Kathmandu: UNESCO World Heritage Sites Private & Small Group Tour

Sadhus at Pashupatinath Hindu Temple Kathmandu

Kathmandu: UNESCO World Heritage Sites Private & Small Group Tour

Duration5h - 10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore four UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this private Kathmandu sightseeing tour. Begin at Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the “Monkey Temple,” and enjoy its spiritual atmosphere and panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. Continue to Patan Durbar Square to admire its beautiful Newari architecture, historic temples, Krishna Mandir, and Patan Museum.

Next, visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, one of Nepal’s most important Hindu pilgrimage sites, where you can observe traditional rituals and the cremation ghats along the Bagmati River. Conclude your tour at Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest stupas in Nepal, where you can experience its peaceful atmosphere and join pilgrims in circumambulation.

Along the way, you can also experience local life and sample delicious Nepali street food while exploring the vibrant streets of Kathmandu.

Options

4 UNESCO Sites Private Tour

Private Tour
Duration: 6 hours
4 UNESCO Sites: On this tour, you will visit Swayambhunath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa.
Entrance Fees are Extra: Entrance fees for 4 UNESCO sites are excluded and payable separately in NPR 2600 per person.
Pickup included

4 UNESCO Sites Group Sharing

Pickup Location: In front of Fire And Ice Pizzeria, Thamel.
You will meet your guide in front of Fire and Ice Pizzeria.
Reporting Time: 8:45AM
Hotel Pickup & Drop-off: We will arrange hotel pickup within the Thamel area and drop you back at your location after the tour. Departure: 9:00AM
Duration: 6 hours
Group Sharing Tour: This is a group-sharing tour & will be conducted with other travelers. Kindly be flexible & follow the guide’s instructions.
4 UNESCO sites tour: You will visit Swayambhunath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, & Boudhanath Stupa on this group-sharing tour.
Private sharing vehicle: Your guide will meet you in front of Fire and Ice Pizzeria, Thamel, or we’ll arrange hotel pickup within Thamel as scheduled.
Entrance fee is extra: Entrance fees for 4 UNESCO sites are excluded and payable separately in NPR 2600 Per person.
Pickup included

7 UNESCO Sites Group Sharing

Pickup Location:: In front of Fire And Ice Pizzeria, Thamel. You will meet your guide in front of Fire and Ice Pizzeria. Reporting Time: 8:45AM
Entrance fee: Entrance fees for 7 UNESCO sites are excluded and payable separately in NPR 6000 Per person.
Reporting time:: 8:45AM: Kindly be at the pickup location on time. You will meet your guide in front of Fire And Ice Pizzeria Thamel.
Duration: 9 hours
Private sharing vehicle:: We will arrange pickup from your hotel within the Thamel area, or you can meet your guide at the designated pickup location.
Group Sharing Tour:: This is a group sharing tour and will be conducted with other travelers. Please be flexible with the timing.
7 UNESCO SItes: Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Changunarayan, Patan, Kathmandu & Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Pickup included

7 UNESCO Sites Private Tour

Duration: 9 hours: 9-10 Hours
Entrance Fee: Entrance fees for 7 UNESCO sites are excluded and payable separately in NPR 6000 per person.
Private Vehicle
7 UNESCO Heritage Sites: Private Kathmandu 7 UNESCO Heritage Sites Day Tour .
Pickup included

Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)

Private
Duration: 3 hours
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Pickup included

What's included

Bottle water
Taxes and official expenses.
Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle.
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Air-conditioned private vehicle.
Experienced and friendly English-speaking professional tour guide.

Monument Entry Fees: 4 UNESCO Sites NPR 2,600 per person; 7 UNESCO Sites NPR 6,000 per person.
Meals, Drinks and Personal expenses.
Tips / Gratuities for Guide and Driver

What to expect

1h

This Buddhist monastery is also called 'Monkey Temple' as groups of monkeys can be seen living here. It is situated on the top of a hill so it gives amazing view of the whole city.
Patan Durbar Square
1h · Admission ticket not included

Patan Durbar Square is situated at the centre of the city of Lalitpur in Nepal. It is one of the three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One of its attractions is the ancient royal palace where the Malla Kings of Lalitpur resided.
Pashupatinath Temple
1h · Admission ticket not included

This is the holiest shrine of Hindus dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also a cremation site on the bank of holy Bagmati. Beside the main temple, there are many other places to wander around.
Boudhanath Stupa
1h · Admission ticket not included

This is also a Buddhist monastery that is made up in a mandala shaped area and has a large dome. This is one of the popular cultural sites.
2h · Admission ticket not included

Explore the historic Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover its beautiful temples, traditional Newari architecture, ancient courtyards, and fascinating cultural heritage. Stroll through the historic square, visit iconic landmarks such as the 55-Window Palace and Nyatapola Temple, and learn about the history and traditions of Bhaktapur from your guide.
Changu Narayan Temple
1h · Admission ticket not included

Visit the ancient Changunarayan Temple, one of Nepal’s oldest temples, and admire its beautiful stone carvings, traditional architecture, and historic sculptures. Learn about the temple’s rich Hindu heritage and enjoy views of the surrounding Kathmandu Valley.
Kathmandu Durbar Square
1h · Admission ticket not included

Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and discover its historic palaces, ancient temples, courtyards, and traditional Newari architecture. Visit important landmarks such as Kumari Ghar and learn about the rich history and culture of the Kathmandu Valley.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup & Drop-off is available from any hotel or your location in the Kathmandu city area.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Private Tour: Your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel lobby/reception at the scheduled time as per your booking.
Entrance Fees: Please check whether entrance fees are included in your booking. If not included, the entrance fees should be paid separately to your guide.
Group Sharing: Please be flexible with the timing, as the schedule depends on the group.
Vehicle: Vehicle type will be arranged according to the group size: 1–3 guests by car, 4–5 by van, 6–12 by minivan, and 13+ by Hiace or Coaster.
Group: We will arrange pickup from your hotel within the Thamel area or arrange a meeting point. We will confirm and contact you with the pickup details and schedule in advance.
Group Pickup: Please be flexible with the pickup schedule, as timings may vary depending on traffic, distance, and the pickup locations of other travelers.

Cancellation policy

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

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