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Wonders of the Kathmandu Valley

Panoramic Himalayan Views - Temples and Stupas - Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur - Rural Delights of the Kathmandu Valley

All meals 'on tour' included

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Duration

7 Days
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Accommodation

Hotels and Guest Houses
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Trip Overview

A shorter cultural tour of Nepal Intentionally created for those who are tight on time but don't want to rush either.

You'll experience both the wonderful heritage and varied cultures of Nepal.  All the major sites in the Kathmandu Valley are included, with ancient cities contrasting with traditional village life. Witness the sunrise from the classic Himalayan view point at Nagarkot, observe both sacred Hindu and Buddhist sites at Namobuddha and Panauti, meet the local people, study intricate Newari architecture in Bhaktapur, see the major sights of Kathmandu, explore Patan and return home feeling that you have visited Nepal and achieved more than just scratching the surface of this fascinating and welcoming country. This custom Nepal journey can be readily extended.

A shorter cultural tour of Nepal Intentionally created for those who are tight on time but don't want to rush either.

  • You'll experience both the wonderful heritage and varied cultures of Nepal.  All the major sites in the Kathmandu Valley are included, with ancient cities contrasting with traditional village life. Witness the sunrise from the classic Himalayan view point at Nagarkot, observe both sacred Hindu and Buddhist sites at Namobuddha and Panauti, meet the local people, study intricate Newari architecture in Bhaktapur, see the major sights of Kathmandu, explore Patan and return home feeling that you have visited Nepal and achieved more than just scratching the surface of this fascinating and welcoming country. This custom Nepal journey can be readily extended.

Example Itinerary

    • Day 1
      Arrive Kathmandu
    • Day 2
      Explore Kathmandu
    • Day 3
      Medieval Bhaktapur
    • Day 4
      Hindu Panauti, Buddhist Namobuddha and the rural Kathmandu Valley
    • Day 5
      Changu Narayan Temple & hill top Nagarkot
    • Day 6
      Himalayan Sunrise & ancient Patan
    • Day 7
      Depart Nepal

  • DAY
    1

    Arrive Kathmandu

    Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you'll be met and receive a private transfer for the short distance into central Kathmandu and to the KGH Hotel in the central Thamel district of Kathmandu. After a pre-tour briefing, you can enjoy dinner tonight at one of the many, many choices in Thamel.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel - Kathmandu
    Included Meals: None

    DAY 1

    Arrive Kathmandu

    Arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you'll be met and receive a private transfer for the short distance into central Kathmandu and to the KGH Hotel in the central Thamel district of Kathmandu. After a pre-tour briefing, you can enjoy dinner tonight at one of the many, many choices in Thamel.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel - Kathmandu
    Included Meals: None

    DAY
    2

    Explore Kathmandu

    Full-day guided tour of Kathmandu. After breakfast, a private vehicle (with a driver, of course) will enable you to undertake a tour of the principal holy sites of Kathmandu. You'll first visit the sacred Hindu site of Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bagmati River. Next, you'll head up to the Swayambunath hilltop above Kathmandu, the site of both a Buddhist Stupa and Hindu monuments. Back into Kathmandu and a leisurely lunch in Kathmandu, your guide will take you on a walking tour of Kathmandu, including a visit to Durbar Square. Later afternoon, you'll visit the massive Buddhist Stupa at Bouddha. This is the time the faithful Tibetan population begins their daily rituals and is best observed from a rooftop cafe terrace. From here, you'll then transfer the short distance to Bhaktapur.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla - Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY 2

    Explore Kathmandu

    Full-day guided tour of Kathmandu. After breakfast, a private vehicle (with a driver, of course) will enable you to undertake a tour of the principal holy sites of Kathmandu. You'll first visit the sacred Hindu site of Pashupatinath on the banks of the Bagmati River. Next, you'll head up to the Swayambunath hilltop above Kathmandu, the site of both a Buddhist Stupa and Hindu monuments. Back into Kathmandu and a leisurely lunch in Kathmandu, your guide will take you on a walking tour of Kathmandu, including a visit to Durbar Square. Later afternoon, you'll visit the massive Buddhist Stupa at Bouddha. This is the time the faithful Tibetan population begins their daily rituals and is best observed from a rooftop cafe terrace. From here, you'll then transfer the short distance to Bhaktapur.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla - Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY
    3

    Medieval Bhaktapur

    After breakfast, a Bhaktapur Guide will take you on a morning walking tour of the principle sights of Bhaktapur, but also around the hidden backstreets to witness traditional goings on in Bhaktapur. The afternoon is entirely free for you to relax and explore more of Bhaktapur at your leisure.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla, Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY 3

    Medieval Bhaktapur

    After breakfast, a Bhaktapur Guide will take you on a morning walking tour of the principle sights of Bhaktapur, but also around the hidden backstreets to witness traditional goings on in Bhaktapur. The afternoon is entirely free for you to relax and explore more of Bhaktapur at your leisure.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla, Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY
    4

    Hindu Panauti, Buddhist Namobuddha and the rural Kathmandu Valley

    Full day guided tour of the Kathmandu Valley. Once again, you'll need a private vehicle in order to explore the rural delights of the Kathmandu Valley. You'll visit the ancient Hindu temples at Panauti, as well as the spiritual Buddhist location of Namobuddha. As this is an unhurried day, there'll be plenty of time to stop and take a walk into the terraced farmlands, orchards, and timeless villages of the Kathmandu Valley before returning to Bhaktapur.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla, Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY 4

    Hindu Panauti, Buddhist Namobuddha and the rural Kathmandu Valley

    Full day guided tour of the Kathmandu Valley. Once again, you'll need a private vehicle in order to explore the rural delights of the Kathmandu Valley. You'll visit the ancient Hindu temples at Panauti, as well as the spiritual Buddhist location of Namobuddha. As this is an unhurried day, there'll be plenty of time to stop and take a walk into the terraced farmlands, orchards, and timeless villages of the Kathmandu Valley before returning to Bhaktapur.

    Accommodation: Hotel Heritage Malla, Bhaktapur
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY
    5

    Changu Narayan Temple & hill top Nagarkot

    A full-day guided tour on foot and with a private vehicle. First, you'll visit the ancient Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You are then going to be driven up to the hilltop resort of Nagarkot. Perhaps the most famous Himalayan view point in the Kathmandu Valley. Take a stroll along the ridge with your guide and enjoy the fresh mountain air and dramatic mountain views.

    Accommodation: Country Villa Hotel - Nagarkot
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY 5

    Changu Narayan Temple & hill top Nagarkot

    A full-day guided tour on foot and with a private vehicle. First, you'll visit the ancient Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You are then going to be driven up to the hilltop resort of Nagarkot. Perhaps the most famous Himalayan view point in the Kathmandu Valley. Take a stroll along the ridge with your guide and enjoy the fresh mountain air and dramatic mountain views.

    Accommodation: Country Villa Hotel - Nagarkot
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    DAY
    6

    Himalayan Sunrise & ancient Patan

    Wake up early and, from this enviable location, witness the Himalayan sunrise. On particularly clear days, the panorama can be so extensive that it stretches from Kangchenjunga in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. That's well over 120 miles of mountains! Sometimes you may also find yourself seemingly on an island surrounded by a sea of clouds bubbling beneath you. Take your time and soak it all up, as it's only a short drive back down into the valley and to the city of Patan for a spot of lunch. After lunch, you'll take an afternoon guided walking tour of Patan, including the historic Durbar Square. You'll then be driven to 'next door' Kathmandu. Here, you should still have plenty of time for some last-minute souvenir hunting, as shops in Kathmandu stay open until late.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel, Kathmandu
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY 6

    Himalayan Sunrise & ancient Patan

    Wake up early and, from this enviable location, witness the Himalayan sunrise. On particularly clear days, the panorama can be so extensive that it stretches from Kangchenjunga in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. That's well over 120 miles of mountains! Sometimes you may also find yourself seemingly on an island surrounded by a sea of clouds bubbling beneath you. Take your time and soak it all up, as it's only a short drive back down into the valley and to the city of Patan for a spot of lunch. After lunch, you'll take an afternoon guided walking tour of Patan, including the historic Durbar Square. You'll then be driven to 'next door' Kathmandu. Here, you should still have plenty of time for some last-minute souvenir hunting, as shops in Kathmandu stay open until late.

    Accommodation: KGH Hotel, Kathmandu
    Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    DAY
    7

    Depart Nepal

    A private transfer will take you to the airport for your return international flight.

    Included Meals: Breakfast

    Of course there's no reason to depart today, your Nepal holiday can be readily tailor-made

    DAY 7

    Depart Nepal

    A private transfer will take you to the airport for your return international flight.

    Included Meals: Breakfast

    Of course there's no reason to depart today, your Nepal holiday can be readily tailor-made

    IMPORTANT

    This is an EXAMPLE ITINERARY and can be customised for you accordingly.

    Please consider whether you want your customisable, private trip itinerary to also include CONTINGENCY.

    See our ABOUT CONTINGENCY Information

    Please CONTACT US to discuss CONTINGENCY and ADDITIONAL ACCLIMATISATION, as well as other CUSTOMISATION POSSIBILITES for your PRIVATE CUSTOM TREK

Price Guide

Price based on a private party of 4 persons, twin share rooms, low season.
  • $ US 630

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What's included

The price shown is for guideline purposes only. The price is inclusive of all accommodation described in the detailed itinerary, all airport and land transfers, private overland travel indicated in the itinerary, meals as indicated in the itinerary (most meals), permits, and National Park Fee's and Guides as indicated in the detailed itinerary.

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