4 Day Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur Sightseeing with Nagarkot Trip

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival to Kathmandu
1 stop
1
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Upon your arrival to Kathmandu International Airport, meet your airport representative and be transferred to your hotel, and have the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight you will stay at hotel Marshyangdi on a BB-basis.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Kathmandu full day sightseeing
4 stops
2
Kathmandu Durbar Square
10:30 AM: Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:30 am with their luxurious vehicle to take you for your 6-hour sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. First, stop at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmadu Durbar Sqaure is one of three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley. Though a few buildings collapsed after the devastating earthquake on April 25th, 2015, you can observe the spectacular art and architecture of the ancient Malla and Shah dynasties. It is also know as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, derived from the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of ancient royal palace.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
3
Swayambhu Mahachaitya
After that, head to Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath, also know as the "Monkey Temple", is situated on a small hillock on the west of Kathmandu city. It is a sacred place for Buddhist pilgrimages from all over the world. Large eyes painted on the four sides of the main stupa represents wisdom and compassion, and a dome at the base of Sutpa represents the entire world. Swayambhunath also could not escape from the devastating earthquake of April 25th, 2015, but one can still observe the art and architecture at Swayambhunath which is believed to date back to the beginning of 5th century.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Boudhanath Stupa
Then, head over to Boudhanath Stupa. Boudhanath is located on the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, is the largest stupa in the world and is a sacred site for Buddhist pilgrimages. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Boudhanath is on the ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha. Founded by Licchivi King, Boudhanath has had minor damage caused by the earthquake on the 25th of April, 2015.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Pashupatinath Temple
Following your time there, head to Pashupatinath. The sacred Hindu shrine Pashupatinath is located on the bank of the Bagmati river to the eastern side of Kathmandu. Believed to be built by Supuspa Deva, a Licchivi King, Pashupatinath was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The main temple of Pashupatinath was built using Pagoda style architecture with four main doors. The two levels of the roof are made of copper with a gold coating and they have a gold pinnacle. The inner sanctorum is the place where the main idol is placed, and the outer sanctorum is an open corridor like space. Though some of the buildings in the Pashupati area are damaged, the main building was untouched by the earthquake of April 25th, 2015 earthquake. 5:30 PM: Your sightseeing tour ends and your guide drop you off at your Hotel.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Kathmandu - Patan - Bhaktapur - Nagarkot
3 stops
6
Patan Museum
After breakfast, drive to Patan - a UNESCO-protected marvel of the Newa architecture. One of its attractions is the Ancient Royal Palace.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Off to Bhaktapur, which was the capital of Nepal during the 9th through 14th centuries and has managed to preserve its ancient medieval look. See the Golden Gate, Palace of 55 Windows, Taleju Temple, Datratra Square and Pottery Square.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
8
Drive to Nagarkot and overnight at Hotel
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Nagarkot Departure
1 stop
9
Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail
Early in the morning take the invite to experience the amazing sunrise over Himalayas. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight.
4 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
• A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
• Minimum age is 5 years.

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