KAMMA INTERNATIONAL HELPS YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN AN EXTRAORDINARY DISCOVERY WHILE TRAVELING AND LEARNING NATIVE CRAFTS, ENGAGING LOCALLY INTO CULTURES AND TRADITIONS OF WELCOMING NEPALESE COMMUNITIES.
The complete Nepali experience
A rejuvenating yoga retreat in a monastery/on a mountain(top). A course in centuries old traditional art from a master artisan who has been practicing these skills for generations. An amazing heritage walk to explore the medieval civilization and its historical wonder. Staying with a host family for incredible time with their overflowing culture. A hike into the nearby high mountain to view the massive Himalayan range. And,then witnessing the energy through the daily practice of worship in the ancient temples and monuments.
Kamma International helps you to arrange your journey through the magnificent landscape of Nepal, to get involved into the local culture, and to immerse into the vibrant communities of this beautiful country by providing you with detailed advice, support and by getting in touch with local people according to your interest. Kamma International is , a professional and authorized Kathmandu based company , a group of young Nepali entrepreneurs who are keen on introducing the beauty of their country and sharing their culture with you. We are committed to your needs and wishes and we ensure that you and your family or friends will gain a truly amazing travel experience.
Dates – March 15- March 24, 2018
Minimum participants 8,
maximum participants 16
Program base – Kathmandu (capital of Nepal)
Language- English/Mandarin
Costs- USD 1500(including all the activities, meals and travel expenses )
Availability- open
Sample Itinerary
1-3 Days
After landing in Kathmandu airport we will move to the Tibetan Buddhist monastery/Hindu Ashram located on the mountain hill. This area is clean and purified by sacred energy, an ideal place for spiritual activity. In these first three days, we will start ourcultural immersion with spiritual practices and we will participate in a professionally-led yoga retreat with an experienced Nepali yoga practitioner. We will get to discuss yoga philosophy and meditation, and more information on how the blend of ancient Hindu and Buddhist wisdom originated from this part of the world, aiming at conquering afflictions experienced by the body and mind. We will also walk to the mountain to get an amazing view of the massive Himalayan range and we will practice meditatation under this Himalayan vibration.
4-8 Days
We will move to the beautiful medieval town of Patan, where ancient shrines and outstanding courtyards are hidden from the main road. Each of us will be welcomed into a new home and family as we begin our homestay with local Newari families. Here we will have lectures from local experts about culture and tradition of the country and learn more about its hidden gems. We will also explore the uniqueness of the ancient civilization through visits to various world heritage sites and monuments and see how the traditions and spiritual beliefs are represented in the architecture and temples. More importantly, we will each get the chance to learn traditional skills of your choice with a hereditary professional artisan. Stone-carving, mandala/thangka-painting, jewelry-making, pottery, wood carving, baking of Nepali sweets , learning Nepalese folk dance, musical instruments or traditional medicine are just some of the topics you can explore one-on-one with an expert mentor.
9-10 Days
Saying farewell to our homestay families, we will finish our program in the medieval city of Bhaktapur. This is a UNESCO Living World Heritage site and the capital of the ancient kingdom of Nepal. The final night we will be staying in a luxurious hotel, enjoying spa and massage. We will close our program reflecting and sharing on what we have learned, as well as buy a gift for beloved families and friends.