Nepal · Walking Tours

3-Hour Old Kathmandu Walking Tour through Nepal Mandala

3 Hours Round trip from Thamel Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Pay a visit to Itumbahal, Janbahal, Indrachok, and Ason
  • 02 Explore the local market for herbs and vegetables
  • 03 Walk from Thamel into the old part of Kathmandu
  • 04 See Hindu temples and Vajrayana Buddhist monasteries side by side

Travel back into the unique and lesser-known history of the Kathmandu Valley, once known as Nepal Mandala, and explore routes beyond the typical tourist trail, where old Hindu temples and ancient Vajrayana Buddhist monasteries coexist, and followers of both religions occasionally worship the same shrine side by side. It is one of the best ways to learn about Kathmandu's ancient history and the day-to-day life of its people.

Travel back into the unique and lesser-known history of the Kathmandu Valley, once known as Nepal Mandala, and explore routes beyond the typical tourist trail, where old Hindu temples and ancient Vajrayana Buddhist monasteries coexist, and followers of both religions occasionally worship the same shrine side by side.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
City Kathmandu
Languages English, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Walk from Thamel into Old Kathmandu

  • The tour starts right from your hotel lobby after meeting your guide. From the famous tourist district of Kathmandu, Thamel, it is a short walk to the old part of the city.
  • See ancient Buddhist and Hindu monuments such as Itumbahal, Janabahal, Indrachok, and Ason.
  • Visit the local market for herbs, vegetables, and appliances.
Thamel, Itumbahal's old streets, Ason market

Where this trip takes you

Thamel, Itumbahal's old streets, Ason market

The route

Where you'll travel

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

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide
  • Water

What's Not Included

  • Lunch or any meals

What to bring

  • Umbrella
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • It is a very easy walking tour of the old part of the city. Anyone with half a day's free time while in Kathmandu can participate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Thamel.

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