- Bungamati - Your tour begins with hotel pick-up at your chosen departure time from your centrally located hotel in Kathmandu. Your guide will take you on this 4-hour excursion to Twin village of Bungamati and Khokana, located near Kathmandu valley, exactly south of Patan city.
Being so close from Kathmandu valley, Bungamati and Khokana village still preserve its ancient attire and lifestyle. The century old culture and traditions of Newari people reside in this area remain unaffected by modernization.
During your excursion, first you will walk through the narrow streets of Bungamati exploring typical local houses with carved windows and doors. Bungamati is also home to Machhandranath, considered as the patron god of Patan city. Annual Machhandranath chariot procession from Patan to Bungamati is a major festival held in the valley. Most of the people in this village engage in traditional wood carving and sculpting.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transportation in an air-conditioned private vehicle
- Food and drinks
Explore twin villages of Bungamati and Khokana located near Kathmandu to see village life style, traditions and culture. Bungamati is home of Machhendranath which is considered as the patron god of Patan. The local people mostly engage on traditional wood carving and sculptors. Khokana is a small Newari village next to Bungamati. Khokana is also known as village of farmers and most of the homes and windows are decorated with chili, garlic and onion garlands. Visit Khokana to witness life inside a typical Nepalese rural village.
- A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 5 years
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
