Kathmandu City Tour

The Kathmandu city tour is a popular destination amongst tourists, especially from India. Tourism in Kathmandu offers a diversity of sightseeing and entertainment options. Its cultural heritage sites include ancient temples and monasteries that provide travelers with a unique taste of the country’s rich culture and history.

The name Hanuman Dhoka Durbar came from the statue of Hanuman set up by King Pratap Malla at the entrance of the royal palace in 1672 AD. Hanuman is a Hindu God, an ardent devotee of Rama. Hanuman participated in Rama’s war against the demon king Ravana. Indeed, the palace was built by King Prithvi Narayan shah in 1770 and is called Basantapur Durbar. Later on, the whole complex is known as Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Kantipur town has a lot of temples and monasteries, gompa, and hill stations. Moreover, the center point of Kathmandu city tour begins from Thamel. Visit popular landmarks, historical monuments, the typical ancient stupa, etc on a beautiful day trip around Kathmandu. Kathmandu 1-day tour package covers the most ancient monuments, hill stations, and Museums.

Besides that, about 80 different tribes speaking over 100 different languages reside from 50m south until the foothill of Everest base camp on the north. Travel activities are an exciting mix of adventure experiences and exploring the rich and diverse Nepalese landscape and culture that will satisfy both mind, body, and spirit.

Best places for Tour in Kathmandu.

Most people do Kathmandu sightseeing at the last minute of their holidays. About 70% of travelers visit Kathmandu as a quick jumping-off point for a trek to the Himalayas, but it’s worth spending a few days exploring this mystical city. Kathmandu is the traveler’s hub with a vibrant town full of history, palaces, and monuments. You can see Nepal’s premier tallest Mountain attraction within a few kilometers distance.

Kathmandu is home to the places to visit Durbar Squares with temples dating back to the 12th century. Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple, are listed as UNESCO heritage sites in Kathmandu. Furthermore, another must-see attraction is the Narahity Royal Palace. Actually, it is very popular after the Royal Family massacre in 2001 AD. Now, the Palace is converted into the Narayanhiti Palace Museum.

Additionally, Kathmandu is a gateway for foreign visitors where we have 6 UNESCO world heritage monuments like Bhaktapur Durbar square, Changu Narayan temple, Hanuman Dhoka Durbar square..etc.

Seeing the sights of Kathmandu city tour package and itinerary details

Your sightseeing adventure kicks off from the bustling tourist center of Thamel at approximately 9 am. Our experienced and licensed – certified guide, possibly Ammar Raj Guni, will greet you and arrange transportation, whether a private car or a Hiace van, based on the group size. Today’s itinerary covers:

9:45 am: Pashupatinath Temple

Located roughly 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu, this Hindu sanctuary dedicated to Lord Shiva features two magnificent golden rooftops and silver doors, revered as the holiest shrine in Hinduism.

11:45 am: Boudhanath Stupa Sightseeing

Situated about 8 kilometers east of Kathmandu, this ancient colossal Stupa stands as one of the world’s largest and serves as a focal point of Buddhism. It was designated a UNESCO Heritage Monument in 1979.

1:45 pm: Swayambhunath Stupa Tour

Perched atop a hillock, the Swayambhunath Stupa holds immense significance in Buddhism and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Feel free to grab lunch if hungry; otherwise, we’ll seamlessly continue the tour.

3:15 pm: Kathmandu Durbar Square

Conclude the day with a city tour, exploring Kathmandu’s Durbar Square. This complex, also known as Basantapur Durbar Square, comprises palaces, courtyards, and temples constructed between the 12th and 18th centuries, once home to the ancient Malla rulers of Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Kathmandu

Overland drive to Nagarkot hill station to get the best sunrise view over the Himalayan horizon. You can see the tallest Mountains like Kangchenjunga, Dhaulagiri, Everest, Shishapangma in a line. You can see 5 of the world’s 10 highest mountains including Mount Everest from here. Nagarkot is a superior place to get real sunrise and sunset.

After Nagarkot, hike at Changu Narayan Temple via Telkot. Changunarayan Temple is a pagoda architecture built in 323 AD by King Hari Dutta Verma. It is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal, dedicated to the Hindu God Vishnu.

Straight drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square where you can experience the collection of pagoda-style and shikhara-style temples grouped around a 55-window palace. In the main entrance gate, Bhaktapur royal palaces are set up with Lion Gate and the Golden Gate. Moreover, the 55-window palace, art galleries, and the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla are equally important.

Get ready with your light day pack and proceed to the Kathmandu airport domestic terminal. This Mount Everest Sightseeing flight tour is the best way to view the beautiful Mountain range in a short duration without hiking from Kathmandu. Tourists can explore the tallest mountains taking roughly one hour Everest Mountain flight and return to the hotel for breakfast.

Later breakfast in the morning, a local guide will meet you at your hotel lobby and start your day tour. Reach Budhanilkantha premises either by renting a private car or hiring a taxi. It takes about 28 min (9.5 km) via Golfutar Main Road.

Budhanilkantha temple is found northwest of Thamel and is a sacrosanct sanctuary with a symbol of an incredibly mysterious origin. This mind-blowing 5 meter in length dark stone elements the amazing Hindu god Visnu lying on the vast ocean. Budhanilkantha temple goes back above and beyond 1000 years to the hour of the Licchavi Dynasty that administered the Kathmandu Valley. The trip ends, and we wish you a wonderful journey.

Classical medieval city Patan offers many things to do. Patan Durbar Square, Krishna Mandir, Mahaboudha Temple, Hiranya Verna Mahavihar (Golden Temple), Kumbheshwor Jagatnarayan Temple, Rudra Varna Mahavihar… etc are the prime things to see in Patan durbar premises.

Moreover, Bungmati and Khokana village is rich in Newari arts and sculpture with lots of masterpiece decorations carved in stones, metals, and wood sculpture..

Besides that, there are thirty-six different tribes (36 ethnic groups) that speak over 100 different languages. You see the oldest town and its history with local people, and their culture which are the highlights of Kathmandu city tours.

The Weather in Kathmandu

Generally, bad weather does not affect your travel to visit Kathmandu city. You can visit the heritage sites at any time during the year but going to the Nagarkot hill station requires good weather. Nepal welcomes beautiful clear skies, blue sky and sunny, fresh air, and incredible views. January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, and December are perfect months to discover the town.

These are the best months to visit UNESCO heritage sites as dry days make city tours easier and offer good visibility. But to be honest, exploring the heritage sites even in a bad weather doesn’t affect to seeing the sights. Monsoon days also doesn’t affect to seeing the sights but whether often gets cloudy and rains, therefore, we recommend you go with a raincoat or umbrella.

Departure & Return Departure Point:

Have in mind that we pick up all the travelers from inside the ring road such as your location in Thamel, Lazimpat, Darbar Marg, etc.

What To Expect

This is all about Kathmandu city multi-day tours in Kathmandu valley that goes for 3 nights 4 days. See Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage places, ancient culture and traditional architecture of Kathmandu mean that the city boasts no less than seven World Heritage Sites, while Kathmandu is famous for its scenic monasteries.

Main squares in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur are mainly focused on fine arts and architectural monuments. Additionally, Kumari Ghar is the house of the Living Goddess Kumari, an incarnation of Goddess Taleju. See the ancient cultures published on wooden art.

Additional Information (TIPS AND TRICKS)

Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
wheelchair accessible entire the tour
A maximum of 15 people per booking.
Travelers with back pain, pregnant, and very old travelers are also welcome.
It’s a private tour/activity.

Cancellation Policy

You have the option to receive a full refund if you cancel your booking up to 72 hours prior to the scheduled start time of the experience. However, if you cancel within 72 hours of the experience’s start time, your payment will not be refunded.

Please note that any modifications or changes made to your booking within 72 hours of the experience’s start time will not be accepted. The cutoff times for cancellations and changes are determined by the local time of the experience..