Episode 16: Bhaktapur: The Side Few Tourists See
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It’s the last day of hiking, and at the trail’s end Jason, Anne Dorthe, Samir and Mingmar take the terrifying Jeep ride after dark along cliff edges back down to Kathmandu, and say their sad goodbyes.  Set off with Jason and Anne Dorthe to explore other parts of Nepal, including Pokhara and Bhaktapur!    Learn about obtaining a visa in Nepal, visiting Nepal’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, and traveling between cities in Nepal.  Visit Nepal’s largest stupa in Samir’s home town, Boudha, and listen to the tornado of chanting and conch shell music emanating from the monasteries as you wander through the streets.  Stay overnight and experience a sight that most tourists never see.  Do you want to hire Samir to be your guide?  Listen up for his contact information!  Email him at [email protected]   Thank you for joining us for this adventure in Nepal!  Ready for the next step?  To access the ultimate resource for hiking adventures around the world and get our FREE gear guide, check out zerototravel.com/trekking. Want more travel? Subscribe to the Zero To Travel Podcast   
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