Pokhara: Half-Day Sarangkot Sunrise & Tibetan Cultural Tour

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ID: GYG1107539-1700856
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Country: Nepal

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

Start your morning with a spectacular Himalayan sunrise from Sarangkot before discovering the traditions, stories, and flavors of a Tibetan refugee community in Pokhara.
Start your morning with a breathtaking sunrise from Sarangkot, one of Pokhara’s most iconic viewpoints. Watch as the first light of day illuminates the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges, a truly unforgettable sight for nature lovers and photographers alike.

After the sunrise, continue your journey with a guided visit to a Tibetan refugee settlement in Pokhara. Here, you’ll enjoy a traditional Tibetan breakfast with a local family, tasting butter tea, roasted barley flour, and freshly made Tibetan bread.

Your Tibetan-born guide will take you deeper into the local culture as you visit a Buddhist monastery, meet a monk, and engage in a personal conversation to learn about Tibetan Buddhism and the daily life of monks in exile.

Throughout the tour, you’ll gain valuable insight into Tibetan refugee life, Buddhist philosophy, and cultural traditions that have been preserved for generations.

This half-day tour is ideal for travelers who wish to experience both natural beauty and cultural depth within a few memorable hours—making it far more than just a sunrise tour.

Highlights

  • Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot
  • Explore a Tibetan refugee settlement with a knowledgeable local guide
  • Gain insights into the lives, traditions, and resilience of the community
  • Taste the authentic Tibetan breakfast with at a local Tibetan family home.
  • Have personal conversation with a monk to learn about their daily monastic life.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking, so wear comfortable shoes.
Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.
Sunscreen is recommended for protection against the sun.
INCLUDED
  • Experienced Tibetan Cultural guide
  • Pick-up and Drop-off service (private transportation)
  • Visit a Tibetan refugee settlement.
  • Traditional Tibetan breakfast at a local Tibetan family home
  • Mineral water, tea & coffee
  • Conversation with a Buddhist monk to learn about monks' lives and the significance of Buddhist monks.
  • Sarangkot sunrise entrance fee.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Alchoholic Beverages
  • Personal cash
  • Extra charge for the pick up outside from the Lakeside area.

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.