Tibetan Cultural Tour: Afternoon Visit to Tibetan Settlements in Pokhara

Immerse yourself in Tibetan culture with an afternoon visit to Tibetan settlements in Pokhara. Learn about Tibet, Buddhism, food, art, and more from a professional Tibetan tour guide.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pema Ts’al Sakya Monastic Institute - Afternoon Tibetan cultural Tour.
    Departure: 2 pm.
    Return: 6 pm.
    Join the Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara with Mr. Thupten Gyatso, a knowledgeable guide. Gain insight into Tibetan culture, religion, and refugee life in Nepal. His passion for sharing Tibetan heritage ensures an enriching exploration.
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What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Afternoon tea
  • Snacks
  • Driver/guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a transformative journey with our Tibetan Cultural Tour in Pokhara, guided by Mr. Thupten Gyatso, a native Tibetan deeply connected to the region. Our tours focus on cultural and educational experiences, providing unique insights into the lives of Tibetan refugees in Nepal.
Visit Tibetan refugee settlements for an immersive experience beyond…

Location
Pema Ts'al Sakya Monastic Institute
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Nigelpb466ac
Jun 7, 2025
A must do tour if you visit Pokhara - I want to echo the various positive reviews of this fascinating tour. Thupten's enthusiasm to tell his story and the story of his family and friends is hugely entertaining and yet also emotional. He provides such a rich insight into their story. A unique experience that is a must for anyone visiting Pokhara.
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Kathleen
Jun 3, 2025
Wonderful, educational and informative afternoon - This tour was the highlight of my time in Nepal. It provided meaningful insights into Tibetan culture, traditions, and way of life. I found the tour educational and meaningful, learning about Tibetan culture and the struggles. The tour specifically focused on Tibetan education and culture—not just sightseeing. I had a wonderful afternoon chatting with a young monk, exploring monasteries and visited a Tibetan family for tea. Highly recommend this tour.
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Sightseer00547686036
May 28, 2025
Candid and insightful experience - This was one of the best guided tours we've ever experienced. The guide is exceptional person — intelligent, polite, and an eloquent speaker. He immersed us in the richness of Tibetan culture, traditions, and the philosophy of Buddhism. A true highlight was the rare opportunity to spend a full hour speaking with a Tibetan monk, asking him personal questions about his life and spiritual journey — an unforgettable and deeply moving experience. We also thoroughly enjoyed the tasting of traditional Tibetan tea and food, accompanied by captivating stories about the Dalai Lama and his timeless wisdom.
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Chillandenjoy
May 24, 2025
Culture and Teachings - An interesting knowledgeable excursion. Was not 100% sure of expectation but it exceeded all. So glad we attended. So informative, truthful and interesting. Would highly recommend if in area.
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Anastasiia
Apr 13, 2025
Highly recommend - Wonderful opportunity to find out more about Buddhism and Tibetan culture. Guide is very wise and deep in his knowledge
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Lizbethj_13
Apr 8, 2025
Enriching - The Tibetan cultural tour with Thupten exceeded all of my expectations! Thupten is incredibly knowledgeable about the Tibetan Buddhist and Tibetan culture. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history, culture, food, and traditions. His insights were both fascinating and enriching. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who is interested in learning and exchanging knowledge—it’s truly a unique and unforgettable.
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Joanne
Apr 5, 2025
The highlight of my trip to Nepal having just completed the Annapurna Circuit. - Mr Thupten gave me a solo tour at 05:30 am and on a Saturday. He was so knowledgeable about Buddhism and very proud of his Tibetan culture that it was a true privilege to spend 4 hours with him. Having visited Tibet 26 years ago he was able to give me informative and considered answers that I have been seeking all these years. I am very reassured that the Tibetan Culture is safe in the hands of these refugees. And having the opportunity to talk to a senior Tibetan monk for 30+ minutes was beyond my wildest expectations. A huge thank you to Mr Thupten and I learned more from you in 4 hours than I have in 26 years on my own. Keep up the stunning work that you do. Jo Murphy
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Mamikoe2025
Apr 2, 2025
Wonderful hospitality and cultural education - Thanks to the Tibetan Encounter Day Tour, I was able to have a meaningful stay in Pokhara. There are several reasons why I was able to spend my time meaningfully. 1:The Tibetan Encounter Day Tours responded my inquiry promptly and friendly so that I didn't feel nervous when I was organising a half day tour in Pokhara. 2:Thupten is a friendly person who arrived on time and even gave me gifts such as a scarf and water. 3:Thupten is very knowledgeable about Tibetan culture, history, and Tibetan Buddhism, and I was deeply impressed. 4:On this tour, I didn't just visit a monastery but also went to a village where Tibetans live. At a Tibetan home, I was served butter tea and handmade bread. On this half-day tour, I was able to learn many essential life lessons from Thupten. I believe these lessons are not only important for adults today but also for children. Through this tour, my desire to learn more about Tibetan culture has grown even stronger.
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Margarita
Apr 1, 2025
Wonderful - I had a wonderful time. The guide has so much knowledge. I learned so many things about Tebatian people. Everyone should take this evening
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Z6870numaximea
Mar 17, 2025
Wonderful experience - This afternoon was mega instructive and interesting. Our guide help us to understand so may things about the Tibetan culture, politics...
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).