5-Day Sightseeing Tour of Kathmandu Valley Highlights
Highlights
Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Patan
Locations Covered
Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Nagarkot, Patan
nature, religious, cultural
Private Tour
5 Days
Easy
English, German, Hindi, Nepali
Languages
English, German, Hindi, Nepali
Description
Embark on this 5-day tour to visit the major highlights of Kathmandu Valley, including stunning UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the Boudhanath stupa and the Pashupatinath temple. Head to Bhaktapur to see Changunarayan Temple and enjoy the scenic backdrop of the snow-capped Himalayan Mountains from the Lookout Tower in Nagarkot.
Itinerary
-
Day 1- Arrive in Kathmandu
Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu(1,350 m). You will be welcomed by our team staff members and then transferred to the booked hotel.
After a refreshment break, our representative will briefly explain the program.
Overnight stay at the hotel on a B/B basis.
-
Day 2- Kathmandu Valley
This day is set aside for sightseeing famous World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley, including Kathmandu Darbar Square, Swayambhunath, Chaitya and Patan durbar square.
Overnight stay at a hotel on a B/B basis.
-
Day 3- Nagarkot - Bhaktapur and Changunarayan
In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Bhaktapur to see its rich cultural and traditional heritage sites. Move to Changunarayan Temple in a private car.
We will visit the oldest pagoda style temple which was listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site. This temple was dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his incarnation as Narayan.
From here, walk to Telkot which takes about 2 hours.
From here, we will again drive to Nagarkot which will take about half an hour. Nagarkot is usually considered to be the best vantage point for viewing the Langtang ranges, Ganesh Himal, Ghaurisankar, Jugal Himal and other snow-capped High Himalaya ranges.
In the evening, we will enjoy an unobstructed sunset view over the High mountains.
Overnight stay at a hotel on a B/B basis.
-
Day 4- Nagarkot - Kathmandu via Pashupatinath & Boudhanath
We will enjoy breathtaking sunrise views as well as a 360º view of the scenery from the Lookout Tower - an hour's walk from the place of stay. Today will be the best day to view the mountain ranges in the early morning because it is more likely to be clear. There is a viewing tower where you get good views of the High Himalayan Ranges. Nagarkot is one of the best spots to view Mount Everest and other snow-topped peaks of the Himalayan ranges of eastern Nepal. It also offers an excellent view of the Indrawati river valley. Enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley - a place whose beauty attracts visitors all year round.
While back at Kathmandu, visit the Pashupatinath temple and the Baudhanath stupa. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most famous temples in Nepal and is a perfect example of pagoda style or Nepali style temple. This place is also very famous for Hindu cremation. Boudhanath is located at close quarters to the Pashupatinath temple. It is one of the largest stupas in Nepal, wherein the relics of Kasyapa Buddha is believed to be preserved inside.
Dinner will be inside a typical Nepali restaurant.
Overnight stay at a hotel on a B/B basis.
-
Day 5- Final Departure
After breakfast, depending on your schedule, transfer to the International Airport for your final departure. You have to reach the airport at least 3 hours before your flight time.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
-
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
---|---|
1 to 1 | /person |
2 to 3 | /person |
4 to 9 | /person |
10 to 15 | /person |
16 to 21 | /person |
22 to 27 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 1 | /person |
2 to 3 | /person |
4 to 9 | /person |
10 to 15 | /person |
16 to 21 | /person |
22 to 27 | /person |
This is a private tour |