Kathmandu by Bike
Explore the different side of Kathmandu away from the run-of-the-mill touristy destinations on a mountain bike. See the impressive Chobar Gorge and learn about the legend of the emergence of Kathmandu valley from a my...
Duration: 6-7 hours approx
Category: Culture & History
Group size: 1 - 12
Mix with the holy Hindu men ‘sadhus’ in Pashupatinath temple and the monks of Bodhnath. Get an insight into their life of renunciation and salvation. Wrap up your spiritual journey with a visit to the renowned astrologer.
Meet up with your guide and walk to the nearest bus-stand (20 mins approx). Jump on local transport to one of the holiest temples for Hindus all around the world- Pashupatinath (20 mins approx). Join your guide through the spiritual journey as they provide an insight into the Hindu religion, the cycle of birth and death and the story behind the Sadhus - Hindu Holy Men, who renounce their hedonistic social life to devote their life to Shiva (Hindu God of Destruction) to whom the temple is dedicated. Witness one of many cremations along the banks of Bagmati river and on the sanctimonious grounds of temple. Interact with soot-smeared, saffron-clad, dreadlocked Sadhus.
Spiritually high, travel by local transport to reach the largest Buddhist Stupa in Nepal (possibly, in the world). Follow the pilgrims circumventing the Stupa spinning the prayer wheels. Offer prayers to Lord Buddha lighting a traditional butter lamp at the main entry way to the Stupa. Converse with one of the resident monks and learn more about the Buddhist philosophy.
Food for thought, time to fill the stomach! Lunch at a roof-top restaurant commanding an enticing view of the Stupa.
Following lunch walk in to the abode of one of the most sought after astrologers in Nepal. Be amazed by how he deconstructs the mystery that is you and your future.
Return a transformed person!
Explore the different side of Kathmandu away from the run-of-the-mill touristy destinations on a mountain bike. See the impressive Chobar Gorge and learn about the legend of the emergence of Kathmandu valley from a my...
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