Spiritual Trekking in Nepal – Discover the profound experience of spiritual trekking in Nepal, where external and internal harmony converges. In this journey, you will connect with the life forces, find spiritual healing, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Nepalese Shamanism.
Shamanism represents the ancient spiritual practices of indigenous cultures and tribes within the Nepalese community. The objective of Spiritual Trekking in Nepal is to cultivate both external and internal harmony by connecting with life forces, facilitating spiritual healing, and exploring the Nepalese Shaman culture and its sacred practices. In rural Nepal, Shamanism is often referred to as Dhami/Jhakri or healing doctors. In ancient times, people firmly believed in the ability of Jhankris to heal through the use of spells (Tantras/Mantras) and ceremonial drumming.
Welcome! To Kathmandu. Asian Heritage welcomes you at Tribhuvan International Airport. On arrival, our Tour Manager /Asian Heritage Representative will be waiting outside at the arrival area to welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. Check in to your sumptuous room at the luxury 4-star Hotel Yatri. Our representative will facilitate you and discuss your travel itinerary for this Spiritual Trekking in Nepal. There will be enough time to stroll through the street of Thamel.
Accommodation: Yatri Suites & Spa or similar
On your second day of Spiritual Trekking in Nepal you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Kathmandu Durbar Square along with the tour guide in a private vehicle. Observe the typical wood-carved temples and buildings reflecting ancient Kathmandu city. After that we will be heading towards Swyambhunath- the monkey temple where you can observe the religious harmony and tolerance between the Buddhist religion and Hindu religions along with enjoy the panoramic view of Kathmandu city.
Visit the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the biggest pilgrimage sites for the Hindu religion people in Southeast Asia, explore the surroundings, observe the ritual body cremating ceremony process of the Hindu people at the bank of the holy Bagmati river, and then visit another pilgrimage site nearby to the Pashupatinath Temple known as Guweyswori Temple, explore the UNESCO world heritage site Boudhanath Stupa.
Accommodation: Hotel Yatri Suites & Spa or similar
Today, we will drive you to Dhunche after having breakfast in the morning. You will see the beautiful hills and slopes on your to Dhunche. En route, you will see the river Trishuli. After arriving, you will explore the terraced farming and local culture of the village.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
Today we will ascend to Sing Gompa. We will pass by rhododendron forests and lush vegetation. The trail passes through the largest mani wall, made from stone and with prayers written on it, the water mills, chortens, a sacred pile of rocks with various inscriptions carved on them, and many more. After crossing some rivers, we reach Sing Gompa. Here, you can test the cheese and curd made from Yak milk.Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
The path is uphill for most of the day. After two hours of climbing, you’ll reach Chandan Bari. Here, have a rest and explore the Cheese factory. Afterward, start ascending for another 2-3 hours to finally reach Lauri Binayak.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
The trail from Lauri Binayak to Gosaikunda is a very scenic one. On reaching Buddhist Gompa, the trail is a little easier with regular ups and downs. After hiking for some time, you’ll get the first glimpse of Saraswati Kunda (One of 108 lakes around Gosaikunda) and followed by Bhairav Kunda or Naag Kunda. Later, you’ll reach the Gosaikunda village beside the Gosaikunda Lake. Gosaikunda is a holy site for both Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims with hundreds of pilgrims coming here to worship and bathe during the full-moon festival every August.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
It is believed that if one prayed and bathed in those Gosainkunda, one would get fulfilled wishes and salvation in life. Local dances such as Syabru, Mane, and shamanism of typical Tamang can be seen on the day. Shamans perform the tantric dance in their strange costumes representing ancient and medieval ages. You will participate in the festival for spiritual harmony and also about the shamanism culture in Nepal.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
Today, we descend down to Chandanbari or Sing Gompa. You will see the amazing views of the Langtang Valley.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
We will descend down to the village of Dhunche. We will cross by the suspension bridges and several forests for about 5 hours trek.
Overnight accommodation in a local lodge
Today we will drive you to Kathmandu, which takes about 6-7 hours. After arriving check-in at the hotel and take some rest.
Accommodation: Yatri Suites & Spa or similar
Today is a free day for you in Kathmandu. You can spend your day in your personal activities. You can have enough rest or if you’re interested then you can go to stroll around the streets of Thamel or you can go for shopping of souvenirs for your friends and family.
Included: Breakfast, and overnight in Yatri Suites & spa or similar.
Our representative will pick you up and drive you to Kathmandu. You will be advised and assisted with your onward travel arrangements and transfer to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport by our private van around 3 hours before your flight schedule and flight back to your home/other travel destination. Have a safe journey onwards.
