Trip Overview
Kathmandu: The Beyond the Ordinary tour offers unique opportunities to immerse yourself in the rich culture and nature of Kathmandu and forge meaningful connections with the local communities.
Visit these destinations that are not frequented by other visitors and experience the warmth of the Nepalese community by staying together with the locals and experiencing Nepal from a local perspective.
Starting with Nagarkot Community Homestay, travel to a homestay close to green forests, clusters of waterfalls, and panoramic scenes. In the morning, practice Hatha yoga with an experienced local practitioner to relax your mind and body, and then go for a hike around the village. Walk through the forest with a magnificent view, visit the small clusters of waterfalls, and visit Jalpa Devi Temple, which is an important religious site for the locals.
A brief hike from Nagarkot to Nala and then travel onwards to Namobuddha, a sacred site for the Buddhist community, is an ideal blend of spiritual and natural beauty for cultural enthusiasts. The next day, enjoy a bike ride from Namobuddha to Panauti with picturesque hills in the background, accompanied by a local guide who will explain the history of the sacred pilgrimage site.
Panauti Community Homestay is a successful model of women empowerment and women-led community homestay. Experience dressing up in the local attire and cooking traditional Newari food for the Newari community at Panauti with the host family.
On the way back to Kathmandu, stop briefly at Kirtipur. Experience writing the ancient script Ranjana Lipi using a bamboo pen and ink on canvas paper. Traditional Newari drinks from an earthen cup and authentic Newari dishes, such as Sagun and Samay Baji, will be served to elevate your cultural experience. As the writing and feasting come to an end, the guests depart with their own Ranjana script framed as a special memento. After that, explore the town of Newari, which has remained very close to the heart of Kathmandu yet is not frequently visited by tourists. Explore the alleyways, with nearly every opening leading to a significant site or monument.
This trip is designed for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of Nepalese life. It offers a rich cultural immersion and the chance to form lasting connections with the local community.
