VISIT OUR EDUCATION PROJECTS

8 NIGHTS | FROM US$1,695* | DEPARTS: KATHMANDU, NEPAL

NEXT SCHEDULED TRIPS: 13TH - 20th MAY 2025 & 5TH - 14TH NOVEMBER 2025

Embark on a truly unique journey that combines visiting First Steps Himalaya education projects with exploring some of our favourite off-the-beaten-path destinations in Nepal.

Join the directors of First Steps Himalaya for an exclusive opportunity to witness the charity's impactful work in rural Nepal. You’ll visit project schools, meet dedicated teachers, and see firsthand why quality, child-friendly education in nurturing environments is so vital for young children in remote areas.

Explore our training centre and witness our practical training programs in action. Learn about the resilience of our first earthbag building, which withstood a large earthquake in 2015, and how we went on to construct six more earthbag school buildings and a residential training centre.

Along the way, you’ll visit a renowned Buddhist monastery, picturesque rural villages, and a historic hilltop fortress. With plenty of free time, you can explore at your own pace and take in the beauty of the surroundings.

Enjoy staying in handpicked accommodation, selected for their sustainable practices, delicious food, and warm hospitality.

This tour is a perfect add-on to any of our other Nepal tours or treks or as a complimentary experience to your Bhutan adventure. Plus, there’s flexibility to extend your tour with additional days at both the beginning and end.

* Price based on twin share accommodation. Single room supplement available subject to availability. Minimum group size: 4 people. Fixed departure dates.
Find out approximate trip price in your own currency here

Trip Inclusions

Private tourist bus with driver beyond Kathmandu
Guided tour of projects with the charity’s directors
8 nights quality accommodation
All meals outside Kathmandu

- Transport around Kathmandu city
- Nepal tourist visa
- Comprehensive travel insurance.
- Alcoholic or soft drinks or bottled mineral water
- Some meals in Kathmandu

“Visiting some of the projects first hand really brought them to life and made me appreciate how much progress has been made over the years. I was impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment of the teachers and how much the children were benefiting from a nurturing learning environment. The accommodation and meals provided were of a very high standard. It was good to connect with other supporters with a shared passion for a great cause.”

— Elaine, N.Z

trip ITINERARY

DAY 1

Kathmandu: Your journey begins in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu. Explore the vibrant city at your own pace. Overnight: Kathmandu
Altitude: 1,400 m.

DAY 2

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

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

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

Namo Buddha: Enjoy a quiet day, exloring the nearby village, joining a cooking class or going on a local walk. Relax in the peaceful surroundings in the afternoon.
Overnight: Namo Buddha ( all meals included)
Altitude: 1,750 m

DAY 6

Nuwakot: Return through Kathmandu and drive through Shivapuri National Park to Nuwakot where First Steps Himalaya works in a large number of schools. 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. Visit one of the schools and learn about the substantial changes the charity’s support has made. Continue to your accommodation in a lovingly restored Nepali farmhouse. Relax in the beautiful garden before dinner al fresco.
Overnight: Kathmandu (all meals included)
Altitude: 1,400 m

DAY 7

Nuwakot: Head out to see another of First Steps Himalaya’s project schools. Learn about the challenges of working in rural Nepal and see the children in their classrooms enjoying learning.
Driving time: 2 hours
Overnight: Nuwakot (all meals included)
Altitude: 950 m

DAY 8

Kathmandu: Enjoy a morning walk before visiting the Nuwakot Durbar. Return to Kathmandu and enjoy free time before a final group dinner.
Overnight: Kathmandu (includes breakfast & dinner)
Altitude: 1,400 m