Dhulikhel- Namo Buddha- Balthali- Khopasi is a short hiking tour that takes you to the beautiful hiking destinations near Kathmandu, with the escape of hustle & bustle, along with nice landscapes and villages of Nepal as you move along with terraced farmlands and so on. The splendid views of mountains, hills, and popular monasteries are the main attractions of this hike. Dhulikhel is a popular hiking destination near Kathmandu known for its green and pristine surroundings. The temples, monasteries, and villages that we pass through en route are a chance to get immersed in the culture and lifestyle of people in Nepal.
Namo Buddha, a beautiful and artistic monastery is the major highlight. According to Buddhist mythology, it is a place where the great prince SemchenChenpo sacrificed himself to fulfill the hunger of the Cubs for a tigress. The hungry tigress had just given birth to her young cubs and she was unable to move because of hunger and weakness that was noticed by the great prince SemchenChenpo. Unable to see the misery, the prince sacrificed himself in front of the tigress and willingly became her food to revive her from hunger and weakness. Therefore, the Namo Buddha monastery is a symbol of sacrifice and generosity. Later, end our Dhulikhel- Namo Buddha- Balthali- Khopasi tour by visiting Balthali and Khopasi.
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In the early morning, you will travel to Dhulikhel in a private vehicle which takes about a half-hour drive. In Dhulikhel, you can explore the beauty of traditional Newari craftsmanship and some Hindu temples and Buddhist stupas. You can see the great mountain views and the hills from your hotel. Later you hike to Namo Buddha for about 3/4 hours depending on your pace.
Accommodation: Overnight in Namo Buddha Resort or similar.
After breakfast, you will visit the Namo Buddha monastery. There is an amazing legend related to the Buddha, which is commemorated by an ancient stone slab and a stupa with the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha, offering splendid mountain views at Namo Buddha. From here, continue walking through fields and orchards to the quiet village of Balthali, with a picnic lunch along the way. Here again, there are amazing views of the mountains, farmland, and villages.
Accommodation: Overnight at the Balthali Village Resort or similar.
After breakfast, you will head to Khopasi to visit the village of Khopasi (Kavre) where we will visit the Hydropower project and go sightseeing around. After finishing sightseeing around Khopasi, we will return to Kathmandu. On the way, we will stop in Sanga to see the world’s tallest statue of the god Shiva. After that, you will be driven back to your hotel.
Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites & Spa or similar.
