Tibetan Refugee Settlement Small-Group Morning Tour
Explore Nepal’s Tibetan culture and spirituality on this tour from Pokhara. With round-trip travel from your hotel included, visit the settlement with your Tibetan guide and learn of the residents’ struggles as refugees in Nepal. Enjoy a traditional breakfast with a local Tibetan family, and attend the morning group prayer at the Tibetan monastery. During your tour, you’ll gain insight into the symbols and images of Tibetan Buddhism.
Highlights
- ✓Gain extra insights with a guide who comes from the Tibetan refugee community
- ✓Spend time among the monks and residents—all refugees from Tibet
- ✓Hassle-free round-trip transport from your Pokhara hotel
- ✓Includes breakfast and tea to get you going in the morning
What you'll see & do
- ✓Morning Half day Tibetan Cultural Tour: Departure: 05:30 a.m. Return : 09:00 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. * Our guests will visit a Buddhist monastery which is located inside the Tibetan village: Over there our guests will attend the afternoon prayer chanting with the monks and hear the horns, drums, conch shell, trumpet, bell, etc., used during the prayer.
- ✓* You will visit a local Tibetan family's home and experience a traditional Tibetan breakfast. * Our guide, Mr. Thupten, will introduce you to the delicious world of Tibetan food, sharing the history and cultural significance of each dish. * Delight in traditional Tibetan dishes, and immerse yourself in the warmth and hospitality of a Tibetan family. * Learn about when and how they came to Nepal, the struggles they faced upon their arrival, and how, despite these difficulties, they have successfully preserved their Tibetan language, culture, and identity.
- ✓* We will visit another beautiful Buddhist monastery. * Discover Monastic Life: Visit a beautiful Buddhist monastery and meet 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.
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Breakfast, tea, and water is provided
We also serve gluten-free food such as plain rice with veg or non veg curries.
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 after booking. 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.
Tibetan Refugee Settlement Small-Group Morning Tour
Explore Nepal’s Tibetan culture and spirituality on this tour from Pokhara. With round-trip travel from your hotel included, visit the settlement with your Tibetan guide and learn of the residents’ struggles as refugees in Nepal. Enjoy a traditional breakfast with a local Tibetan family, and attend the morning group prayer at the Tibetan monastery. During your tour, you’ll gain insight into the symbols and images of Tibetan Buddhism.
Highlights
- ✓Gain extra insights with a guide who comes from the Tibetan refugee community
- ✓Spend time among the monks and residents—all refugees from Tibet
- ✓Hassle-free round-trip transport from your Pokhara hotel
- ✓Includes breakfast and tea to get you going in the morning
What you'll see & do
- ✓Morning Half day Tibetan Cultural Tour: Departure: 05:30 a.m. Return : 09:00 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. * Our guests will visit a Buddhist monastery which is located inside the Tibetan village: Over there our guests will attend the afternoon prayer chanting with the monks and hear the horns, drums, conch shell, trumpet, bell, etc., used during the prayer.
- ✓* You will visit a local Tibetan family's home and experience a traditional Tibetan breakfast. * Our guide, Mr. Thupten, will introduce you to the delicious world of Tibetan food, sharing the history and cultural significance of each dish. * Delight in traditional Tibetan dishes, and immerse yourself in the warmth and hospitality of a Tibetan family. * Learn about when and how they came to Nepal, the struggles they faced upon their arrival, and how, despite these difficulties, they have successfully preserved their Tibetan language, culture, and identity.
- ✓* We will visit another beautiful Buddhist monastery. * Discover Monastic Life: Visit a beautiful Buddhist monastery and meet 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.
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
What's not included
- ✓Lunch
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Breakfast, tea, and water is provided
We also serve gluten-free food such as plain rice with veg or non veg curries.
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 after booking. 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.