Get ready to experience a magical adventure in the heart of Nepal, where joy, sharing, and community take on their full meaning during the famous Chhath Puja festivity!
Imagine yourself, at sunrise, participating in Chhath Puja, one of Nepal's oldest and most respected festivities, where the community gathers along sacred rivers to honor the Sun God. The rituals, dances, songs, and offerings create an atmosphere of striking beauty, awakening your senses and filling your heart with joy.
But this is only the beginning of our adventure! We will visit sacred temples, where each stone tells the story of the deities and ancestral beliefs of the Nepalese people. You will discover the serenity of Buddhist monasteries, where silence and prayers resonate like an echo of age-old wisdom. In these spiritual places, you will be invited to meditate, to refocus, and to connect to the very essence of life.
And for an even more special moment, we will take you to an ashram-orphanage, where the smiles of children will light up your soul. Together, we will sing mantras and songs full of life, sharing moments of pure happiness and connection, in an atmosphere of sharing and love that will remain engraved in your hearts.
Throughout this journey, you will be surrounded by the majestic Himalayan Mountains, their snow-capped peaks watching over us like timeless guardians. The spectacular views of these sleeping giants will provide a natural setting for this cultural and spiritual immersion, enhancing the power and magic of each experience.
This trip to Nepal is more than just a getaway—it's a total immersion in ancient culture and traditions, where each day is a celebration of life. Join us for unforgettable moments, between temple visits, spiritual immersions, singing with children, and vibrant celebrations. Together we will not only explore, but also experience and feel the profound beauty of Nepal, in an adventure that will awaken all your senses and nourish your soul.
25 oct / Day 1 : Arrival international flight in Kathmandu
Airport reception and transfer to the hotel. Free time during the day. At 7 p.m. welcome meal. Yoga & meditation class in the sanctuary room Overnight in Kathmandu Dolmaling Hotel
26 oct / Day 2 : Day trip Kathmandu ⇒ Janakpur (7 hours drive)
Breakfast at 7 a.m. and presentation by our Nepalese guide Biraj and at 8 a.m. Departure to Janakpur. Lunch on the road and arrival early afternoon in Janakpur. Night at Hotel Welcome
27 to 28 oct / Day 3 to 4: Festival Janakpur Festival 2 days of ceremony
Immerse yourself in the magic of Chhath Parva, a solar festival where devotion meets natural beauty!
Imagine yourself on the banks of a river at sunrise, surrounded by thousands of worshipers dressed in bright colors, offering their prayers to the Sun god, source of life and prosperity. Chhath Parva, celebrated with incomparable fervor in Nepal and India, is much more than just a festival: it is an immersive spiritual experience.
The rituals, simple but powerful, immerse you in the very essence of ancient beliefs and traditions. You will witness the pure devotion of women and men who fast for days, offering fruits, water and light to the setting and rising sun, in a breathtaking atmosphere.
Why not discover another side of India and Nepal? Far from the traditional tourist routes, Chhath Parva invites you to experience the warm hospitality of local communities, participate in celebrations that honor nature and feel a deep connection with the cosmos.
The festival also offers you the opportunity to discover sublime landscapes: peaceful rivers, ghats illuminated by thousands of lamps, and starry skies which amplify the mystical dimension of this experience. Experience a unique moment, where each sunrise becomes a celebration of life. Join Chhath Parva, and let yourself be enchanted by the authentic spirituality of Nepal and India. Night at Hotel Welcome
29 oct / Day 5 : Transfer from Janakpur to Chitwan
Wake up early in the morning to witness the ritual sunrise ritual at 6am. Departure from Janakpur for Chitwan. Arrival in Chitwan ethnic village early in the afternoon. The night at the locals' house.
30 oct / Day 6 : Chitwan ⇒ Lwang (6 hours drive)
Departure from Chitwan after breakfast. Arrival in Lwang mid-afternoon Night in Lwang at homestay..
31 oct / Day 7 : Day at Lwang
Wake up early in the morning for the Sunrise at Lwang overlooking the Himalayas. Breakfast at 7 a.m. Walks in the community village and visit to the tea plantations
Kirtan (traditional songs) around the fire with the locals in the eveningr
01 nov / Day 8: Départ de Lwang pour Pokhara. Après-midi à Pokhara
Departure from Lwang for Pokhara. Afternoon in Pokhara
02 nov / Day 9 : Day in Pokhara
Wake up early with views of the Himalayas. Group meditation at sunrise (5:30 a.m.) facing the Himalayas. Breakfast at 8 a.m. and Sound healing Tibetan sound bath at Maya's bowls
Return to the hotel. Free time and free lunch (not included). Visit Shiva Statue at Pumdi Bhumdi and Peace Pagoda in the afternoon. The Peace Pagoda is a Buddhist stupa designed to orient people of all races and creeds and help unite them in their search for world peace.
Free time (shopping, massage, far niente swimming pool, etc.). Wild kirtan within the fishtail - chanting of mantras. Free dinner (not included) suggestion: **traditional Nepalese dance show.
03 nov / Day 10 : Departure from Pokhara to the town of Bouddanath
Wake up to a view of the Himalayas: group meditation at sunrise facing the Himalayas. Departure for Kathmandu Bodhnath Stupa. Arrival mid-afternoon. Night walk around the Buddha Stupa. Night in Kathmandu (Bouddanath) Hotel Dolmaling
04 nov / Day 11 : Dulikel- Namobuddha
Participation in prayer at the Sechen Monastery (of Mathieu Ricard). Return to the hotel and breakfast. Road to Namobuddha, visit the Pashupatinath temple, the most important temple in Nepal. Attend ceremonies and cremation of bodies. Explanation of rituals and discussion around life and death with our guide/philosophy of Hinduism.
The Pashupatinath temple is famous for these ceremonies. Indeed, Hindus practice **daily cremation ceremonies** in the temple grounds as well as on the **banks of the Bagmati River**. During cremation rites, it is noted that the higher the deceased's rank, the closer his body will be to the temple. For this, custom requires that only the deceased from royal families be burned facing the temple.
Departure to local village for lunch with the locals - Dhulikhel village. Installation at the Visuddaya lodge in the countryside located next to the famous “NamoBuddha” monastery. Afternoon free time. Dinner included at the lodge. Night in Dulikel Namobuddha Visuddaya Lodge
05 nov / DAY 12 :Namobuddha
Participation in the Puja ceremony at the Namobuddha monastery. Return to the hotel for breakfast and free time until. Walk around Namobuddha in the hill. Lunch in Namobuddha second prayer in the afternoon. Return to the lodge and free time. and dinner. Kirtan (playing musical instruments)
06 nov /Day 13 : Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Departure for Bhaktapur in the late morning. Crafts and ancient/ancestral art will be at the heart of our visit to Bhaktapur. Pottery manufacturing, Traditional yogurt manufacturing, Paper manufacturing Famous art of “Thangka” - traditional Buddhist art in the form of painting a mandala.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square or Dubar Square in Bhaktapur is a historic square bringing together a large number of monuments classified as **UNESCO World Heritage**. A must-see site in the Kathmandu Valley, this large square is actually made up of four small squares (Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square and Pottery Square) is a real open-air museum. The entire **Bhaktapur Durbar Square complex** is a fabulous **association of ancient arts,** cultural traditions, religious values and prestigious architectural works. The square reveals the entire identity of the city and marks the spirits with the profusion of historical remains, most of which are included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. It is therefore no surprise that Durbar Square occupies the top of the ranking of the main tourist sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Night in Bhaktapur: Heritage Hotel in Bhaktapur
07 nov / Day 14 : Self-sufficient Ashram Orphanage
Departure from Bhaktapur towards the Ashram / orphanage “Sri Aurobindo yoga mandir passing through the village Kirtipur visit of the traditional village
Arrival at the Ashram Sri Aurobindo Yoga Mandir has welcomed, free of charge, since 1993, children and young people from the most disadvantaged backgrounds of Nepal to offer them a future and a dignity of life. A large family of Joy and Simplicity, far from all selfishness, in the lineage of Integral Yoga initiated by Mother and Sri Aurobindo. Various activities: Guru Talks / free time with the children / visit to the school (alternative school based on the philosophy of yoga). Philosophical discussions “What is Yoga really, the different forms etc” Walk in the forest - mindfulness meditation - improvised kirtan in the forest** Dinner with the children and kirtan with children. Night at Chandragiri Night at Arubindo Ashram
08 nov / Day 15 : Transfer to Thamel
Breakfast with the children. Meditation sacred place created by the guru (form of the structure which attracts energy). Departure to Thamel. Hotel installation. Free lunch (not included and Free time in Thamel / Shopping. Free dinner (not included) Night in Thamel Hôtel le Mustang
09 nov / Day 16:International Departure
Return flight transfer Thamel to airport
Price includes
→ Hotel room with breakfast and in Home stay according to the program
→ Sightseeing in three cultural heritage sites
→ National park permit fee
→ All hot meals during the trek
→ Guide, food, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation & local taxes
→ All the transport and internal flights during the program
Price does not includes
→ Your all kinds of insurance
→ Visa fees
→ Lunch and dinner in cities
→ Drinks
→ Tips
The services offered, in particular transport, may be subject to local or climatic hazards. If necessary, alternative solutions will be proposed.
From 25 oct to 09 nov 2025