Trip Overview
Namaste! Welcome to a Journey That Means More
At Community Homestay Network (CHN), we invite you to experience travel that goes beyond sightseeing. We are a social enterprise redefining tourism in Nepal by connecting travelers with local communities through immersive, responsible, and meaningful experiences.
Working with over 50 villages across the country, our Community Circuits offer curated, multi-day journeys that celebrate culture, food, and craft—guided by the very people who call these places home. Hosted in warm, welcoming homestays and guided by locals—many of them women—these circuits are more than just holidays. They are transformative exchanges that generate real impact. We had the immense honor to be recognized as one of Time Magazine's 'The World’s Greatest Places of 2025'! This honor has strengthened our commitment to provide authentic cultural experiences and responsible tourism in Nepal.
Why Our Circuits Matter: Travel with Purpose
Our circuit is thoughtfully designed to offer local experiences with local people at the centre while also keeping your needs and comfort in mind. This mix lets you enjoy the familiar amenities of hotels with their own unique character while also experiencing the warmth and hospitality of Nepali homes across diverse cultures. Every circuit you join contributes directly to:
Safeguarding Indigenous Cultures: Your journey helps safeguard traditional customs, languages, festivals, and ways of life.
Address rural migration: Exploring travel options creates local employment and renews hope for the future in villages like Narchyang.
Empowering Women: Many of our hosts, guides, and even drivers are women—challenging norms and leading their communities through tourism.
Strengthening Local Economies: We ensure fair wages and community ownership, meaning your money stays where it’s most needed—in the communities.
Promoting Sustainable Practices: We say no to single-use plastics, use electric or hybrid vehicles where possible, and champion low-impact travel that respects the land.
Fostering Intergenerational Learning: Join locals in cooking traditional meals, learning age-old crafts, and hearing stories passed down through generations.
These aren’t just trips—they’re investments in people, culture, and the planet.
Real People. Real Impact.
In 2024 alone, we welcomed over 7,900 travelers from 45 countries, impacting 1,996 individuals, including 916 women across 28 communities. These travelers didn't just visit—they shared meals, built relationships, and contributed to long-term change.
Through tourism, we also provide training in leadership, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. To date, we've formed 46 partnerships with businesses, local governments, and impact-driven organizatons to further inclusive, community-led development.
By choosing this Community Circuit, you’re supporting livelihoods, celebrating culture, and becoming part of a movement.
Welcome to travel that transforms—for you and for the communities you visit.
More on the Trip
This immersive journey takes you from the ancient alleys of Kathmandu Valley to the remote highlands of Narchyang, blending culture, nature, and community-led experiences. From wellness experience through sound healing to wood carving in Bhaktapur, serene lakeside moments in Pokhara, and move forward with Annapurna Community trek through orange groves and rhododendron forests to the breathtaking Mohare Hill, each step invites deeper engagement with Nepal’s rich heritage and landscapes. The journey peaks in the peaceful Magar village of Narchyang, where visitors are welcomed into homes and traditions rarely seen on conventional routes. Along the way, travelers witness Nepal’s resilience, beauty, and warmth—whether it’s through a meal shared with a host, a sunrise viewed from the hills, or laughter exchanged during cooking lessons.
This trip isn't just about seeing Nepal—it’s about living it alongside the communities that call it home. Your visit directly supports women-led initiatives, community homestays, and traditional artisans, helping these communities flourish while preserving their unique identities. From participating in seasonal activities to learning age-old crafts, your involvement encourages pride and ownership within these destinations. This adventure leads you to a slow, thoughtful travel that leaves a meaningful impact on both traveler and host—nurturing a deeper connection with the places you visit and the people who shape them.
What Sets This Circuit Apart
Electric and hybrid vehicles wherever possible for lower emissions
Women in leadership
Community Homestays owned and operated by local communities
Farm-to-table meals, organic gardens, and local wine
Slow-paced travel that fosters deep connection and reflection
Trip Highlights
Start your trip by rejuvenating through sound healing session at Avata Wellness Center in Kathmandu.
Try your hand at the centuries-old craft of wood carving with local artisans in Bhaktapur.
Fly over scenic valleys to Pokhara, then trek through the Annapurna region and Magar villages to Mohare Danda.
Share farm-to-table meals and seasonal harvests in Narchyang Community Homestay.
Enjoy a peaceful sunrise at Mohare Hill with panoramic views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri.
Participate in cooking, farming, and cultural exchange in Magar homestays.
Visit Upper Narchyang- the original settlement of the Pun community at Narchyang.
Explore Patan’s living museum of temples, courtyards, and artisan quarters.
Trip Cost Includes
Airport arrival and departure transfers
All local ground transportation
Permit for the Annapurna Region
Accommodation in hotels and community homestays as per itinerary
Meals as mentioned (daily breakfasts, some lunches and dinners)
Guided activities and immersive cultural experiences: sound healing, wood carving, farming, cooking classes, hiking, etc.
Local Guide for Upper Narchyang Hike
Wood Carving Experience followed by Bhaktapur Sightseeing tour
English speaking licensed trekking guide throughout the trip
Trip Cost Does not Include
International airfare to/from Nepal
Nepal visa fees
Domestic flights (e.g. Kathmandu–Pokhara sector) Note: pricing for flights or alternative options (tourist bus/private vehicle) will be offered at the time of booking
Personal travel insurance
Entrance fees, and community fees as applicable
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and homestay hosts
Personal expenses such as drinks, snacks, laundry, and souvenirs
Emergency evacuation or medical costs (if required)
Any services not mentioned under “What’s Included”
