Balthali Village Tour

Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be received by our representatives and will be transferred to hotel. After checking into our rooms, we could relax at our own.

After breakfast, we drive to ancient Changu Narayan (1500m) Temple vie Bhaktapur Durbar Square which is situated approximately 20 km east of Kathmandu city. Changunarayan is said to be the oldest temple of Kathmandu valley and is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage monument list. It is said to have been built by King Hari Dutta in 323 AD and said to be the oldest temple in the valley. Bhaktapure is an antique city of Nepal with many temples; Nyatpol, Bhaira temple and Pacpanna Jyale Durbar (55 window Palace) are main attractions, including Newari culture. We then Trek to Nagarkot (2175m). Walking through the pine forest along the ridge through the villages with splendid view of the valley and mountains we arrive at Nagarkot. It is one the most panoramic destinations of Nepal for landscapes, mountain views including Mt Everest, and magnificent sunrise and sun set views. Stay overnight in hotel.

We wake-up early in the morning, to see sunrise and the Eastern Himalayan views including Mt. Everest, and many other mountains secondarily. Then after breakfast we start the trek to Dhulikhel (2100m). The trek leads to Dhulikhel, passing many pine forests and rice terraces, through the Nala village with many countryside activities. Dhulikhel is renowned for splendorous Himalaya views and for harboring many species of exotic birds. In addition the biggest attraction of Dhulikhel is the Newari culture and tradition. We stay overnight at hotel in Dhulikhel.

Today, after having breakfast we start our journey toward to Namobudha (1982m), where the popular monastery is situated, religious people often visit here for meditation and praying. Panauti is renowned for its Newari, culture and tradition, Indreshwar Mahadev Temple and the beautiful landscapes and it harboring of many species of exotic birds that can be seen all around. After that you will return back to Kathmandu by private vehicle for stay overnight at the hotel. Later, we walk another three hours and reach the enchanting Balthali village offering excellent mountain views at an altitude of 1,730m. Stay overnight in Balthali Village Resort. Balthali Village resort is certainly not an ordinary place as many hotels and resorts have mushroomed extensively over the years. It is a very simple, unconventional, yet comfortable retreat centre with full modern amenities of western style toilets and attached bath rooms, hot and cold shower, and tasty Nepalese traditional and organic cuisine is served at large by the friendly, hospitable and smiling local staff. The bar is fully stocked with local wines and native brews.

After breakfast, we take a leisurely walk to the thriving Newari village of Panauti. Panauti is wedged between the Punyamata and Roshi streams. Panauti forms the shape of a triangle with a serpent (naga) idol standing at each of its three corners to protect from floods. The pride of this place goes to the massive, three-tired Indreshwor Mahadev. Some authorities believe this to be the original structure that was raised here in 1294 AD, which would make it the oldest surviving in Nepal. The shrine area at the sacred confluence called the Khware’, is one of those tranquil spots that can intercept a dreamer for hours. On the way one can have an opportunity to come across lovely temples and interesting old houses, particularly beautiful areas, and some fourteenth century wooden temple struts. Having taken about six hours on foot journey, we drive to Kathmandu.

It is our day to explore this lively and exotic city. Our guide will take us to visit the World Heritage Sites of the valley and some other historically and culturally important places of the valley. In the evening, a farewell with delights of Nepali cuisine.