Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Pick-up available: Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, Pickup Time:Please be ready at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled pickup time. Pickup Location: Complimentary pickup is available from hotels located within Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu, Thamel, Lazimpat etc.). If you are staying outside this area, please contact us for a custom pickup arrangement (additional charges may apply). Guide Contact: Your licensed cultural guide will call or message you the evening before the tour to confirm pickup timing and location. Please ensure your phone or hotel reception is reachable. What to Bring: Valid ID/passport, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (hat/sunscreen), water bottle, and some local currency for entrance fees (appx 20 USD ) and personal expenses. Vehicle Type: Depending on group size, we provide comfortable private car, jeep, or minivan with A/C. Tour Duration: Approx. 6–7 hours, including driving and lunch break.Attractions and Activities: Kathmandu Durbar Square (At your own expense) Kathmandu Durbar Square, once the royal palace of the Malla kings and later the Shah dynasty, dates back to the 12th century. This historical complex served as the seat of power and witnessed coronations and state ceremonies. The square features exquisite Newari architecture, with intricately carved wooden windows, pagoda-style temples, and iconic structures like Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Kumari Ghar (Home of the Living Goddess), and Taleju Temple. Visitors can immerse themselves in centuries of art, politics, and culture. 2 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Swayambhu Temple (At your own expense) Swayambhunath Stupa is believed to have been founded over 2,000 years ago, making it one of the oldest religious sites in Nepal. According to legend, the stupa emerged spontaneously from a lotus flower in a primordial lake that once covered the Kathmandu Valley. This sacred Buddhist site features a gleaming white dome, gilded spire, and all-seeing eyes of Buddha. Surrounded by smaller shrines and inhabited by playful monkeys, it offers spiritual calm and panoramic views of the valley. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Pashupatinath Temple (At your own expense) Pashupatinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, dates back to 400 A.D., making it one of the oldest and most sacred Hindu temples in the world. It was rebuilt by King Bhupatindra Malla in the 17th century after earlier structures were destroyed. Situated along the Bagmati River, it is a site of daily rituals, cremation ceremonies, and religious festivals like Maha Shivaratri. Though non-Hindus cannot enter the main sanctum, the surrounding shrines and ghats offer a deep cultural and spiritual experience. 1 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Buddha Stupa (At your own expense) Boudhanath Stupa was built in the 5th century after the Mughal invasions, becoming a center for Tibetan Buddhism after refugees fled to Nepal. It is one of the largest stupas in the world and a key pilgrimage site. The stupa's massive mandala base, topped by a white dome and golden spire with Buddha's watchful eyes, draws monks and devotees for daily kora. Surrounded by monasteries and Tibetan shops, Boudhanath radiates peace, spirituality, and vibrant cultural life. 1 hr(s)
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.