DAY 1: 25th oCTOBER

Kathmandu: Your journey begins in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu. Stay in comfortable boutique accommodation as you settle into the rhythms of Nepali life.

Overnight: Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m.

DAY 2: 26th october

Kathmandu: Explore some of the most atmospheric and holiest sites in Kathmandu, such as the ancient Stupas of Bouddhanath and Swayambhunath. Note: Your day in Kathmandu is unguided so that you can explore at your own pace.

In the evening, join our founder for a group dinner and briefing.

Overnight: Kathmandu ( includes breakfast & dinner)
Altitude: 1,400 m.

DAY 3: 27th October

Drive to Namo Buddha: Leaving Kathmandu, drive to Namo Buddha, one of Nepal’s holiest Buddhist sites, where a young prince sacrificed his life to a tigress. The monastery attracts large numbers of pilgrims, and is open to visitors. Spend some quiet time inside the main prayer hall before lunch in one of the monastery cafes. After lunch, continue to your peaceful accommodation, set in an abundant garden. Renowned for its excellent home cooking, the organic meals are prepared from ingredients in the garden.

Driving Time: 2 hours
Overnight: Namo Buddha ( all meals included)
Altitude: 1,750 m.

DAY 4: 28th October

Visit Sangachok centre:  Travel to Sangachok, the main base for our Nepal team. Visit the early childhood centre, the teacher training centre and nearby primary school. Have lunch at the residential training centre and return in the the late afternoon to the hotel.

Driving time: 3 hours

Overnight: Namo Buddha ( all meals included)
Altitude: 1,750 m

DAY 5: 29th october

Shivapuri, Kathmandu:

Return through Kathmandu to the edge of Shivapuri National Park. Our accommodation for tonight is set in a peaceful hillside garden overlooking the city.

Relax in the afternoon, go for a hike or enjoy the view of the city from the hot tub.

Overnight: Kathmandu (all meals included)
Altitude: 1,400 m

DAY 6: 30th october

Drive to Nuwakot: After breakfast depart for Nuwakot, where First Steps Himalaya has been working since 2018. Visit one of the project schools where we support teachers with training and on site classroom support.

Famous as the ‘City of Nine Hills’, Nuwakot holds significance in Nepal’s history. Nuwakot Palace was built by Nepal's first king Prithvi Naryan Shah in the 18th century. Sadly, it was badly damaged in the earthquakes of 2015 but is under renovation.

Continue to your accommodation for the next two nights in a restored heritage farmhouse.

Driving time: 2 hours
Overnight: Nuwakot (all meals included)
Altitude: 950 m

DAY 7: 31st October

Explore Nuwakot:

Visit more of the project schools in this beautiful area and find out why we chose this location for our projects. Return to the farmhouse to relax and enjoy dinner in the peaceful courtyard setting.

Overnight: Nuwakot ( all meals included)
Altitude: 950 m

DAY 8: 1st November

Enjoy a morning walk before visiting the Nuwakot Durbar. Return to Kathmandu and enjoy free time before a final group dinner.

Overnight: Kathmandu (all meals included)

Altitude: 1,400 m

DAY 9: 2nd november

Depart Kathmandu (includes breakfast)