Namobuddha Panauti Hiking is a brilliant combination of two of the most popular landmarks around the Kathmandu Valley. Namobuddha is an important religious site for Buddhist pilgrims and the beautiful village of Panauti provides a great cultural introduction to the Newar community. Along the trip, you will come across the impeccable artistic design of the Namobuddha stupa and enjoy the sights of the faraway Himalayas. The glorious Panauti village offers an introduction to the ancient history and cultural background of Kathmandu itself.
You will first start your trip with a drive to Dhulikhel from Kathmandu. Firstly, you will explore the beautiful town of Dhulikhel filled with stupas, famous parks, and the beautiful view of mountains that. Then, you will resume your trip and take a short drive to Namobuddha. The main attraction of the hike is the monastery of Namo Buddha named Tashi Yangtse Monastery which is one of the three biggest religious sites for Buddhists around Kathmandu. Filled with traditional art and craft styles, the stupa of Namobuddha is a peek into the life of followers of Buddhism in Nepal. Decorated by a beautiful golden roof, the structure is one of the national treasures of Nepal. As you hike your way downwards towards Panauti, you can enjoy the geographical diversity of central Nepal. Another major attraction is the beautiful valley of Panauti which is an important religious place for Hindu, which is your final destination of the hike. It is mainly popular for the Makar Mela (Makar fair) that takes place once every 12 years. The small valley will give you an insight into the traditional lifestyle of the Newar people. Prayer flags with Buddhist hymns are scattered along the path and the path itself is short and easy. A short drive from Panauti will bring you back to Kathmandu.
Miteri Nepal is proud to present the Namobuddha Panauti Hiking which offers a remarkable travel experience. Moreover, we offer great services to travelers who choose to undertake the trip. We have experienced and trained guides and staffs for the trip. Likewise, we also allow you to make necessary changes to the itinerary of the trip.
The first day you will have to take a 2 hours’ drive to Dhulikhel. There are many good hotels and lodges in Dhulikhel so we can book a place to stay here and then explore around the city. Or we can drive for another half an hour and stay in one of the lodges near Namobuddha. You can explore the monastery of Namo Buddha and take a look at the beautiful architecture and statues of Buddha. The origin of the monastery is based around a legend that a young prince sacrificed his life to save the lives of a tigress and her cubs.
On this day, you will start your hike from Namobuddha. The hike takes about 3 to four hours to complete and at the end, you will find yourself in the small town of Panauti where you can explore the vicinity. The town is richly decorated with Newar heritages and the locals also depict their traditional lifestyle. You will have your lunch in one of the restaurants or tea houses and then in the evening, you will take a 2-hour ride back to Kathmandu.
Starting Point: Kathmandu
Ending Point: Panauti / Return to Kathmandu
Trek Duration: 2 Days
Maximum Altitude: 1750 m (Namobuddha)
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Best Season: March–May & September–November
Trek Type: Cultural and Nature Trail
Accommodation: Lodges/tea houses at Namobuddha or Dhulikhel (Day 1)
Transportation: Private vehicle / Tourist bus from Kathmandu
Languages Spoken by Guides: English, Nepali
Health & Safety: First aid kit available; basic medical support
Cultural Etiquette: Respect local customs at monasteries, temples, and during village visits
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