Dakshinkali Pharping Kirtipur Day Tour

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Visit Dakshinkali Temple on Tuesday or Saturday for ceremonies held on animal sacrifices.

Visit Pharping - a thriving Newari town which is ancient Buddhist pilgrimage site.

Visit Kirtipur for authentic experience of the Newari culture.

A day to know about Hinduism and Buddhism

What's Included

Bottled water
Tour Guide x 1
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
For solo traveller, additional USD 50 is applied.
Tipping

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

we pick up and drop off from any hotels in Kathmandu valley.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
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    At 9:00 AM, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in or near Thamel and drive about 1 hour (24 km) to Dakshinkali Temple, a major Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Kali known for ritual sacrifices. Spend around 45 minutes observing local customs. At 10:30 AM, take a short 10-minute drive to Pharping, a sacred Buddhist and Hindu site. Explore key spots including Asura Cave, Self-Arising Ganesh Shrine, Vajra Yogini, Sheshnarayan Temple, and the Guru Rinpoche statue for about 90 minutes. At 12:30 PM, drive 20 minutes to Kirtipur. Enjoy a traditional Newari lunch with dishes like Samay Baji, Chatamari, and Raksi. After lunch, take a 2-hour walk visiting Bagh Bhairab Temple, Uma Maheshwar, Chilancho Stupa, Adinath Lokeshwar Temple, and Shri Kirti Bihar. See locals in traditional dress and historic squares. At 3:45 PM, drive back to Kathmandu via Tribhuvan University, arriving at your hotel by 4:30 PM to conclude the tour.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Eyes On Nepal

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Day Trips
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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