3 Days Ropain Festival at Kirtipur

Duration3 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Nepal's population is predominantly composed of farmers. The Ropain festival, celebrating the planting of rice seedlings, brings people together for joyful activities in the fields, including planting and playing in the mud.

Ropain creates a lively atmosphere that unites families and the community in fieldwork, allowing for a blend of productive work and playful moments. Amid the activities, there's time for traditional food to recharge.

This festival provides an excellent opportunity to learn rice planting while making lasting memories with the local people. In Kirtipur, a charming Newari town near Kathmandu, you'll discover traditional architecture, cultural sites, and the chance to learn the ancient Newari script, "Ranjana Lipi." Don't forget to enjoy a traditional Newari meal, "Samay Baji," for a complete experience.

What's included

Two night stay at Kirtipur Community Homestay
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Ranjana Lipi and Aila Experience
Two-way Transfers from and to Kathmandu

Personal Expenses
Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
Expenses which may arise due to circumstances beyond control of Community Homestay Network

What to expect

Day 1: Welcome to Kirtipur Community Homestay

Kirtipur
8h

Upon arrival at Kirtipur Community Homestay, a warm welcome awaits you with a traditional Sagun ceremony, a Newari custom. Following lunch with the host family and a brief rest, you'll explore the town's history, visit temples, and meander through its alleys.

In the evening, you'll learn to write Ranjana Lipi, the ancient Newari script, using bamboo pens and ink. Aila, a local beverage, will be sampled. The day concludes with a typical welcome meal and the highlight – a Samay Baji set, offering an assortment of authentic Newari dishes. This experience offers a rich immersion into Newari culture.

Day 2: Rice Plantation

Kirtipur
8h

Following breakfast, you'll head to the fields while receiving insights about the festival's significance from the locals. You'll then change into appropriate field attire and be instructed by locals on planting rice seedlings, adopting their methods. In the midst of this, you'll enjoy a customary festival meal, providing a chance to grasp rice planting and create lasting memories with the community.

Note:
You are suggested to bring a spare cloth, as you shall be playing in the mud with locals in the field!

Day 3: Departure

Kirtipur
2h

Shortly after having warm breakfast prepared by the host, you will be departing back to Kathmandu.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Head east from the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Continue till you see Narayan Hiti Pond to your right and walk on till two blocks ahead. You will find the Community Homestay Network's signboard at the end of a street. Please enter the street and continue straight till you see our office to your left.

End point

Head east from the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Continue till you see Narayan Hiti Pond to your right and walk on till two blocks ahead. You will find the Community Homestay Network's signboard at the end of a street. Please enter the street and continue straight till you see our office to your left.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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