Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Explore Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Bhaktapur Durbar Square

7 Hours Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit three UNESCO-listed heritage sites in one day
  • 02 Explore the hilltop Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple
  • 03 See the sacred Pashupatinath Temple area from the Bagmati River bank
  • 04 Discover Bhaktapur Durbar Square and its medieval architecture
  • 05 Admire landmarks including Nyatapola Temple and the Golden Gate
  • 06 Enjoy private transfers with hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • 07 Learn from an expert English-speaking guide

Discover three of the Kathmandu Valley’s most important heritage sites on this full-day cultural journey through Nepal’s spiritual and architectural heart. Visit the hilltop Swayambhunath Stupa, the sacred Pashupatinath Temple area, and the beautifully preserved Bhaktapur Durbar Square with its historic palaces and temples.

Along the way, explore living traditions, religious landmarks, royal courtyards, and panoramic valley views with the support of an expert guide and private transfers. This tour is a great choice for travellers who want to experience the rich blend of Hindu and Buddhist heritage in a single day.

Discover three of the Kathmandu Valley’s most important heritage sites on this full-day cultural journey through Nepal’s spiritual and architectural heart.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Explore Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Bhaktapur Durbar Square

At 10:30 am our expert tour guide assists you at your hotel and transfers you to the UNESCO listed world heritage sites. 

Start sightseeing from Swayambunath Stupa at approximately 11 am.

Major attraction of Swayambhunath stupa:

• Stupa overlooking entire Kathmandu valley

• World’s biggest Vajra (Thunderbolt )

• Pratappur and Anantapur

• Ajima Temple

At 1:00 pm, reach for Pashupatinath Temple and enjoy the sightseeing.

Major attraction of Pashupatinath Temple:

• View the entire Pashupatinath Temple from western Bank of Bagmati River

• Hindu open cremation process

• Mrigasthali Jungle

• Meet Sadhu, saints, Hindu priests, Jogis 

At 3:00 pm, start sightseeing from Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

Major attraction of Bhaktapur Durbar Square:

• 55 window palace:

• Vatsala Temple:

• Statue of Bhupatindra Malla:

• Nyatapola Temple:

• Bhairava Nath Temple:

• The world famous Golden gate of Bhaktapur:

• Lions Gate:

• Mini Pashupatinath Temple:

Trip ends as your guide assists you to your hotel in Kathmandu at around 5:30 pm.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 2 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All private transfer
  • Hotel pick and drop off service
  • Guide fee
  • All entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Any meals and drinks
  • Tips

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Kindly let us know the pick up and drop off name of hotel inside Kathmandu
  • We offer pick and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road. For hotels outside ring road you need to pay additional charge.
  • We offer pick and drop of service from Hotels inside Kathmandu

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, NP
Tour start
Kathmandu, NP
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 hours finish where they began, in Kathmandu.

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