kathmandu Day Tour

Kathmandu Day Tour Description

Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal is very rich in its cultural and historical beauty. One day tour of historical Kathmandu city lets you the opportunity of exploring the world heritage sites such as Swayambhunath stupa, Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath temple and Kathmandu Durbar square. All these places reflect the ancient beauty of Kathmandu city holding the major historical and cultural importance among the locals. After having the meal, we start our tour taking glimpse around the city. First of all we visit Kathmandu Durbar Square and follow up with Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath giving you an insight of not only architectural wonders but weaving magic around your imagination of yesteryears and allowing you to get acquainted about the dynasties responsible for creating a monumental craftsmanship of centuries old.

Kathmandu Day Tour Itinerary

 Kathmandu Durbar Square is an excellent craftsmanship of Nepalese art and architecture at its astounding best. The architecture dates back to the12th and 18th century representing the Malla dynasty. Kathmandu Durbar Square is a cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards, streets and is known to be the social religious and urban focal point of the city.

Swayambhunath (Monkey temple) getting its name by a large influx of monkeys all around the temple. This particular temple is a best example of cultural mix and holds religious significance for Hindus and Buddhists alike.

The Boudhanath stupa is one of the two largest stupas near the city (another is swayambhunath). It has been for centuries the most important land mark along the ancient Tibet – Kathmandu trade route and in present day it is regarded as the national symbol of Nepal. There are more than 45 monasteries around the main stupa built by Tibetan people and also considered as home of many Tibetan refugees. You will certainly indulge the impressive architecture in holy and peaceful environment.

Situated on the banks of the holy Bagmati River Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most revered temple of Lord Shiva. The temple courtyard and the surroundings are filled with miniature temples of numerous Hindu deities providing a paradise of a look to the entire area. Entrance to the central shrine is restricted to Hindus, but you can obtain great views of the complex from the cool and quiet forest paths above the river, themselves leading to secluded shrines. Pashupatinath is also a popular cremation site, and the smoke rising from the temple banks carries a distinct whiff of mortality – grisly but an important cultural tradition.

Trip Facts:  

Trip Duration: 1 Day (9 am - 5 pm)
Starting Point: Hotel where you are staying (Pickup)
Ending Point: Hotel where you are staying (Drop)
Price: Upon Request or contact us.

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Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tours with Vaishali Travels and Tours

Kathmandu Valley

This verdant valley was once a huge lake, legend dictates that in the middle of the lake was a brilliant flame emanating from a Lotus flower. People would come from miles around to wonder and worship the flame. A Chinese disciple Bodhisattva Manjushree, wishing to worship the flame more closely sliced a portion of the hills with his sword draining its waters and thus the fertile Kathmandu valley was created.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Chovar gorge where the valley waters drain today remains the focus of the legend. In the years since, the Kathmandu valley has seen many dynasties and empires come and go, each leaving their own mark on the valley's mystique.

Boudhanath Stupa World Heritage Sites

The valley today incorporates three major settlements, all have their own distinctive character with outstanding temples, works of art and architecture and a varied calendar of feasts and festivals, their roots in being capital cities of the valleys three principality's in times gone by. Between them they boast the highest density of World Heritage Sites to be found anywhere in the World, seven in total. There are many other fascinating settlements in the valley offering their own reasons for being there.

Kathmandu

The Capital and home to Nepal's only International Airport is a buzzing vibrant place, although like so many capital cities in the developing world it begins to show signs of congestion over the past few years, this hardly detracts from its mystery and celebration of life. So much history interwoven and sitting strangely in harmony with the modern Kathmandu. Ancient temples in a medieval atmosphere sit side by side with Internet cafes. Old blends with new ways…Welcome to Kathmandu.

Patan Sightseeing Tour with Vaishali Travels and Tours

 

Patan

Patan (The city of beauty) is situated on the southern bank of the holy river Bagamti (a tributary of the Ganges) some five kilometers southeast of Kathmandu. Nowadays, it has virtually become part of sub metropolitan Kathmandu. The city is famed for its wealth of Buddhist and Hindu temples with an abundance of fine bronze gateways and wonderful carvings. Patan is known for its expert craftsmen and metal workers.

Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur is situated 14 km east of Kathmandu and is the least developed of the three cities in the valley. Translated Bhaktapur means the city of devotees. The most laid back of the three valley towns its narrow brick paved streets harbor hidden shrines and statues around every corner. It is quite easy to spend a whole day here relaxing and taking in an almost surreal atmosphere. Bhaktapur is famed for its woodcarvings, pottery and cloth weaving. Many of Bhaktapur's practices have changed little over the centuries..

Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing (Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath)
Day 03: Kathmandu Sightseeing (Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square)
Day 04: Departure

Note: Price on request or contact us