About this experience
Enjoy this 5-hour private hike to the Peace stupa located on hill ridge surrounding Pokhara valley. The Peace stupa is an ideal place to see views of the Himalayan ranges, the Pokhara valley floor, and a birds-eye view of Phew lake.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years
What is included
- Local guide for Peace Stupa hike
- Roundtrip boat ride to cross Phewa Lake
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Itinerary and highlights
Meet your guide in your hotel lobby to start your excursion. You will walk through streets of the Lakeside area from hotel in Pokhara. Ride a boat from from the boarding point to cross the lake and reach hike starting point. The boat ride takes around 20-25 minutes. Start your uphill climb for 2.5 hours to reach to the top of the hill. On the way, explore local villages and witness fascinating culture, houses and daily lifestyle of hill people.
As you reach the top of the hill, visit the white Buddhist Peace stupa, also called the Peace Pagoda, a monument built to inspire world peace. This monastery was constructed by Buddhist monks from the Japanese Nipponzan Myohoji organisation.
Enjoy fascinating views from top, including the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Fishtail and Manaslu (Himalayan) ranges. Also see a birds-eye view of Pokhara valley and Phewa Lake. After soaking in the beauty of this place, start your downhill trek to the bank of Phew lake. The hike down will take about 1.5 hours.
Once you reach the bottom, board the boat and cross Phewa lake to reach to Lakeside area. Your guide will escort you back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- Lakeside area in Pokhara
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Nepal Tour & Trekking Services
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years
- A significant amount of walking is involved
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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