Himalaya

Bhutan, Nepal

$18,000

Tuition

*Airfare for international and in-country flights additional

60 Days

Trip duration

12+

Grades

60 Days

Fall: Sep 10 – Nov 9, 2025

Los Angeles, CA (LAX)

Arrival

Bangkok, Thailand (BKK)

Departure

$18,000

Tuition

60 Days

Trip duration

Fall: Sep 10 – Nov 9, 2025

12+

Grades

*Airfare for international and in-country flights additional

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey through Bhutan and Nepal, two Himalayan gems steeped in rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant cultures. Explore Nepal’s temples, bustling markets, and learn about the birthplace of Buddhism, before discovering Bhutan’s unique identity as the world’s only kingdom guided by Gross National Happiness. Immerse yourself in Bhutan’s deeply rooted Buddhist philosophy and sustainable way of life. Embrace a rare opportunity to connect with the heritage, spirituality, and culture of these extraordinary Himalayan nations.

Program Highlights

Explore Kathmandu and Learn About the Nepalese Cooking Traditions of the Thakali Tribe
Stay at a Monastic Institute in Nepal and Practice Traditional Buddhist Meditation
Immerse Yourself Through Local Family Homestays Learning From and Supporting Community Projects
Journey to ‘The Last Himalayan Kingdom’ and Explore the Rich Culture and Buddhist History that is Bhutan
Shadow Local Students as You Experience Life and the Education System at One of Bhutan's Premier Colleges
Help to Ensure the Survival of the Himalayan Snow Leopard
Trek the Peaks and Valleys of Nepal's Annapurna Mountain Range
Learn About the World’s Youngest Democracy, as You Explore Bhutan's Transition to a More Modern Political System

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Cultural Immersion

Learn about the great practice of meditation and Buddhist teachings in the mountains of Bhutan and Nepal. Explore Kathmandu and visit various UNESCO World Heritage sites. Experience authentic life in these diverse Himalayan regions through multiple homestays and community-led projects. And of course, try delicious regional foods that are sure to make your taste buds sing!

Culture

Food

Adventure

Trek through the mystical mountain trails of the Annapurna range and test your endurance in the glacial peaks. Journey to a spiritually significant high mountain lake once visited by the “Treasure Revealer” on a multi-day trek in one of Bhutan’s national parks and one of the few regions protecting Snow Leopards. Raft on a river churning with Himalayan glacial waters, passing iconic temples and local villages along the adventure.

Hiking

Rafting

Environmental Conservation

Learn from and work alongside biologists and wildlife experts in their conservation efforts for both the Black Necked Crane as they journey between Bhutan and Tibet, as well as the ever-elusive and majestic Snow Leopard. Experience in the sustainable farming practices of Bhutan while also learning about the only carbon-neutral country in the world and the efforts to ensure that 60% of Bhutan remains protected forest land as mandated in the country’s constitution.