Located at an altitude of around 1,300 meters, the Kathmandu Valley comprises of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur districts, each known for their unique architecture, temples, and local lifestyle. The valley is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the iconic Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swayambhunath Stupa.. Kathmandu City Tour shows the cultural and historical heart of Nepal, offering travelers a rich blend of ancient heritage, vibrant traditions, and scenic landscapes surrounded by rolling hills.
For trekkers, Kathmandu Valley serves as the main gateway to Nepal’s famous Himalayan trekking regions such as Everest, Annapurna, and Langtang. Beyond being a transit hub, the valley itself offers short and rewarding hikes like Nagarkot, Dhulikhel, and Shivapuri, ideal for acclimatization or cultural exploration before or after long treks.
With a mix of ancient traditions, bustling markets, and easy access to nature, Kathmandu Valley provides an essential introduction to Nepal’s trekking experience.
After the breakfast, we will start the tour with visit to Swayambhunath Stupa. Swayambhunath means the self-existent lord. Here we can see the blend of Hinduism and Buddhism along with Tibetan culture. Then we will visit to Patan Durbar Square and will take pottery session, if interested. Both of these sites are listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Early morning visit to Pashupatinath temple, Breakfast, drive to Bhaktapur for visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Lunch at Bhaktapur and drive to Nagarkot.
After breakfast in Nagarkot, we will drive back to Kathmandu. On this day we will visit to Basantapur Durbar Square & Boudhanath Stupa.