Nagi Ghumba( Spiritual Tour)

About Trip

Nagi Gumba Nagi Gumba (also spelled Nagi Gompa or Nagi Gomba) is a serene Buddhist nunnery nestled in the lush slopes of Shivapuri?Nagarjun National Park, just north of Kathmandu.Established circa 1962 and associated with the Ka?Nying Shedrub Ling lineage. Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche lived and taught here for over three decades until his death in 1996.The main temple features statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, Guru Rinpoche, Third Karmapa, plus Tibetan art and prayer halls.Damaged in the 2015 earthquake and subsequently rebuilt, it remains a vital center for female monastics.Nagi Gumba makes for a perfect half?to?full?day escape: a peaceful spiritual sanctuary with cultural depth, scenic hiking, and mountain?view rewards. It’s accessible, meaningful, and rejuvenating.

Triten Norbutse Monastery is Founded in Nepal in 1987 by H.E. Yongdzin Lopon Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche, Triten Norbutse serves as a major center for the Yungdrung Bon tradition. It was created to preserve Bon teachings, provide full monastic education to students from Himalayan border regions like Dolpa and Mustang, and serve Tibetan refugees and global practitioners which is built on a hillside overlooking Swayambhu Stupa, it’s often called “Red Gumba” due to its striking red-and-gold exterior.The original Triten Norbutse in Tibet was established in the 14th century by Bönpo master Shen Nyima Gyaltsen, part of the Shen lineage of Buddha Tonpa Shenrab. It was one of the four principal Bön institutions in Tibet before its destruction during the Cultural Revolution and Kathmandu monastery is a modern revival and extension of this legacy, anchored in academic and spiritual preservation.

White Gumba White Gumba also known as Seto Gumba or Druk Amitabh Monastery.White Gumba is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery perched on Druk Amitabh Mountain (approx. 1,450–1,595?m elevation) in Nagarjun Municipality north of Swayambhu Founded in the 1960s by Lama Geshe Wangyal, it has become a center for Tibetan Buddhist practice in Nepal, especially led and run by nuns, featuring artwork, murals, a stupa, prayer wheels, and landscaped gardens inspired by Sukhavati Bhuvan (Pure Land).It’s known as a peaceful spot for meditation, yoga, photography, and spiritual quiet, with prayer flags, chants, and scented incense creating a serene ambiance.Often cited as the second-best sunrise/sunset viewpoint in Kathmandu valley after Nagarkot.The monastery stands out in its whitewashed architecture against lush greenery and offers panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley and nearby peaks on clear days.In 2015 earthquake caused serious damage and triggered long-term closure for reconstruction. Although reopening was previously announced around 2018, as of mid?2025 it remains mostly closed to the public, with ongoing restoration.

Swayambhunath Stupa Swayambhunath Stupa commonly known as the Monkey Temple perched on a hill in the Kathmandu Valley.Swayambhunath—literally “self?existent one”—is a sacred Buddhist complex atop a hill about 2–3?km west of central Kathmandu, offering panoramic views of the city and valley.Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, it ranks among the most revered Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in Nepal and attracts both Buddhists and Hindus alike.According to ancient lore, a vast lake once covered the Kathmandu Valley. A divine lotus at its center radiated light until Bodhisattva Manjushri drained the lake transforming the lotus into a hill topped by Swayambhu Stupa.The stupa features a large white dome (symbolizing the world) topped with a gilded spire and 13 pinnacles representing the stages to enlightenment. Painted pairs of eyes on all four sides embody wisdom, compassion, and the unity symbol the Nepali numeral 1 between them the site is nicknamed the Monkey Temple due to its population of rhesus macaques, considered sacred descendants of Manjushri’s hair lice mythically transformed into monkeys.

Visitor safety tips:

Avoid feeding the monkeys.

Keep food and belongings secure.

Avoid eye contact or gestures that could be misinterpreted by the animals.

 Included in Cost ( Received) 

 ®  International & domestic airport transfers as per the itinerary.
 ®  3 nights 3 star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis on BB plan.
 ®  Kathmandu  sightseeing by Private Vehicle. 
 ®  One prefessional English speaking tour guide.
 ®  Complementary farewell dinner in a Typical Nepali cultural restaurant.
 ®  Allgovernment taxes, VAT, Tourist Service charges and official expenses.

 Not included  in cost( canceled) 
 ©  International air fare to/ from Nepal.
 ©  Entry Visa fees - at present $25 for 15 day, US$ 40 for 30 day, and US$ 100 for three month visa on entry into Nepal. 
 ©  Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
 ©  Temple and monastery entry permit fees.
 ©   Bar bills and Personal Expenses.
 ©   Tips and gratitude provided to staff.

ITINERARY

7:30 Am Drive from Thamel to Muhan Pokhari  (30–40 min)  trailhead at the entrance to Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.

8:15 Shivapuri National Park Entrance (Pani Muhan) and drive to Nagi Gumba.(1hr)

9:15 Visit the nunnery, light butter lamps, enjoy valley and Himalayan views.Light snacks or tea if available from the nuns.

10:00 Drive from Nagi Gumba To Triten Gumba(45min)

10:45 AM – Visit Triten Norbutse Gumba (10:45–11:30 AM)

11:30 AM – Drive from Triten Gumba to White Gumba (15 min drive).

12:15 PM – Arrive at White Gumba (Seto Gumba).Explore outer garden areas, take photos.

1:15 PM – Drive from white Gumba to Swayambhunath (20–30 min)

1:45 PM – Explore Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) Free time until 3:30 PM

3:30–4:00 PM – Drive back from Swayambhunath to Thamel.