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Stories From The Himalayas

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Narchyang, Jomsom, Kagbeni, Muktinath, Lubra, Hemjakot

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Narchyang, Jomsom, Kagbeni, Muktinath, Lubra, Hemjakot

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circuit

Where the Himalayas share their stories

Stories from the Himalayas is a 10-day immersive journey through Nepal’s living cultural landscapes, combining boutique hotels, community homestays, sacred Himalayan traditions, and meaningful local connections led by the Community Homestay Network.

Start

Kathmandu

Finish

Kathmandu

Type

Multi-day Community Tour

Duration

10 Days

Ages

8 and above

Destinaitons

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Narchyang, Jomsom, Kagbeni, Muktinath, Lubra, Hemjakot

Village Excursions

Paubha Painting in Patan with Traditional Lunch

Sound Healing and Dinner at Avata

Cooking Local Cuisine with Hosts

Hiking Boots

Hats / Caps

Sunscreen

Comfortable Clothes

Impact Footprint

Your Stay Our Story

This journey directly channels tourism income to rural communities through authentic homestay experiences in Narchyang and Hemjakot, ensuring that the economic benefits stay local and long-term.

You’ll engage with Nepal’s intangible heritage, from sacred Bon traditions to indigenous culinary traditions, helping preserve endangered cultural knowledge by valuing it through presence and participation.

Every night spent in a community homestay strengthens women’s voices in local tourism economies, supporting their autonomy and leadership.

Environmentally, this route minimizes impact by using overland logistics where necessary and avoiding helicopter or high-emission options.

Your presence fosters dialogue, dignity, and exchange; empowering hosts to become storytellers, entrepreneurs, and educators in their own right.

At its core, this is not just a familiarization trip. It’s an act of solidarity with the people and places that are redefining what responsible tourism looks like in Nepal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this trip different from a standard Nepal itinerary?

This journey is community-led and impact-driven. Instead of only visiting major tourist sites, travelers stay in women-run community homestays, engage with living cultural traditions like Bon spirituality and Paubha painting, and ensure tourism benefits remain within local communities.

What level of comfort can travelers expect on this trip?

The itinerary blends boutique hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara with authentic community homestays in Narchyang and Hemjakot. Hotels offer modern amenities, while homestays provide clean, simple rooms, shared facilities, and warm home-cooked meals for an immersive cultural experience.

Is this trip physically demanding?

The trip involves moderate activity, including village walks and optional hikes. The longest hike is to Upper Narchyang and the day hike to Lubra, both taken at a relaxed pace with ample rest. No technical trekking experience is required, making it accessible to most active travelers.

How does this trip support local communities?

Tourism revenue flows directly to host families, local guides, artisans, and women-led initiatives. Each homestay night strengthens women’s leadership, supports cultural preservation, and promotes sustainable livelihoods in rural Himalayan communities.

Who is this trip best suited for?

This journey is ideal for culturally curious travelers, responsible tourism advocates, and travel professionals seeking authentic, sellable experiences. It appeals to those who value meaningful connection, ethical travel, and deeper engagement with Nepal beyond traditional tourist routes.

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