Walk along the Bagmati River (16 heritage monuments in 2 kilometers)

From $120 • 3 hours 30 minutes • Liberty Holidays • Bagmati, Janakpur, Kathmandu • Meet on location or pickup • Free until 1 day before

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Why we love it?

The "Walk along the Bagmati River" tour offers a unique opportunity to explore 16 heritage monuments within a 2-kilometer stretch, showcasing the rich cultural and historical significance of the Kathmandu Valley. Lasting 3 hours and 30 minutes, this guided experience is ideal for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and those looking to immerse themselves in the local heritage. Participants will enjoy a private vehicle for convenient pick-up and drop-off, while an English-speaking guide provides insights into the monuments’ stories and significance. The tour stands out for its focus on the spiritual and architectural diversity along the Bagmati River, making it a distinct way to engage with Nepal's cultural landscape.

Inclusions

Private vehicle for pick up and drop off
English guide
All applicable entrance fees

Exclusions

Tips

Itinerary

Step 1

Pick up from Hotel at 1:30 pm and drive to Thapathali. Upon reaching enjoy the walk along with sightseeing.

Three Akhada complexes

They were built by Prime Minister Jung Bahadur Rana for the Sadhus of three sects of Hinduism. These complexes are the hermitage for the Sadhus. During the Shiva Ratri, and these sattals were occupied by the Baba or Sadhus who came to valley for the pilgrimage

Kalmochan Temle:
Kalmochan temple dedicated to Lord Bishnu was in the past part of Thapathali Durbar complex. Built around the mid-19th century, this temple has a Moghul Kathmandu-Gothic architecture style. It was built by Jung Bahadur Rana to attain inner peace (mochan) as he was involved in many murders. It is being believed that he had burried the dead bodies of people who died in Kot (Arsenal) Parva (massacre) under this temple.

Step 2

Pachali Bhairav:

The temple of Pachali Bhairav based in Teku. Special prayers and worships are offered to the Pachali Bhairav with the belief of acquiring divine powers and before starting any special work or such work that needs special efforts. The Pachali Bhairav festival takes place once in 12 years on the Day of Bijaya Dashami which is called 'Barha Barse Pachali Bhairav Khadga Siddhi Jatra'.

Step 3

Jaganath temple:

One of the largest temples is Jagannath temple complex built by Bharo Bhava Singh Pradhan in 1792 CE. This temple is built over the octagonal plinth and the plan of the temple is also octagonal. The Shikhara Style temple is built with terracotta in mud mortar with intricately carved windows.

Teen Dewal temple complex, also famous as Bambikateshwor temple, was built by the commander-in-chief and acting prime minister Bam Bahadur Kunwar Rana in 1850 CE. Rectangular in plan, built over the multi-layered platform, this temple has three Shikhara styles extended structures, hence named as Teen (three in Nepali Dialect) Dewal. The temple is surrounded four sides by the Sattals. The Sattals are other important components of the precincts, built mostly during Rana Period in neoclassic and Newari style. Puret Ghat Sattal, Mathema Sattal, Manadhar Sattals are also the best examples of the 19th century heritage. The original use of the Sattal as a temporary shelter for the pilgrims; for those who come for the funeral procession; and for performing rituals during the cremation has been altered in many sattals.

Day Trip ends at Teku and drive back for Hotel.

Please Note

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Pick up and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road.
At the moment, the river looks like a natural drain instead of the babbling river. It might be frustrating to guest.
If you have no problem visiting monuments with witnessing local settlements, poor peoples, Hindu saints, this tour is perfect for you.
Please bring sun glass, mask, camera with you.
Pick up service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road