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LanguagesJapanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
This tour is specially designed for the travel lovers who have got limited time bound and wants to explore all the major natural as well as historical ancient places of Kathmandu. The tour covers UNESCO listed World Heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley which includes Pashupatinath temple one of the holy place of Hindu religion, Boudanath Stupa the biggest Stupa in Nepal, Swayambhunath Stupa known as monkey temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square once the royal palace of Nepal and Nagarkot a small hilltop popular for its view sunrise, sunset and panoramic view of high snow capped mountainsl. This tour also covers Changu Narayan Temple an ancient Hindu temple located on a high hilltop, considered to be the oldest temple of Nepal.
Bhaktapur Durbar square with glorious architecture; sky-high pagoda style temples built, fine clay pottery, and massive courtyards dating back to the 12th century, where devotees celebrate their pre-historic festivals by equal amount of gusto and passion.
What's included
All transfer
Pickup and drop off
Entrance fees
Guide fees
Any meals
Any accommodation/Hotel
Tips
What to expect
Day 1: Guided Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley
Kathmandu Durbar Square
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
10:30 AM: Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:30 am with their luxurious vehicle to take you for your 6-hour sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. First, stop at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmadu Durbar Sqaure is one of three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley. Though a few buildings collapsed after the devastating earthquake on April 25th, 2015, you can observe the spectacular art and architecture of the ancient Malla and Shah dynasties. It is also know as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, derived from the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of ancient royal palace.
1h · Admission ticket included
After that, head to Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath, also know as the "Monkey Temple", is situated on a small hillock on the west of Kathmandu city. It is a sacred place for Buddhist pilgrimages from all over the world. Large eyes painted on the four sides of the main stupa represents wisdom and compassion, and a dome at the base of Sutpa represents the entire world. Swayambhunath also could not escape from the devastating earthquake of April 25th, 2015, but one can still observe the art and architecture at Swayambhunath which is believed to date back to the beginning of 5th century.
Boudha Stupa Thanka Center
1h · Admission ticket included
Then, head over to Boudhanath Stupa. Boudhanath is located on the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, is the largest stupa in the world and is a sacred site for Buddhist pilgrimages. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Boudhanath is on the ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha. Founded by Licchivi King, Boudhanath has had minor damage caused by the earthquake on the 25th of April, 2015.
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Following your time there, head to Pashupatinath. The sacred Hindu shrine Pashupatinath is located on the bank of the Bagmati river to the eastern side of Kathmandu. Believed to be built by Supuspa Deva, a Licchivi King, Pashupatinath was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The main temple of Pashupatinath was built using Pagoda style architecture with four main doors. The two levels of the roof are made of copper with a gold coating and they have a gold pinnacle. The inner sanctorum is the place where the main idol is placed, and the outer sanctorum is an open corridor like space. Though some of the buildings in the Pashupati area are damaged, the main building was untouched by the earthquake of April 25th, 2015 earthquake.
5:30 PM: Your sightseeing tour ends and your guide drop you off at your Hotel.
Day 2: Nagarkot sunrise with trip to Changu Narayan Temple and Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Nagarkot View Tower
3h · Admission ticket included
04:30 am: Your expert Guide picks you up from your Hotel and drive for Nagarkot. (Approximately 1 hour of car movement)
05:30 am: Reach Nagarkot and enjoy watching Himalayan Sunrise from the Observatory. You can see the magnificent view of the Himalayan Mountains wrapped in a morning glow. Feel magnificent nature and energy of the sun throughout the body.
Changu Narayan Temple
1h · Admission ticket included
08:00 am: Begin Changu Narayan Temple sightseeing
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
2h · Admission ticket included
09:00 am: Drive for Bhaktapur Durbar Square
09:30 am: Begin your sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
11:30 am: Lunch at local Restaurant
12:30 am: Drop off at your Hotel
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
End point
Pickup details
We pick up all the guest from any hotels inside Kathmandu city
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We offer pick and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road. For hotels outside ring road you need to pay additional charge.
These world heritage sites lies inside Kathmandu valley within the a circle of circa 20 km
You might get a rear chance to experience Kumari, living goddess of Nepal, divinity in real life.
Visit the most important religious sites in Asia for devotees of Shiva and meet Sadhus, Jogi or Hindu saints.
Observe cremation process of Hindus take place on raised platforms along the river.
Stroll around Boudhanath, one of the largest stupas in South Asia.
Find peace and prayers on the little hillock of Swaymbhunath.
Visit Changu Narayan supposed to be the oldest Temple in Nepal
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
