Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Embark on a transformative journey with our Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara, guided by Mr. Thupten Gyatso, a native Tibetan deeply connected to the region. Our tours focus on cultural and educational experiences, providing unique insights into the lives of Tibetan refugees in Nepal.
Visit Tibetan refugee settlements for an immersive experience beyond ordinary sightseeing. Gain an understanding of Tibetan culture, religion, and the challenges faced by refugees. Mr. Thupten’s dedication to preserving Tibetan heritage ensures an enlightening exploration of this culture.
This Tibetan cultural tour offers a chance to spend time in a local Tibetan community. With our professional Tibetan guide, you'll learn about Tibet, its people, Buddhism, food, art, and crafts. Our tours aim to deepen your understanding of the rich Buddhist culture and philosophies. Tibetan refugees in Nepal eagerly share their way of life, offering you a glimpse into their traditions and beliefs.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
Afternoon tea
Snacks
Driver/guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We provide free pick up and drop services to and from our guests' respective hotels, which are located at Lakeside area. But we charge extra small transportation fee only for those guests whose hotels are located outside of Lakeside area depending on their hotel location. Our pick up time is at 2 pm. You can pay us the extra transportation fee directly to us after our tour. Please provide us your hotel name and room number for your pick up.
Traveler pickup
6X96+533, Pokhara 33700, Nepal
7X56+2C8, Pokhara 33700, Nepal Afternoon Tibetan cultural Tour.
Departure: 2 pm.
Return: 6 pm.
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.
* We will visit a beautiful Tibetan 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.
60 minutes
Jangchub Choeling Tibetan Monastery, Pokhara, Nepal 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.
60 minutes
Baglung Rajmarg, Pokhara 33700, Nepal * At this Tibetan village, we will visit one 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 food, 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.
* This is a unique opportunity to savor authentic Tibetan flavors while gaining a deeper appreciation for the culture and traditions behind the food.
60 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
we also serve gluten free food such as plain rice with veg or non veg curries.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Eke v
15 Apr 2023
Great experience! Thupten is an amazing story teller and totally intrigued me. Learned a lot in one afternoon.
Ofer572
15 Apr 2023
Thank you! Very informative and educated tour.And a good taste of Tibetan culture.
It was a small group.
691kater
06 Apr 2023
An exceptional tour that I could not recommend more highly. Thupten encouraged us all to be curious, ask lots of questions and explained so much about Tibetan culture in an informative, engaging way. He is passionate about helping us understand Tibetan culture through its philosophy, history, traditions and food. Just brilliant.
This tour in
Nepal
is organized by
The Tibetan Encounter Day Tours.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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