Faculty-led travel courses · Asia
Nepal Faculty-Led Travel Course
This program visits Nepal, a small country set beneath the Himalayan Mountains. Students travel to religious and cultural centers, busy bazaars and lowland jungle areas to learn about Nepali life and landscapes.
Good to know
- Language
- Nepali (English used in tourism)
- Currency
- Nepalese rupee (NPR)
- Best season
- October–November and March–April
- Typical length
- 10–14 days (customizable)
Highlights
What students will see and do
- Kathmandu ValleyThe valley contains several UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Durbar Squares with historic temples and palaces.
- Boudhanath StupaOne of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, it is a center of Tibetan Buddhist practice in Kathmandu.
- Pashupatinath TempleA major Hindu temple complex on the Bagmati River, dedicated to Shiva.
- The HimalayasNepal is home to eight of the world's fourteen highest peaks, including Mount Everest.
- Chitwan National ParkA UNESCO-listed lowland park known for one-horned rhinoceroses, Bengal tigers and jungle activities.
- LumbiniThe birthplace of the Buddha is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a pilgrimage destination.
Faculty-led travel courses
Courses that fit Nepal
Professors build their own syllabus; ARAMFO arranges the visits that bring it to life.
Geography & Environmental StudiesA course could study mountain ecosystems, wildlife conservation and climate change in the Himalayas.
Psychology, Sociology & Social WorkA course could examine religion, caste, tourism and community life in Nepal.
Nursing, Medicine & Public HealthA course could explore rural health care, high-altitude medicine and public health challenges.
Art, Architecture & HistoryA course could study Newar architecture, Buddhist and Hindu art and temple traditions.
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Where you will go
Academic and professional visits
- A local university faculty of environmental science
- A community health clinic
- A national park or conservation office
- A traditional craft cooperative
Visits are chosen with the professor to match the course.
Itinerary
Sample itinerary
A starting point only — every trip is adjusted to your course, dates and budget.
Customizable. This sample shows the kinds of visits and places available. Days, pace and academic visits are built around your course.
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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
The group arrives in the Kathmandu Valley, ringed by green hills with the Himalayas beyond.
- Arrive and transfer to the hotel
- Rest of the day at leisure
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Day 2
Kathmandu Durbar Square
The square is a complex of palaces and temples that once housed the Malla kings and shows centuries of Newar craftsmanship.
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Free afternoon
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Day 3
Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath is among the largest stupas in the world and a center of Tibetan Buddhism.
- Boudhanath Stupa
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Academic visit matched to your course
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Day 4
Kathmandu to Pokhara
A scenic drive west leads to Pokhara, the gateway to the Annapurna region.
- Drive to Pokhara, about 6 hours
- Check in at the hotel
- Boating on Phewa Lake
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Day 5
Sarangkot and Pokhara
Students see the Annapurna range from a hilltop viewpoint, then tour the city.
- Sunrise at Sarangkot
- Davis Falls and Seti Gorge
- Bindhyabasini Temple and Old Bazaar
- Tibetan refugee settlement
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Day 6
Phedi to Dhampus Hike
A half-day hike through villages and terraced fields gives students a close view of rural Nepal.
- Drive to Phedi
- Hike to Dhampus, about 3 hours
- Lunch with local residents and return to Pokhara
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Day 7
Pokhara to Nagarkot
A long travel day returns the group across the country to a hilltop village with Himalayan views.
- Transfer to Nagarkot via Kathmandu
- Sunset over the Himalayas
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Day 8
Nagarkot to Kathmandu
Students catch the sunrise on the Himalayan range before heading back to the capital.
- Sunrise viewing
- Short hike
- Return to Kathmandu and check in
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Day 9
Thamel and Farewell Dinner
A free day to explore Kathmandu, ending with a traditional meal.
- Free day exploring Thamel
- Farewell dinner at a Nepali restaurant
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Day 10
Departure
Transfer to the airport for the flight home.
- Transfer to the international airport
What is included
ARAMFO arranges everything
You choose the dates and the airport your group flies from. We handle the logistics and the academic visits so you can focus on teaching.
3–6 credit hours, offered through your own department · 8+ students and the professor's travel cost is covered by ARAMFO · Your dates and your departure airport
- Airfare from your preferred airport
- Hotels or student housing
- Meals as set out in the itinerary
- Transportation in the host country
- Tour guides and entrance fees
- University, company and professional visits
- A native guide with the group for the whole trip
- Customized dates and itinerary
Get started
Plan a course in Nepal
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