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Adventure Friendship

Destination Nepal

Duration 9 Days

Difficulty Easy Persons

Group Size 2-30

Maximum Altitude 1600m.

Best Time Around the year

Activities Family and Educational Tour

Accommodation Hotel

Meals Breakfast

Transportation Private Vehicle

Start from Kathmandu

End at Kathmandu

Trip Overview

Trip Highlight

Stay with welcoming local families in traditional Nepalese homes.
Participate in daily village activities like cooking, farming, or craft-making.
Visit local schools for cultural exchange and community interaction.
Explore Kathmandu’s heritage sites and ancient temples.
Enjoy the old-world charm of Bandipur, a hilltop cultural town.
Experience Pokhara’s natural beauty with lake boating and peaceful walks.
Learn about Nepali traditions, festivals, and lifestyles through hands-on experiences.
Ideal for families, students, volunteers, and educational travelers.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu
- Warm welcome at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to hotel.
- Evening orientation about Nepal’s diverse culture and exchange program goals.
- Dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with cultural performance.
  Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 2 : Explore Kathmandu’s Cultural Heritage
- After breakfast,
- Guided tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, and Pashupatinath Temple.
- Learn about the fusion of Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
- Visit a local art or craft center to meet artisans and observe their skills.
  Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 3 : Drive to Panauti (Approx. 2 hrs) – Village Homestay
- After breakfast, Travel to Panauti, an ancient Newari town known for its warm homestay experiences.
- Welcome by host families and introduction to community life.
- Participate in cooking local dishes or helping in the kitchen garden.
- Evening walk through the heritage town with your local guide.
  Overnight in Panauti Homestay.
Day 4 : Cultural Immersion and School Visit
- After breakfast, Morning visit to a local school for a cultural exchange program — interact with students, share stories, and enjoy traditional music or games.
- Afternoon free to explore or join host family in daily village tasks.
- Enjoy an evening community dinner with local music and dancing.
  Overnight in Panauti Homestay.
Day 5 : Drive to Bandipur (Approx. 6–7 hrs)
- After breakfast, Scenic drive through the hills to Bandipur, a beautifully preserved hilltop town.
- Explore the town’s Newari architecture, temples, and viewpoints.
- Engage in a short discussion with locals about rural tourism and conservation.
  Overnight in Bandipur.
Day 6 : Bandipur to Pokhara (Approx. 3 hrs)
- Morning free to enjoy the peaceful surroundings or visit a local weaving or craft center.
- After breakfast, Continue drive to Pokhara, the city of lakes.
- Evening boat ride on Phewa Lake and visit Barahi Temple, which is located middle of biggest lake.
  Overnight in Pokhara.
Day 7 : Pokhara
- Optional early morning visit to Sarangkot Viewpoint for sunrise over the Himalayas.
- After breakfast, Visit Bindhyabasini Temple on the way back. Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit International Mountain Museum, Davis Falls, and Gupteshwor Cave etc. Evening, Free time for shopping.
  Overnight in Pokhara
Day 8 : Return to Kathmandu
- Drive back to Kathmandu.
- Free for personal activities. Walk around tourist market, Thamel.
  Overnight in Kathmandu
Day 9 : Departure
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.