Rice Planting (Ropain) Festival Trip

Your trip day starts today when you arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, you will be received by our representative at the airport. He will be carrying a signboard with our company’s name on it. Then, you will be transferred to the tour hotel and checked in. A trip briefing will follow later today, and the representative who picks you up from the airport will notify you of the time. We will come to meet and brief you about the trip at a fixed time. Until then, relax or explore a bit of the surroundings.

We will drive to Pokhara by tourist bus in the morning after breakfast. After driving for about six hours through the scenic countryside of Nepal, we reach the eloquently charming city of Pokhara. The drive will have enough stopovers necessary on the way. Once we reach Pokhara, the city's charm will capture our attention, giving us a good feeling amidst the natural wonders, from the close-up Himalayas to the surrounding lakes. A lake near our hotel is an excellent place to take an evening stroll, and the town of Lakeside has many dining options. Have an option to fly to Pokhara at an extra cost.

After breakfast, head to the Rice planting spot where many farmers attend with Plowing by Oxen, spade, and women's plantation of paddy siddling

Today is a significant festival day filled with diverse activities. Women eagerly participate in rice planting while men diligently plow the fields. There's rhythmic traditional dancing and singing, and a highlight of the celebration is playfully splashing mud on each other. Farmers gather to celebrate, enjoy the festivities, and plant amidst the mud. The day is also marked by enjoying the delightful treat of Dahi Chura, Kera—a blend of yogurt, flattened rice, and banana—which holds a cherished significance for many.

Today, we continue to embrace traditional Nepali farming practices passed down through generations. These involve a deep connection to the land and a rich cultural heritage that revolves around sustainable agriculture. In Nepal, traditional farming methods often include terrace farming, where hillsides are sculpted into steps to grow crops like rice and vegetables.

Nepali communities sustain their livelihoods and preserve a heritage that honors the land and its bounty. Today, as in the past, Nepali traditional farming remains a profound expression of resilience, harmony with nature, and the enduring bonds of community.

After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu. Alternatively, you can fly back, paying an additional cost for the ticket. Once you arrive, check into the hotel and refresh. We will go for dinner later in the evening.

Today is the time to bid farewell to Nepal. Depart for your home country, taking with you the memories of a remarkable Christmas and New Year celebration and the rich experiences of your journey through this beautiful country. We will drive you to the airport three hours before your flight.