Authentic Pokhara - 2 Days of Immersive Experiences

2 days Free cancellation

Tea Garden of Lwang with Machapuchre on the backdrop — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sharing moments with locals in a village near Pokhara — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Pokhara beyond the postcards: experience the serene tea gardens of Lwang village, a colorful local market , and a peaceful Tibetan monastery – all framed by the majestic Annapurna and Machapuchre peaks. This unique tour offers immediate authentic immersion, letting you discover local, authentic food, gain insider knowledge from local growers, and absorb spiritual tranquility, setting the stage for deep cultural discovery.

Your journey deepens with an intimate overnight homestay in Lwang, sharing stories and traditional meals with a welcoming Gurung family. This isn't just visiting; it's meaningful participation in daily life, offering unforgettable encounters with living traditions and heartfelt hospitality far from the tourist trail.

Suitable for all travelers – whether you're an adventure seeker craving authenticity or a family desiring meaningful connection – it offers an unparalleled, well-rounded Himalayan experience.

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Fitness required: Beginner

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Maruti Holidays

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–79 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Guide (English speaking; French/English speaking bilingual guide available at a little extra fee)
Included: Accommodation in a warm homestay

Not included

Not included: drinks and beverage (including bottled water) unless offered by the hosts
Not included: tips to the guide or driver
Not included: any item or service not mentioned in the ''what's included'' section

Itinerary

Day 1 · From local market of Pokhara to the tea gardens of Lwang

Stop 1

20 min

After you are picked up from your hotel, you will briefly explore the morning ambience of Pokhara by visiting a local market. If possible, you will try a sweet delicacy in a 100 year old sweet shop!
Lwangghale

Passing by

After the exploration of local market, your hour-long ride continues along a few urban followed by a few rural settlements until the arrival of Khoramukh (1040m) from where you will participate in a scenic hike up to the village of Lwang (1300m), famous for its tea gardens.

At your arrival you will be greeted by the hosts of the community homestay. You will have your lunch and dinner here.

In the afternoon, you will explore the tea-garden sitting at the foothills of beautiful peaks like the fish-tailed Machapuchre, Annapurna South, Hiuchuli, etc. Possible to try the tea in the village factory.

In the evening, if you'd like, you may try your hand at preparing a local food in the kitchen of your host family. Make sure you make the most out of your stay by interacting with the locals with the help of your guide.

A local food, eg. dal bhat (similar to Indian thali), mo:mo dumplings, nepali polenta set, etc. · A local food

Overnight at a community homestay

Day 2 · Descent to Khoramukh and back to Pokhara with the visit of a monastery

Stop 1

2 hours Admission included

After having breakfast at your hosts', you will bid farewell to the family and descend to Khoramukh where your vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Pokhara.
Jangchub Choeling Tibetan Monastery

30 min Admission included

Before arriving the central part of Pokhara, you will briefly stop at a beautiful Tibetan style monastery which is a home to more than 100 monks. Possible to visit the interesting parts of the monastery, including the shrine hall and even participate if there is a ritual going on (you need to take off your shoes to get admitted inside the shrine!)

From here transfer to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

We shall pick up all travelers staying within the Lakeside area from their respective hotel. Your guide will be waiting for you in the lobby at the designated time of arrival. He will then escort you to the vehicle and introduce to your driver before you set off on the journey to discover some less frequented sides of Pokhara and its surrounding.