Haleshi (Maratika) Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour
(ETNNP214)  Nepal

Overview

The Himalayas are filled with so many sacred places. The land here abounds with those spots where humanity is intersected with divinity. In the eastern part of Nepal at the confluence of the Sun Koshi and Dudh Khola rivers are three sacred caves to both the Hindu as well as the Buddhist people. It is said that these three caves represent the three eyes of Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction. It is in these sacred caves that Everest Tour Nepal Treks & Expedition can lead you on the path of enlightenment.

Legend has it that it was in these caves that Padmasambhava and his wife Mandarava freed themselves from the circle of rebirth and became immortal. This primordial couple are considered the founders of Tibetan Buddhism. The caves are called by the Tibetan Buddhist Maratika as it was here that full enlightenment was achieved.

To the Hindus, the cave is called Halesi. It is here that Shiva came face to face with the demon Bashmasur. Faced with the struggle, Shiva ran into the cave where he devised a ruse whereby he gave Bashmasur the ability to cause the death of anything he laid his hands on by touching their head. Shiva, being his clever self, tricked Bashmasur to lay his hand on his own head, thereby killing himself and setting world free of Bashmasur.

Everest Tour Nepal Treks & Expedition offers this wonderful opportunity to explore Maratika Caves. This is a five day experience here in the very heart of the holy Himalayas. It is far more than a sightseeing trip; it is an opportunity to enjoy the sacredness of the Himalayas that will impact your very life. You will experience a positive, life-changing force that will take you to new dimensions spiritually as you travel down the sacred path to enlightenment.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our office representative will meet and greet and transfer you to the hotel.

Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2: Drive to Haleshi ()

Morning after breakfast at your hotel, drive to Haleshi. Upon arrival check into the hotel.

Explore around.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3: Activities in Haleshi Mahadev Temple

Morning after breakfast at your hotel, visit Haleshi Mahadev Temple, perform pooja and meditation.

Back to hotel for lunch.

Explore around.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4: Drive back to Kathmandu

Morning after breakfast at hotel, drive back to Kathmandu.

Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Departure Day

Morning after breakfast at hotel, free time at your own.

Later on time transfer to airport for your final departure back home.

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We are ready to welcome you with all the necessary safety measures (Post -19 Pandemic Halt). Hence we assure you of safety and security by following the optimal precautions.

Safety Assurance from Us (Tour/Trekking Operator)

• Vehicles fully cleaned and disinfected
• Foot bath mat available at entrance
• Extra masks available (if required)
• Safe distancing
• We carry limited number of passengers
• Our crew wear full PPE while disinfecting the vehicle
• Temperature screening available
• Our crew tested fit to travel
• Sanitizers available
• We carry additional deep wipe down cleaning of high touched areas
• Hygiene kit available for sale
• Our crew wear face mask and face shield

Safety Rules for Travelers (You)

• Namaste over handshake
• Do not travel if unwell
• Wear face mask all the time
• Maintain safe distancing
• Use foot mat while boarding
• Undertake temperature screening
• Ventilators over air conditioning
• Avoid unnecessary surface touching
• Wash/Sanitize hands regularly
• Follow sneeze etiquette
• Follow safety instructions (from local authority)
• Carry your personal hygiene all the time

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