Adventure Friendship
Nepal Festival Celebration Tour
Trip ID: UM5694
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Celebrate Nepal’s major festivals with local families and communities.
- Visit UNESCO Heritage Sites — Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan, and Bhaktapur.
- Learn about Hindu and Buddhist rituals, art, and symbolism.
- Experience hands-on cultural activities: making garlands, painting tika, or lighting diyas.
- Attend traditional music and dance performances.
- Explore the cultural contrasts of Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Gain deeper insight into Nepali spirituality and harmony between religions.
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu – Welcome to Nepal’s Festive Spirit
- Meet and greet at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Evening cultural welcome dinner with traditional Nepali dance performance.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Note: The itinerary can be adjusted according to the festival calendar — for example, Dashain (Sept–Oct), Tihar (Oct–Nov), Holi (Feb–Mar), or Buddha Jayanti (Apr–May).
- Day 2 : Kathmandu Heritage and Festival Orientation
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square to learn about royal and religious traditions.
- Orientation session on Nepal’s major festivals and their significance.
- Explore Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) for insight into Buddhist rituals.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Day 3 : Participate in Local Festival Celebration (Festival Day)
- Depending on timing, participate in a festival event:
- 🪔 Tihar (Festival of Lights) – decorate with flowers, light diyas, and visit local homes.
- 🎨 Holi (Festival of Colors) – enjoy color celebrations in a safe, joyful setting.
- 🐐 Dashain – witness family blessings and animal offerings (non-violent options available).
- 🌕 Buddha Jayanti – visit Lumbini or attend Buddhist prayers at Swayambhunath.
- Learn from locals about cultural meanings and rituals.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Depending on timing, participate in a festival event:
- Day 4 : Bhaktapur & Patan – Art, Craft, and Tradition
- Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square, famous for its medieval architecture and living heritage.
- Join a pottery-making or mandala-painting workshop.
- Visit Patan Museum and Golden Temple to learn about Buddhist rituals.
Overnight in Patan.
- Day 5 : Drive to Pokhara (Approx. 6 hrs)
- Scenic drive to Pokhara with stops at small towns and temples.
- Evening walk by Phewa Lake and enjoy a lakeside festival atmosphere.
Overnight in Pokhara.
- Day 6 : Pokhara Cultural Exploration
- Visit Bindhyabasini Temple and Gupteshwor Cave.
- Learn about local Newari and Gurung traditions.
- Attend an evening cultural music show or local celebration (depending on timing).
Overnight in Pokhara.
- Day 7 : Return to Kathmandu – Farewell Cultural Dinner
- Drive or fly back to Kathmandu.
- Evening farewell dinner featuring Nepali folk dances and storytelling.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Day 8 : Departure Day – Carry the Festive Spirit Home
- Free morning for last-minute shopping or temple visits.
- Airport transfer for departure.
Trip Cost Inclusion
- All ground transportation and Airport transfers.
- 3 Star hotel accommodation with Daily breakfast.
- Private transfers, sightseeing tours and Festival participation arrangements.
- Cultural guide with festival expertise.
- One bottle of mineral water per person per day.
- Traditional farewell dinner.
- Entrance fees and local guide services.
Trip Cost Exclusion
- International flights and visa fees (Visa available upon arrival).
- Lunches/dinners not mentioned.
- Tips, beverages, and personal expenses.
- Tips for guides, drivers, and staff.
- Personal travel insurance.
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