Leven en spiritualiteitstour door Kathmandu





Beschrijving
De tour geeft je een kijkje in het culturele leven en de spiritualiteit van Nepal in het algemeen. Loop door de middeleeuwse stad, ontworpen met de principes van Vastu Sastra (architectuurwetenschap) en bekijk de afdrukken van historische incidenten in de architectuur en cultuur. Bezoek Lalitpur (Patan), de stad van de beeldende kunst, en ontdek waarom het bekend staat als een van de oudste nog bestaande boeddhistische steden ter wereld. Bekijk de Hindoe-levenswijzen van Karma (daden) tot Bhakti (toewijding) in het tempelcomplex van Pashupatinath. Leer meer over hindoeïstische asceten (Sadhu) en de filosofie achter crematie en reïncarnatie. Maak een einde aan de metaforische tantrische erotiek achter het kosmische bewustzijn, dat is Shiva. Voel het 'Kleine Tibet in Kathmandu' bij Boudhanath Stupa. Leer meer over de levensstijl in Tibet en de Himalaya en voel de positieve vibratie terwijl honderden pelgrims 'Om Mani Padme Hum' zingen. Het zou egoïstisch zijn om te zeggen dat we het weten. Maar we garanderen dat de ervaring een kans is om te leren en te groeien.
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Reisroute
De tour begint met een wandeling door het oude Kathmandu en ontdekt de verborgen binnenplaatsen die middeleeuwse spirituele en culturele praktijken tentoonstellen. Wees getuige van de Vastu-architectuur en afdrukken van belangrijke historische incidenten op het leven en de spiritualiteit van mensen langs de belangrijke trans-Himalaya-handelsroute. Leer meer over Gurkha's en hippies. Ontdek de levensstijl en spirituele praktijken die zich afzijdig hielden van de invasie en onrust waar de buren doorheen gingen.
Rijd naar Patan of Lalitpur, de stad van de beeldende kunst. De naam past treffend bij zijn identiteit, aangezien de kunst en het ambacht uit Patan tijdens de middeleeuwen India, Tibet en China bereikten. De meerderheid van de mensen in Patan zijn nog steeds ambachtslieden en vrome boeddhisten die beweren afstammelingen van Boeddha te zijn. Meer dan 150 actieve oude en middeleeuwse kloosters zijn het bewijs dat Patan de oudste nog bestaande boeddhistische stad is. Loop door de kloosterstad en bezoek enkele van de prachtige kloosters die dateren uit de 8e eeuw.
Bekijk de hindoeïstische levenswijzen en leer over Shiva die het tempelcomplex van Pashupatinath bezoekt. Hier kun je hindoeïstische asceten (Shadu) bezoeken en open crematies, astrologen en toegewijden bekijken. Leer meer over het hindoeïstische pad van Karma (actie of daad), Bhakti (toewijding), Jñāna (wijsheid) en Yoga (vereniging van bewustzijn). Dit is een geweldige plek om meer te leren over het gezamenlijke gezin en de samenleving gebaseerd op het hindoeïstische 'karma'-systeem. Metaforen van hindoeïstische tantra afgebeeld in erotisch snijwerk en aanbidding van fallus. Leer meer over de Vedische astrologie en filosofie.
Rijd naar het Boudhanath-gebied, bekend als 'Klein Tibet van Kathmandu'. Ongeveer 60 Tibetaans-boeddhistische kloosters en de grootste Nepalese stoepa trekken het hele jaar door voortdurend pelgrims uit afgelegen dorpen in de Himalaya. Dit is een geweldige plek om meer te leren over het Tibetaans boeddhisme, het leven van monniken en de levensstijl en cultuur van de Himalaya.
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Beoordelingen(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.



