Premium Nepal Watercolour Adventure with Jacky Pearson
Nepal Watercolour Adventure with Jacky Pearson
- Kathmandu, Nagarkot & Pokhara
- 2–14 November 2027
- 13 Days / 12 Nights
Join internationally acclaimed watercolour artist Jacky Pearson for an unforgettable 13-day painting adventure through Nepal. Journey from the historic temples and courtyards of Kathmandu to the Himalayan landscapes of Nagarkot and the tranquil lakes and mountain scenery of Pokhara.
Enjoy carefully paced painting sessions, demonstrations, individual guidance and group critiques while discovering some of Nepal's most inspiring cultural and natural landscapes. No trekking is required.
- Patan & Bhaktapur – Historic temples, traditional Newari architecture, atmospheric courtyards and colourful street scenes.
- Boudhanath & Swayambhunath – Iconic stupas, prayer flags, local life and panoramic Kathmandu Valley views.
- Nagarkot – Himalayan sunrise and sunset painting sessions with spectacular mountain views.
- Changu Narayan – A peaceful UNESCO World Heritage temple surrounded by traditional village scenery.
- Sarangkot – Paint the spectacular sunrise light over the Annapurna mountain range.
- Phewa & Begnas Lakes – Reflections, traditional boats, peaceful shorelines and distant Himalayan landscapes.
💰 Pricing Options
🎨 AU$5,495 pp Twin Share 🏡 AU$6,495 Single Fare
🌟 Non-Painting Partner Discount: AU$500 Off
🎨 Nepal Watercolour Adventure with Jacky Pearson
A 13-day creative journey through the landscapes, heritage and colours of Nepal (No trekking is required.)
📍 Kathmandu, Nagarkot & Pokhara | 2 – 14 November 2027 | 13 Days / 12 Nights
🎨 Watercolour painting, demonstrations, individual guidance and critique across three inspiring regions of Nepal
🖼️ Workshop Overview
Join internationally acclaimed watercolour artist Jacky Pearson for an unforgettable
13-day painting journey through Nepal, exploring the historic Kathmandu Valley, the Himalayan
landscapes of Nagarkot and the tranquil lakes and mountain scenery of Pokhara.
From centuries-old temples, traditional Newari architecture and colourful street scenes to Himalayan
sunrises, peaceful lakes, traditional boats and atmospheric mountain views, Nepal offers an extraordinary
variety of subjects for the watercolour artist.
Throughout the journey, Jacky will guide participants through painting demonstrations, practical
on-location sessions, individual assistance and group critique. Her supportive and encouraging teaching
style allows participants to develop their skills while learning how to simplify complex subjects, capture
changing light and create atmosphere in their paintings.
The itinerary has been carefully designed as a painting holiday rather than a fast-paced sightseeing tour,
allowing time to settle into each location, observe the surroundings and enjoy the painting experience.
The workshop is suitable for artists with different levels of experience, from enthusiastic beginners
to experienced painters seeking new inspiration.
No trekking is required.
Choose from:
- 🏨 Full workshop package including 12 nights of quality accommodation, daily breakfast,
scheduled painting-location transport, scheduled airport transfers, welcome dinner, farewell dinner
and the full painting program with Jacky Pearson - 🎨 Painting-only option for participants arranging their own accommodation and
transport, subject to availability and workshop logistics
🌟 Workshop Highlights
✔️ 13-Day Nepal Painting Journey: Experience a carefully paced watercolour adventure combining
painting, cultural discovery and relaxation across Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara
✔️ Expert Tuition with Jacky Pearson: Enjoy demonstrations, practical painting sessions,
individual guidance and group critique throughout the workshop
✔️ Patan Durbar Square: Paint magnificent temples, traditional Newari architecture,
historic courtyards, carved timber details and colourful everyday street life
✔️ Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Spend a full painting day surrounded by red-brick architecture,
ancient temples, pottery, courtyards and atmospheric heritage streets
✔️ Boudhanath & Swayambhunath: Capture iconic Buddhist stupas, prayer flags, pilgrims,
monks and panoramic views across the Kathmandu Valley
✔️ Nagarkot Himalayan Sunrise: Paint the changing morning light over the Himalayan range
and explore techniques for atmospheric landscapes and distant mountains
✔️ Changu Narayan: Discover a quieter UNESCO World Heritage temple precinct surrounded by
traditional architecture and village scenery
✔️ Sarangkot Sunrise: Experience spectacular early-morning views across the Annapurna range
and capture the mountains as they emerge through changing light and atmosphere
✔️ Phewa Lake: Paint traditional boats, reflections, lakeside scenes and distant Himalayan
mountains from one of Pokhara’s most beautiful locations
✔️ Begnas Lake Painting Day: Enjoy a relaxed full-day painting experience surrounded by
peaceful water, wooded hills, rural landscapes and mountain views
✔️ Final Painting & Critique Session: Complete works in progress, receive individual
guidance from Jacky and participate in a relaxed group critique celebrating paintings created throughout
the Nepal journey
✔️ Quality Accommodation: Relax in comfortable 4-5 star accommodation throughout the 12-night journey
across Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara
✔️ Scheduled Painting Transfers: Transport between accommodation and scheduled painting
locations is included for full-package participants
✔️ Comfortable Pace: The itinerary balances organised painting sessions with rest periods,
free time and relaxed exploration, including recovery time following early-morning sunrise sessions
✔️ No Trekking Required: Experience Nepal’s extraordinary landscapes and cultural heritage
without the need for trekking
✔️ Small Group Experience: Enjoy personalised guidance from Jacky Pearson in a friendly,
supportive and inspiring group environment
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Destination
Tour Plan
🛬 Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu
- Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport
- Scheduled transfer to the hotel and check-in
- Afternoon at leisure to settle in and relax
- Evening 🍽️ Welcome Dinner with Jacky Pearson and fellow participants
- Workshop introduction, materials briefing and overview of the painting journey ahead
🎨 Day 2 – Patan Durbar Square & Old Patan
🎨 Day 2 – Patan Durbar Square & Old Patan
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Travel to historic Patan Durbar Square
- Morning painting demonstration with Jacky focusing on composition and simplifying architectural subjects
- On-location painting among traditional Newari architecture, temples, courtyards and historic streets
- Individual guidance and assistance from Jacky throughout the session
- Return to the hotel in the late afternoon
🏛️ Day 3 – Bhaktapur Durbar Square
🏛️ Day 3 – Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Full-day excursion to Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Painting among red-brick architecture, temples, carved timber buildings and atmospheric courtyards
- Explore and paint around the famous pottery area and surrounding heritage streets
- Demonstrations and individual painting guidance with Jacky
- Return to Kathmandu in the late afternoon
🙏 Day 4 – Boudhanath Stupa & Swayambhunath
🙏 Day 4 – Boudhanath Stupa & Swayambhunath
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Morning visit and painting session at Boudhanath Stupa
- Capture prayer flags, pilgrims, monks, surrounding architecture and vibrant local activity
- Afternoon visit to Swayambhunath
- Sketching and painting opportunities with panoramic views across the Kathmandu Valley
- Return to the hotel in the late afternoon
🏔️ Day 5 – Kathmandu to Nagarkot
🏔️ Day 5 – Kathmandu to Nagarkot
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Scenic transfer from Kathmandu to Nagarkot
- Hotel check-in and free time to relax
- Late-afternoon painting session overlooking the Himalayan landscape
- Focus on atmospheric perspective, distant mountains and changing evening light
🌅 Day 6 – Nagarkot Sunrise & Changu Narayan
🌅 Day 6 – Nagarkot Sunrise & Changu Narayan
- Early morning sunrise painting session overlooking the Himalayan range
- Jacky will demonstrate techniques for capturing rapidly changing morning light
- Return to the hotel for breakfast and time to relax
- Later visit to Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Painting and sketching among traditional architecture and peaceful village surroundings
- Return to Nagarkot in the afternoon
Day 7 – Nagarkot to Pokhara
Day 7 – Nagarkot to Pokhara
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Transfer from Nagarkot to Pokhara
- Hotel check-in and time to settle in
- Late-afternoon introductory painting session at Phewa Lake
- Paint traditional boats, reflections, lakeside scenery and distant mountain views
- Relaxed evening in Pokhara
🌄 Day 8 – Sarangkot Sunrise & Old Pokhara
🌄 Day 8 – Sarangkot Sunrise & Old Pokhara
- Early morning excursion to Sarangkot
- Sunrise sketching and painting with panoramic views of the Annapurna mountain range
- Return to the hotel for breakfast and rest
- Afternoon painting session around Old Pokhara
- Capture traditional shops, streets, architecture and everyday Nepalese life
🌊 Day 9 – Begnas Lake Painting Day
🌊 Day 9 – Begnas Lake Painting Day
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Travel to peaceful Begnas Lake
- Full-day relaxed painting experience away from central Pokhara
- Paint still water, reflections, traditional boats, wooded hills and rural landscapes
- Jacky will provide demonstrations and individual guidance throughout the day
- Return to Pokhara in the late afternoon
🎨 Day 10 – Free Painting & Exploration Day
🎨 Day 10 – Free Painting & Exploration Day
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Free day to revisit a favourite painting location or explore somewhere new
- Option to paint independently around Phewa Lake or nearby areas
- Opportunity to develop works started earlier in the workshop
- Participants may also choose to relax and enjoy free time in Pokhara
🖼️ Day 11 – Final Painting Session & Group Critique
🖼️ Day 11 – Final Painting Session & Group Critique
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Final dedicated painting session with Jacky
- Time to complete works in progress and revisit techniques explored during the tour
- Individual guidance and assistance from Jacky
- Afternoon Group Critique and review of selected paintings
- Relaxed opportunity to share experiences and celebrate the creative journey
🏙️ Day 12 – Return to Kathmandu & Farewell Dinner
🏙️ Day 12 – Return to Kathmandu & Farewell Dinner
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Transfer from Pokhara back to Kathmandu
- Hotel check-in on arrival
- Free time for shopping, exploring or relaxing
- Evening 🍽️ Farewell Dinner with Jacky and the group
- Celebrate the paintings, friendships and experiences created throughout Nepal
🛫 Day 13 – Departure from Kathmandu
🛫 Day 13 – Departure from Kathmandu
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Hotel check-out
- Scheduled transfer to Kathmandu International Airport
- Depart Nepal with wonderful memories and a unique collection of paintings from the journey
💰 Pricing Options
We offer two full-package accommodation options:| 🧾 Package Type | 💵 Price (AUD) | 🧳 Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| 🎨 Twin Share | $5,495 pp | 12 nights in quality 4–5 star accommodation, daily breakfast, full painting program with Jacky Pearson, scheduled local transfers, scheduled airport transfers, welcome dinner & farewell dinner |
| 🧍 Single | $6,495 | As above, with your own private room throughout the tour |
| 👫 Non-Painting Partner | –$500 | AU$500 discount for a non-painting partner sharing accommodation with a full-package painting participant |
📌 What’s Included
For Full Package Guests: ✅ 12 nights in quality 4–5 star accommodation across Kathmandu, Nagarkot & Pokhara ✅ Daily breakfast ✅ Welcome dinner in Kathmandu ✅ Farewell dinner in Kathmandu ✅ Full watercolour painting program with Jacky Pearson ✅ Painting demonstrations and on-location sessions ✅ Individual guidance and group critique sessions ✅ Scheduled transport to organised painting locations ✅ Transfers between Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara as outlined in the itinerary ✅ Scheduled Kathmandu Airport arrival and departure transfers👫 Non-Painting Partners
Non-painting partners are warmly welcome to join the tour and enjoy the accommodation, sightseeing, scheduled transport and included meals while their partner participates in the painting program. 🌟 Non-Painting Partner Discount: AU$500 off the applicable twin-share package price Not Included: ❌ International airfare to/from Nepal ❌ Art materials – please bring your own painting supplies ❌ Lunches and dinners unless specifically listed as included ❌ Personal expenses, drinks and optional activities ❌ Travel insurance – comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended📅 Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel: 🔹 More than 90 days before departure – Full refund minus the non-refundable holding deposit 🔹 31–90 days before departure – 50% refund 🔹 30 days or less before departure – No refund If Painting Holiday Tours needs to cancel due to insufficient bookings, unforeseen circumstances or artist illness: ✅ Refund of payments made, subject to the applicable booking terms; or ✅ Option to transfer your payment to another Painting Holiday Tours workshop❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Nepal Watercolour Adventure
🥾 Is this a trekking tour?
No. This is a watercolour painting holiday, not a trekking tour. The itinerary has been designed around comfortable access to painting locations in Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara, with organised transport provided as part of the package. There are no hikes or trekking days included in the scheduled itinerary.🚶 How much walking is involved?
Most painting locations will involve only short-distance walking from the vehicle drop-off point to the selected painting area. Participants should, however, be comfortable with normal sightseeing-style walking. Some historic areas may have uneven paving, steps, courtyards or slightly sloping paths. The intention is always to select practical painting locations that allow participants to settle comfortably and spend time painting rather than walking long distances.🧓 Is the tour suitable for mature travellers?
Yes. The itinerary is being designed with a comfortable and relaxed pace in mind. There is no trekking requirement, and transport will be used between the major destinations and scheduled painting locations. Participants should nevertheless be independently mobile and comfortable with short walks, occasional steps and uneven surfaces commonly found around historic sites.♿ What if I have limited mobility?
If you have mobility concerns, please contact Painting Holiday Tours before booking. We will be happy to discuss the itinerary with you and provide further information about the expected walking and accessibility at individual locations.🏔️ Do we need to worry about high-altitude trekking?
No high-altitude trekking is included in this tour. We will enjoy spectacular Himalayan scenery from accessible locations such as Nagarkot and Sarangkot without undertaking a mountain trek.🌅 Are the sunrise painting sessions compulsory?
No. Sunrise sessions at locations such as Nagarkot and Sarangkot are special opportunities included in the itinerary, but participants who prefer not to take part in an early-morning session may choose to rest instead. The itinerary includes time to relax following the early starts so that the overall journey remains comfortable and enjoyable.🎨 What level of painting experience do I need?
The workshop is suitable for artists with a range of experience, from enthusiastic beginners through to experienced painters. Jacky Pearson will provide demonstrations, individual guidance and practical assistance throughout the workshop, allowing participants to work at their own level and pace.🖌️ Do I need to paint every day?
No. While the itinerary offers an extensive painting program, this is also a holiday. Participants are welcome to take a break from a particular session if they would prefer to relax, explore or simply enjoy the surroundings.🖼️ What types of subjects will we paint?
Nepal offers an exceptional variety of watercolour subjects, including:- 🏛️ Historic temples and traditional Newari architecture
- 🙏 Buddhist stupas, prayer flags and cultural scenes
- 🏘️ Traditional streets, courtyards and local life
- 🏔️ Himalayan mountain landscapes
- 🌅 Sunrise and changing mountain light
- 🌊 Lakes, reflections and traditional boats
- 🌳 Rural landscapes and village scenery
👫 Can my partner come if they do not paint?
Absolutely. Non-painting partners are very welcome. They can enjoy the accommodation, destinations, cultural experiences, scheduled transport and included meals while their partner participates in the painting sessions. 🌟 Non-painting partners receive an AU$500 discount when sharing accommodation with a full-package painting participant.🏨 What standard of accommodation is included?
The package includes 12 nights in quality 4–5 star accommodation across Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara. We aim to select comfortable hotels that provide a good base for the painting program while also allowing participants to relax at the end of each day.✈️ How will we travel between Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Pokhara?
Transport between the scheduled tour destinations will be organised as part of the package. Final transport arrangements will be selected with consideration for comfort, practicality and the overall itinerary. Detailed transfer information will be provided to participants before departure.🛬 Are airport transfers included?
Scheduled arrival and departure transfers between Kathmandu International Airport and the tour hotel are included as part of the full package. Participants will be asked to provide their international flight details before the tour so that transfer arrangements can be coordinated.🍽️ Which meals are included?
The full package includes:- ✅ Daily breakfast
- ✅ Welcome dinner
- ✅ Farewell dinner