Pokhara: Monastery and Tibetan Culture Walking Tour
ID: GYG1196853-1836847
Catégorie:
Pays: Népal
Durée du projet:
05:00 horaires
Description
Discover the spiritual heart of Pokhara on a day tour of monasteries and Tibetan culture. Visit Hemja, Matepani Gumba, and Chorepatan Monastery, and enjoy a guided walk through a Tibetan village.
Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Lakeside, Pokhara. Drive towards Hemja, enjoying views of the countryside, rivers, and green hills on the way.
Arrive in Hemja, home to two beautiful Buddhist monasteries set in a peaceful rural environment. Begin with a visit to the main Hemja Monastery, observing morning prayers, prayer wheels, murals, and learning about Buddhist rituals.
Continue on a gentle village walk between the monasteries, passing through farmland, local houses, mani walls, and prayer flags. Visit the second Hemja Monastery, smaller but equally serene, offering a more intimate experience of monastic life. This walking section provides deep cultural insight and a calm spiritual connection with nature.
Next, travel to Matepani Monastery, located on a hill overlooking Pokhara Valley. Explore one of Pokhara’s most important Tibetan monasteries. Learn about meditation practices, Tibetan Buddhism, and enjoy panoramic views of the city and surrounding hills.
Afterward, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant, savoring Nepali or Tibetan cuisine. Then, visit the Chorepatan Tibetan Monastery, situated within a traditional Tibetan refugee settlement. Explore the prayer hall, spinning prayer wheels, and sacred Buddhist art.
Finally, enjoy a guided walk through the Tibetan village, visiting local homes, handicraft stalls, and observing daily life, traditions, and culture. End your tour with a drive back to Lakeside and a drop-off at your hotel.
Faits saillants
- Immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of Hemja's monasteries
- Explore Matepani Gumba and enjoy panoramic views of Pokhara Valley
- Visit Chorepatan Monastery and learn about Tibetan Buddhism
- Enjoy a guided walk through a Tibetan village and observe daily life
- Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant with Nepali or Tibetan cuisine
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking
Bring a camera for photography
Sunscreen and Sunglass is recommended due to outdoor activities
Not suitable for people with mobility impairments
INCLUS
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Private, air-conditioned transportation
- Private guide
- Government tax and service charge
- Entry fees
- A bottle of mineral water
- Visits to Hemja Monasteries
- Visit to Matepani Gumba
- Visit to Chorepatan Monastery
- Guided Tibetan village walk
NON INCLUS
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Meals
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.