Holy Mandala Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Highlights:

• Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport
• Transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu
• Evening briefing on the Holy Mandala Tour

Your journey begins with your arrival in Kathmandu, where you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, there will be a detailed briefing about the Holy Mandala Tour, covering the significance of the mandala and the spiritual sites you will visit.

Day 2: Exploration of Swayambhunath Stupa and Boudhanath Stupa

Highlights:

• Morning visit to Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
• Afternoon visit to Boudhanath Stupa
• Evening meditation session at Boudhanath

Start your day with a visit to the Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the most iconic symbols of Nepal. Also known as the Monkey Temple, this site offers a panoramic view of Kathmandu and is a perfect place for a morning meditation session. In the afternoon, explore the Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day ends with an evening meditation session at Boudhanath, soaking in the spiritual energy of the place.

Day 3: Pilgrimage to Pashupatinath Temple and Patan Durbar Square

Highlights:

• Visit Pashupatinath Temple
• Rituals and offerings at Pashupatinath
• Afternoon visit to Patan Durbar Square

Day 3 takes you to the Pashupatinath Temple, the most sacred Hindu temple in Nepal dedicated to Lord Shiva. Participate in the morning rituals and offerings, followed by a guided exploration of the temple complex. In the afternoon, visit Patan Durbar Square.

Day 4: Journey to Pharping and Asura Cave and dakshinkali Temple

Highlights:

• Visit the ancient town of Pharping
• Meditation at Asura Cave
• Exploration of Guru Rinpoche’s meditation site

Today, you will journey to Pharping, an ancient town revered as a major Buddhist pilgrimage site. Visit the Asura Cave, where Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is believed to have meditated and attained enlightenment. Engage in a deep meditation session within the cave, absorbing the spiritual energy of this holy site.

Day 5: Sacred Power Spots of Kathmandu Valley

Highlights:

• Visit to the sacred Vajrayogini Temple
• Explore the spiritual significance of Sankhu
• Meditation at sacred power spots

This day is dedicated to exploring the sacred power spots of Kathmandu Valley, starting with a visit to the Vajrayogini Temple in Sankhu. Vajrayogini is a powerful deity in Tantric Buddhism, and her temple is a significant spiritual site. Afterward, explore other nearby power spots, engaging in meditation and rituals that connect you to the spiritual essence of these locations.

Day 6: Visit to Namobuddha and Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery

Highlights:

• Journey to Namobuddha
• Exploration of Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery
• Participate in a mandala-making session

Travel to Namobuddha, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Nepal. It is believed that Lord Buddha, in a previous life, offered his body to a starving tigress and her cubs here. Visit the Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, where you can participate in a mandala-making session, a spiritual practice that embodies the principles of harmony and unity.

Day 7: Departure from Kathmandu

Highlights:

• Morning visit to a local temple for blessings
• Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure

Your Holy Mandala Tour concludes with a morning visit to a local temple for final blessings. Afterward, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure, carrying with you the spiritual insights and peace gained during this transformative journey.