Cultural and Adventure Tourism in Nepal

Program OverviewThis program integrates popular cultural and adventure activities in Nepal. As we travel through the various provinces students will participate in an eclectic array of cultural and adventure activities unique to each area. Highlights include: visiting famous monuments and temples throughout Kathmandu, Pokhra, and Lumbini; preparing a traditional meal in an interactive cooking class; white water rafting down the Trishuli River; attending a yoga and mandala making class in Pokhra; going on a wildlife safari tour in Chitwas National Park; and complete the Dhulikhel one day hike enjoying views of Mountain Everest, and the Poon Hill Trek overlooking the Annapurana Mountain Range.

Program FactsLocation ............................................................................ NepalTentative Program Dates ....................... May 22- June 14, 2019

Program Leader(s):Alexia Franzidis- franzidisa@uncw.edu

Eligibility

Application Deadline: February 1, 2019 • To apply, log in at: educationabroad.uncw.edu and select

your program of choice• A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at time of

application

Students are eligible to apply for this program if they meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Degree-seeking student• At least Sophomore standing at time of participation• Good judicial standing• 2.5+ GPA at time of application

Learn more at www.uncw.edu/abroad

Application

AcademicsREC 494: 800 - Cultural Tourism: This course is designed to provide an overview of cultural tourism opportunities in Nepal. It highlights how cultural tourism can be used as a mechanism to create economic opportunities, through showcasing the lifestyle, history, and culture of the local residents, and the challenges involved in the provision of tourism products and services.

REC 494: 801 – Adventure Tourism: This course examines the motivations and needs of adventure tourists, the impacts this niche market has on tourism destinations, and the policies and current issues destinations face with this specialized travel

F A C U L T Y - L E DSUMMER

• Lodging• All excursions listed in

program activities• Transportation• Most meals • Medical insurance

Program Fee Includes:

• International airfare• Some meals• Visa• Vaccinations• UNCW Tuition (6 credits)• Optional Activities• Passport, if needed

Additional Estimated Costs: (not included in program fee)

Students will learn about the abundance of cultural and adventure activities that Nepal offers tourists. It displays the challenges and complexities of implementing, managing, and maintaining these attractions in a manner that protects the natural environment and cultural heritage. This program is bound to provide a once in a lifetime experience to one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations!

Program Activities & Features

Estimated Program Fee: $2,980

Office of International Programs | 118 Friday Annex | UNC Wilmington | 601 South College Rd. | Wilmington, NC 28403-5965 | 910.962.3685 | studyabroad@uncw.edu

Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward this program. Even if you are normally ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible for additional funding.

UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW Education Abroad Grant and additional study abroad scholarships. Grant applications and additional information are available at: www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html

This study abroad takes place in various provinces throughout Nepal. We begin our trip in Kathmandu, exploring temples, monuments, and stupas. Once acclimatized, we spend two days rafting on the Trishuli River. We arrive in Pokhra where we do a guided city walk, and visit the World Peace Pagoda. From there we hike the famous Poon Hill Trek overlooking the spectacular Annapurana Mountain Range. When we return to Pokhra we partake in a yoga class, a mandala making workshop, and an interactive cooking class. We then head south to Lumbini, the birthplace of Buddha, visiting more monuments and temples, and then head to Chitwan National Park, the first National Park in Nepal. We end our trip in Kathmandu, stopping along the way to complete the famous Nagarkot to Dhulikhel hike to enjoy views of Mount Everest.

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