Tour code: IH/CST/02
Duration : 11 Days / 10 Nights
Destination: Kathmandu, Sindhupalchowk, Lapsiphedi
Activities: Culture & Study Tour
Hotel Category: Standard
Accommodation: Hotel and Local House
Transportation: Private and Local transfer
Best Season: Anytime of the year
This program takes you to Sindhupalchowk, a picturesque mountainous district lying on the Nepal-Tibet border, that was devastated by the 2015 earthquake. Hugging cliffs, mountainsides or perched atop mountains, most villages that fall under this district has been badly affected by landslides triggered by the quake. Some villages have been wiped out completely. The inhabitants of these villages are trying their best to rebuild their lives. As a local tourism company, we at ‘Everest Nepal’ have been trying our best to help out the villagers by reviving rural tourism through the introduction of village & cultural tours. By taking this tour, you will not only learn about the village culture but you will also boost the village economy.
A day’s excursion at Lapsiphedi, a Tamang village situated on Kathmandu valley’s rim will reward with amazing sight of the surrounding mountains, including the Himalayas (if the weather is clear!).
In Kathmandu, a visit to World Heritage Sites that were damaged partially or wholly by the earthquake will give you an idea about the intensity and force of the devastating earthquake. Wind up your tour with a visit to an orphanage and interacting with the kids
Kathmandu
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu – Meeting with Co-ordinator & free at your own leisure
Day 3: Transfer to Sindhupalchowk for observation
Day 4: At Sindhupalchowk
Day 5: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 6: Drive to Lapsiphedi, Village Walk
Day 7: Himalayan view from Lapsiphedi and back to Kathmandu
Day 8: Visit world heritage sites affected by earthquake
Day 9: Orphanage Visit/ Interaction with kids
Day 10: Free
Day 11: Depart Kathmandu
Day 1– Arrive Kathmandu
Transfer from airport to hotel. A representative from our office will be there to receive you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. At the hotel you will be briefed on your itinerary.
Day 2– Kathmandu – Meeting with Co-ordinator & free at your own leisure
Today you will meet the Tour Co-ordinator who will apprise you with the condition of the village you will visit and relay some basic instructions (dos & don’ts) while on the tour. After the meeting, you are free to spend the day as you wish.
Day 3– Drive to Sindhupalchowk (3-4 hours)
After an early breakfast we drive to Sindhupalchowk. Lying close to Nepal-Tibet border, Sindhupalchowk lies just a couple of hours drive from Kathmandu. Driving north-east on the Arniko Highway, we pass picturesque Newari farms and undulating mountain scenery till we reach Sindhupalchowk. At the village, we will be staying at a local home. After refreshments, we settle down and rest for a while. After a brief rest we explore the village.
Day 4– At Sindhupalchowk
Today we explore more of the village and interact with the villagers.
Day 5– Drive back to Kathmandu
After an early breakfast we bid farewell to our host and the villagers and make our way back to Kathmandu.
Day 6– Drive to Lapsiphedi, Village Walk
After an early breakfast we take a delightful ride to Lapsiphedi- a scenic mountain-top Tamang village located 20 km from Kathmandu. We stay at a local home. After refreshments, we explore a bit of the village. There’s a tea-garden and we up hike there to enjoy the view and bask in the beauty of the verdant tea estate.
Day 7– Himalayan view from Lapsiphedi and back to Kathmandu
After enjoying the Himalayan view from the village we board the vehicle and journey back to Kathmandu.
Day 8– Kathmandu – Visit Boudhanath, Patan Durbar Square
Today we visit World heritage sites of Boudhanth stupa and Patan Durbar Square. Boudhanath is the largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal and an important centre of Tibetan Buddhism. The top portion of the stupa was destroyed by the 2015 earthquake. Restoration work is underway.
Patan is one of Kathmandu’s three medieval kingdoms and Patan Durbar Square was once the royal seat of power of the Malla dynasty. The Durbar Square is dotted with temples, monasteries, and a royal palace complex that dates back to the medieval era.
Day 9– Orphanage Visit/ Interaction with kids
Today we visit an orphanage and interact with the kids.
Day 10– Free Day
You can spend this day as you like. Evening, enjoy a complimentary traditional Nepali feast and a lively Nepali cultural programme.
Day 11– Depart Kathmandu
Our representative will drop you at the airport on time to catch your return flight.
