Best of Kathmandu Valley 5 Days Trip

Itinerary

Day 1: Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport

Stop At: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Our airport representative assists you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer to hotel and rest of time leisure activities and overnight at hotel
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation in 3 star category Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 2: Kathmandu full day sightseeing, evening welcome dinner at typical Nepali Restaurant with cultural Show

Stop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:30 am with their luxurious vehicle to take you for your sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath.

First, stop at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmadu Durbar Sqaure is one of three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley. Though a few buildings collapsed after the devastating earthquake on April 25th, 2015, you can observe the spectacular art and architecture of the ancient Malla and Shah dynasties. It is also know as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, derived from the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of ancient royal palace.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Swayambhu Maha Chaitya, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
After that, head to Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath, also know as the "Monkey Temple", is situated on a small hillock on the west of Kathmandu city. It is a sacred place for Buddhist pilgrimages from all over the world. Large eyes painted on the four sides of the main stupa represents wisdom and compassion, and a dome at the base of Sutpa represents the entire world. Swayambhunath also could not escape from the devastating earthquake of April 25th, 2015, but one can still observe the art and architecture at Swayambhunath which is believed to date back to the beginning of 5th century.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Boudhanath Stupa, Boudh Boudha, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Then, head over to Boudhanath Stupa. Boudhanath is located on the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, is the largest stupa in the world and is a sacred site for Buddhist pilgrimages. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Boudhanath is on the ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha. Founded by Licchivi King, Boudhanath has had minor damage caused by the earthquake on the 25th of April, 2015.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pasupatinath Temple, Unnamed Road, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Following your time there, head to Pashupatinath. The sacred Hindu shrine Pashupatinath is located on the bank of the Bagmati river to the eastern side of Kathmandu. Believed to be built by Supuspa Deva, a Licchivi King, Pashupatinath was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The main temple of Pashupatinath was built using Pagoda style architecture with four main doors. The two levels of the roof are made of copper with a gold coating and they have a gold pinnacle. The inner sanctorum is the place where the main idol is placed, and the outer sanctorum is an open corridor like space. Though some of the buildings in the Pashupati area are damaged, the main building was untouched by the earthquake of April 25th, 2015 earthquake.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Bhojan Griha, डिल्लीबजार सडक, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
ENJOY WELCOME DINNER AT TYPICAL NEPALI RESTAURANT WITH CULTURAL SHOW AT THE EVENING.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Accommodation in 3 star category Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 3: Bhaktapur sightseeing and Nagarkot night stay

Stop At: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 00977-1-4701148 Nepal
At 10:30 pm our expert tour guide assists you at your hotel and transfers you to the UNESCO listed world heritage site Bhaktapur Durbar square.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Nagarkot View point tower, Nagarkot Nepal
Enjoy the sightseeing and drive to Nagarkot. Enjoy the sunset and start a short walk to the nearby village. It is one of the best view points of this region which is famous for the view of sunrise and sunset in the Himalayas. It is the best tourist destination due to the amazing views of the Himalayan Mountains.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation in 3 star category Hotel

Day 4: Sunrise at Nagarkot, Hike to Changu Narayan and enjoy sightseeing of Changu Narayan Temple and Patan Durbar Square

Stop At: Nagarkot View point tower, Nagarkot Nepal
Early morning wake up call, enjoy the magnificent Mountain View from Nagarkot Tower.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Changu Narayan, Bhaktapur Nepal
After breakfast, drive to Telkot, Nagarkot and start hiking (approximately 3 hours) to Changu Narayan Temple.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Patan Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur) 44700 Nepal
Enjoy your lunch and drive back to Patan Durbar square. Get mesmerized with the beautiful art of Patan Durbar square and dropped off at your Hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation in 3 star category Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 5: Departure

Stop At: Tribhuvan International Airport, Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Our office representative assists you at your hotel and transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure to your next destination
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.