Nepal · Religious & Spiritual

3-Hour Spiritual Tour of Kathmandu with Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath

3 Hours Round trip from Swayambhu Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Swayambhunath Stupa, popularly known as the Monkey Temple
  • 02 Hear the local stories behind the name "Monkey Temple"
  • 03 See Harati Ajima Temple and its reflection of Hindu-Buddhist religious harmony
  • 04 Observe the mesmerizing Kathmandu Valley from the hilltop
  • 05 Experience the spiritual atmosphere of Pashupatinath Temple and its cremation rituals

Take a city tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley, namely Swayambhunath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple. Learn about the historical, spiritual, and cultural significance of these temples in the lives of local people. Encounter prayer sessions and possibly a cremation ritual.

You might encounter burning dead bodies and the rituals of cremation.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Kathmandu
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Swayambhunath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple

  • After breakfast, leave for an amazing half-day glimpse of Kathmandu Valley.

  • Visit Swayambhunath Temple, popularly known as the Monkey Temple.

  • Learn about the historical and spiritual value of the temple. Stories about how the name "Monkey Temple" came about will be shared by the local guide. Swayambhunath Stupa is one of the few stupas where no relics are found, but only the lotus and glowing lamp.

  • Arrive at Harati Ajima Temple, which highlights the religious harmony between Hindus and Buddhists.

  • Observe the mesmerizing Kathmandu Valley from the hilltop.

  • Visit Pashupatinath Temple, which holds a significant place in the valley's history, especially because of the cremation ceremonies that take place here. You might encounter burning dead bodies and the rituals of cremation.

Swayambhunath, Harati Ajima Temple, Kathmandu Valley hilltop, Pashupatinath Temple

Where this trip takes you

Swayambhunath, Harati Ajima Temple, Kathmandu Valley hilltop, Pashupatinath Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Swayambhu 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide service

  • Transportation by an air-conditioned car

  • Entrance fees

What's Not Included

  • Lunch, hard and soft drinks, and beverages

  • Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Swayambhu, BHAGANPAU 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Swayambhu.

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