Full-Day Cultural Tour to Tibetan Village and Monastery
Learn more about Nepal’s Tibetan community on this intimate small-group tour of Pokhara’s Tibetan village. Your tour guide is a local Tibetan guide who grew up in this community. Get the chance to ask questions about Tibetan culture, religion, and cuisine. Visit a Tibetan monastery and see the monks going about their daily life and worship. There will also be the chance to try Tibetan food and buy crafts.
Highlights
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓Hotel transfers are included, within Pokhara
- ✓Lunch and refreshments will be provided
- ✓A fun and informative day out that’s great for families
What you'll see & do
- ✓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. * You will visit a 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.
- ✓* Visit a Tibetan refugee settlement. * Learn about Tibet, Tibetan people living in Nepal, and rich Buddhist culture. * Learn about Tibetan Schools and their educational system. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives. * 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. * Later 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. A rich and immersive experience into Tibetan culture awaits!
- ✓* 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.
- ✓Our guests will visit another 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.
- ✓At this Tibetan village you will visit a local Tibetan family's home and experience a traditional Tibetan food. . * 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.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Afternoon tea
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Driver
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
Good to know
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
We also serve gluten free food.
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.
Full-Day Cultural Tour to Tibetan Village and Monastery
Learn more about Nepal’s Tibetan community on this intimate small-group tour of Pokhara’s Tibetan village. Your tour guide is a local Tibetan guide who grew up in this community. Get the chance to ask questions about Tibetan culture, religion, and cuisine. Visit a Tibetan monastery and see the monks going about their daily life and worship. There will also be the chance to try Tibetan food and buy crafts.
Highlights
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓Hotel transfers are included, within Pokhara
- ✓Lunch and refreshments will be provided
- ✓A fun and informative day out that’s great for families
What you'll see & do
- ✓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. * You will visit a 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.
- ✓* Visit a Tibetan refugee settlement. * Learn about Tibet, Tibetan people living in Nepal, and rich Buddhist culture. * Learn about Tibetan Schools and their educational system. * You will walk around the village and see how people live their daily lives. * 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. * Later 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. A rich and immersive experience into Tibetan culture awaits!
- ✓* 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.
- ✓Our guests will visit another 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.
- ✓At this Tibetan village you will visit a local Tibetan family's home and experience a traditional Tibetan food. . * 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.
What's included
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓Afternoon tea
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Snacks
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Driver
- ✓Tea and coffee
- ✓Private transportation
Good to know
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
We also serve gluten free food.
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.