Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Visit the ancient temples and stupas of Pashupatinath, Boudhnath, and Swaymbunath. Explore Durbar Square - a complex of ornate palaces and decorated courtyards.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Valid 1 day
- Starting time 8:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Your hotel in Kathmandu
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
Highlights
- Marvel at the medieval art and architecture at UNESCO-listed sites
- Visit the Monkey Temple also known as Swoyambhunath Stupa
- Stop at one the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Discover Boudhanath, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world
Full description
Explore the rich culture and history of Kathmandu, Nepal's capital on a sightseeing day tour of its world heritage sites - many of which are UNESCO-listed.
Start the tour at Kathmandu Durbar Square, a complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries. Learn about how this area used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. Also, explore the 3 museums located inside the palace building. Next, head over to the Swoyambhunath Stupa or Monkey Temple. Take in the views over the valley from the top of the hill on the western side and see the many monkeys which inhabit the grounds.
Continue on to Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu shrines in the world which lies 5 km east of the city center. Admire the richly-ornamented pagodas showing the sacred Linga or phallic symbol of Lord Shiva. After this, visit Boudhanath, a 2500-year-old Buddhist stupa in the Valley built in the 5th century. Watch the Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.
Finally, explore the popular local market called Ason. As you stroll through the stalls, see how the area is inhabited mainly by Newar indigenous peoples of Kathmandu. Meanwhile, people from all over the nation and even foreigners are regular customers and visitors there.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- English-speaking hostess
- All permits and entrance fees
- Taxes
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Personal items
- Tips for hostess and driver (expected)
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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