Things to Do in Jiri

Jiri often referred to as Switzerland of Nepal has so much to offer to the visitors. Here we will discuss some of the top things to do in Jiri Nepal: Switzerland of Nepal. Jiri has been attracting a huge number of both national and international visitors because of the Hospitality, healthy environment, accommodation and class of its own. Book your two night three days Kalinchowk Dolakha Jiri Tour package with Hike on Travels and Treks.

Jiri lies at an altitude of 6,250 feet and is the agricultural village as well as the first village to receive the swiss aid in Nepal. Jiri is surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes. Likewise, beauty resembles Switzerland. Jiri is often referred to as the gateway to Mount Everest since it is the traditional or classic route to the Everest Base Camp.

Explore the Natural Scenery around Jiri Nepal

The amazing landscape and the natural vegetation around the Jiri village resemble the beauty as in Switzerland. Along with that the settlements built by the swiss aid also resemble the beauty of Switzerland. Hence, you should not miss the opportunity to explore this paradise.

Witness the Jirels Culture and other ethnic groups culture and tradition in Jiri Nepal

Jirels are the ethnic groups in Jiri and the name of the village itself was named after them. Hence, you can inspect the culture and traditions that are being followed in Jiri.

You can roam around the village and visit the Buddhist monasteries and monuments around the village.

Try the Churpi (Dairy product made up of Yak milk) and Cheese

Jiri is famous for Churpi and Cheese. You can taste these souvenirs while you are in Jiri and take some of it with yourself back home as well. You can explore the Yak farms around the Jiri.

Kathmandu to Jiri | How to Get There?

The total distance from Kathmandu to Jiri is 184 Kilometers. As a solo traveller, you can get the buses on a daily basis from Old Buspark Bagbazar. However, Hike on Travels has been organizing group tours to Dolakha Jiri for a long time. Hence, you can leave all the worries about booking transportation and accommodation for Jiri Trip.

Likewise, you can visit Kalinchowk and Dolakha Bhimsen on your way to Jiri as well. Kalinchowk to Jiri distance is about 72 kilometers which is just about 4 hours drive from Kalinchowk. En route, you can visit Dolakha Bhimsen as well.