Full Day UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour in Kathmandu
Why we love it?
The Full Day UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour in Kathmandu offers an immersive experience into the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Nepal's capital. Over the course of seven hours, participants will explore several UNESCO-listed sites, guided by an expert who provides in-depth insights into the significance of each location. This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and travelers looking to deepen their understanding of Kathmandu's heritage. Distinctively, the tour combines comfortable transportation in a deluxe vehicle with the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off, ensuring a seamless experience as visitors navigate the city’s iconic landmarks.
Inclusions
- Expert tour guide
- Transportation by deluxe vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance fees
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Extra monuments fee
- Tips
- Visas
Itinerary
Full Day UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour in Kathmandu
10:30 AM: 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 6-hour 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
5:30 PM: Your sightseeing tour ends and your guide drop you off at your Hotel.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Minimum age is 13 years
- Please note that there has been significant damage to some of the sites visited on this tour due to the earthquakes in April and May 2015
- We offer pick and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road. For hotels outside ring road you need to pay additional charge.
- Meals and drinks (Own expenses)
- Voucher Information:
- Liberty Holidays Inc
- Uttar Dhoka, Lazimpat-414
- P.O.Box No. 21255
- Kathmandu
- Nepal.
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- Emergency phone number:
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Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
