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Day tour of Namobuddha Monastery & Phulbari Village
Tour Details
This cultural and social tour centers around the famous Namobuddha Monastery, one of Nepal’s most significant Buddhist sites. One can indulge in the gripping stories of Lord Buddha – the founder of Buddhism, who came here as a prince, and also revel in the breathtaking mountain views of the Himalayas. It also includes a short hike to the beautiful local village Phulbari which is a showcase for traditional Nepali craftsmanship, culture, and architecture with typical old houses, temples and monuments. Observing rural Nepal at its finest, with locals busily engaged in daily activities like farming, cattle rearing and preparing local foods and dishes in curiously unique and traditional methods will feel like a journey through time. They will be more than happy to engage with you and share if you are interested to try it out for yourself! Also, a visit to Namobuddha Resort will be very refreshing which has been applauded for its traditional Nepali housing décor using Earth mud and tiles and serving locally grown organic food from its own farm in its premises. These various facets make this trip nothing short of memorable!
Cost per person for a private tour (based on the number of participants)
- 1 person: US$ 199 net
- 2 to 3 persons: US$ 105 per person
- 4 to 6 persons: US$ 80 per person
Inclusions
- English speaking experienced culture and nature guide
- Private tourist standard vehicle for all transporation depending on group size
- Entrance fees
Exclusions
- Meals
- Any other expenses not mentioned above
Guidelines!
- A travel insurance policy that covers medical treatment is recommended for all tourists.
- Getting special vaccinations are not necessary when visiting Nepal.
- We provide a handy medical first aid kit while travelling anytime with us.
- We still recommend that you consult with your physician regarding special immunizing against any tropical disease.
- We recommend that you undertake training programs to be physically fit if you plan to go high-altitude trekking or mountaineering when you’re visiting Nepal.
- Please make sure that salads and fruits are washed with purified water or peeled when eating out.
Day 1,Sightseeing of Namobuddha Monastery & Hiking in Phulbari Village
We drive about an hour through the beautiful countryside to Dhulikhel, an ancient ethnic town and enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas. And then a short drive to Namobuddha Monastery for sightseeing. It is a very pleasant walk-around exploring the grounds. You can meditate, attend afternoon Puja (ritual) ceremony, talk to Ani (Woman Monk) about their ways of life and Buddhism.
Namo Buddha Monastery is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Nepal, with its famous Stupas and the Tiger’s Den. It is believed the ancient Buddha was born here as a prince and he selflessly sacrificed to feed a starving tiger with his own flesh. Located at the top of a hill, it overlooks important towns like Dhulikhel, Banepa and we also get a chance to see amazing views of the Himalayan range including Gaurishankar Himal on a clear day.
We then head to Namobuddha Resort, have lunch and relax, enjoying local organic tea along with the tranquil view of the resort
Namobuddha Resort, perched on a hilltop at 1800m, is an oasis of peace and tranquility. The resort is built in traditional Newari style, surrounded by organic farmland serving local and only vegetarian food, flower gardens and forest, where we encourage sustainable methods of cultivation as well as preserving the natural wildlife habitat. (http://www.namobuddharesort.com)
After lunch and some rest, we hike (1-2 hrs) to a nearby local Village of Phulbari. It is an ancient village of Newar ethnic community on the outer borderland of Kathmandu Valley. It is an interesting place to visit with traditional Nepalese buildings and temples each showcasing traditional Newari craftsmanship and artistic skill, alongside bare-brick houses with carved wooden windows. We observe rural Nepali lifestyle, culture and sustenance as villagers go by their daily activities. Locals are more than happy to engage with us and offer a taste of their special local drinks. After the hike, we return to the resort, relax a bit and drive back to Kathmandu with beautiful memories of Namobuddha.
Bhaskar
Bhaskar has been part of The Explore Nepal team since 1991 when he was 20 years old and is one of our most experienced trekking guides.
“I fell in love with trekking on my first trip to into the Himalayas. It was the Annapurna circuit trek, which remains my favourite trek in Nepal. The 360 degree views of the 8000+m mountains never fail to impress me. Whilst witnessing local cultures in the villages along the way, this trek is also well supplied with many comfortable accommodation options”.
Chandra
Chandra has been working with The Explore Nepal Group for over 25 years. He comes from Solukhumbu and has always loved the mountains. He is our cook for our camping trips and definitely makes your camping holiday in Nepal worthwhile with his amazing tasting food.
He says, “being remote and camping is what I love and also love to share what I cook.” He says, “being remote and camping is what I love and also love to share what I cook.”
Rup Naryan
Rup Narayan joined the company for his passion for outdoors in 1999 when he was 19. He is one of our teams most experienced rafting guides as well as having well over 1000 days of trekking in Nepal under his belt.
Aaman
A Kathmandu local, Aaman has great knowledge and love for Nepal’s capital city and the surrounding valley. He is passionate about sharing his Newari culture and enjoys exploring the city and Kathmandu valley with friends from all over the world”.
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Contact Details
Binayak Marg Kamaladi, Kathmandu Nepal
+977 1-5326130
+977 1-5347081
Mon - Fri | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
