Kathmandu: Pashupatinath Temple Evening Aarati Guided Tour
ID: GYG1420870-2169498
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Experience Nepal's spiritual heart on a guided visit to Pashupatinath Temple. Explore Hindu traditions, the sacred cremation ghats, and witness the mesmerizing evening Aarati ceremony.
Begin with a convenient hotel pickup in Kathmandu. Upon arrival at the temple, explore the complex with your local guide, who will explain the history, architecture, Hindu traditions, and daily rituals. Walk along the sacred Bagmati River, where you may observe traditional cremation ceremonies that reflect Hindu beliefs about life, death, and rebirth.
As sunset approaches, take your seat for the captivating Evening Aarati. Watch priests perform synchronized rituals with fire lamps, bells, conch shells, devotional chanting, and music, creating an unforgettable spiritual atmosphere.
After the ceremony, relax on the drive back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Witness the sacred evening Aarati ceremony at Pashupatinath Temple
- Experience Nepal's most important Hindu temple with a local guide
- Learn about Hindu beliefs, traditions, and the significance of the Bagmati River
- Observe centuries-old rituals in one of the world's holiest Shiva temples
- Enjoy hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from Kathmandu
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
Cut-off time is 12 hours before departure.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Private transportation
- All taxes
- Bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Pashupatinath entrance fee (for foreign nationals)
- Personal expenses
- Food & drinks
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
