Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

2 Day Kathmandu City with Nagarkot Sunrise, Changu Narayan and Bhaktapur Tour

2 Days Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore major UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley
02 Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square
03 Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas from Nagarkot
04 Discover Changu Narayan, considered the oldest temple in Nepal
05 Tour the historic squares and temples of Bhaktapur
06 Enjoy guided sightseeing across Kathmandu, Nagarkot and Bhaktapur

Discover the cultural and spiritual heart of Nepal on this 2-day journey through Kathmandu Valley. Visit some of the valley’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square, while exploring the history, religion and living traditions that shape the city.

On the second day, travel to Nagarkot for a Himalayan sunrise experience before continuing to Changu Narayan Temple and the beautifully preserved Bhaktapur Durbar Square. This tour is ideal for travellers with limited time who want to combine heritage landmarks, sacred sites and scenic mountain views in one short trip.

05:30 am: Reach Nagarkot and enjoy watching Himalayan Sunrise from the Observatory.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Guided Sightseeing of Kathmandu valley

At 10:30 pm our expert tour guide assists you at your hotel and transfer you to the UNESCO listed world heritage sites of Kathmandu valley which includes: Pashupatinath Temple the holy place of Hindu religions, Swayambhunath and Boudanath Stupa one of the ancient Stupa which is the holy place of both Buddhist and Hindu followers and Kathmandu durbar square, one of the ancient capital of Nepal and regarded as one of the cultural and political hub of the Kathmandu valley and transfer to your hotel.
Meals are not included
Accommodation not included

Day 02

Nagarkot sunrise with trip to Changu Narayan Temple and Bhaktapur Durbar Square

04:30 am: Your expert Guide picks you up from your Hotel and drive for Nagarkot. (Approximately 1 hour of car movement)
05:30 am: Reach Nagarkot and enjoy watching Himalayan Sunrise from the Observatory. You can see the magnificent view of the Himalayan Mountains wrapped in a morning glow. Feel magnificent nature and energy of the sun throughout the body.
08:00 am: Begin Changu Narayan Temple sightseeing
09:00 am: Drive for Bhaktapur Durbar Square
09:30 am: Begin your sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
11:30 am: Lunch at local Restaurant
12:30 am: Drop off at your Hotel
Meals not included
Accommodation not included

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All transfer
Pickup and drop off
Guide fees
Entrance fees

What's Not Included

Any meals
Any accommodation/Hotel
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
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.
These world heritage sites lies inside Kathmandu valley within the a circle of circa 20 km
You might get a rear chance to experience Kumari, living goddess of Nepal, divinity in real life.
Visit the most important religious sites in Asia for devotees of Shiva and meet Sadhus, Jogi or Hindu saints.
Observe cremation process of Hindus take place on raised platforms along the river.
Stroll around Boudhanath, one of the largest stupas in South Asia.
Find peace and prayers on the little hillock of Swaymbhunath.
Visit Changu Narayan supposed to be the oldest Temple in Nepal
We pick up all the guest from any hotels inside Kathmandu city