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Experience the heart of Nepal’s agricultural culture with our 3 Days Ropain Jatra Festival Experience in Kirtipur. This immersive journey allows you to actively participate in the traditional rice planting festival, live with a local Newari family, enjoy authentic cuisine, and celebrate Nepal’s National Paddy Day alongside villagers.
This package is carefully designed for travelers who want a real cultural connection, not just sightseeing. Through this experience, you will understand the true meaning of 👉 Ropain Jatra in Nepal, Nepal’s most important farming festival.
Participate in Nepal’s famous rice planting festival
Learn traditional farming techniques from locals
Celebrate Ashadh 15 (National Paddy Day)
Enjoy Newari culture, food, and homestay
Short, meaningful cultural escape near Kathmandu
Support community-based tourism
This package directly complements our in-depth guide on
👉 Ropain Jatra in Nepal
| Day | Itinerary (Short) | Meals |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Kathmandu – Kirtipur |
Pick-up from Kathmandu, drive to Kirtipur, Newari Sagun welcome, lunch with host family, walking tour of old town, cultural interaction, overnight at community homestay. | Lunch & Dinner |
| Day 2 Ropain Jatra Festival Day |
Breakfast, walk to rice fields, festival briefing, change clothes, rice planting, monsoon songs, mud activities, Dahi-Chiura lunch, free time, cultural dinner, overnight at homestay. | Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner |
| Day 3 Kirtipur – Kathmandu |
Breakfast, farewell to host family, return transfer to Kathmandu. | Breakfast |
Mid-June to early July
Celebrated on 15th Ashadh
Peak monsoon cultural season
Cultural travelers
Responsible & sustainable tourists
Photographers
Families & small groups
Travelers seeking authentic village life
Visitors interested in Nepal’s festivals
Local expert team
Ethical & community-based tourism
Authentic cultural immersion
Transparent pricing
Trusted Nepal-based operator
Celebrate Nepal’s Rice Planting Festival the Local Way.
Join the 3 Days Ropain Jatra Experience in Kirtipur with Himalayan Dream Team – USD 200 per person.
📩 Contact us now to reserve your place for Ashadh 15.
Pick-up from Kathmandu
Drive to historic Kirtipur
Traditional Newari Sagun welcome ceremony
Lunch with host family
Guided walk through Kirtipur old town
Introduction to Newari culture and lifestyle
Evening cultural interaction
Overnight at community homestay
Breakfast at homestay
Walk to rice fields with locals
Cultural briefing on Ropain Jatra
Change into traditional planting clothes
Hands-on rice planting in muddy fields
Singing Ashare Jhyaure (monsoon folk songs)
Fun mud activities with villagers
Traditional lunch with Dahi-Chiura
Free time to relax and interact
Cultural dinner and overnight stay
Breakfast
Farewell to host family
Return transfer to Kathmandu
✔️ 2 nights community homestay in Kirtipur
✔️ All meals as per itinerary
✔️ Ropain Jatra participation & guidance
✔️ Two-way transfers from Kathmandu
✔️ Local cultural coordination
✔️ Community support contribution
✖️ Personal expenses
✖️ Travel insurance
✖️ Alcoholic beverages (optional)
✖️ Any service not mentioned above
Yes. The experience is designed especially for international travelers and guided respectfully by locals.
No. Locals will guide you step by step.
Participation is optional, but highly recommended for the full experience.
Yes. Kirtipur is only a short drive from Kathmandu.
Absolutely. It includes accommodation, meals, transfers, cultural experiences, and community support.
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