Two semesters (Spring FIU & Summer abroad), 30 days, 5 cities
From $2,400 (airfare not included) | Payments as low as $950
Structure: Two Semesters
Travel Portion:
2025:
Start: Monday, May 12
End: Tuesday, June 10
Price (airfare not included): $2,400
Overview
Why participate?
“Explore Nepal” will provide an immersive experience of the diverse and rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural splendor of Nepal. Discussions will focus on comparative societal structure and culture. This course aims to fulfill the goals of the global learning initiative. Innovative pedagogical strategies will be utilized to raise students’ awareness of the inter-relatedness of local, global, international, and intercultural issues. The interdisciplinary nature of the Honors College will facilitate students’ ability to develop a multi-perspective analysis of local, global, international, and intercultural problems, as well as their willingness to engage in problem-solving in diverse settings.
Course focus
- History, Culture, & Art of Nepal
- Philosophy and Religion
- Politics of Nepalese society
- Ethnic and cultural diversity in contemporary Nepalese society
- Geographical and biodiversity of Nepal
- COURSE SYLLABUS: 2025 Syllabus
Program information
- Spring 2025 (on campus): IDH 4007 (3 credits) - MMC, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
- Summer A 2025 (abroad): IDH 4008 (3 credits) - May 12-June 10, 2025
Program highlights
- Meeting flora and fauna in Chitwan National Park
- Exploring the city of Pokhara and its museum and caves
- Connecting with students at Tribhuvan University and local schools
- Exploring the Hanuman Dhoka Palace and Kumari Ghar in Kathmandu
- Touring the Swayambhunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath temples, and more in Kathmandu
What is included
- Airport pick-up and drop off
- 29 nights in handpicked accommodations
- Breakfast in hotels
- Meals in Chitwan
- Expert Faculty Director
- 24/7 support from Faculty Director
- Safari and cultural activities in Chitwan
- International travel medical insurance
- Highly experienced English-speaking tour guide for entire trip
- Private air-conditioned bus for all ground transport for entire program
- Admission to Nyatapola Temple, Krishna Mandir, Dakshinkali Temple, Gupteshwor Cave, and so much more
What is not included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu, Nepal
- $195.00 Education Abroad administrative fee (OEA Fee)
- FIU in-state tuition (6 credits, $205.57 per credit)
- Passport, visa, and other necessary documents
- Personal expenses
Key:
(#) = number of nights; dot = overnight stop
Itinerary
Itinerary is subject to change. It is a “living document,” meaning that scheduled "Free Time" may be utilized for in-person quizzes, class meetings, and/or class days.
Students should always consult with their Faculty Director prior to scheduling plans during "Free Time"
Day 1-6: Kathmandu
Highlights include visiting Kathmandu Durbar Square, Asan market, Pashupatinath Temple, and more. Plus day trips to Bhaktapur, Patan, Dakshinkali, and Kiripur
Day 7-10: Pokhara
Travel to Pokhara by bus. Visits to Tribhuvan Unviersity, Pokhara Museum, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Falls and Bat Cave. Day trips to Sarangkot and Dhampus-Lumle-Nayapul, which include sunrise over the Himalayas, cable car ride, adventure activities, and hiking through picturesque trails
Day 11-12: Sirubari
Travel by bus to Sirubari where students will experience a local homestay and the hospitality of the community. Students will also visit a local school and interact with students
Day 13-16: Pokhara
Travel back to Pokhara by bus. Highlights include morning boat ride on Fewa Lake, World Peace Pagoda hike, and International Mountain Museum
Day 17-19: Chitwan
Travel by bus to Chitwan; jungle activities (safari, bird watching, elephant ride) and Tharu cultural tour
Day 20-23: Kathmandu
Travel back to Kathmandu by bus; highlights include cable car to Chandragiri Hill and visit to local school
Day 24: Nagarkot/Dhulikhel
Travel to Nagarkot or Dhulikhel by bus; enjoy serene environment and beautiful views
Day 25-30: Kathmandu
Highlights include community research project presentations and farewell gathering; check out of hotel and transfer to the airport
Faculty Director
Prem Chapagain
Dr. Chapagain was born and brought up in a remote village in the foothills of the Himalayas in Nepal. He pursued his high school and undergraduate education in Nepal before moving to the United States for his graduate studies. Therefore, he brings an inside view of the uniqueness of Nepal, its people and culture, and its geopolitical history. He is currently a Professor in the Department of Physics at Florida International University, specializing in biological physics. His research focuses on the computational investigations of biomolecules, and he has extensively published on various topics of biophysics including protein aggregation, exploring novel antimicrobial compounds against antibiotic-resistant pathogens, membrane interactions, and dynamics of viral proteins of emerging viruses such as Ebola and Marburg viruses and more recently SARS-CoV-2. He has been recognized by several teaching and research awards, including the 2022 Faculty Senate Award for Faculty Excellence in Research and the 2019 Faculty Senate Award for Faculty Excellence in Teaching.
2025 Payment Schedule
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*Payments are non-refundable & non-transferrable