Kirtipur historical tour

Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration3h - 4h
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

Kirtipur is one of the historical open museums in Kathmandu valley. It is one of the authentic Newari town full of art, architecture, culture and amazing lifestyle of ethnic Newari people.

Once upon time, Kirtipur was one of the strong and separate kingdom in Kathmandu valley. When the king Prithvi Narayan Shah started unification campaign in Nepal, Kiritipur was one of the great barrier. The Shah king continuously two times lost and lose his reliable soldier – Kalu Pande. At the third time only able to conquer the Kirtipur in 1967. After that, Shah took the other cities Kathmandu and Lalitpur in 1768 and Bhaktapur in 1769, completing his conquest of the valley. He thus established the Shah dynasty in Nepal by replacing the Malla dynasty.

Kirtipur is one of the artistic city in Kathmandu valley. We can observe Bagh Bhairab Temple, Uma Maheshwar Temple, Chilancho Stupa etc. At the same time, you can also have long range of Kathmandu valley and its above the glittering Himalayas view.

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • Private vehicle
  • Hotel pick/drop off
  • Entry Fee
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Food and beverages
  • Any personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Kirtipur
    3h
    After your breakfast, your tour guide and vechile will be their at your hotel. We are flexible about your time. Generally we start our program at 9: 00 AM.From thourist hub Thamel to Kiritpur is around half and hours drive.

    The tour will be accompanied by our professional tour Guide. Today you will explore the historical aspects of Kirtipur. Mainly you will visit Bag Bharab temple, Uma Mahesvara temple and its the cultural settlement of Newari People. If you want, you can try the typical Newari food with your guide.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all the travelers from Kathmandu

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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