Village tourism is one of the recently popular offers to visitors in Nepal. Nepal is rich in cultural and diverse traditions which attract tourists to the villages to explore typical and interesting village life. To observe and explore Nepalese rural life, Gorkha- Bandipur village Tour is the best package.
Gorkha, the capital city of Nepal before its unification by late king Prithivi Narayan Shah is a beautiful old city. The city is situated at the height of 1060m on a hilltop with beautiful sceneries around it. The city is important for its rich history and the temple of Goddess Kalika Bhagabati. To reach the top of the hill, at least 1700 steps are to be climbed up from the bottom of the hill. It is like short hiking which takes 2 hours to climb those steps. As we reach the top, the spectacular view of Mt. Manaslu and the range of high Himalayas stand welcoming pleasantly at a quick distance. Below, the valley of the Gorkha district provides a breath-stopping view. The tour to Gorkha village offers superb views of mountains, mid-hill trekking, exploration of the historical site, unspoiled jungle areas, caves, lakes, waterfalls, etc.
Bandipur, the mountain town in the Tanahu district is an interesting destination for exploring the ancient Newari culture. Bandipur is 135 west of Kathmandu and can be accessed in 20 minutes (7km.) from Dumre Bazaar on Prithivi Highway. This ancient city is untouched by modernization where there are about 7oo houses and cultivated by more than 5000 people. The area is important for significant historical architectural temples of the medieval era. The weather is pleasantly cool all year. The village is also famous for silkworm farming. The orange orchids are also seen all around the village. The views of mountains in the clear sky are pleasant from the town. Natural scenery from the view site provides the visitors with enough refreshment than expected.
A tour of these two ancient cities is an offer for visitors who want to experience Nepalese rural life. This package is designed for a multi-dimensional experience of rural life, an ancient glimpse of old Nepal, and religious and architectural monuments of Nepal.
Day 01: Driving by private vehicle to Kurintaar (94 km) then take a cable car to Manakamana Temple. Situated at 1302 meters, Manakamana is the goddess of wishing. Exploring some time around the temple, back down to Kurintaar and get into your vehicle towards Gorkha overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: After breakfast, you hike up to Gorkha Palace. It has been described above from the Palace and around. About mid-day, Drive to Bandipur.
About Bandipur
Located 143 km away to the west of Kathmandu, Bandipur is a charming Newari town. It has been described as an expected tower point from where there are excellent views of many regal mountains. With home-stay facilities available to the visitors, Bandipur is an idyllic retreat to soak in this fabulous heritage along with the natural splendors of the surroundings.
Day 03: Bandipur to Pokhara, overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Sightseeing around Pokhara, overnight at a hotel.
Day 05: Pokhara drive or fly to Kathmandu.