Tour della vita e della spiritualità di Kathmandu
Descrizione
Il tour ti offre uno scorcio della vita culturale e della spiritualità del Nepal in generale. Passeggia attraverso la città medievale progettata secondo i principi del Vastu Sastra (scienza dell'architettura) e osserva le impronte degli incidenti storici nell'architettura e nella cultura. Visita Lalitpur (Patan), la città delle belle arti e scopri perché è conosciuta come una delle città buddiste più antiche esistenti al mondo. Osserva gli stili di vita indù dal Karma (azioni) alla Bhakti (devozione) nel complesso del tempio di Pashupatinath. Scopri gli asceti indù (Sadhu) e la filosofia alla base della cremazione e della reincarnazione. Disonorare il metaforico erotismo tantrico dietro la coscienza cosmica, cioè Shiva. Senti il "Piccolo Tibet a Kathmandu" al Boudhanath Stupa. Scopri lo stile di vita del Tibet e dell'Himalaya e senti la vibrazione positiva con centinaia di pellegrini che cantano "Om Mani Padme Hum". Sarebbe egoistico dire che lo sappiamo. Ma garantiamo che l'esperienza è un'opportunità per imparare e crescere.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Il tour inizia passeggiando per la vecchia Kathmandu alla scoperta dei cortili nascosti che mostrano pratiche spirituali e culturali medievali. Assisti all'architettura Vastu e alle impronte di importanti avvenimenti storici sulla vita e sulla spiritualità delle persone lungo l'importante rotta commerciale trans-himalayana. Scopri di più su Gurkha e Hippie. Scopri lo stile di vita e le pratiche spirituali che rimasero in disparte dall'invasione e dai disordini vissuti dai suoi vicini.
Partenza per Patan o Lalitpur, la città delle belle arti. Il nome si adatta perfettamente alla sua identità poiché l'arte e l'artigianato di Patan arrivarono in India, Tibet e Cina durante il periodo medievale. La maggior parte delle persone a Patan sono ancora artigiani e devoti buddisti che affermano di essere discendenti di Buddha. Oltre 150 monasteri antichi e medievali attivi testimoniano che Patan è la più antica città buddista esistente. Passeggia attraverso la città monastica e visita alcuni degli splendidi monasteri risalenti all'VIII secolo.
Osserva lo stile di vita indù e scopri di più su Shiva visitando il complesso del tempio di Pashupatinath. Qui è dove puoi visitare gli asceti indù (Shadu) e assistere alla cremazione aperta, agli astrologi e ai devoti. Scopri il percorso indù del Karma (azione o atto), Bhakti (devozione), Jñāna (saggezza) e Yoga (unione della coscienza). Questo è un ottimo posto per conoscere la famiglia unita e la società basata sul sistema indù del "karma". Metafore del Tantra indù raffigurate nella scultura erotica e nell'adorazione del fallo. Scopri l'astrologia e la filosofia vedica.
Partenza per la zona di Boudhanath, conosciuta come il "Piccolo Tibet di Kathmandu". Circa 60 monasteri buddisti tibetani e il più grande Stupa nepalese attirano continuamente pellegrini dai remoti villaggi himalayani durante tutto l'anno. Questo è un ottimo posto per conoscere il buddismo tibetano, la vita dei monaci e lo stile di vita e la cultura himalayana.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Luoghi e orari di ritiro
Il ritiro e la riconsegna costeranno 12 USD se l'hotel si trova al di fuori del raggio di ritiro sopra menzionato.
Valutazioni dei viaggiatori
Informazioni importanti
- Accessibile in sedia a rotelle
- I neonati e i bambini piccoli possono essere portati in carrozzina o passeggino
- Adatto a tutti i livelli di forma fisica
Recensioni(58)
I hired Rabi to show me around the cultural and religious sites around Kathmandu for 2 days and I was delighted with his services. He is very personable, professional and knowledgeable. I was particularly impressed by the range of his knowledge from the ancients origins of Kathmandu through the devastating earthquake of 2015 right up to the recent change of government and the GenZ movement.He answered all my questions relating to history, economics, politics, education and development. Our two days together were more like spending time with a knowledgeable friend than a hired guide who just repeated the standard quotations. I highly recommend Rabi's services as a 5-star guide.
This was an excellent tour got anyone that would like to explore Kathmandu through a spiritual and religious lens. Rabi was an excellent guide who was very attentive to my needs and happily answered ALL my questions (I had a lot). 😀
Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kathmandu! This tour is perfect for those on a tight schedule who want to see the city's highlights comfortably. The guide's English is excellent, and their knowledge of local history is impressive. Safe, convenient, and truly great value for money.
The tour was top quality in terms of itinerary, guide and shared information. My guide, Indra, was extremely knowledgeable of the history and spirituality of Nepal. His command of English was excellent, and the itinerary was flexible to accommodate my interests. Without hesitation, I can say that Indra was the best guide I could have had to learn about Nepal. I fully recommend this tour and especially my guide for an unforgettable experience for anyone passionate about history and spirituality.
Very knowledgeable guide, and tour can be customised if short time which was very helpful! Saw all the important sites we were interested in going to and learnt all about the meaning and stories behind them. Good insight into Nepalese culture.
Thanks for your wonderful words of praise about our Kathmandu valley tour. Our team had the great pleasure of customizing the tour with local insight. Wish you happy travelling, and would always love to see you again.
Rabi is an incredibly friendly and communicative guide who explained and brought alive the various cultural and spiritual sites in a wonderful and interesting way. You can ask him anything, he knows an incredible amount to tell and explain. It was a fantastic day and the best tour I have done in Kathmandu so far. Anytime again!
Thank you for sharing your experience of the culture and spiritual tour of Kathmandu. We tried to bring forward the untold story of the city's spiritual and cultural history through this tour. Untouched by the invasions its neighbors endured, Kathmandu Valley captured the medieval cultural and spiritual practices in a time capsule. Your feedback is invaluable to enhance the tours we offer and create meaningful experiences for all our guests.
The tour ran from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm and far exceeded my expectations. There are two of us. I found the experience incredibly rewarding. Our guide was very knowledgeable. He answered every question with impressive detail. He was also super attentive, checking in on our energy levels throughout the day. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a deep dive into the history, culture, and daily life of Kathmandu.
Thank you for sharing your experience of the cultural and spiritual tour of Kathmandu. We are delighted to hear that you found the tour with our guide interactive and suitable for your pace. We tried to bring forward the stories beyond the history of the heritage and cultural sites around Kathmandu. Your feedback helps us improve the tours we offer to provide meaningful experiences for all our guests.
I enjoyed this tour with Indra very much, as I was intrigued by his knowledge of the Buddhist and Hindu culture and sacred sites we visited. I appreciate the philosophy teachings and eating at a delicious vegan restaurant for lunch, as I requested.
Thanks for sharing your experience of the cultural and spiritual tour of Kathmandu. We are delighted to hear that you found the tour meaningful. Your feedback helps us to enhance our treks and make them more personalized and rewarding for all our guests.
I went on multiple amazing day trips in Kathmandu valley, but this was my favorite. Seeing multiple major sites through the lens of daily life and the Nepali people’s inclusive approach to spirituality, enhanced my understanding of the sites and what the sites mean to the people living nearby. My guide, Sandesh, was terrific — his knowledge, experience, and insight made this tour enlightening, enjoyable, and a highlight of my trip. In the days after the tour, I found myself reflecting on what I had learned on the tour and shared some of it with others I met. If you are interested in a deeper understanding of life and spirituality in Nepal, I wholeheartedly recommend this tour and Sandesh as an outstanding guide!
I recently had the privilege of taking the “Life and Spirituality in Kathmandu” private day tour with Sandesh, and it was truly one of the most meaningful travel experiences I’ve ever had. As a solo traveler, I deeply appreciated how warm, insightful, and attentive Sandesh was from the very beginning. His deep respect for local traditions and the way he weaved spirituality into each stop made the experience incredibly enriching. He was also very open to questions and tailored the pace to my interests, allowing time for reflection and genuine conversation. This wasn’t just sightseeing — it was a personal journey into the soul of Kathmandu, guided with care and authenticity. I came away not only with beautiful memories and photos, but with a deeper understanding of the culture and people. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for more than just the typical tourist experience. And if you have the chance to go with Sandesh, consider yourself very lucky.
