4 Day Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur Sightseeing with Nagarkot Trip

Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration4 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Enjoy this multi-day tour beginning in the capital city of Kathmandu. After exploring the ancient Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swyambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square, travel to Patan, the ‘city of the arts’. Onward to the cultural city of Bhaktapur in the Kathmandu Valley, and Nagarkot, which offers spectacular view of the Himalayas.

What's included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • All local transportation by private vehicle as per itinerary
  • 1 Night accommodation in Mystic Mountain Hotel or similar in Nagarkot
  • 2 nights accommodation in 3 star category Hotel (Hotel Vaishali or similar)
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • Lunch and dinner
  • The cost of personal items such as laundry and beverages
  • Optional excursions (other than those from itinerary)
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival to Kathmandu
  1. Kathmandu Durbar Square
    1h
    Upon your arrival to Kathmandu International Airport, meet your airport representative and be transferred to your hotel, and have the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight you will stay at hotel Marshyangdi on a BB-basis.
Day 2: Kathmandu full day sightseeing
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Boudhanath Stupa
    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.
  4. 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 3: Kathmandu - Patan - Bhaktapur - Nagarkot
  1. Patan Museum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    After breakfast, drive to Patan - a UNESCO-protected marvel of the Newa architecture. One of its attractions is the Ancient Royal Palace.
  2. Bhaktapur Durbar Square
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Off to Bhaktapur, which was the capital of Nepal during the 9th through 14th centuries and has managed to preserve its ancient medieval look. See the Golden Gate, Palace of 55 Windows, Taleju Temple, Datratra Square and Pottery Square.
  3. 1h
    Drive to Nagarkot and overnight at Hotel
Day 4: Nagarkot Departure
  1. Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Early in the morning take the invite to experience the amazing sunrise over Himalayas. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We are happy to pickup with in Kathmandu city and Airport.

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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Minimum age is 5 years.

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