About this experience
Day hike to the Panauti and Namobuddha are both historically and culturally significant places in Nepal. Both places are visited by the large number of travelers everyday. The hike starts from Panauti which is one the medieval period town. Generally the hiker starts by following the dirt road along the river and passing the town’s Hindu temple. For the next two hours, the trail leads through small villages and rice fields. You can also see the locals planting, harvesting rice and other crops and get a great insight into the village life of Nepal.
As you reach to Namobuddha, the atmosphere will be so peace and clean air along with the great devotees of Buddha. Namobuddha is dedicated to the previous life of Gautam Buddha. You can observe around the Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, Namobuddha Chorten, a cave where Buddha sacrifices his body to the hungry tigress etc. After the Namobuddha excursion, we drive back to Kathmandu. The hiking will be around 2-3 hours.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- A private guide
- Government taxes and service charges.
- Pick/ Drop from Panauti and Namobuddha
Not included
- International airfare and visa fees
- Aiport drop and pick up services
- Accommodation in Kathmandu and meals during the hiking
- Entrace fees for sightseeing places
- Any other cost which is not in cost inclusion.
Itinerary and highlights
The hiking guide will come to your pickup place/hotel and drive to Panauti by private vehicle. Panauti is the starting point of the hike and nearly takes 3 hours to reach Namobuddha. Visit and observe the ancient Indeshwor temple, villages, green hills and Namobuddha monastery. After the excursion, drive back to Kathmandu and the tour ends.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up all the travellers from from The Thamel and nearby the places, hotels
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Himalayan Smile Treks and Adventure Pvt. Ltd
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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