Trip Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Difficulty: Easy
  • Trip Style: Sightseeing
  • Transport: Private Vehicle
  • Group Size: 1
  • Max Elevation: 1350 m

Highlights

  • Full-Day exploration of Kathmandu
  • 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar square, Swoyambhunath Temple
  • 2 Divine Buddhist sites: Bouddhanath Temple and Swoyambhunath Temple
  • Pashupatinath Temple; One of the 4 most important religious sites in Asia for devotees of Shiva
  • Century-aged antique Durbar Square: Kathmandu Durbar Square
  • Encounter history, architecture, mythology, religious beliefs, and local culture
  • Professional, licensed, and friendly guide

Kathmandu Full Day Sightseeing takes travelers through the religious as well as cultural heritage sights that have been recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Kathmandu Full Day sightseeing ensures that travelers enjoy every bit of cultural artifacts preserved for centuries.

If you are in Kathmandu with a day spare and have no plan for a day, you can book Kathmandu Full Day sightseeing with the Nepal Adventure Team and explore the 4 different UNESCO World Heritage Sites located inside Kathmandu. Nepal Adventure Team will lead you to explore Kathmandu and heritage sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Swoyambhunath Temple. You will be directed and guided by a professional, licensed, and friendly guide. You can gain the necessary information from the guide as well as ask the related questions/ confusion with the professional guide. Kathmandu Full Day Sightseeing package makes a comfortable tour of Kathmandu, by picking you up from your place/hotel, touring you with 4 different heritage sites, and dropping you at your place/ hotel.

Nepal Adventure Team also has other options for Day tours and hiking such as Bhaktapur and Patan Full Day Sightseeing, Shivapuri 1 Day Hike, Namobuddha Day Hike,Champadevi Day Hike, and find more Hike around Kathmandu.

4 Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Full-Day Sightseeing

  • Pashupatinath Temple

Pashupatinath Temple is one of the main religious sites for Hindus to complete their pilgrimage tour. Pashupatinath is one of the 4 most important religious and sacred sites of Lord Shiva in Asia. Every year several devotees, as well as travelers, visit Pashupatinath Temple and its premises. Pashupatinath refers to the lord of all animals and the incarnation of Lord Shiva. The different shrines, statues, temples, and parks form the Pashupatinath Temple area and enhance its value as well as beauty. The main temple can be observed by Hindus only. Read more about Pashupatinath Temple

  • Bouddhanath Stupa

Bouddhanath Stupa is a white dome decorated with prayer flags, prayer wheels, a shrine, and a statue. The different parts, colors, and elements around the Bouddhanath Stupa represent the essence of Buddhism and Buddha’s teachings. Bouddhanath Stupa is located in the middle of the city area yet it supplies the immense pleasure of peace and calmness. Every morning and evening, you could see the devotees praying and paying value to Bouddhanath Stupa. The area has many restaurants and café from where the visitors can enjoy the environment and positive vibes supplied by Bouddhanath Stupa. For more details about the history, and the meaning of different parts, and elements, click Bouddhanath Stupa.

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square is an ancient palace built a century ago. Kathmandu Durbar Square also contains the shrines and temples of different Hindu gods and goddesses. Currently, the major attraction of Kathmandu Durbar Square is the Kumari Temple. Kumari Temple is the temple of Kumari, the only living Goddess of Nepal. Some of the temples and monuments were destroyed during the 2015 earthquake and some are still gracefully standing. For details about monuments, and history, click Kathmandu Durbar Square.

  • Swoyambhunath Temple

Swoyambhunath Temple is a religious site located at the top of the hill. The site has different shrines, monuments,s, and statues dedicated to both Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses. Swoyambhunath Temple is also known as Money Temple as hundreds of monkeys reside at the temple and its premises. The temple is decorated with colorful prayer flags and prayer wheels. Since the temple is located at the top of the hill, it gives the majestic wide-angle view of Kathmandu valley and mountain view during clear weather. Read more about the history, and monument of Swoyambhunath Temple

Detail Itinerary

  • Day 01Full Day Kathmandu Sightseeing
  • Day 01 Full Day Kathmandu Sightseeing

    Firstly, you will be picked from your hotel after breakfast. The first site you will visit Pashupatinath Temple which is extended on both sides of the bank of the Bagmati River. The Pashupatinath Temple arena is large and filled with forests, shrines, statues, temples, shades, sadhus, and old age homes.

    Secondly, you will visit Bouddhanath Stupa situated in the middle of the city area but the surrounding gives you the vibe of peace, positivity, and calmness. The arena of Bouddhanath Stupa makes you will feel that you are away from city chaos and urbanization. The prayer flags, prayer wheels, monks, shrines, devotees, and pigeon supply immense calmness to visitor. It has monuments dedicated to the Gods of both Buddhists and Hindus.

    Thirdly, You will head towards Kathmandu Durbar Square situated in the middle of Kathmandu city. Durbar Square is surrounded by the typical local settlement and busy market of Kathmandu.

    And you will have a sunset view from Swoyambhunath Temple which is located on the hilltop and gives a beautiful view of Kathmandu Valley. It has shrines and temples dedicated to both Hindu and Buddhist gods. On clear days, mountains are also visible from Swoyambhunath Temple. Then, you will be dropped at your hotel.

    What's Included

    Included

    • Full-day private vehicle and driver 
    • An experienced, expert, English Speaking (We have another language speaking guide as well) government licensed holder guide
    • A mineral water bottle for a drink, and a company T-shirt 
    • First Aid Medical Kitbag
    • Government VAT and Taxes 

    Excluded

    • All Meal during sightseeing and tour 
    • All Monument and entrance fee 
    • Extra personal expenses 
    • Gratitude to guide and driver 

    PRICES & DATES

    Client Reviews

    • Yasmin Al-Harbi
      Rating Review by: Yasmin Al-Harbi, Saudi Arabia

      Historical Marvels!

      Exploring Kathmandu's UNESCO heritage sites was a fascinating journey through history and culture. The day was packed with visits to Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Patan Durbar Square, each offering stunning architectural marvels and deep spiritual significance. Our guide's insights into the historical and cultural context made the experience truly enriching. The vibrant energy and rich history of these sites were captivating. I highly recommend this tour for a comprehensive introduction to Kathmandu's heritage.

    • Jaeson
      Rating Review by: Jaeson, United States

      A Cultural Extravaganza!!!!

      The full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO heritage sites was a cultural extravaganza. Visiting Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Patan Durbar Square provided a rich glimpse into Nepal's history and spirituality. Each site had its unique charm and significance, with breathtaking architecture and vibrant local life. Our guide's deep knowledge and engaging stories added great depth to the experience.