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Kathmandu City Tour

Duration : 1 Day (can be extended to 2–3 days)
Trip Type : Private Guided Cultural Tour
Best Time : Year-round
Start/End : Hotel in Kathmandu

Mode of Travel: Private vehicle + guide

Trip Highlights

  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Discover sacred Hindu and Buddhist temples
  • Learn local art, architecture, and history
  • Perfect for short stays or pre/post trek activities

From

1/2 days

Itinerary – Full-Day City Tour

Morning:

  • Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) – ancient Buddhist stupa with panoramic views of Kathmandu
  • Kathmandu Durbar Square – royal palace, living goddess Kumari, temples and courtyards

Afternoon:

  • Pashupatinath Temple – sacred Hindu site by the Bagmati River (open for non-Hindus to view from outside)
  • Boudhanath Stupa – one of the largest Buddhist stupas in Asia, surrounded by Tibetan monasteries

Optional add-ons (for 2-day tours):

  • Patan Durbar Square – historic city of art and woodcarvings
  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square – medieval city known for pottery, temples, and preserved Newari culture
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    • Private vehicle and driver for the full tour
    • Professional licensed tour guide (English-speaking)
    • All monument entrance fees
    • Bottled water
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (within Kathmandu valley)
    • Government taxes and service charge

    Cost Includes

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    Cost Excludes

    • Meals and personal expenses
    • Tips for guide and driver
    • Travel insurance
    • Accommodation (available on request)

    What to Bring:

    • Comfortable walking shoes
    • Sunhat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
    • Modest attire for temples
    • Camera or phone for photos

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