Spiritual Nepal: Expert insight into Hinduism and Buddhism Private Tour
ID: GYG25430-776624
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover spiritual Nepal, and feel inspired by the holy site of Pashupatinah and the Buddhist monks of Bodhnath, led by an expert guide. Look into your future with a local palm-reader.
Meet up with your guide and fellow travelers at the meeting point and hop in for a ride in a cab (local taxi for up to 2 people, private cab for more than 2 people) to the largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal: the Boudhanath Stupa. Rotate the prayer wheels along with the locals as you circumnavigate the magnificent white spherical dome and offer prayers to Lord Buddha by lighting a traditional butter lamp.
After this spiritual experience, walk for around 15 minutes to Pashupatinath Temple, the largest Hindu pilgrimage site of Nepal. At Pashupatinath, go on an insightful spiritual journey of Hindu beliefs, the cycle of birth and death, and the stories of Sadhus - Hindu Holy Men, who renounce their hedonistic social life to devote their life to Shiva (Hindu God of Destruction). You can also get your future read by a local palm-reader!
Witness one of many cremations along the banks of Bagmati River, and interact with soot-smeared, saffron-clad, dreadlocked Sadhus. As the sun goes down, brace yourself to be overwhelmed by throngs of locals as they gather around on the banks of Bagmati River on the eastern side of Pashupatinath Temple. Watch along with them the mesmerizing everyday ritual called “Aarati,” which is an offering of lights to Lord Pashupatinath. Make sure you keep near your guide and your group lest you get lost in the crowd of locals! Return a transformed person after this divine (and truly local) experience!
Highlights
- Mix with the holy Hindu men in Pashupatinath temple and peak with the Monks of Bodhnath
- Gain an expert insight into Hinduism and Buddhism
- Witness a special ritual called “Aarati” – an offering of lights to the Lord at
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children policy: Children must be between 6 and 11 years of age inclusively.
• This trip is offered on a "join-in" basis. Maximum group size is 12.
• Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia. Modest clothing is strongly recommended, i.e clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. When visiting religious sites men often need to wear long trousers and women a long skirt or sarong.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
