4-Day Kathmandu Cultural Tour with UNESCO Sites and Durbar Squares

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the famous temples of Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath
• 02 Explore the historic Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur
• 03 Pay your respects at the famous Bouddhanath Stupa
• 04 Enjoy an optional mountain flight for stunning bird's-eye views of the Himalayan ranges

Explore Kathmandu on this 4-day excursion, where ancient traditions are zealously guarded. Visit the religious and UNESCO-listed landmarks of the capital, including the famous temples of Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath, as well as Bouddhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You will also discover Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares, with the option to take a mountain flight for stunning views of the Himalayan ranges.

Explore Kathmandu on this 4-day excursion, where ancient traditions are zealously guarded.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan

Languages English, Hindi, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

• Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport and be escorted by your Kathmandu guide to the hotel.

Overnight at a hotel near Thamel.

2

Day 02

Kathmandu, Swayambhunath, and Patan Sightseeing

• Visit Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Patan, all UNESCO Cultural Heritage Sites.

• Optional: Mountain flight.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Patan or Kathmandu (guest's choice).

3

Day 03

Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, and Bhaktapur

• Explore Bouddhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bhaktapur, also known as the city of temples.

• Return to the hotel.

• Optional: Mountain flight.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

4

Day 04

Departure or Leisure in Kathmandu

• Rest in Kathmandu City or depart from the international airport (guest's choice).

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle

• Night accommodation in Kathmandu, depending on the hotel, with breakfast

• Sightseeing at UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley

• Experienced English-speaking Kathmandu tour guide

• All necessary monastery fees

What's Not Included

• Nepal entry visa fee (USD 40 for 30 days from date of issue)

• International airfare and airport departure tax

• Traveller's insurance

• All kinds of drinks (alcohol, hot and cold drinks)

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (approx. USD 10-12)

• Bar bills, telephone bills, and other personal expenses (shopping/laundry)

• Tips to guide and porter

• All expenses due to unavoidable events, e.g. flight cancellation, personal illness, or strike

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour start

Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.