Buddhist Pilgrimage Day Tour

 Kathmandu valley has been the central pivot of Buddhism for long. Buddhist pilgrimage tour with Annapurna encounter takes you to elephantine embowed shaped stupas which highlight the Buddhist circuit tour, a day long. One can scrutinize lots of interesting facts about the every stupas included in the tour.  Also known as the ‘Lhasa Monastery’ or ‘Khasti Monastery’ it is believed that the last remains of Sage Kashyap was cremated in Boudhanath. Boudha was considered as the trade route between Nepal and Tibet in the past. The pleasant Walk between Boudhanath and Gokarna leads you to Kapan Monastery founded by Lama Thubten Yeshe who died in 1984, leading to the worldwide search of his reincarnation after his death.

The tour allows you to experience traditional Tibetan Buddhism at self-emerged Buddhist shrine also known as Swayambhunath since no concrete historical evidences regarding who built this monastery are found. You can also overlook the spectacular scenario of Kathmandu Valley from Swayambhunath.

Tucked away in the Himalayas of Nepal, amidst the most scenic area there lies a Buddhist Monastery named Neydo Tashi Choeling in Pharping, just 22km away from the heart of Kathmandu. It is said that it is the mundane place to relax and unwind all the hustle and bustle of life and an easy get away for a short break.

itinerary

7:00 AM- Journey Starts from Thamel

8:00 AM- Pilgrimage tour of Boudhanath, and Kapan Monastery

12:00 PM – Swayambhunath visit and Sightseeing

2:00 PM –Tour of Pharping Monastery.

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Home Stay at Sirubari

Sirubari with a home stay a wonderful place to be as this charming village is colourful and warm, with friendly locals, Sirubari daily life is farming in this community village. Sirubari, located in district of Syangja which is southwest with about two hours drive from Pokhara and then a pleasant walk to the village at Sirubari.

Sirubari perched on a hill ridge at 1,700m.The climate is ideals at all times of the years with no show ever falling in the village itself.

The best time between Septembers to June, the huts and houses are mainly built from local materials and well constructed and comfortable. The wonderful impression of the village is a warm and welcoming feel to it and the walking path around the villages are paved stones.

The climate around this village is pleasant with warm sunshine, in May 2001 Sirubari in connection with Nepal Tourism Board was awarded the PATA Gold award in recognitions of its efforts preserving it tradition culture and heritage of Nepali way of life.
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Home Stay at Lwang Village with Annapurna Himalaya

Annapurna Encounter welcomes for a visit with home stay at Lwang village located beneath the massif Annapurna Himalaya and towering peaks of Mt. Machhapuchhre “Fish Tail” this is another typical charming village with Gurung and other mid hills tribes, they are mostly farmers and most of the men’s are enlisted in the British, Indian and Nepali army famous for their outstanding gallantry since last 1st & 2nd world wars.

So, this visit Homestay at Lwang village home of the famous, legendry Gorkha’s, visit to Lwang Home Stay leads to unspoiled traditional Gurung tribe’s lifestyle, staying in the comfort of cozy huts made out of local materials and observe the daily farm life of this Gurung community, this village located in the high green hill surrounded with, rivers, streams, waterfalls and green forests in the laps of stunning Mt. Machhapuchhre “The Fish Tail” at 6,693 meters, Mt. Annapurna I at 8,091m, Annapurna II at 7,939 m Mt. Annapurna IV at 7,525m, and range of adjoining peaks. Lwang village just an hour drive from the suburb of Pokhara valley and its city, leading through quaint town and farm villages, lying on the route to Mardi Himal and to Annapurna trekking destinations.

The village is highly famous for the organic tea gardens; Lwang with mix hill tribes of Brahmin, Chhetri, Gurung, Blacksmith, Tamang, Newar people. Thus, the visitors will have a great opportunity to experience the culture of people of various races and castes.

The home stay huts in small stone roofs with clean lanes and surrounding, served with typical Nepali food ( dal, rice, curry) and local chicken, alcohol made from local millet, cultural events and shows.

Homestay in Lwang an experience of local culture with scenery of tea gardens with Annapurna Himalaya backdrop merged with typical mixed cultures and traditions.
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Home Stay at Ghale-gaon

Annapurna Encounter welcomes for a visit with home stay at Ghale-gaon in the eastern Annapurna area, beneath the large Lamjung Himal with Manaslu mountain range, this is another typical charming village with Gurung tribes, they are mostly
farmers and most of the men’s are enlisted in the British, Indian and Nepali army famous for their outstanding gallantry since last 1st & 2nd world wars.

So, this visit Homestay at Ghale-gaon home of the famous, legendry Gorkha’sVisit to Ghalegaun Home Stay leads to unspoiled traditional Gurung tribe’s lifestyle, staying in the comfort of cozy huts made out of local materials and observe the daily farm life of this Gurung community, this village located in the high green hill surrounded with, rivers, streams, waterfalls and green forests in the laps of Western Himalaya with stunning views of towering Mt. Machhapuchhre “The Fish Tail” at 6,693 meters, Mt. Annapurna I at 8,091m, Annapurna II at 7,939 m Mt. Annapurna IV at 7,525m, Lamjung Himal, Boudha Himal 6,974m, Himalchuli 6,747m and with range of adjoining peaks.

Cultural Attractions:
Ghalegaun is a model village for experiencing the typical culture and lifestyles of the Gurung people. Traditional customs are still followed during births, deaths, marriages and in other rituals. Age old cultural dances like Jyaure, Serka, Dohori, Ghatu, Sorathi, Jankri etc are performed on various occasions accompanied by different musical instruments and with the dancers in traditional dress. Visitors to Ghalegaun are welcomed with offering of garlands and tika while music and dances are performed and traditional farewell songs are sung when guests depart. Nepali New Year and Buddha Jayanti are celebrated with traditional dance called Ghatu. The people of Ghalegaun keep goats and sheep and use wool from these animals to make woolen products. They make clothes and bags from nettle fiber (Allo Cloth) and scarf, towels and shawls from the wool of angora rabbits. Ironsmiths make different iron products. Craftsmen produce a whole of different products from bamboo.
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Home Stay at Gatlang in laps of Langtang Himal

A great homely environment trip in the laps of Langtang Himal on Tamang Heritage Trail, Home Stay at Galang with the Annapurna Encounter special program leads you close to Tibet border.

Homestay at Gatlang provides natural and wildlife within Nepal's 2nd largest and 1st Langtang National Park; with its rich culture and mountain scenery of Langtang and Ganesh Himal which lies close to Galang area. Home Stay at Gatlang a chance to stay and travel within the famous Tamang Heritage Trail.

This fascinating trip takes you through mid hills and to remote Tamang traditional villages for unique home stay.
This impressive Gatlang Home Stay program offers striking views of Nagthali Ghyang, Langtang, Kerung, and the Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal ranges.

Home Stay at Gatlang with local ancient culture starting with a drive an interesting scenic journey all the way to Syaprubeshi, about 137 km away from Kathmandu, from this nice Tamang village of Syabrubesi beginning the trip to Galang with a day hike with tremendous scenery. On reaching Gatlang with warm welcome adorn with Buddhist silk scarf Khada and taste the local brew “chang” and transfer to its local accommodation in huts and cottage, with an experience of a life time enjoying the local way of life its rich culture, traditions, religions visiting the hot spring nearby after a most memorable time return back to Kathmandu with a drive from Syabrubesi.
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Home Stay at Bandipur

The mid hills town village of Bandipur located just an hour drive away from Kathmandu / Pokhara main highway in district of Tanahun, which is143 k.m west of Kathmandu and 74 km south east of Pokhara and 07 k.m south above Dumre Bazar from the main highway.

This large village nearly a town with a cultural diversity of old Newari hill town, unspoiled by modern day life with an old traditional houses, temples of great significance and architecture.
This medieval town with festival round the year. Beside Newari people with other hill tribes Magar, Gurung, Brahmin, Chetri, Damai and Sarki villages includes the variety of cultural diversity in Bandipur.

Special Attractions:

A tourist nature paradise overlooking incredible expanse of Marshyangdi river which cascades and takes a sharp turn eastward on its way to join the Trisuli river at Mug ling

Located in central areas of mixed canopy of pine and Sal forest and lush terraced fields
It offers a breath-taking sweep of the Himalayan range from Langtang in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west

From the hilltops view of far Manakamana and Gorkha to the east great Chitwan plains to the south, the view of striking sunshine and sunset from Tundikhel and Gurungche hill offers fascinating scenery.

Diversity of flora and fauna of Bandipur offers more than 200 species of forest plants, 70 species of birds, 35 species of wild life.

Siddha cave (probably the biggest cave in Asia) 18 feet width and 50 feet high situated north of Bandipur to explore makes an exciting adventure. After entrance to huge and dark where numerous sub trails, gorge and holes created by waterfalls, rock cliffs carved in different magical figures, deep wide and long size of cave attracts the tourists. One can study stalagmite structure. It is said that this cavern has not been fully explored.

Another mysterious cave called “Patalidwar” (a.k.a gateway to hell) which holds religious significance for the locals is waiting for tourists to explore the geological marvel.

Similarly Rock climbing at very steeply slopes and high rocky steeps, delightful eco trekking routes and sightseeing by walks are other exciting adventures stored in Bandipur

Bandipur programs & activities:

Green excursion with sightseeing and Himalaya Mountain views.
Typical and exotic cultural dances, songs and foods
Homes stay in typical home with hospitality
Cave exploration with experienced nature guides/geologists
Rock climbing, cycling, interaction with local culture, society and organizations
Historical and ancient Newari civilization, temples / religious heritage visits
Wildlife, bird watching and vegetation
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Some Adventurous Activities Of Nepal

Ultra light Aircraft

Amazing scenic ride on Ultra light aircraft, taking off from popular picturesque Pokhara city airport, with spectacular scenery of all beautiful pristine lakes in Pokhara, snow capped mountains from Dhaulagiri, Annapurna to Manaslu range of mountains including the majestic peak Machhapuchhre “ Fish Tail” in close distance and pretty villages.

This is truly an ideal and best way to see life from a new perspective angle; the Ultra Light aircraft flights take place from sunrise to 11 a.m. and from 3 p.m. to sunset every day during seasonal months except mid June to August 
and truly depending upon whether conditions.

Paragliding

Para Gliding the most popular area for this glide, being the popular tourist spot at Pokhara, the main paragliding area from Sarankot hill top which is about 40 minutes drive from Pokhara city valley, commanding views of 3 of the worlds 8000m peaks with friendly and constant conditions for your paragliding holiday.

Cannoning

Nepal offers another water sports Cannoning, abseiling from the torrent waterfalls which is gaining popularity among the adventurous people this adventure can be done in a few hours which involves walk or hike to the water falls spots.

Kayaking and clinic:

Nepal offers another challenge in water sports kayaking on the torrent raging glacial rivers for the experts in Kayaking and water sports. For people who want to know about Kayaking in Kathmandu or at Pokhara there are several Rafting Companies offering a day to a week course for interested people.

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