple is a short vacation tour, taking to the historic western part of Nepal. The temple of Manakamana or the wish-fulfilling goddess is situated in the Gorkha district of western Nepal. Generally Kathmandu, Gorkha and surrounding places experience least seasonal change as compare to the Himalayas and so, it is doable at any time of year. Including UNESCO world heritage sites of Kathmandu, this tour takes you to most historic sites of Gorkha comprising Manakamana temple and Gorkha palace. Gorkha is the first historical place in Nepal from where the unification of Nepal was started. Temple of Manakamana (wish-fulfilling deity), temples of great sage Gorakhnath and goddess Gorakh Kali have widely recognized shrines here. It is also a chance to experience a village lifestyle as well. Join Trekking Mart’s carefully planned trip and experience Nepalese culture and hospitality.
The memorable moments
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except welcome dinner) Expenses of personal nature (Bar bill, laundry, telephone bill, bottled water etc.) Nepal visa fee Tip for your guide
Journey at a glance
Day Day 01:: Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350m) — We welcome you at the arrival lounge of Kathmandu airport, and then you will be transfer to your selected hotel, which is usually in downtown, Thamel. Rest of the time today will be spent on rest or explore the city in your own. At evening, we accompany you for welcome dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant, where you get a chance to see Nepali cultural dances. Overnight in Kathmandu. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals Day Day 02:: Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour — Today after breakfast, we take you to the cultural world heritage sites of Kathmandu under the guidance of professional city guide. You will see two Buddhist stupas: Swyambhunath and Bouddhanath, one Hindu temple: Pashupatinath and a palace square: Kathmandu Durbar square. Kathmandu Durbar square is popularly known as home of Nepal's living Goddess Kumari. Over there, our guide gives you an account of their origin and religious significances. Overnight in Kathmandu. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals Day Day 03:: Drive To Kurintar (258m), Visit Manakamana (1,302m), Trek To Baskot (1,170m) — We start early morning by Bus ride from Kathmandu towards west to Kurintar (103km distance, about 3 hours' drive).Kurintar has Cable car station connecting to Manakamana Temple. The Cable car rides over the distance of 2.8kms in 10 minutes more or less. Manakamana is a sacred place of the Hindu goddess Bhagwati, built in 17th century. Manakamana is also believed as a wish fulfilling deity. We visit Manakamana temple and surrounding village. After lunch, we start trek towards the village of Baskot (1,170m). Along the up-down hills, forested trail and terraced farmlands, we can cover the distance in around 4 hours. Overnight at Baskot homestay. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals Day Day 04:: Trek To Gorkha Bazaar Via Lakhanthapa Village, Explore The Town — After an overnight pleasing village experience in Baskot, we start trek towards Gorkha Bazaar. On the way, we see Nepal's first martyr LakhanThapa statue and visit his village as well. Here we take lunch and take a short rest. Ahead, we pass several villages, agricultural lands, forests, hills and splendid lanscapes before reaching to GorkhaBazzar. All total, it's about 6-7 hours walk today. Rest of the day; explore the town, visit Gorkha museum, Gorkha palace etc. Overnight stay at a tourist standard hotel in Gorkha. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals Day Day 05:: Drive Back To Kathmandu — Breakfast is followed by drive back to Kathmandu. Kathmandu is 142km east of Gorkha and takes about 5 hours by drive. On arrival, check in your hotel and do your final coverage. Do some last minute shopping for your friends and families before our farewell dinner. Overnight stay in Kathmandu. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals Day Day 06:: Final Departure Transfer — At about 3 hours prior to your flight time, we transfer you to the airport to fly your onward destination. Trekking Mart family wishes your best time ahead. Maximum Altitude Accomodation Meals
What's included in your experience
Included
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except welcome dinner)
- Expenses of personal nature (Bar bill, laundry, telephone bill, bottled water etc.)
- Nepal visa fee
- Tip for your guide
Essential trip information
Before you go
From decades, Nepal is one among the first choice leisure travel destinations in the world. And for your easy planning to visit Nepal, Trekking Mart has listed some of the important useful information to be remembered are as follows: Passport and Visas All travelers other than Indian nationals arriving in Nepal are required to have six months remaining validity on their passports. Tourist visas are available on arrival at Tribhuvan airport and land border's immigration offices or Nepali consulates abroad. The cost of the visa varies on your length of stay (please see fee information below). Two passport photos are also needed. Nepal visa fees (Multiple Entry): 15 days - US$25, 30 days - US$40, 90 days - US$100 Note: That visa fees can change without warning and we advise that you bring extra cash as a contingency. Travel Insurance While participating in Trekking Mart holidays packages (particularly Trekking and Climbing) it is important to have a valid travel insurance policy to cover the cost of emergency medical treatment or evacuation. Though travel insurance is recommended, traveling with Trekking Mart without insurance is possible - in this case, we require a hand-written statement stating that the participant has chosen to travel with us without insurance. Weather and Climate The climate in Nepal is affected largely by the monsoons. This region typically experiences a dry season lasting from October to May, and a wet season lasting from June to September. The months of October- November, and March-May are an ideal time to visit, as the visibility in the Himalayas is considered to be the clearest and the vegetation is lush. Between the months of February and May, the increasing temperatures can provide for more enjoyable trekking in higher altitudes. To learn more about the weather and best travel time in Nepal, check out at season and weather page. Fitness for a Trek All types of trekking adventures require a fitness level sufficient to facilitate sustained periods of intense walking on uneven terrain and steep grades. Participants who are in a good level of physical conditioning will gain the most enjoyment from our trekking adventures. Activities such as sports, yoga, and physical exercise are recommended in preparation for your trip. We recommend consulting your physician for a complete checkup before your departure.
Accommodation
Accommodation: Hotel, Homestay Meals: Breakfast In Kathmandu, All Meals During Trekking Transportation: Bus/ Van, Cable Car
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
What to bring
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