Discover The History Of Kathmandu Valley – 5 DAYS

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About this activity

History

Culture

Local People

Panoramic Views

Nepal has seen many rulers and ruling dynasties, which lead to a colorful, mixed history. Kathmandu Valley being the heart of Nepal is a natural basin of patchwork of terraced fields and sacred temple towns that showcase the glory of the ancient architects and artisans of Nepal. The whole valley is a living museum of Nepali culture and history and seven of them being listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The cultural heritage of the Kathmandu Valley is illustrated by seven groups of monuments and buildings which display the full range of historic and artistic achievements for which the Kathmandu Valley is world famous. The seven include the Durbar Squares of Hanuman Dhoka (Kathmandu), Patan and Bhaktapur, the Buddhist stupas of Swayambhu and Bauddhanath and the Hindu temples of Pashupati and Changu Narayan.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Alpine Club of Himalaya

Ages: Infants (1–10 years) · Children (11–25 years) · Youth (26–40 years) · Adults (41–60 years) · Seniors (61–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Fuel, Road Tax and Parking fees
Included: Driver Salary, Meals, insurance and accommodation.
Included: Welcome and Farewell Meals and Breakfasts while in Kathmandu.
Included: Salary, food, insurance and lodging cost for guide
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: 3 Nights in Hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast, 3 *
Included: 1 Night Hotel in Nagarkot, including breakfast.
Included: Kathmandu Valley sightseeing and Nagarkot tours by private car.
Included: An experienced English speaking Trekking Guide during a tour
Included: All airport/hotel pick up and drop in private car/van

Not included

Not included: Nepal entry visa fees.
Not included: International airfare and departure tax.
Not included: Bar bills, laundry and other expenses of personal nature.
Not included: Travel insurance including evacuation.
Not included: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, except welcome and farewell dinner.
Not included: Tips for local staffs, guides and porters. Entrance Fees in Kathmandu

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival KATHMANDU (1300m/4265ft)

Kathmandu

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Arrive at Kathmandu International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and check in to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this historic and vibrant city. Meals: Welcome Dinner

3* Accommodation

Day 2 · Kathmandu Valley City Tour

Kathmandu

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After breakfast we depart the hotel for a full-day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu, the “city of glory.” We visit Durbar (Palace) Square, the epicenter of religious and cultural life, an area filled with old temples and historical significance with old glorious Newari architecture. Some of the sights include Kal Bhairav, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, Kasthamandap and Kumari Ghar; home to the Living Goddess. Afterwards we visit Swoyambhunath Stupa, said to be one of the oldest Buddhist stupas in the world, which is majestically set high on a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. We proceed towards Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This massive temple complex sits alongside the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the courtyard of the temple, whereas tourists can see the temple from the eastern side of the Bagmati River. Later we visit Boudhanath, a Buddhist Stupa said to be one of the largest in the world. This massive structure stands tall with four pairs of eyes each facing the four cardinal directions, watching for righteous behavior of mankind and for human prosperity. Meals: Breakfast

3 * Accommodation

Day 3 · Patan and Bhaktapur City Tour

Patan (Lalitpur)

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We check out from the hotel after breakfast for a guided sightseeing tour of Patan, the city of Fine Arts. We visit Durbar Square, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar), etc. We also visit the Tibetan Handicraft Centre where we can see the art of making carpets by the Tibetan refugees. Afterwards we head for one and half hour scenic drive to Nagarkot and enroute we stop at Bhaktapur, the “City of Devotees”. The tour begins in Bhaktapur with a visit to Durbar Square, the Golden Gate and the Palace of 55 Windows to see Lion’s Gate, The Nyatapola Temple, the tallest of its kind in Nepal, Bhairab Temple and the Pottery Centre. In the later afternoon, we drive back to Kathmandu and stay overnight at Hotel. Meals: Breakfast

3* Accommodation

Day 4 · Nagarkot (2175m/7136ft)

Nagarkot

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After breakfast, we drive to Nagarkot village (2175m) is set on a ridge, just 32km from Kathmandu ( Takes one and half an hour), facing one of the broadest possible views of the Himalaya. We wake up early in the morning for the sunrise and the mountain panorama from Dhaulagiri in the west to Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga in the east, via Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Shisha Pangma, Dorje Lakpa and Gauri Shanker. This place exists only because of the views and there is not much to the village except a small hilltop Mahakali Temple. Meals: Breakfast

3 * Accommodation

Day 5 · Drive Back KATHMANDU

Kathmandu

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After breakfast embark on a scenic drive back to Kathmandu and check in to the hotel. In the afternoon you are free to explore Kathmandu by your own or stroll around the market buying gifts and souvenirs for your loved ones. This evening we enjoy dinner accompanied by a cultural program in a traditional Nepali restaurant. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Breakfast and Dinner

3* Accommodation

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel

Or

We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu
We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel

Or

We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu

End point

We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel

Or

We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu
We will meet our Valued Customers at Alpine Club of Himalaya , Thamel

Or

We will meet them at Hotel Devo Boutique Thamel, Kathmandu