6 Nights/ 7 Days
Pickup: Airport Kathmandu, Nepal
Drop: Gorakhpur
25th Dec - 31st Dec
Pashupatinath, Manakamana, Muktinath & Lumbini, Nepal
A Journey Through Faith, Mountains & Culture: From the sacred temples of Kathmandu to the Himalayan landscapes surrounding Muktinath and the peaceful birthplace of Lord Buddha in Lumbini, this journey takes you through some of Nepal’s most significant spiritual and cultural destinations.
Begin in Kathmandu with Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, before travelling through the hills to the revered Manakamana Temple and onward to Pokhara. Experience the slower rhythm of Phewa Lake and the mountain views before continuing towards Muktinath, a sacred pilgrimage destination for both Hindus and Buddhists.
The journey concludes in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, before crossing the Nepal India border and continuing to Gorakhpur.
With Queer Travelogue, this Nepal group trip is about experiencing spirituality, culture and the Himalayas while travelling with a welcoming community. We create inclusive travel spaces where LGBTQ+ travellers and allies can explore new destinations, connect with one another and experience the comfort of travelling with a group where everyone is respected.
Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends or looking for a meaningful international journey with the community, this LGBTQ+ friendly Nepal group trip brings together spirituality, culture, nature and connection.
Welcome to Nepal! On arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel and settle in before beginning your exploration of the city, depending on your arrival time.
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, a revered Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva on the banks of the Bagmati River. Continue to Boudhanath Stupa, where prayer wheels, monasteries and surrounding streets offer an introduction to Nepal’s Buddhist traditions.
In the evening, relax at the hotel or attend the aarti at Pashupatinath, subject to timing. We can also go for club hopping to celebrate Christmas.
🍲 Dinner included
🏨 Overnight stay in Kathmandu
After breakfast, begin the scenic road journey to Pokhara, travelling through river valleys, hillside settlements and changing mountain landscapes.
En route, stop for a visit to Manakamana Temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati and traditionally associated with the fulfilment of wishes. A cable car journey offers views of the surrounding hills and river valley.
Continue to Pokhara and check in to your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure after the journey.
The temple visit is subject to cable car operations and local conditions.
🍲 Breakfast & Dinner
🏨 Overnight stay in Pokhara
Spend the day discovering Pokhara’s lakeside setting and scenic viewpoints.
Begin with time around Phewa Lake, with an optional boat ride offering views of the surrounding hills and, in clear weather, the mountains beyond.
Visit the World Peace Pagoda, also known as Shanti Stupa, a hilltop Buddhist monument overlooking the lake and Pokhara Valley.
Depending on available time, explore Devi’s Fall and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, or enjoy a relaxed walk through Lakeside’s cafés and shops.
🍲 Breakfast & Dinner
🏨 Overnight stay in Pokhara
Depart early for the mountain journey towards Jomsom and Muktinath, following the Kali Gandaki Valley into the distinctive landscapes of Mustang.
Visit Muktinath Temple, a sacred pilgrimage destination revered by both Hindus and Buddhists. Explore the temple complex and its 108 water spouts, with time for darshan and personal reflection.
The Kali Gandaki region is also associated with Shaligram worship, an important part of the area’s spiritual heritage.
This is a demanding mountain travel day. Darshan may move to the following morning depending on road conditions, arrival time and the group’s wellbeing.
🍲 Breakfast & Dinner
🏨 Jomsom or the Muktinath area, as confirmed in the final travel plan
If darshan could not be completed the previous day, visit Muktinath early before beginning the return journey to Pokhara.
Travel back through the Kali Gandaki Valley and check in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is reserved for rest, with an optional lakeside stroll if arrival time permits.
🍲 Breakfast & Dinner
🏨 Overnight stay in Pokhara
After breakfast, leave for Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Buddhism’s most significant pilgrimage destinations.
After arrival, begin exploring the sacred area, including Maya Devi Temple, the Sacred Garden and the Ashoka Pillar, subject to opening hours.
If time permits, visit selected monasteries built by Buddhist communities from different countries, each reflecting its own architectural traditions.
🍲 Breakfast & Dinner
🏨 Overnight stay in Lumbini
Enjoy additional time in Lumbini before departure. Depending on the onward schedule, explore more of the monastic zone or choose an optional rickshaw tour.
Later, travel towards Gorakhpur via the Sunauli border, allowing time for applicable border formalities and traffic.
Your Nepal journey with Queer Travelogue concludes on arrival in Gorakhpur.
Book onward transport with sufficient time for possible road and border delays.
At Queer Travelogue, we create spaces where LGBTQ+ travellers and allies can explore the world together, connect with one another and experience the comfort of travelling with a community where they can simply be themselves.
| Double Sharing: | ₹38,999/- (per person) |
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| Single Sharing: | ₹9,999/- (extra) |
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