Village and homestay tours
Away from the cities, most Nepalis still live in villages, and a few days with a local family is one of the most memorable parts of a trip. Stay in Gurung villages such as Ghandruk, follow the Tamang Heritage Trail near the Tibetan border, explore old Newar towns such as Bandipur, Panauti and Kirtipur, and walk through farming villages near Pokhara and Dhulikhel.
Homestays are simple but warm: you eat with the family, help in the kitchen or fields if you like, and support the local community directly. See our guide to homestays in Nepal.
- Gurung and Tamang villages in the hills
- Newar towns near Kathmandu
- Community homestays with local families
Tamang Heritage Trail Trek
Ghandruk Trek
Panauti and Namo Buddha Cultural Hike
Panchase Trek
Kirtipur, Bungamati and Khokana Village Tour
Bandipur Overnight Trip
Begnas Lake Boating and Village Walk
Dhulikhel Overnight Trip
Village and Homestay Tours FAQs
Answers to common questions about village and homestay tours. Can’t find what you need? Our team in Kathmandu will help.
You stay in a family home, usually in a simple private room, and eat home-cooked meals with the family.
Yes; we use registered community homestays.
Some do; your guide translates.
Yes, children love them.
A small gift from home, modest clothing and a headlamp.