Morning Small-Group Tour of Pokhara’s Tibetan Settlement
Pokhara is home to a significant Tibetan population, who are eager to teach visitors about their culture, history, religion, medicine, and cuisine. In the company of a local Tibetan guide, visit Pokhara’s Tibetan settlement. Tour the Jangchub Choeling Tibetan Buddhist monastery and eat lunch at a local restaurant. Learn more about Tibetans in contemporary Nepal by spending the morning with them.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy tasty momos and thukpa for lunch
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓Hotel transfers are included, for your convenience
- ✓An ideal tour for curious travelers interested in culture and history
What you'll see & do
- ✓Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour. Departure: 05:30 a.m. Join the Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara with Mr. Thupten Gyatso, a knowledgeable guide. Gain insight into Tibetan culture, religion, and refugee life in Nepal. His passion for sharing Tibetan heritage ensures an enriching exploration. * Visit a Tibetan Refugee settlements near Pokhara valley. * Attend early morning Buddhist monk prayer chanting with the monks and hear the horns, drums, conch shell, trumpet, bell etc used during the prayer. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives.
- ✓* Visiting a local Tibetan family and get taste of a Tibetan food. * Get ready to experience the rich flavors of Tibetan cuisine with a visit to a local Tibetan home for breakfast. * Our guide, Mr. Thupten, will introduce you to the delicious world of Tibetan food, sharing the history and cultural significance of each dish. * Authentic Experience: Delight in traditional Tibetan dishes, and immerse yourself in the warmth and hospitality of a Tibetan family. * This is a unique opportunity to savor authentic Tibetan flavors while gaining a deeper appreciation for the culture and traditions behind the food.
- ✓* You will visit a beautiful Buddhist monastery where you will meet with a young monk eager to share insights into monastic life and education. * Interactive Experience: Feel free to ask questions to deepen your understanding of Buddhist traditions and the monks' daily lives. * Capture the Moment: You're welcome to take photos and videos during your visit, capturing the serene beauty of the monastery and its surroundings.
- ✓* You will visit another Buddhist monastery and learn the meanings of different Buddhist signs and symbols that are so important in their daily life such as prayer wheels, prayer flags, stupas, etc. * We will enter inside the monastery learn and see things inside the monastery. One can also take photos and videos inside and around the monastery.
- ✓Our tour guide Mr. Thupten will take you to the another Tibetan village where we will discover below activities. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives. * Explore Tibetan Schools and their educational system. *Visit a carpet workshop to see how Tibetan carpets are made by hand. Our tour guide Mr. Thupten, will take you through the process, explaining each step in detail. * Visit the carpet showroom to explore a variety of Tibetan carpets with unique designs and colors. * Discover the history of Tibetan refugees at a photo gallery. * Meet a Tibetan doctor and gain insights into Tibetan medicine and have first hand experience of pulse reading. * Enjoy an authentic Tibetan lunch at a local restaurant. *We also provide gluten-free food such as plain rice and veg/non veg curry * Return back to lakeside at 2 pm. A rich and immersive experience into Tibetan culture awaits!
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We serve vegetarian/non vegetarian food as well as gluten-free food.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
We provide free pick-up and drop-off services for guests staying in hotels within the Lakeside area. For hotels located outside Lakeside, a small additional transportation fee will apply based on the hotel’s location. Please share your hotel name and room number once you have booked. Any applicable transportation fee can be paid directly after the tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Morning Small-Group Tour of Pokhara’s Tibetan Settlement
Pokhara is home to a significant Tibetan population, who are eager to teach visitors about their culture, history, religion, medicine, and cuisine. In the company of a local Tibetan guide, visit Pokhara’s Tibetan settlement. Tour the Jangchub Choeling Tibetan Buddhist monastery and eat lunch at a local restaurant. Learn more about Tibetans in contemporary Nepal by spending the morning with them.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy tasty momos and thukpa for lunch
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓Hotel transfers are included, for your convenience
- ✓An ideal tour for curious travelers interested in culture and history
What you'll see & do
- ✓Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour. Departure: 05:30 a.m. Join the Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara with Mr. Thupten Gyatso, a knowledgeable guide. Gain insight into Tibetan culture, religion, and refugee life in Nepal. His passion for sharing Tibetan heritage ensures an enriching exploration. * Visit a Tibetan Refugee settlements near Pokhara valley. * Attend early morning Buddhist monk prayer chanting with the monks and hear the horns, drums, conch shell, trumpet, bell etc used during the prayer. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives.
- ✓* Visiting a local Tibetan family and get taste of a Tibetan food. * Get ready to experience the rich flavors of Tibetan cuisine with a visit to a local Tibetan home for breakfast. * Our guide, Mr. Thupten, will introduce you to the delicious world of Tibetan food, sharing the history and cultural significance of each dish. * Authentic Experience: Delight in traditional Tibetan dishes, and immerse yourself in the warmth and hospitality of a Tibetan family. * This is a unique opportunity to savor authentic Tibetan flavors while gaining a deeper appreciation for the culture and traditions behind the food.
- ✓* You will visit a beautiful Buddhist monastery where you will meet with a young monk eager to share insights into monastic life and education. * Interactive Experience: Feel free to ask questions to deepen your understanding of Buddhist traditions and the monks' daily lives. * Capture the Moment: You're welcome to take photos and videos during your visit, capturing the serene beauty of the monastery and its surroundings.
- ✓* You will visit another Buddhist monastery and learn the meanings of different Buddhist signs and symbols that are so important in their daily life such as prayer wheels, prayer flags, stupas, etc. * We will enter inside the monastery learn and see things inside the monastery. One can also take photos and videos inside and around the monastery.
- ✓Our tour guide Mr. Thupten will take you to the another Tibetan village where we will discover below activities. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives. * Explore Tibetan Schools and their educational system. *Visit a carpet workshop to see how Tibetan carpets are made by hand. Our tour guide Mr. Thupten, will take you through the process, explaining each step in detail. * Visit the carpet showroom to explore a variety of Tibetan carpets with unique designs and colors. * Discover the history of Tibetan refugees at a photo gallery. * Meet a Tibetan doctor and gain insights into Tibetan medicine and have first hand experience of pulse reading. * Enjoy an authentic Tibetan lunch at a local restaurant. *We also provide gluten-free food such as plain rice and veg/non veg curry * Return back to lakeside at 2 pm. A rich and immersive experience into Tibetan culture awaits!
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We serve vegetarian/non vegetarian food as well as gluten-free food.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
We provide free pick-up and drop-off services for guests staying in hotels within the Lakeside area. For hotels located outside Lakeside, a small additional transportation fee will apply based on the hotel’s location. Please share your hotel name and room number once you have booked. Any applicable transportation fee can be paid directly after the tour.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.