Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

1-Day Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Tour with Patan and Boudhanath

1 Day Round trip from Swayambhunath Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Swayambhunath, the oldest temple of Nepal, with amazing views over the capital
  • 02 Discover Patan, the city of arts, and admire its rich cultural heritage and ancient architecture
  • 03 Pay your respects at Pashupatinath Temple, one of the world's most sacred Hindu shrines
  • 04 Visit Boudhanath Stupa, famous for its four pairs of eyes watching in all directions

Explore Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a full-day journey through Nepal's rich religious and cultural heritage. Visit Swayambhunath, the oldest temple of Nepal, discover the artistic city of Patan and its ancient architecture, pay your respects at the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, and continue to the iconic Boudhanath Stupa. Along the way, experience the spiritual atmosphere of the Bagmati River and learn about the essence of Lord Shiva in Hinduism.

It is famous for its four pairs of eyes facing the four directions, believed to keep an eternal watch over the people and their actions.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Patan
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Kathmandu Valley UNESCO Heritage Sightseeing

  • Meet your Nepal tour guide at 8 am and visit Swayambhunath, the oldest temple of Nepal, where you can enjoy amazing views of the capital. Spend one hour exploring this important Buddhist site.

  • Drive to the city of arts, Patan, which is rich in cultural heritage and arts.

  • Visit temples such as Krishna Mandir, Bhimsen Temple, and Taleju Bhawani Temple.

  • Admire the ancient architecture reflected in the houses of Patan.

  • Have lunch featuring local cuisine.

  • Pay a visit to Pashupatinath Temple. If you admire the Hindu religion, you will enjoy visiting this temple, one of the most famous and sacred Hindu shrines in the world.

  • Take a religious, soulful dip in the Bagmati River and wash away all your sins. Your guide will explain the importance and essence of Lord Shiva in Hinduism.

  • Proceed to Boudhanath Stupa, located 2.7 kilometres from Pashupatinath. It is famous for its four pairs of eyes facing the four directions, believed to keep an eternal watch over the people and their actions. Explore Boudhanath while spinning the prayer wheels, and click pictures with your friends at the stupa to make memories of a lifetime.

Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa

Where this trip takes you

Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Swayambhunath 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu Valley

  • Professional English-speaking Nepal tour guide

  • Transportation (hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle)

  • Entrance fees to visit UNESCO sites

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Know before you go

Traveller pickup is offered:

  • Pickup is available from any hotel. Please provide your hotel name the day before the flight.

Return details:

  • Returns to the original departure point.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Swayambhunath.

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