Golden triangle (Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan) Cities Tour

Itinerary

Day 1: Full day Kathmandu city sightseeing

Stop At: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:00 am with their luxurious vehicle to take you for your sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley.

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 known 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 known 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 represent 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 30 minutes

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 30 minutes

Stop At: Pasupatinath Temple, Unnamed Road, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
After then 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

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Full day Bhaktapur city with Nagarkot sunrise and Changu Narayan Temple sightseeing

Stop At: Nagarkot View point tower, Nagarkot Nepal
Your expert Guide picks you up from your Hotel and drive for Nagarkot. (Approximately 1 hour of car movement)

Reach Nagarkot and enjoy watching Himalayan Sunrise from the Observatory. You can see the magnificent view of the Himalayan Mountains wrapped in a morning glow. Feel magnificent nature and energy of the sun throughout the body.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Changu Narayan, Bhaktapur Nepal
Begin Changu Narayan Temple sightseeing, the ancient Hindu temple of Changu Narayan is located on a high hilltop that is also known as Changu. This shrine is dedicated to lord Visnu and held in special reverence by the Hindu people. This temple is considered to be the oldest temple in the history of Nepal.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 00977-1-4701148 Nepal
Drive for Bhaktapur Durbar Square the living representation of how the entire Kathmandu Valley would have looked like during the medieval periods. Its glorious architecture; sky-high temples built in pagoda style- the stairway to the heaven, fine clay pottery, and massive royal courtyards whose existence date back to the 12th century, where devotees, still, celebrate their pre-historic festivals by equal amount of gusto and passion.
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Full day Patan with Bungmati and Kirtipur sightseeing

Stop At: Bungmati Stationery & Goods Center, एकान्तकुना मार्ग, Karyabinayak 44700, Nepal
Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel with their luxurious vehicle to take Bungmati your first sightseeing stop for the day.

See traditional houses and experience a culture reminiscent of medieval times. Visit the Rato Machhendranath and see master woodcarvers at work. Admire the traditional houses and centuries-old traditions of Bungamati. Visit the Rato Machhendranath Temple, dating back to the 16th century.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Patan Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur) 44700 Nepal
Then drive to Patan Durbar square which takes around 45 minutes.

Patan is 5 km away from, Kathmandu, but, despite such proximity, its 'preserved' ancestral uniqueness distinguishes it as a different environment to experience in a short travel. Patan is a melting pot of two religions, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Patan is also known as Lalitpur, "City of Beauty", and its unique Durbar Squares, temples, alleys, cuisine, hospitality and religious tolerance justify the pre-historic status of the city.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chilancho Bahal, Kiritipur Ring Road, Kirtipur 44618 Nepal
At last drive to Kirtipur, located on a hill to the southwest of central Kathmandu is one of several ancient kingdoms in the Kathmandu Valley that were once independent, but now make up part of greater Kathmandu. Kirtipur is thought to be one of the oldest settlements in the valley. It’s a prime destination to learn about the Newar people, who are one of Nepal’s many distinct ethnic groups and the original inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.