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Nepal Monastery Trails

Experience Nepal at its most peaceful with a stay inside a living monastery. Wake up to gentle morning chants, share smiles with the monks and enjoy the quiet beauty of the mountains around you. A stay in a monastery is not just a visit, it is a gentle pause, a moment to breathe, reflect and feel the inner calm.

Duration14 Days / 13 Nights

Best timeOctober to April

Journey styleHimalayas • Spritual • Slow Travel

DAY BY DAY

Your journey, thoughtfully paced.

This is a suggested framework. Every detail can be adjusted around your interests, preferred pace and travel dates.

Day 01

ARRIVAL IN KATHMANDU- A Warm Welcome to Nepal

Arrival in Nepal by international flight. After the visa-immigration process, look for your luggage from the belt and exit the airport terminal. Our airport representative will be waiting for you holding a sign with your name on the arrival gate of international airport. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and help you with the check-in procedure. Take time to relax and settle into the peaceful surroundings of your hotel. Overnight at the hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure — an opportunity to recover from your journey and prepare for the experiences ahead. Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02

Kathmandu - Visit Darbar Square, Swyambhunath and Kirtipur

After Breakfast at the hotel, proceed for the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's Durbar Square and Kirtipur. Kathmandu City: Kathmandu is the center of Nepal's traditional arts and culture. This is the place For rest, relaxation and easy day tourism of temples and historic and artistic monuments, and mountain views. Kastamandap is the source of the name Kathmandu and is supposed to be made from the wood of a single tree and Durbar Square with its set of temples dominated by the Hanuman Dhoka, , a name derived from the statue of Hanuman, the devoted monkey of Lord Ram, near the entrance to the palace. Kathmandu's Durbar Square houses the palaces of Kings Malla and Shah who ruled the city. Along with these palaces, the square also surrounds quadrangles revealing courtyards and temples built as early as the Lichchavi period in the 3rd century. Swyambhunath stupa: An ancient religious architecture resides at the top of a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of the city of Kathmandu. The stupa encapsulates one of the fundamental disciplines in Buddhism for those individuals who consider mythological history, origin myth and the daily religious practice of great importance It's probably the holiest among other Buddhist pilgrimage sites in all of Nepal. Some people believe that just by being present near the sacred place, they will not only receive inner peace and blessing, but will also receive a positive impact on their lot and well-being. It is also called the Temple of the Monkey. Kirtipur: Kirtipur is registered as a former capital of Nepal. It is located about 5 km southwest of the city of Kathmandu and offers magnificent views of Kathmandu, the entire valley and the Himalayas beyond. Kirtipur borders Champa Devi Hill to the west, the third highest peak in the Kathmandu Valley at 2,278 m and a great place for day trips. To the east, on the Bagmati River that flows through the cliffs of Chobar Gorge and the only natural lake of the Kathmandu Valley, Taudaha, which is located in the southern part of Kirtipur. These natural features, along with caves and trails, make Kirtipur an ideal place to explore on foot or by bike. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 03

Kathmandu – Patan and Bhaktapur

After breakfast, a full-day sightseeing tour of Patan Durbar Square and the city of Bhaktapur. Patan Durbar Square: Patan is the oldest of the three cities in the Kathmandu Valley. Patan Durbar Square is located in the center of the city of Lalitpur, Nepal. One of its attractions is the former royal palace where the kings of Malla Lalitpur resided. The city is surrounded by 4 stupas like 4 corners of Patan, one in each corner of its cardinal points. These stupas are said to have been built by the famous Emperor Ashoka. Many architectural buildings are from the 1600s and were built during the kings of Malla, especially King Siddhi Narsingh Malla and his son Srinivasa Sukriti. Some of the main places to visit in Patan are Patan Museum, Krishna Temple, Rato Machhindranath, Bhimsen Temple, Ashoka Stupa, Banglamukhi Temple and other different temples. Bhaktapur: The city is also known as a museum of medieval art and architecture with many examples of sculpture, wooden carving and colossal pagoda temples dedicated to different gods and goddesses which is 15 km from Kathmandu. It is a conglomeration of pagoda and Shikhar style temples grouped around a palace of fifty-five brick and wooden windows. The square is one of the most charming architectural works of the valley, highlighting the ancient arts of Nepal. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 04

Kathmandu - Pashupatinath Tourism – Stay at Boudha Monastery Guest House

After breakfast sightseeing tour of Pasupatinath, Boudhanath Pashupatinath Temple: The Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest religious sites with historical significance. The sacred shrine is the largest place among the sites of Lord Shiva. The Pashupatinath temple is located in the northeast of the Kathmandu Valley, about 5 km away, on the bank of the Bagmati River. The closed area of the temple Pashupatinath is on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The pilgrimage site is visited every year by thousands of devotees, people in general and tourists from all over the world, whether to worship, research or learn about the history behind the glory and construction of temples. Non-Hindus cannot visit the interior of the main temple. Boudhanath: One of the oldest and largest Buddhist monuments ever built in Nepal, it is also one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu. Boudhanath is an imposing structure of about 36 meters. The stupa sits on the huge three-story Mandala-style platforms surrounded by colorful family homes. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this site is considered very similar to Mecca for Buddhists and tens of thousands of pilgrims from across the Himalayan region each year. Witness of the night and the experience of the prayer ceremony followed by meditation with the monks in the monastery according to the monastery schedule. Dinner and accommodation at Boudha Monastery. (Monastery guesthouse is with basic facilities).

Day 05

Boudha (Kathmandu) - Pokhara

After breakfast, drive to Pokhara. Enjoy the secnic beauty of nature. Pokhara: One of the best places in Nepal to enjoy your vacation is in Pokhara. Pokhara is the second largest A city in Nepal, after Kathmandu. The city is about 200 kilometers from Kathmandu to the west. It rests at the foot of the Annapurna mountain range and is a favorite starting point for hiking. The city of Pokhara can be divided into two - the charming Lakeside Pokhara, and the Old City. The lakeside part offers many tourist attractions and beautiful views, while the Old City is the shopping center of Pokhara. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 06

Pokhara

After breakfast sightseeing tour of Bindabasini Temple, Devis Fall, Gupteshwar Cave and the Peace Stupa along with an hour boat ride on Phewa Lake. Bindabasini Temple: The Bindabasini Temple is located near Bagar, in Pokhara, Nepal. Legend relates this temple to the famous Bindhyabasini temple in Bindhyachal in Uttar Pradesh, India. King Siddhi Narayan Shah is believed to have Kaski's death brought the deity to Pokhara before the unification of Nepal. The Bindabasini temple is also located in the city of Birgunj, Nepal, which is believed to be connected to the temple of Pokhara. Here the goddess Bindabasini, sister of the goddess Durga, is worshipped. Fall of Devi: Locally known as Patale Chango (Fall of Hell), the fall of Devi (also known as Devin or David) is an impressive waterfall that lies about 2 km southwest of Pokhara Airport on the road to Tansen. An interesting modern legend says that a foreigner named David was swimming skinny in the Pardikhola (river) when the dam gates opened, dragging him into an underground passage under the fall, never to be seen again. Ghupteshwor Mahadev Cave: It is probably the longest and most attractive cave in South Asia, located in the pristine location of the northwestern part of Pokhara, a world-famous tourist destination in the Gandaki area and the Kaski district. The ancestors called this place the desolate Khatri Tara. Pagoda of World Peace: The Stupa of World Peace (Shanti Stupa shrine) was built as a symbol of peace. Located at the height of 1100 meters on Anadu Hill, Nichidatsu Fuji laid the foundation stone along with the relics of Buddha on September 12, 1973. From the stupa, we can have a fascinating view of Lake Fewa, the mountain range and Pokhara valley. We can have the exciting experience of cycling and trekking on the way to the stupa. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 07

Pokhara - Lumbini

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Lumbini and stay at the monastery. Lumbini: Lumbini is located in the south-central Terai of Nepal, located in the foothills of the Himalayas. Lumbini is the place where the Lord Buddha - the apostle of peace, and the Light of Asia was born in 623 B.C. The site (Lumbini Grove or Holy Zone) was described as a beautiful garden in the time of Buddha and still retains its legendary charm and beauty. Lumbini - where the Lord was born - is a piece of Heaven on Earth, where one could see the snow-capped mountains in in the middle of a splendid garden, encrusted with stupas and monasteries.' It has become a central point for hundreds of thousands of pilgrims. UNESCO declared Lumbini a World Heritage Site in 1997 A.D. Later this afternoon we will visit the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini. Witness of the night and the experience of the prayer ceremony followed by meditation with the monks in the monastery according to the monastery schedule. Dinner and accommodation at Lumbini Monastery. (Monastery guesthouse is with basic facilities).

Day 08

Lumbini - Monastery Stay

All day experience the activities of the monastery (according to the schedule of the monastery) and participate in prayers together with the monks. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and accommodation in the monastery of Lumbini.

Day 09

Lumbini - Bandipur

After breakfast at the Monastery drive to Bandipur and check-in at the hotel. Bandipur: The Newari town of Bandipur is one of the hidden gems of central Nepal. It combines traditional village architecture, epic Himalayan views, charming countryside walks, local adventure sports and excellent accommodations. It is also an ideal place to break the road between Pokhara and Kathmandu while getting a relaxing taste of rural Nepal in the process. It is a trade route between India and Tibet. It is famous for its Newari people and culture. Today its population is about 10,000 Newars. It is one of the best and most famous tourist destinations in Nepal. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10

Bandipur - Pharping

After breakfast, travel from Bandipur to Pharping and check-in at the monastery guesthouse. (Monastery guesthouse is with basic facilities). Witness of the night and the experience of the prayer and meditation ceremony with the monks according to the schedule of the monastery. Dinner and accommodation at Pharping Monastery

Day 11

Monastery stay in Pharping

Day 12

Pharping- Namobuddha Monastery

After breakfast, drive from Pharping to Namobuddha and check-in at the Monastery Guest House. (Monastery guesthouse is with basic facilities). Namobuddha: Namobuddha is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage places in Nepal, located 40 kilometers southeast of the Kathmandu Valley, situated at an altitude of 1750 m above sea level. Namobuddha is one of the most visited places near the Kathmandu Valley, perfect for short break for relaxation, as is far from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, with no pollution, and near the Kathmandu Valley, perfect for short break for relaxation, as it is far from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, with no pollution, and the air is so cool and fresh. Witness and experience of the prayer ceremony followed by meditation with the monks according to the monastery schedule. Dinner and accommodation at Namobuddha Monastery.

Day 13

Namobuddha - Kathmandu

After breakfast drive from Namobuddha to Kathmandu, upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Later this afternoon, return to Kathmandu and explore the Thamel area for last-minute shopping on foot. Tonight, enjoy a fine dinner with cultural entertainment in one of the local restaurants. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 14

Departure from Kathmandu

Breakfast at the hotel (depending on your flight schedule, breakfast is served from 7 am to 10 am). Departure time from the hotel 12 noon. On time transfer to Kathmandu International Airport to board your flight to the destination.

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