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This small tour of maximum 5 people, allows travelers to understand the basics, of Hinduism and Buddhism as well as the scenario of these religions in Nepal and the religious harmony among the peoples and fusion of the cuisine too.
In Pashupatinath our experienced guide will explain the last rites of Hindus along with 16 Samskaras while in Boudhanath travelers will be familiar with Buddhism and the teachings of lord buddha.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet all travellers at Gaushala Bus Stop. Our guide will be there at Gaushala Bus Stop 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. You can use the map provided along with this itinerary and locate the meeting point or Call/WhatsApp in given number.
This tour ends at the Boudhanath Gate. Travelers are free to explore around the Boudhanath or go back to their place.
Itinerary
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1Pashupatinath Temple
Pashupatinath is the oldest Hindu temple of Kathmandu Valley and important among the Hindu devotee around the globe. Only Hindus are allowed inside the main temple, so we pass by towards Aryaghat (crematoria) situated on the bank of Bagmati River. We will go through many shops selling religious items to pilgrims, telling names and importance of them in Hinduism.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2The Crematoria
Aryaghat, The Crematoria is famous among the tourists as they can see how the last rites of Hindu people are done. Here we will talk about Shodasha Samskaras (16 rites of passage in Hindus life) The concept of Trinity God and basics of Hinduisms, along with stories like how Lord Ganesha got the elephant Head.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Here, we will talk about the journey of Lord Shiva to this place and how it got its name. And explore the area.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
We will take a rest here and go ahead toward Boudhanath via Guhyeshwari Templetelling the story of Guru Gorakhnath and explain .
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
We will go ahead toward Boudhanath telling the story of Satidevi and the concept of Shaktipeeth. it takes 20 minutes to reach Boudhanath.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Boudhanath Stupa
This is a second largest stupa of this kind in the world, famous for Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana Buddhism). Here we will Explore the basics of Buddhism like prayers flag and five elements, four noble truth, eightfold paths and thirteen steps to nirvana.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
Here, we will see how typical Buddhist monastery looks like and talks about guru Padmasambhava and Dharma Chakra Pariwartana.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Here at thanka center/school of thanka painting, we will learn about intricate Thanka art and concept of mandala and learn the basics about healing Bowls. After we finish at this place we will end the tour at Boudha gate which is one block away.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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