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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 2-day adventure from Kathmandu, exploring the serene landscapes of Namobuddha, Panauti, and Balthali Village. Begin your journey with a scenic drive to Namobuddha, a revered Buddhist site, before hiking through lush rice terraces to the tranquil Balthali Village. Enjoy a warm welcome with local snacks and wine, and savor a traditional Nepali dinner under the stars. Wake up to breathtaking Himalayan views and continue your trek to the historic Newari town of Panauti, rich with ancient temples and surrounded by verdant paddy fields. This private tour includes meals, professional guidance, and comfortable accommodation, offering an immersive cultural and natural experience in the heart of Nepal. ...more ...less
Highlights
Spend two days exploring Namobuddha, Panauti, and Balthali village from Kathmandu.
Experience hiking amid rice terraces and thatched farmhouses at the junction of the Roshi and Ladhku Rivers.
Witness the sunrise over the Himalayan ranges of Manasalu.
Visit Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery, a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site.
Explore Panauti, a historical Newari town with temples dating back to the 15th Century.
Discover the story of Namo Buddha, where the Buddha, in a previous life, gave his body to a starving tigress and her cubs.
Enjoy the charm of Panauti, surrounded by green paddy fields and filled with temples, stupas, and statues.
Itinerary
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Day 1
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Pick up from Hotel and drive to Namobuddha, sightseeing then hike to Balthali
Location: Kathmandu, Namobuddha, Balthali
Accommodation Name: Resort
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Begin this tour with a convenient pick up from your hotel in Kathmandu at 8 am for the short 1.5 hour drive to Namobuddha. Enjoy some sightseeing at Namobuddha.
Walk 3.5 hours to Balthali, a small village nestled into the Nepali countryside with terraced rice fields and thatched farmhouses. Your hosts at the resort will welcome you with drinks and light snacks, after which you have some free time to explore. In the evening, join fellow guests around a campfire and sample some snacks and wine made by local villagers. Then enjoy a traditional Nepali dinner of dhindo, or rice with chicken from the village.
Meals included:lunch, dinner
Accommodation included:Overnight at Resort.
Day 2
:
Hike down to Panauti, then drive back to Kathmandu
Location: Panauti, Kathmandu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast with this mesmerizing view, start the trek to Panauti. Most of this trail is along a dirt road, passing beautiful small villages, terraced fields and amazing views. Explore Newar town of Panauti, enjoy your lunch somewhere in between. Then drive back to Kathmandu.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation not included
What's Included
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off is included for selected hotels only.
Private Transport
Private transport is provided for the tour.
Professional Guide
A professional guide will accompany you during the tour.
What's Not Included
Food and Drinks
Food and drinks are not included unless specified.
Gratuities
Gratuities are not included in the tour price.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be arranged separately.
Extra Activities
Any extra activities not specified in the itinerary are not included.
Personal Expenses
Personal expenses are not covered in the tour package.
Requirements
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Know Before You Go
Passport Required
Please Note
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Adult pricing applies to all the travelers
Please advise if any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
We offer pick and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road. For hotels outside ring road you need to pay additional charge.
You can show your booking voucher to our guide befor the trip start.
We can pickup any location with in Kathmandu valley (Inside the ring road), kindly provide us your location, telephone number etc.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels in Kathmandu. The journey begins with a 1.5-hour drive to Namobuddha, followed by a drive back to Kathmandu after exploring Panauti.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at a resort in Balthali, nestled in the Nepali countryside with terraced rice fields and thatched farmhouses. Accommodation is provided on a twin/double sharing basis, with single rooms available for solo travelers.
Check out our Q&As
What is the starting point of the tour?
The tour starts with a pick-up from your hotel in Kathmandu at 8 am.
What activities are included on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven to Namobuddha for sightseeing. Then, you will hike for 3.5 hours to Balthali, where you can explore the village, enjoy drinks and snacks, and have a traditional Nepali dinner.
What meals are provided during the tour?
The tour includes lunch and dinner on the first day, and breakfast and lunch on the second day.
What is the accommodation arrangement for the tour?
Overnight accommodation is provided at a resort in Balthali on a twin/double sharing basis. Solo travelers will be provided with a single room.
What is the main activity on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, after breakfast, you will hike to Panauti, explore the Newar town, and then drive back to Kathmandu.
Is the tour suitable for people with mobility issues?
The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible and is not recommended for people with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with heart conditions.
Are there any specific requirements for the tour?
A passport is required, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. You should also advise of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Is transportation included in the tour?
Yes, private transport is included for hotel pickup and drop-off, but only for selected hotels within the Kathmandu city ring road. Additional charges apply for hotels outside this area.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Currently, Travelling to Nepal:
1. No quarantine
2. polymerase chain reaction Report (72 Hours) Negative.
3. Vaccination Report
4. On Arrival Visa
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can email us or telephone us for any changes.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes but it charge you single supplement charges.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Liberty Holidays is committed to being actively involved our environment, our community, our great people and our business sustainability. We are Official Corporate Supporter of nonprofit organisation Creative Hands.
Our program involves working for causes related to Children — Education & Health and Environment.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Tour booking confirmation letter
How long has the tour company been trading?
over 10 years
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Social Responsibility
Liberty Holidays is committed to being actively involved our environment, our community, our great people and our business sustainability. We are Official Corporate Supporter of nonprofit organisation Creative Hands. Our program involves working for causes related to Children — Education & Health and Environment.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes but it's depend on tours categories, it means if you book multi days tours it can be join and if the day tours can not join.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our Expert Tour Guide
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Reviews of this operator
Liberty Holidays Inc Pvt. Ltd. (Google Reviewer)
Mission To provide memorable Holidays,...
23-Mar-2014
Mission To provide memorable Holidays, Social and Environmentally responsible, satisfying the ... The best travel agents in Nepal, Guarantee!!!
Yoshie B (Google Reviewer)
They also have a Japanese...
06-Jul-2016
They also have a Japanese website, and they responded to inquiries and reservations in Japanese. The staff are kind and sincere, and I would like to use them again.
Rental Car Nepal (Google Reviewer)
Liberty Holidays is the best...
09-Apr-2024
Liberty Holidays is the best tour operater in Nepal.
Jean-Denis Gagnon (Google Reviewer)
I went on the "Kathmandu:...
24-Feb-2020
I went on the "Kathmandu: Pharping, Dakshinkali and Chobar Tour with Lunch" tour un February 2020. The guide and driver picked me up on time in a very nice car. This is why I gave 2 stars and not 1. Other than that:
- The description says that the tour includes visits of Asura cave, Shesnarayan temple, Gorakhnath temple, Dakshinkali temple and the Chobar Gorge. However, we did not visit Shesnarayan and Gorakhnath temples.
- Pictures in the description have been taken prior to the 2015 earthquake. The temple at Chobar Gorge has been severely damaged and doesn't look like that. I understand that this is out of the control of the tour company. However, pictures should be updated.
- We stopped at 2 monasteries (including the one with the giant monument showed in the description). Both monasteries were closed. I was then told to take pictures through a hole in the gate.
- We stopped at a cavern that was apparently closed since last year.
- The description says that this is a 8h tour. I was back at my hotel after 4 hours.
- There was a large number of kids on the road that were trying to stop cars by standing on the road with ropes. They were asking money. The driver was driving the car as close as possible to scare them. The guide and him found it very funny.
I would not recommend this tour.
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Surya Bikram Kunwar (Google Reviewer)
Oh they are just so...
23-Aug-2018
Oh they are just so pathetic. Their parking staff is just so arrogant and rude. Just so unprofessional. Recommended to avoid them
Liberty Holidays allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
Low Deposit
Liberty Holidays requires a minimum deposit of
15%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 7 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of liberty holidays charges.
Up to 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
2-Days Balthali Village Hike with Namobuddha and Panauti Trip from Kathmandu
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