Experience the Sarangkot Sunrise Morning Tibetan cultural tour in Pokhara
Departure: One hour before the sunrise time
Return : 2:00 pm
Our tours include pick-up and drop-off services for guests staying around the Lakeside area.
NOTICE:
- Guests staying outside the Lakeside area will incur additional transportation fees based on the hotel’s location. Please inform us of your hotel details to confirm the extra charges.
- Our Sarangkot Sunrise Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour and Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour have the same itinerary, except that the Sarangkot Sunrise Tour includes a sunrise experience at Sarangkot.
TOUR OVERVIEW:
- Sarangkot sunrise
- Visit two Tibetan Refugee Settlements
- Traditional Tibetan Breakfast
- Interact with a Young Buddhist Monk
- Learn about Buddhist Signs & Symbols
- Tibetan Schools & Education
- Tibetan Carpet Workshop
- Tibetan Carpet Showroom
- Tibetan Photo Gallery
- Meet a Tibetan Doctor
- Afternoon Tibetan lunch
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Sarangkot Sunrise Morning Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara – A Unique Experience
Discover the rich history, traditions, and spiritual heritage of Tibetan refugees on our Sarangkot Sunrise Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara. Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges from Sarangkot, offering a panoramic view of the Himalayas bathed in golden light. Led by Mr. Thupten, a Tibetan-born expert guide, this immersive experience takes you deep into Tibetan refugee settlements, offering authentic insights into their way of life.
Engage with Buddhist monks, meet a traditional Tibetan doctor, and learn about Tibetan medicine, spiritual practices, and daily life. Hear untold stories of Tibetans in exile, explore their unique culture, resilience, and history, and gain a deeper understanding of Tibetan Buddhism.
This is more than just a sightseeing tour—it’s a rare, interactive, and educational experience that connects you with the vibrant Tibetan community in Nepal. Book now for an unforgettable cultural journey!
DETAILED ITINERARY:
Sarangkot Sunrise Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara
1. Sarangkot Sunrise Tour
Start your morning with a breathtaking Sarangkot sunrise tour, where you’ll witness the Himalayan peaks glowing at dawn. (Visibility depends on weather conditions.)
2. Visit a Tibetan Refugee Settlement
Explore a Tibetan settlement near Pokhara and learn how refugees preserved their language, culture, and Buddhist traditions since 1959.
3. Traditional Tibetan Breakfast
Enjoy butter tea, Tsampa (roasted barley flour), and homemade Tibetan bread at a local home. Our guide, Mr. Thupten, will share the cultural significance of these dishes.
4. Meet a Young Buddhist Monk
Visit a monastery and have a Q&A session with a young monk. Learn about monastic life, daily routines, and Buddhist teachings.
5. Learn About Buddhist Signs & Symbols
Discover the meanings behind Buddhist symbols and their role in daily life at a Tibetan monastery.
6. Tibetan Schools & Education
Get insights into the Tibetan education system while observing a local Tibetan school from outside.
7. Tibetan Carpet Weaving
Visit a small carpet workshop and learn how Tibetan carpets are made—from raw sheep wool to a finished masterpiece.
8. Tibetan Carpet Showroom
Explore a showroom showcasing traditional and modern Tibetan carpets. Guests can also purchase carpets to support the local community.
9. Tibetan Photo Gallery
See historical photos of Tibetan refugees and learn how they built their settlements in Nepal in the 1960s with the help of the Swiss Red Cross and UNHCR.
10. Meet a Tibetan Doctor
Visit a Tibetan medical center, meet a traditional Tibetan doctor, and experience pulse reading and ancient healing methods.
11. Afternoon Tibetan Lunch
Savor authentic Tibetan cuisine, including momos and thenthuk, while learning how Tibetan food became popular in Nepal and India.
Note: We also offer gluten-free options, including plain rice with your choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian curry. Join us for a comprehensive and immersive cultural experience that delves deeply into Tibetan life and traditions.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Tibetan Tour Guide
- Pick-Up and Drop-Off Service
- Tibetan Breakfast
- Afternoon Lunch
- Mineral Water, Tea, and Coffee
POKHARA TIBETAN CULTURAL TOURS
Mr. Thupten Gyatso, our tour guide, will provide you with detailed information the entire time and is happy to answer any questions you may have. If you would like to read more and gain more understanding of the Tibetan Cultural Day Tours in Pokhara, please explore the other resources that are available to you.
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I highly recommend this tour! Thupten was excellent - went into so much detail about everything, and is clearly a very knowledgable and experienced guide. I could listen to him all day!Highlights were the rug making, attending the puja, and trying the butter tea 😄Thank you again Thupten for an excellent educational experience!🙏Through the tour we learned a lot about Tibet, the people, their culture and current situation. Thupten explained a lot to us in a friendly but skilful manner. We can highly recommend the tour to everyone!I had an amazing experience. Team is always willing to help in whatever ways possible.I did two wonderful tours with Tibetan Encounters! And both were much more than what I expected, the guides where caring and loving. I wish everyone could live this experience!! I did the hike to Australian Camp and the Tibetan Tour; I cannot choose which one was better but I totally recommend any hike, tour, package or sport you’d like to do with them! I did both experiences solo but I am sure if you are with your friends or family you will enjoy it just as much!!I could not be more thankful to Thupten and Tsering for the wonderful days I spent with you!!I hope every kindness you showed to me returns to you guys!🫶🏻I spent a pleasant afternoon talking with a young Tibetan monk and, afterwards, having butter tea in a private Tibetan home. Thank you,Thupten, for your dedication to preserving Tibetan culture in Nepal.I joined the full day Tibetan Encounter tour and it was an incredible experience - definitely 5 stars. Thupten is an exceptional guide who has excellent english, speaks very clearly and is very engaging. He provided a very informative and interesting history and state of affairs of the Tibetan diaspora within Nepal and abroad. I walked away from this tour feeling like an expert on the topic. The tour consists of a very nice variety of activities and experiences. The Tibetan lunch was one of the best meals I had in Nepal. Joining the Tibetan buddhist monks for the afternoon prayer was a very cool experience I otherwise would not have known about/to join. The opportunity to speak to a monk was also something you wouldn’t be able to do if not for the tour. I also really appreciated that the tour didn’t involve any pressure to buy tourist souvenirs - although it is good to support the villages if and where you can as this their livelihood depends on selling souvenirs. If you’re interested in learning more about the Tibetans in Nepal and/or you want to experience slightly different and less touristy while in Nepal, I highly recommend the tour.I encourage everyone visiting Pokhara to book a tour here. It is really important to learn about Tibetan culture and their way of life. I learned valuable lessons, thank you Thupten. I'll remember your words and do my best to let others know 🙏 Also I appreciated your book recommendations!We enjoyed our half day experience very much! Throughout the morning our guide explained a lot of things about Tibetan culture and the current situation.We enjoyed a lot being able to participate to the morning prayer, to see how the monks live, and the chance to talk to one of them.It was definitely an enriching life experience!We took the afternoon half day tour. Thupten was a very knowledgeable guide who taught us so much about Tibetan culture, Buddhism and life as a Tibetan in Nepal, along with a monk who answered our questions about his life and beliefs in great depth. We also tried some traditional tea and bread. Recognising and preserving Tibetan culture is of paramount importance, so I’d recommend this tour to everyone.Look no further for what to spend your time on in Pokhara! It’s hard to express just how much this tour meant to us. We feel so grateful to have been able to learn from Thupten and be part of the unique experiences he puts together for the tour. He is so hospitable, knowledgeable, and a wonderful tour guide. Go on this tour, you will be glad you did!
A rich and immersive experience of Tibetan culture awaits!
In conclusion, the Sarangkot Sunrise Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the beauty and heritage of Tibet and its people. Guided by a passionate and knowledgeable tour guide with deep connections to the area , this tour promises an unforgettable cultural experience. Join us to discover and appreciate the vibrant world of the Tibetan people firsthand.
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