Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

6-Day Kathmandu Valley Heritage Tour with Dhulikhel and Bhaktapur

6 Days Round trip from दीघा पहलेजा Moderate pace

Visit the magnificent Kathmandu Darbar Square

Travel to the Majestic ancient city of Bhaktapur

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Pay your respects at revered temples and monasteries
02 Visit the ancient towns of Bhaktapur and Patan
03 View the spectacular Himalayas from Dhulikhel
04 Take heritage walks in Kathmandu

Kathmandu Valley is home to beautiful temples and monasteries. Discover ancient cultures and customs while gaining insight into traditional architecture and textiles on this tour. Interact with friendly locals, enjoy heritage walks through the old bazaar areas, and admire the magnificent Himalayas. Visit numerous Hindu and Buddhist places of worship, including the famous temples of Swoyambhunath, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.

Interact with friendly locals, enjoy heritage walks through the old bazaar areas, and admire the magnificent Himalayas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Patan, Bungamati

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu and Heritage Walk

Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel.
Unwind and take a heritage walk through the streets of Kathmandu.
Enjoy a traditional welcome dinner at night.

Day 02

Kathmandu Temples and Durbar Square

Meet your guide at the hotel lobby at 9 AM.
Feel peace and tranquillity as you visit the famous temples and monasteries of Kathmandu, including the Boudhanath Stupa, Swoyambhunath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple.
Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmandu Durbar Square. It is the old royal palace of the former Kathmandu Kingdom.

Day 03

Bhaktapur Exploration and Drive to Dhulikhel

Travel to Bhaktapur, an ancient town listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is famous for its traditional architecture, customs, and textile products. Walk through the narrow alleys of Bhaktapur and learn about the daily lives of the local people.
Continue with a drive to Dhulikhel, a Newari town famous for spectacular views of the Himalayan range.

Overnight stay at a resort.

Day 04

Dhulikhel Hike and Mountain Views

Hike for around 3-4 hours through Dhulikhel and enjoy views of some of the world's highest mountains.
Visit a local school on the way.
Return to the resort for lunch and an overnight stay.

Day 05

Patan, Bungamati, and Khokana Visit

Drive to the ancient city of fine arts, Patan, famous for its metal craftsmanship.
Take a walk through the courtyards of Patan, known as Bahal and Bahi. Patan Durbar Square is full of classic Hindu temples and palace courtyards.
Visit two ancient Newari villages, Bungamati and Khokana. While the former is famous for its ancient culture and intricate wood-carving traditions, the latter is known for its mustard seed oil.
Drive back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay.

Day 06