Private Half-Day Bhaktapur Tour from Kathmandu With Kailashnath Mahadev Statue
Why we love it?
The Private Half-Day Bhaktapur Tour from Kathmandu offers an immersive experience into the rich cultural heritage of Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over the course of five hours, participants will explore the city's ancient architecture, vibrant local life, and significant historical sites, including the impressive Kailashnath Mahadev Statue, one of the tallest Shiva statues in the world. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a personalized experience, as it includes a local guide who provides insights into the area's history and traditions. With the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off in a luxury vehicle, along with a provided lunch, this tour ensures a comfortable and enriching journey into the heart of Nepali culture.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Luxury vehicle
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Lunch
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Private Half-Day Bhaktapur Tour from Kathmandu With Kailashnath Mahadev Statue
Kailashnath Mahadev is the World's Tallest Lord Shiva statue, located in Saanga the border of Bhaktapur and Kavre districts. The height of this statue is 143 feet high and is situated 20 km from Kathmandu, Nepal. There is a children's park and other recreational features around the statue that makes it a popular destination for visitors. About half and hour from Kathmandu, it boasts amazing views of the valley along with the mountains and lush green Bhaktapur fields. Apart from the primary Shiva statue, there is a good-looking statue of the whole family (Shiva, Parvati, Kumar and Ganesh). The stairs leading to the main statue have Shiva-lingas of 12 different forms of Lord Shiva.
Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you for an hour-long drive to the Bhaktapur valley, to see the Kailashnath Mahadev Statue. You will climb up a hill to enjoy the status and also a great view of whole Bhaktapur valley. You will have lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, you can also visit the Spa and Massage Centre if you wish (not included). Your guide will take you sightseeing to a nearby village (not included) before heading back to Kathmandu.
Please Note
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- A short walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency repatriation, is required to participate on this tour; proof of insurance must be shown to tour leader on the first day
- The following information is required of travelers upon booking: Full name, nationality and current country of residence Date of birth Passport number, issue date and expiry date E-mail address.
- Existing medical conditions or dietary requirements
- 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
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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
