Experiential Career Break trip to Nepal for Gap year and Sabbatical travelers

4.2 (5 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
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Duration9 days
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Hand-weaved for professionals on career breaks, this tour is to share Nepal's cultural, historical, spiritual, religious, and nature marvels with those who are in need of such in 9 daylights.

From the popular Bouddhnath Stupa to the unheard Bajrayogini Temple, from panoramic Nagarkot to spiritual Namo Buddha, from crowded streets of Kathmandu to peaceful alleys of Panauti Village, from exploration with locals to dining with monks, this eight days tour is full of experience.

Above all, it is different than all other travel experiences in Nepal. We say it is a "life-changing experience".

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal Expenses

What to expect

Day 1: First Day, Explore the city with an expert Local Guide
  1. Swaymbhunath
    45m
    AKA Monkey Temple, Swayambhunath Temple is a religious stupa atop a hill in Kathmandu Valley. As per records, it was consecrated around 464-505 CE and renovated many times throughout the history.

    It is a major pilgrimage site for both Hindu and Buddhist followers. For Buddhists, it is one of the most sacred sites. A circular walk around the stupa by whipping prayer wheels is a good experience.

    Visitors can embrace the spiritual and cultural importance of the place. Alongside, they can enjoy a great panoramic view of Kathmandu.
  2. 10m
    The next stop is Shobha Bhagwati, a shrine dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Bhagawati. Built-in Nepalese Pagoda Style, the temple hosts an important celebration during Dashian.

    Around the temple area, you will find nine statues that show nine different aspects of Goddess Durga. The temple is on the banks of the Bishnumati River. Hence, you will also see Hindu Cremation practice.

    A moment by the temple is blessed with noble spiritual energy and vibrance. Also, it is also one of the most peaceful shrines in Kathmandu.
  3. 10m
    Our local expert guide guides you some more less explored interesting places like this day and finally take to to another UNSCO world heritage site, Kathmandu Durbar Square.
  4. 20m
    You differently smell this street which leads you to Kathmandu durbar Square. The smell is from Ayurveda natural medicine stores which are on the both side of street. if you want you can step in one and ask something about or can buy or look more
  5. Kathmandu Durbar Square
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    UNESCO world heritage site. Palace of old Kathmandu kingdom. Square of Many different temples and shrine.
  6. Kumari Chowk
    10m
    Kumari is a little lady known as living Goddess. You can visit her house ( temple) and also possible to meet if we reach accurate time. But she doesn't speak with us.
  7. Hanuman Dhoka
    45m · Admission ticket included
    It is historical museum of kingdom of Katntipur (Kathmandu)
  8. Indra Chowk
    Pass by
    local Market specially wearings and Nepali cultural traditional fashion.
  9. Asan
    20m
    Walking street with local market for everyone for everything. Local fruits, vegetables, traditional dray vegetables, meats, fish, pickles etc. everything small to groceries finds here to sell and buy.
Day 2: Drive a little bit and walk out of the city
  1. 30m
    World's largest Tibetan Stupa, surrounded by monasteries and Silk Thangka Painting school. You will be remembering the melody of "Om Mane Padhme Hum" and glimpse of colorful praying flags on the top of Stupa after making round through right side and climb up half of the biggest stupa of the world.
  2. 1h
    Bajra and Yogini together is Bajrayogini, which means very strong woman. Bajra means strong and Yogini means female yogi. it has a very interesting true story in locality and you will be visiting this place and find the proves of it with our local guide. After visiting this place probably you feel yourself more strong and we start hiking to a hill.
  3. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Then you will hike to Jaharsingh Pauwa, a famous hill station near Kathmandu. Reaching the top, you will enjoy enticing views of the Himalayas and adjacent landscapes.
Day 3: Breathtaking Sunrise View and Panaorama Hike
  1. Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail
    1h · Admission ticket included
    In the morning, embracing the mountain displays, you will hike towards Nagarkot, the most popular hill station near Kathmandu. Ambling via villages, hills, terrace fields, and woods, you will reach Nagarkot.

    Nagarkot will welcome you with a panoramic view of the Himalayas. You will visit the view tower of Nagarkot to relish the 360 degree view.
  2. 3h
    After enjoying the sunset view from Nagarkot, you will hike to Ghimire Village, a local village in the foothills. You will get a friendly welcome in the village. You will spend time living the local village life amid the locals. A great local life experience.
Day 4: Explore with Locals like Locals
  1. 5h
    You will start the day with a visit to a Monastery & several historical local temples. The locals will guide you around the places and explain interesting facts. After that, you will wander to the virgin and hidden places near the village. The whole day will be with locals around the local places.
  2. Nagarkot to Dhulikhel Hiking
    3h
    After wrapping up the village visit, you will prepare for the evening hike to Dhulikhel, another popular hill station, via villages, and the greenery of the valley. On a clear day, you will also witness amazing mountains in the backdrop. In all, you will have a refreshing walk to Dhulikhel.
Day 5: Lunch, Dinner and Stay with Monks
  1. Namobuddha
    4h
    You will hike to Namo Buddha from Dhulikhel to learn about the life of monks at the monastery. Namo Buddha is a nestling place of an imperative Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery. You will spend a tranquil time at the monastery with the monks. You'll even have lunch and dinner and the night stay with them.
Day 6: Learn and Meditate with Monks
  1. Namobuddha
    6h
    In the morning, enjoying the mountain panorama, you will descend to a nearby village for a morning hike with the monks. After that, you will return to the monastery to learn the daily lifestyle of the monks, including meditation. Overall, you will have a special day.
Day 7: Explore Historical and Picturesque Panauti Village
  1. Panauti
    3h
    You will explore Panauti Village, a historical town full of temples dating to the 15th century. In this timeless town, you will find 40 iconic temples dedicated to different deities. The town is full of things that are explorable, from houses to streets.
  2. Panauti Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    While exploring the town's magical ambiance, you will also visit the Panauti Museum located inside the serene Indreshwor Temple. You will eye the mastery of stone, and wooden arts inside the gallery that are evolved in the community. This visit will take you further back in the time.
Day 8: Immerse in Diverse Culture and Heritage of Bhaktapur
  1. Bhaktapur
    3h
    Bhaktapur, City of Devotees, is the next stop on the tour. You will drive to the city to experience the extraordinary heritage tapestry of the town. Alongside, there is the whole Newari town full of life, culture, food, tradition, and history.
  2. Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is dotted with impressive temples and architecture. Nyatapola, a five-storied temple, is the major one. A walk in the square is enough to take us back to the ancient time and great architecture.
Day 9: Back to Kathmandu or drop to Airport
  1. Kathmandu
    2h
    The last day of the tour. You will spend the day as you wish. There are some places you might want to visit. Or you can visit local shops to buy souvenirs.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Head north on Amrit Marg/Tridevi Marg toward Bhagawan Bahal Marg. After that, turn left onto Bhagawan Bahal Marg and turn right onto Thamel Marg. Next, Bhagabati Marg, and turn right onto Chaksibari Marg, and the destination, Kathmandu Grand Hotel, will be on the left.

Meeting point

Head south on Amrit Marg/Tridevi Marg toward Thamel Dabali Marg before turning right onto Thabahi Rd. Next, Turn left onto Thamel Marg and then turn right onto JP Marg. When you turn right onto Paknajol Marg, the destination, Dom Himalaya Hotel, will be on the right.

End point

Head north on Amrit Marg/Tridevi Marg toward Bhagawan Bahal Marg. After that, turn left onto Bhagawan Bahal Marg and turn right onto Thamel Marg. Next, Bhagabati Marg, and turn right onto Chaksibari Marg, and the destination, Kathmandu Grand Hotel, will be on the left.

End point

Head south on Amrit Marg/Tridevi Marg toward Thamel Dabali Marg before turning right onto Thabahi Rd. Next, Turn left onto Thamel Marg and then turn right onto JP Marg. When you turn right onto Paknajol Marg, the destination, Dom Himalaya Hotel, will be on the right.

Pickup details

Please provide us with your flight details if you request us to pick you up from the airport. Likewise, let us know the name of your Hotel in Kathmandu for the hotel pickup.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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