Kathmandu Heritage Tour

Duration : 5 Days
Accomodation : Hotel
Group Size : 2+

Kathmandu Heritage Tour is traversed by the amazing views of UNESCO listed world heritage sites such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, (Buddhist temple) Swoyambhunath (the monkey temple), Bouddhanath, (Hindu temple) Pashupatinath and Changu Narayan. Kathmandu Valley is also popular for its unique culture and historical monuments which has been following from last 3500 years. The amazing blend of Buddhism and Hinduism can be experienced in Kathmandu Heritage Tour of Nepal.

Kathmandu Heritage tour is short cultural / heritage tour offered to our valued guest who would like to explore the lifestyle, culture, history and traditions along with the amazing heritages sites of Kathmandu. The culture, people and living style differs from one community to other. During the festival time we can get the chance to see the amazing culture, tradition of different ethnic group (esp. Newars) in the valley of Kathmandu.

The tour is perfect for the ones who have keen interest in culture, lifestyle, art and history. This tour is also suitable for the historian, researchers, students, teachers and socio cultural artifacts to explore and learn about the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites of Nepal. Also, travellers can get the chance to explore Newari culture, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal during their tour.

Buddha Land Tours &Travels arranges and facilitates travel and best tour around Kathmandu Valley. We welcome our guest with warm hearts to experience the flavours of culture, traditions and beauty of Kathmandu Valley. This tour will be one of the best experiences in Nepal where you will be provided with the best guide and quality services.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS 

  • 05 days tour to heritage sites of Kathmandu
  • Visit to the world heritage site, Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Visit to the Buddhist world heritage site, Swoyambhunath and Boudhanath
  • Visit to most sacred temple of Kathmandu, Pashupatinath
  • Visit to museum and historical site: Patan Durbar Square & Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • Visit one of the oldest and sacred temple of Changunarayan in Bhaktapur
  • Visit to ethnic sites of Khokana, Bungmati, Kirtipur and Pharping. 

Itinerary Highlights


Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 m)

Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 03: Sightseeing in Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square & Changunarayan

Day 04: Sightseeing in Khokana, Bungmati,Kirtipur & Pharping

Day 05: Departure from Kathmandu

Detail Itinerary for Kathmandu Heritage Tour


Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1350 m)

Arrival at Kathmandu airport. we pick you by the assistance of our office representative and transfer to the hotel. (At the foot of the Himalayas, where they assure that their gods live, Nepal stands, a land of spectacular landscapes, temples and cities with a rich cultural heritage. These seem to transfer the traveler to medieval times on their walks through KATHMANDU, BHAKTAPUR and PATAN, the three urban cities that represent the backbone of the country. Stay overnight at hotel. 


Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu

This day, after breakfast in hotel we get ready to tour around the Kathmandu valley. Kathmandu, Nepal's capital, is a valley surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains. We begin the tour from Kathmandu Durbar Sqaure then Swoyambhunath, Bouddhanath and finally Pashupatinath. All of them are UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. Stay overnight at hotel

Kathmandu Durbar Square: (World Heritage Site): Kathmandu Durbar square is one of the popular place which is liked by many visitors due to its exquisite architecture and artistic embellishment. It consists of Huge Royal Palace with different temples dating back from the 15th to the 18th century. The house of the living goddess - Kumari, the ferocious Kal Bhairav, the red monkey god, the Hanumandhokha palace, the Ashok Binayak temple, Kasthamandap, the Temple Taleju and hundreds of erotic carvings are some examples of the sights at the square. All woodcarvings, statues and architecture in this area are exceptionally fine.

Swoyambhunath: Swoyambhunath is one of the most glorious Buddhist stupa. It is said to be 2000 years old. Swoyambhunath is, perhaps, the best place to observe the religious harmony in Nepal. The stupa is among the most ancient in this part of the world and its worshippers are diverse from Newar nuns, Tibetan monks and Brahman Priests to lay Buddhist and Hindus. Swoyambhunath provides an excellent view of the Kathmandu valley.

Bouddhanath: Bouddhanath stupa is one of the largest Buddhist stupa in the world. The Stupa 100 meters in diameter, was built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels by the Lichchivi King Mana Dev in the fifth century. The pinnacle of this stupa represent the stages of enlightenment, symbol of royalty, compassion, knowing and nirvana. There are many myths about the origins of the Stupa. Early morning and evening are the times to visit Bouddha to join the local residents in Kora. There is an enclosure with several monasteries of the different schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is one of the most sacred temples in Nepal. The temple of Pashupatinath is a large double roofed pagoda of brass and gilt gold; the gateway is plated with silver. There are linga images of Shiva along with statues, shrines and temples dedicated to other deities in the temple complex. There are rows of Shiva shrines and Hindu pilgrims from all over South Asia offering worship to Shiva, the Lord of Destruction. Entrance to the temple precinct is permitted to the Hindus only. However, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the vantage point across the bank of the Bagmati River.


Day 03: Sightseeing in Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square & Changunarayan

This day, after breakfast we will go for tour in Patan Durbar square which lies in Lalitpur city, near from Kathmandu city, then we will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Sqaure, Changunarayan which is also in Bhaktapur city. Stay overnight at hotel.

Patan Durbar Square: (World Heritage Site) Patan Durbar square boasts of many famous sites and unique architectures. The major attractions of Patan Durbar Square are the stone temple of Lord Krishna, the Royal Bath with many carvings on stone, Viswanath temple and temple of Bhimsen with a magnificent golden balcony overlooking the square. Many more temple dedicated to Ganesh, the elephant-headed god, Shiva, Narsingh, Taleju and other are situated in the Patan Durbar Square.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one of the most charming Architectural showpieces of the valley as it highlights the ancient arts of Nepal. The Square contains innumerable temples and other architectural showpieces like the Lion Gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, the Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate, the palaces of 55 windows, the Batsala temple and the bell of barking dog etc.

Changunarayan: The temple of Changunarayan is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings and is said to be the oldest pagoda style temple in the valley. The temple, built around the 3rd century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood and metal craft in the valley. The courtyard has many other temples such as that of Kiloswar Shiva, Chhinnmasta Devi and other figures like Garuda, Vishnu and other deities.


Day 04: Sightseeing in Khokana, Bungmati,Kirtipur & Pharping

This day, after breakfast we will go to visit Khokana and Bungmati and Kirtipur. Stay overnight at hotel.

Khokana and Bungmati: These are the typical Newari (local ethnic group of Kathmandu valley) village where you can see the wood carvings, traditional framing, very old temples and Newari culture and so on.

Kirtipur: It is small town, 8 km southwest of Kathmandu and situated atop a hill. Tribhuwan University, Nepal’s premier seat of education, is located at the foothills of Kirtipur. This historic town has many attractions to offer like old shrines and temples and old houses. Some of the folks are typically dressed in traditional costumes and can be spotted working on looms.

Pharping: Pharping is the ancient, Newari town situated in the Southern part of Kathmandu valley.The town is famous for its pilgrimage sites predominant by Tibetan Buddhist Monasteries


Day 05: Departure from Kathmandu

Enjoy your last day on Kathmandu before departure. At your mentioned departure time our representative will pick you up from hotel and transfer to airport and depart you with warm hearts.


Cost Includes

  • Transfer from Airport – Hotel - airport
  • Hotel reservation as per client’s requirement in Kathmandu including breakfast
  • Private transportation for sightseeing during the tour
  • Government license holder tour guide during the tour (language as per client’s requirement)
  • Entrance fees all temple, monastery and all historical places
  • Farewell dinner
  • Company service charge
  • All necessary government taxes

Cost Excludes

  • Personal equipment
  • Personal and medical insurance
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Bar bills and beverage (like mineral water, coke, beer and etc.)
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips
  • Any other services not mentioned above