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Full-Day Tour of Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cost per PorterUSD 200

Trek CostUSD 65.00

Duration1 Days
LanguageEnglish
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Tour Highlights

With its diverse culture and religions, Nepal does not fail to surprise in its capital- Kathmandu. It's the gateway to Nepal's history and spirituality, filled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Commence your tour from the Pashupatinath Temple. It is a hallowed Hindu site, lying on the River Bagmati, which delivers views of daily rituals and amazing carvings. Then, proceed to the top of the hill situated in the Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), with the landscape delivering a continuous overview of the Kathmandu Valley. The spiritual atmosphere coupled with mischievous monkeys makes for an unforgettable experience.

Private tours of the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square, which was at one time a royal palace, showcase Newari architectural styles with ancient temples, including the Hanuman Dhoka Palace. Another site with exquisite temples and courtyards educates visitors on grades of craftsmanship and devotion that signify Nepali culture—Patan Durbar Square.

Stop by the magnificent Bouddhanath Stupa, one of the largest in the world and a center for Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal. This serene atmosphere at the stupa, filled with prayer wheels and chanting monks, gives you a perfect ending to your day.

A full-day trip to these UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Valley is equivalent to an explicating exposure into the heart of Nepal, rich in history, spiritualism, and culture. Whether it is a history buff, spiritual pursuer, or curious traveler, this tour has something special for making history in a single day by discovering and enjoying sweet memories.

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DAY 1

Full-Day Tour of Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The itinerary of the full-day tour of Kathmandu Valley’s UNESCO World Heritages is simple yet exciting.

Visit Swayambhunath Temple

Early in the morning meet with your guide at 8.00 am. After that, starts the real ride and spend your time visiting Swayambhunath temple where you can get a stunning view of the capital. Spend an hour discovering the location of the supreme buddha.

Drive To Patan

On day two, from Kathmandu Durbar Square, we'll fly to the rich Patan City of Arts for its cultural heritage and the arts. Tour temples such as Krishna Mandir, Temple of Bhimsen and Taleju Bhawani Temple for a day. See the ancient architecture of Patan houses. Then you'll have lunch in one of Patan's popular cuisines.

Pay a visit to the Pashupatinath Temple

If you are an admirer of the Hindu faith, then you will surely love the idea of visiting the holy place Pashupatinath temple. It is one of the world's most celebrated and holiest Hindu shrines. Take a soulful religious bath in River Bagmati and wash away all your sins. The guide will tell you what is Lord Shiva's significance in the Hindu religion.

Make your mind peaceful visiting Boudhanath Stupa

A 15-minute drive brings you to the 2,7 kilometre distant Boudhanath Stupa from Pashupatinath. Famous for its four pairs of eyes in four directions, it was believed to have held an everlasting watch over the citizens and their actions. Photograph the pictures in the stupa with your friends, and make lifetime memories.