Top Kathmandu Art Classes

Explore the remarkable story of the Gurkha knife—a symbol of history, strength, and resistance. Delve into its powerful origins and some of the fascinating tales that surround the legendary Gurkha warriors. We’re here to offer a unique blacksmithing experience, celebrating rich cultural heritage and creating a welcoming space for everyone to forge and craft in a lively and supportive environment

The khukuri is the symbol of loyalty and Gurkha warrior, regarded as traditional to all hill tribes of Nepal,also a multipurpose knife can be used for shaping timber to chopping up meat and vegetables. The blade is of tempered steel, slightly curved and exceedingly sharp. The handle is usually of wood or buffalo horn. A nick in the blade close to the handle serves the purpose of preventing blood from reaching the handle and is also symbolic of the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The blade is enclosed in a scabbard of wood and leather. The Khukuri comes in different sizes but for this workshop you will be making a small(6 inch) blade. Take part in creating your own knife.The process implies cutting/hammering a raw piece of iron into the shape of the blade, grinding the blade and making the handle. (note that for safety reasons, the blade grinding will only be done by the host and we advise guests to stay clear of the sparks during this process). Take a Knife as a souviner.

This photowalk offers a unique opportunity to explore Bhaktapur, one of the most culturally rich and photogenic cities in Nepal, through the eyes of a local photographer. As your guide, I will take you beyond the tourist spots into the living city where locals dry grains in courtyards, potters shape clay by hand, and centuries-old rituals unfold in quiet corners. You will capture real moments, not staged scenes, and learn how to see light, texture, and human connection in everyday life. Bhaktapur is the most popular route, but the experience is flexible. You can also choose to explore other parts of the valley such as Boudhanath, Asan, Panauti, or Pharping depending on your interests. Each route is designed to suit different photography styles from street and portrait to cultural and environmental storytelling. Having a photographer as your guide means you will not just see the place. You will learn how to read it visually and tell deeper stories with your camera.

Learn more about Nepali culture through its food. During this fun, hands-on cooking class, participants will start from scratch by learning how to choose the best ingredients, and work through to complicated techniques, like making momos. Three different menus are offered, each containing four traditional Nepali dishes, so there should be something for everyone to enjoy. Foodies and enthusiastic cooks will especially enjoy this activity, but you don’t need to have cooking experience.

Making a souvenir on your own with highly skilled artists of 3 decades of experience ,rather than buying it in a expensive price . A lot of the time we dont even know if the quality of the thanka painting is good ( hand printed or machine printed) when we buy in random shop corner. The experience we provide ensures that you not only get the authentic piece of art , you also get to go through the whole process and observe it. You can ask the questions and confusions about the artform. Our experience is also quite flexible as you get to choose your pickup location, you get to choose one design out of 3 and also the timings. We provide you one English speaking guide as well who will help you throughout

This one hour sensory experience with singing bowls, or a Sound Bath, is a wonderful way to relax after a busy day of sightseeing in Kathmandu. The frequencies produced by the local, expertly crafted singing bowls are said to decrease stress and can even soothe physical pain, so it is worth it to book it into an itinerary for something calming to look forward to at the end of the day.

Highly trained, experienced and knowledgeable yoga instructors. Every practitioner receives one-on-one guidance, especially if you are a beginner and have physical conditions. You’re guaranteed to feel a release of stress and tension stored in your body and mind. Every practitioner has free access to unlimited detox water and green tea post session. We also have spa and massage facility, a restaurant, an open garden and a wellness store in its premise that practitioners can fully enjoy

Spend a luxurious day in Kathmandu with an Ayurvedic massage and herbal steambath, followed by the sensations of Shirodhara, or an ancient oil treatment related to Panchakarma. During the day you’ll also have a one hour yoga class taught in English to enjoy. To keep you sustained, a delicious, healthy yogic and ayurvedic lunch will also be provided.