Although Nepal has a lot to offer. This one-day itinerary of the Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour presents you will all the major attractions around the valley. Exploring the narrow streets, the bustling markets, and the ancient’s landmarks. Getting insight into the traditions, culture, and lifestyle of the people of the mountain country.
The Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour starts with a visit to the holiest Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, “Lord of the Beasts” and the divine protector of Nepal. Then takes you exploring Kathmandu Durbar Square the epicenter of religious and cultural life. An area filled with old temples and historical significance with glorious old architecture. Next visit the Bouddhanath Stupa, 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 the righteous behavior of mankind and human prosperity. At last visit the famous “Monkey Temple” Swayambhunath, one of the oldest Buddhist stupas in the world, which is majestically set high on a hill overlooking Kathmandu valley.
Sightseen Details:
Starting Location: Any Hotel in Kathmandu Valley
Start Time: 9.00 AM
Tour Duration: 6-8 Hours
Travel Insurance:
All clients participating in any activity must have travel insurance. Personal injury, death, hospital expenditures, repatriation fees, helicopter rescue. Any other disease covered by the insurance plan will be given. We highly advise you to acquire a comprehensive insurance plan from a trustworthy insurance company.
Passport and Visa:
Every client must have a valid passport from the return date with a 6 months prior validity by the Nepalese consulate in your country or immigration office at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
Accommodation:
You will be accommodated in the Alpine Hotel and Apartment or similar hotels in Kathmandu.
Important note:
Your safety is of paramount importance to us at the Alpine Club of Himalaya. We have the absolute authority to cancel the trip or change the itinerary, when deemed necessary or when we have reason to believe your safety is at stake. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group member, natural disasters, and such, can contribute to changes in the itinerary when traveling in remote mountainous regions. In these extreme situations, we kindly request that you offer your full co-operation to the trusted leader of the group appointed by the Alpine Club of Himalaya. However, we assure you that we will make every effort to keep to the above itinerary.
Itinerary
After breakfast head on a guided tour of the city. Visit various ancient attractions and UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Pashupatinath Temple:
Pashupatinath Temple is 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. The temple area is full of several temples of numerous Hindu deities, which gives the whole place an ambiance of a sacred paradise. Regarded at the head of Shiva this temple is visited by devotees, pilgrims, saints, and sage throughout the year.
Bouddhanath Stupa:
The Bouddhanath Stupa is one of the largest Stupa in the world. This massive structure stands tall with four pairs of eyes each facing the four cardinal directions, watching for the righteous behavior of mankind and human prosperity. Perched on the ancient trade route to Tibet the stupa is visited by a large number of devotees following Buddhism. Boudha Stupa is a Sararika Stupa as it is built upon the relics of the Kashyap Buddha. The Stupa complex is believed to be a mandala a powerful tool for meditation. A spectacular display of art and architecture of ancient Nepal.
Kathmandu Durbar Square:
Kathmandu Durbar Square was the old royal palace of the former King of Kathmandu. Also known as the Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, the area consists of various ancient temples showcasing Nepalese art and architecture at its best. The surrounding quadrangles reveal networks of courtyards and several Nepalese, Shikara, and mix style temples. The temples are carved on wood showcasing mythical creatures and erotic carvings. The various temple dedicated to different deities dates back from the 12th to 18th centuries. Explore the area and also visit the old palace which now is a museum.
Swayambhunath Stupa:
The Swayambhunath Temple has a compelling mix of both Hindu temples and Buddhist shrines and stupas. Showcasing harmony between the two religious groups. Perched on a hill in the western part of the Kathmandu Valley, it is one of the most sacred and oldest pilgrimage sites. Swayambhunath is Dhamek Stupa, an aspect of truth or reality.
According to legends, a lotus with a fire bloomed at a tiny pond of Naghdaha. From where it was brought upon these hills and a Stupa was constructed to preserve it. Later the present structure was built. The Stupa is popularly known amongst foreigners as the Monkey Temple as a large monkey population resides in the area. From the Stupa witness grand views of the valley and the greater Himalayan range to the north.
After the tour is completed head towards your accommodation.
If you have any inquiries or require assistance and further information about this trip or any other trips, please feel free to contact Alpine Club of Himalaya – Walk of the Himalaya.
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