Pashupatinath Temple, Hindu Crematorium and Aarati in-depth Tour

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4 to 5 hours (approximately)
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Let’s visit to the Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred and oldest Hindu temples in the world. Our expert guides, with a Ph.D. in Tangible and Intangible Heritages of Pashupatinath and experts under his supervision, will lead the tour. You will learn about the religious and cultural practices within the temple premises, including a visit to the Hindu crematorium. Our guide will explain everything from mythological values to the present-day status of Hinduism logically and scientifically like no other in the industry can do, so you will have a deeper understanding of the values and beliefs of the temple area as well. Along the way, we will pass through the vibrant and celebratory part of the temple, leading up to the crematoria, which will give us a practical understanding of the sanctity of life. We will also witness the Bagmati river bank aarti, a beautiful and energetic offering to Shree Pashupatinath. Join us for an enlightening and unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
Expert Guides
Tips for Guide and Driver
Donations and offerings to sadhus or temples

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
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Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pashupatinath Temple

    Our expert who has done Ph. D in tangible and intangible heritage of Pashupatinath will take you around all the attractions of Pashupatinath which is the oldest temple of Hindu religion. We have option of other equally qualified guides guiding this trip who are under direct supervision of Dr. Barun and are mentored by himself. Just in case if Barun as official of the trust must have to attain government and other organizational functions at the tour time. Here it is believed lord Shiva himself exists to bless the visitors. From every small and big monuments to the mythology and tradition of Hindus which are in practice will be logically and scientifically explained by Dr. Barun

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    The Crematoria

    During the tour our experts from Pashupati Area Development Trust will explain in depth with live scenario about the cultural process of cremating the dead body in Hindu religion. This has been a most demanded point of interest among travelers visiting Pashupatinath Temple.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Pashupatinath Temple

    You will end the tour with vibrant Sandhya Aarati(The ceremony of offering lamp and incense in precise rituals performed by dedicated priests) . This ceremony is observed by 100s of local people from Kathmandu and around the country. Here we will reserve special seats for our guests to observe full function.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Cancellation Policy

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