Half-Day Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa Tour from Kathmandu

Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration2h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa are two major UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley. On this tour, you will explore the sacred Pashupatinath temple, located on the bank of Bagmati River. You will have the opportunity to observe Hindu funeral rituals at cremation Bhasmeshwor Ghat and Arya Ghat on the riverbank. After Pashupatinath, you will go to Bouddhanath Stupa. It is considered as the center of Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. You will learn from your guide about the spiritual traditions at each place as you experience two sacred sites near Kathmandu. Includes private guide and air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Entrance Fee for Pashupatinath and Bouddhanath
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks and Beverages
  • Souvenir and gifts cost
  • Tips and Gratitudes

What to expect

  1. Oriental Journeys
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Pashupatinath Temple: Your sightseeing tour commences with a visit to Pashupatinath temple. Pashupatinath is a Shiva temple which means “Father of Living Beings”. It is located at the bank of Holy River Bagmati. Only Hindus are permitted inside the temple complex. Non-Hindus can visit other temples located in the area. Pashupatinath is considered as patron of Nepal and official deity.  Some of the temple has erotic wood carving masterpieces. Go to the other side of the river to observe the entire view of the Pashupatinath temple area and observe Hindu rituals inside the temple complex.
  2. 1h
    Boudhanath Stupa is also a UNESCO listed heritage site. It is encircled by traditional Tibetan settlements and the stupa is decorated with a colorful prayers flag and prayers wheel. Buddha is perhaps the holiest spiritual and Tibetan center outside Tibet. Visit other monasteries dotted in Boudhanath Stupa to see Tibetan traditions, culture, and prayers rituals.

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed.
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking
  • Airport pick-up will be charged extra than the sightseeing trip cost
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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