Kathmandu Arrival

Kathmandu - Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel, and stay overnight.

Kathmandu 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour

Swayambhunath - Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as “The Monkey Temple,” is perched atop Kathmandu. It features 365 steps leading to the summit, offering an exceptional view of the city. Along the way, you’ll find small shrines, souvenir shops, and freely roaming monkeys. Feel free to take photos, and some monkeys might even pose for you. At the top, you’ll encounter a large gold-plated thunderbolt (Vajra), one of the intriguing monuments there. Nearby is the large white dome with a cubical top, the Swayambhunath Stupa, which remained standing even after the 2015 earthquake that toppled many surrounding temples. You’ll also find numerous prayer wheels of various sizes around Swayambhunath.

Patan Durbar Square - Patan Durbar Square, located in the city of Lalitpur, is the courtyard of the old Malla palace, rich in Newari architecture and culture. The square is paved with red bricks and features three courtyards, which you’ll visit sequentially. Sundari Chowk is filled with statues and stone architecture. Mul Chowk, a guarded area due to past thefts, is next. Finally, Keshav Narayan Chowk houses the Durbar Square museum, showcasing artifacts related to ancient eastern civilization and artistic approaches.

Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar) - You’ll also visit the Golden Temple in the north. Hiranya Varna Mahavihar, known as the Golden Temple, is a 12th-century pagoda-style temple adorned with bronze statues and silver and gold decorations. It features a golden image of Lord Buddha and a large prayer wheel on the upper level. At the end of your tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or a predetermined destination.

Pashupatinath Temple - Pashupatinath Temple is one of Nepal’s largest temple complexes, housing over 500 temples and shrines. Covering 0.64 hectares, it is primarily dedicated to Lord Shiva, with other deities’ temples surrounding the main temple. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the central pagoda-style temple boasts beautiful wood carvings and gold-covered roofs. A large bronze statue of a bull faces the main entrance. You’ll also see Sadhus performing daily rites and Hindu cremation ceremonies along the banks of the Holy Bagmati River.

Boudhanath Stupa - Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest mandalas at 36 meters tall, is surrounded by over 50 gompas. It is a significant Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal, both spiritually and for tourism. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the stupa features a large dome with fluttering prayer flags and the scent of incense filling the air. If you visit during prayer time, you’ll be moved by the chimes and prayer sounds. The stupa is surrounded by images of Buddhas and prayer wheels. The area also has many eateries and souvenir shops.

Nagarkot Sunrise and Bhaktapur Durbar Square Tour

Nagarkot - Early morning drive to Nagarkot.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square - Bhaktapur City, also known as “the City of Devotees,” is a beautiful city with many well-preserved old-style houses and buildings. This historic town is inhabited by a large community of indigenous Newari people. You can experience Nepali culture, tradition, and religion here. Key attractions include artistic pillars with statues of ancient kings, decorative gates, the 55-window palace, and Nyatapola Temple in the central Royal Square. Don’t forget to try local delicacies and curd before leaving.

Nyatapola Temple - Nyatapola Temple is a five-story pagoda-style temple, one of the tallest of its kind, showcasing high artistry. The temple stands over thirty meters high and can be reached by ascending a flight of steps lined with statues on each terrace.

Dattatreya Temple - Located in Dattatreya Square in Bhaktapur, the Dattatreya Temple is believed to be built from a single tree. Instead of a single figure with three heads, the temple houses three idols of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. A large tree stands behind these idols.

Chitwan National Park

Chitwan National Park - Drive to Chitwan National Park. Overnight at a lodge or hotel.

Jungle Excursion

Chitwan National Park - Full-day jungle excursion. Overnight at a lodge or hotel.

Chitwan - Pokhara

Pokhara - After breakfast, drive to Pokhara. Overnight at a lodge or hotel.

Pokhara Tour

Sarangkot - Early morning sunrise tour at Sarangkot Hill near Pokhara City.

Peace Temple - Visit the Peace Temple (stupa) atop a hill, famous for views of Pokhara city and the Himalayas.

Gupteswar Gupha - Visit Gupteswar Gupha (cave) and Davi’s Waterfall in Pokhara.

Phewa Tal (Fewa Lake) - Visit Phewa Lake in Pokhara and the Talbarahi Temple in the middle of the lake.

Pokhara - Kathmandu Overnight in Kathmandu

Kathmandu - Drive to Kathmandu. Overnight at a lodge or hotel.

Kathmandu Departure

Kathmandu - Departure to your destination.

• Assistant guide for groups over 10 people
• Dinner included
• Air-conditioned transportation
• Breakfast included
• Trip completion certificate
• All necessary documents provided
• All government and local taxes covered
• Professional guide services

• Visa for Nepal.
• Entry fee in monuments areas.
• Personal expenses: bar bills, laundry service during the tour.
• Gratuities
• Entrance fees for all monuments.