Local Bazaar Walking Tour in Kathmandu with Professional Guide
Why we love it?
The Local Bazaar Walking Tour in Kathmandu offers a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant markets and cultural richness of Nepal's capital over a duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes. Guided by a knowledgeable expert, participants will navigate through bustling bazaars, experiencing the local way of life and discovering traditional crafts, foods, and customs. This tour is ideal for travelers who enjoy immersive experiences and wish to connect with the local community. What sets this tour apart is its focus on authentic interactions and the chance to see Kathmandu beyond the typical tourist sites, all while being conveniently transported to and from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Inclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Expert Tour Guide
- Driver
- Walking Sightseeing
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees (If required; either most of local area doesn't required the entry fees.)
- Tips for Guide and Driver
Itinerary
Local Bazaar Walking Tour in Kathmandu
After pickup at your Kathmandu hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle, head with your private guide to the Old Asan and Indra Chowk Bazaar, two bazaars in the historic section of Kathmandu. These markets make up one of the busiest marketplaces in the Kathmandu Valley.
Follow your guide on a walk along the narrow alleyways of Asan to see how modern life mixes with the ancient architecture of the area. Hear about Old Asan and Indra Chowk's history from your guide as you pass by renowned sites. Indra Chowk is an area lined with residential neighborhoods and bustling local markets selling fruit, vegetables, spices and stunning wares made of brass, bronze and copper.
With your guide, continue exploring the area of Newroad Indrachok, Packed with colorful shops and stalls, Indra Chowk is a centuries-old market area. There’s a wide range of places for produce, aromatic spices, and textiles, plus a specialist market selling beads, bangles, and ornaments for traditional Nepali weddings. Temples include Seto Machhendranath, with its intricate wood carvings, and Aakash Bhairav guarded by lion statues. Street food stands serve up fried momo dumplings.
Your tour ends with a private transfer back to your Kathmandu hotel.
Please Note
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen are highly recommended
- Please bring at least 1 liter of drinking water per person
- Not recommended for participants age of 75+
- Kindly provide us the name of Hotel inside Kathmandu city ring road for pick up and drop off service. Pick up from hotels located at outside of ring road will charge addition.
- Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Not recommended for participants with back problems
- Not recommended for participants age of 75+
- Please follow our pickup location which mentioned at the itinerary, if you could not find the address please email or call us at our customer service center.
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Passport required
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
