Kathmandu Valley Heritage Tour

Walk through living history at the Kathmandu Valley’s great squares, stupas and temples with a local guide.

Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
Tour typeCultural tour
Group size2 - 12 people
LanguagesEnglish, Hindi
DifficultyEasy
DestinationKathmandu

About this trip

Discover the three royal cities of the Kathmandu Valley in one relaxed trip. Watch the evening aarti at Pashupatinath, circle the giant Boudhanath stupa with pilgrims, climb to Swayambhunath for city views and explore the palaces and courtyards of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares.

This is a sample itinerary -- every trip can be adjusted to your dates and interests.

Highlights

  • Five UNESCO World Heritage sites in three days
  • Evening aarti ceremony at Pashupatinath
  • Sunset at Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
  • Taste juju dhau, Bhaktapur’s famous curd

Itinerary

1
Day 1 Arrival and Swayambhunath

Pick-up from the airport, hotel check-in and an afternoon visit to Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

2
Day 2 Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Bhaktapur

Morning at Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, afternoon in the medieval city of Bhaktapur.

3
Day 3 Patan and departure

Explore Patan Durbar Square and its workshops, then transfer to the airport.

What’s included

Included

  • Airport / bus station pick-up and drop-off
  • Private vehicle for the itinerary
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Entrance fees to the sites listed

Not included

  • International flights and Nepal visa fee
  • Lunch and dinner unless stated
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses

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