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Crafting Memories Artisan Experience in Bhaktapur
Kathmandu
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Discover Nepal’s rich artistic heritage on this two-day journey through Bhaktapur, a city renowned for its vibrant artisan traditions and craftsmanship. Join hands-on workshops with skilled local artisans, learning traditional techniques in pottery, mask painting, wood carving, and Mithila painting—living traditions passed down through generations.
Begin in the historic village of Thimi, known for its pottery and creative spirit, where you’ll work alongside artisans in their studios. Explore the cultural landmarks of Bhaktapur Durbar Square and gain insight into the significance of each craft. Walking through Bhaktapur’s charming streets offers an intimate, eco-friendly way to experience lo...
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Pottery, Mask Painting, Woodcarving, and Mithila Painting Workshops
Guided sightseeing tours of Bhaktapur and Thimi
Lunch
Two nights' accommodation in Bhaktapur Hotel
Breakfast
Bhaktapur entrance permit
Two-way Transportation from Bhaktapur to Kathmandu
Personal expenses and additional activities not mentioned
Any unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the Community Homestay Network
Any meals not specified in the itinerary
Meeting Points
Departure
Community Homestay Network
Head east from the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Continue till you see Narayan Hiti Pond to your right and walk on till two blocks ahead. You will find the Community Homestay Network's signboard at the end of a street. Please enter the street and continue straight till you see our office to your left.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover Nepal’s rich artistic heritage on this two-day journey through Bhaktapur, a city renowned for its vibrant artisan traditions and craftsmanship. Join hands-on workshops with skilled local artisans, learning traditional techniques in pottery, mask painting, wood carving, and Mithila painting—living traditions passed down through generations.
Begin in the historic village of Thimi, known for its pottery and creative spirit, where you’ll work alongside artisans in their studios. Explore the cultural landmarks of Bhaktapur Durbar Square and gain insight into the significance of each craft. Walking through Bhaktapur’s charming streets offers an intimate, eco-friendly way to experience lo...
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Pottery, Mask Painting, Woodcarving, and Mithila Painting Workshops
Guided sightseeing tours of Bhaktapur and Thimi
Lunch
Two nights' accommodation in Bhaktapur Hotel
Breakfast
Bhaktapur entrance permit
Two-way Transportation from Bhaktapur to Kathmandu
Personal expenses and additional activities not mentioned
Any unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the Community Homestay Network
Any meals not specified in the itinerary
Meeting Points
Departure
Community Homestay Network
Head east from the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Continue till you see Narayan Hiti Pond to your right and walk on till two blocks ahead. You will find the Community Homestay Network's signboard at the end of a street. Please enter the street and continue straight till you see our office to your left.
Return
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Pottery & Mask Painting in Thimi
1 Stop
1
Madhyapur Thimi
After breakfast, you'll be picked up from your hotel and taken to the charming village of Thimi, where your day begins with a hands-on pottery session guided by local artisans. You'll learn the basics of shaping clay on a traditional wheel while discovering the rich history of pottery-making in the region, and enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the artisans themselves. Afterward, explore the vibrant streets of Thimi, known for its colorful ceramics and authentic Newari culture, often overlooked in favor of nearby Bhaktapur. Your cultural immersion continues with a mask painting workshop, where you'll uncover the spiritual significance of traditional Nepali masks and create your own colorful masterpiece to take home.
