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KATHMANDU TOUR – Nepalese Art, Culture and History - 05 Days

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Region : Nepal
Trip Duration : 05 Days
Max Altitude : 1400m / 4593fr
Starts at : Kathmandu
Ends At : Kathmandu
Trip Grade : Easy
Meals : Breakfast in Kathmandu
Accommodation : Hotel
Transportation : Private Vehicle
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Ancient and medieval monuments, carnivals throughout the year and streets where the living gods and goddess mingle with the mortals- explore the depths of culturally fascinating valley, Kathmandu.

Kathmandu, a heritage valley not only houses 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it also preserves the ancient culture of Nepal in villages that still practice the prosperous ancient civilization of Nepal. The valley is not only the abode of Living Gods and Goddess it is also the home to revolutionary natives of Kirtipur. Temples and Stupas, courtyards and palaces may attract million visitors but the vicinity of Kathmandu that caters the most fascinating histories and traditions of Nepalese people. Access Nepal’s complete tour of Kathmandu is an attempt to celebrate this beautiful mix of culture, art, and histories. The tour includes exploration of traditional villages around Kathmandu which still have preserved the authentic culture of the valley. Talking about Kathmandu, the historic city, which has always played a vital role in Nepalese political system, Kirtipur, shall not be ignored.

Trip Highlights
  • Explore the seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, including ancient temples, stupas, and palaces.
  • Witness the unique cultural phenomenon of "Kumari," the living goddess, and "Bhairab," the living god.
  • Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Kathmandu's year-round carnivals and festivals, offering a glimpse into the city's lively cultural celebrations.
  • Explore the traditional villages surrounding Kathmandu, where the authentic culture and ancient civilization of Nepal are still practiced and preserved.
  • Wander through the courtyards and palaces of Kathmandu, where the grandeur of ancient dynasties and royal heritage can be felt.
Itinerary

Day 1Kathmandu Arrival

After entering the border of Nepal, you will be able to witness the view of the magnificent Himalayas, green forests, and beautiful paddy fields. Before landing on the Tribhuvan International airport you can enjoy the aerial view of Kathmandu Valley which is quite breath-taking. At the airport, our representative will welcome you and provide you with a warm Nepali welcome and then will escort you to your hotel. 

In the evening we will be providing you a welcome dinner in a local Nepali restaurant where you will be able to enjoy some authentic Nepali cuisine as well as some cultural show which displays the diversity of caste and creed present in Nepal.

Day 2Sightseeing Swaymbhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Asaan Bazaar tour

Driving a couple of kilometers from the hotel we arrive at Swayambhunath- locals believe it to self emerged stupa however archeological findings suggest the monastery was built in the seventh century. The monastery on a hill 70m above Kathmandu overlooks the valley and is well-known as Monkey Temple. Witness the thriving culture of Tibetan Buddhism at Swayambhunath. Our second destination will be Patan Durbar Square, the richest courtyard culturally and historically amongst the other durbar squares of the valley offers picturesque artistic delights in every corner. Famous Krishna Temple, Ashoka Pillars and the manifestation of sex in an intriguing way throughout small and big monuments are worthwhile exploration at Patan Durbar Square. We drive back to Kathmandu Durbar Square at Kathmandu. Kathmandu Durbar Square, an ancient courtyard is an exemplary craftsmanship designed and executed by local artists of the medieval age. The stone-paved streets, pagoda-style monuments and the religious monuments inclusive of different Living Goddess Kumari and other deities are the cultural displays at the site. Travel to the past at Kathmandu Durbar Square. We will be finishing our sightseeing than by walk to the local market of Asaan which will be crowded with local customers and vendors selling local products giving you an idea about the lifestyle of local people.


Day 3 Sightseeing Kirtipur, Khokana Bungmati, and Drive to Bhaktapur

After breakfast, our destination for today will be Kritipur, a historic town that still holds the traditional values so strongly. The city known as an anti-monarchy town for ages due to bitter history with Shah kings played an important role to overthrow monarchy in 2006. This historic town holds several temples and Buddhist monasteries. BaghBhairav Temple, Chilancho Stupa, Uma Maheshwar Temple and Shree Kriti Bihar are interesting sites to visit at Kirtipur. We will explore as many places as possible at Kirtipur  After the sightseeing, we will be visiting the Khokana Bungmati, a small village in Kathmandu Valley famous for its religious value. Machindranath Temple, Hangriyava Bhairab, De Phukhu, etc are some major sites where a lot of Hindu Myths surrounds. 

Our 1-hour drive to the east of Kathmandu will take us to Bhaktapur, our destination for the night. 

Day 4Sightseeing Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Changunarayan Temple and Drive back to Kathmandu.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square, “City of Devotees” is a perfect place to experience the glorified ancient days of the kingdom of Bhaktapur. The entrance to the Durbar Square is through a golden gate, which is decorated by carvings dedicated to various Hindu Gods. Bhaktapur has myriad medieval monuments like the Nyatapola, which is a five-storied temple. After visiting Bhaktapur, we drive to Changunarayan. The temple dedicated to Lord Bishnu is also the major Hindu Temple of the Valley and the oldest in Nepal. After the day’s tour, we drive to Nagarkot, beautiful Hilltop 15 kilometers northeast of Bhaktapur. On the drive back to Kathmandu, we will be visiting the most popular Hindu Temple of Nepal, Pashupatinath. The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is a UNESCO World Heritage Site is the most sacred place in Nepal to cremate the departed ones. Explore the temple and understand Hinduism at Pashupatinath. Then a few minutes’ walks will bring you to Boudhnath, which the biggest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. A large domed shaped Buddhist stupa, Boudhanath holds huge religious significance among the Tibetan Buddhists of Nepal. A major shrine on ancient Indo-China trade route Boudhanath offered blessings to traders and scholars for a safe journey through the high Himalayan passes to Tibet. Saffron robed monks circumambulating Boudhanath, colorful prayer flags touching the skyline from the dome pinnacle to the base of the large monument and the and outlets selling Tibetan souvenirs make this place a true Tibet outside Tibet.

In the evening, a representative from Access Nepal will meet you in the hotel to accompany you on the farewell dinner. Share your stories, give us your feedback and most of all enjoy the night.


Day 5 Final Departure

Three hours prior to the scheduled flight time, you will be escorted to Tribhuvan International Airport. Despite being a small country, Nepal has so much different experience to share among the travel lovers, so we hope to meet you again in your next adventure with different taste and different delight.

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Price Includes

  • Accompany of Licensed, highly experienced, English-speaking tour guide with salary and all personal expenses covered
  • A comfortable, air-conditioned car with a professional, friendly driver for the tour
  • Pick-up from your hotel and drop-off at your hotel after the tour
  • All applicable monument entrance fees and permits during the tour as per itinerary
  • All applicable government charges and taxes

Price Excludes

  • Nepal Visa and International air-tickets
  • Travel Insurance: medical expenses and hospitalization, and Trip Cancellation charges
  • Personal equipment, meals, accommodations and any other personal expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
  • Tips to your guide, porters, driver and other field staff as a token of appreciation
  • Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the “Trip Includes” list
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David M
David M
2023-06-27
Excellent all round Completed the three peaks pass with access Nepal. Hiked for 15 days straight. Found a couple of day’s challenging. The challenge made the adventure even more special. Found access Nepal to be a great company. Everything was organised and constant communication between their office and our designated go between. Our guide Subodh was fantastic. Provided plenty information on cultural landmarks along the walk and of Nepal itself. He encouraged us to go at our own pace and was flexible with the path to make some days easier and catch up on other days. We had 3 sherpas Netra, yubaraj and Dipesh. These guys are beasts and well deserve a generous tip. All in all the trip was fantastic and the price for the trip was on the low side compared to other tour companies and they are a local company that rely on word of mouth. Would book them in again when going back to Nepal. David (Australia)
Fernanda M
Fernanda M
2023-06-07
Guaranteed support and unique experience with Access I did the Three Passes Trekking with Access and I can assure you that it was the best experience of my life. Sadhana gave me all the support a few weeks before the trip, organized the itinerary, a guide gave me all the tips before the trip, clothes, health, itinerary, tips and everything else. In addition to everything, Lakpa was my guide, I don't know what would have become of me without him, he recognized the moments when I was very tired, he arranged all my organization for a peaceful stay in the lodges and he gave me a lot of support. Anyway, I recommend Access with my eyes closed, I want and will go back to Nepal in the near future and do other trekkings. It was my life's dream come true!
Marita R
Marita R
2023-05-28
Fantastic company that will give you the experience of a lifetime! This is our second time going with Access Nepal, this time for our honeymoon, and it was just as fantastic the second time around. It's an absolutely lovely company that will handle your trip as professionally as possible, from arriving at the airport to leaving again. They listen to your needs and wishes, and customize the trip accordingly. We are always incredibly well taken care of by one of the managers, Sadhana, who is a dear friend by now, who always does anything she can to make the trip the absolute best it can be. And we couldn't have asked for better company or a more trustworthy guide than our guide Giri. The company has very high standards as to how they treat and compensate their staff, and its really visible in the content and pride shown by all of their staff members. As for the treks they offer, we've done both the Everest three high passes and the Manaslu circuit now, and both have been absolutely mind-blowing. There really is no other place in the world like the Himalayas. Every single part; the Jeep ride into the areas, the high roads, the mountain sides, the mountains following your every step; everything is just absolutely amazing. It's too amazing to describe in words or pictures. I can't tell you anything but to GO!!! It's well, well, well worth the time and cost!!
Alcenir
Alcenir
2023-05-27
3 passes with Accsess Nepal I had one of the best experiences of my life with Accsess Nepal, in the mountains of Nepal. To go to the Everest Base Camp is a dream of many. However, I wanted a little bit more, so I chose the "Everest 3 High Passes - 19 days" trek. Incredible. The sights and people of this wonderful place will remain etched in my memory forever. The company provided all the administrative support for my arrival in Kathmandu, through Sadhana. She was always very prompt with my various questions and ensured a perfect organization for my comfort and safety. And, finally, Devman. He was our guide during the trek. A first-rate professional. Very concerned about the safety of the group. Knowledgeable about the mountain and the fantastic Nepalese culture. He ensured that everyone individually enjoyed the best possible experience on this spectacular trek. I really recomend this company and if you can, choose Devman as your guide. Enjoy the mountain!
Izabele F
Izabele F
2023-05-22
It was worth waiting so many years I did the Everest Base Camping trek with this agency and it was much better than I expected. I made the trip alone and received all the support from Sadhana and had the most partner guide along with the porter. I felt safe and respected the entire time. We form a family and enjoy every day with great joy. This trip will stay forever in my memory and heart. Very grateful to the entire Access Nepal family, especially my guide Sobodh for all his care and teachings.
Girish B
Girish B
2023-05-03
Grand tour of Nepal Our whole trip to Nepal was excellent from the tailor made itinerary organized by Pratap to the internal transfers by car. The whole trip was professionally organized after several discussions until it was exactly as we wanted and the tour company did not fail us. Our guide Bimal was very protective and very knowledgeable and the driver Laxman was safe and very experienced. I would definitely recommend this company to friends and family as we got the exact trip that we wanted and expected. The hotels selected were fantastic throughout. If we were to do this trip again we would fly internally rather than drive as the roads were not that great. Thankyou Pratap for a memorable trip. Girish and Leena Bhome (UK)
Vro v
Vro v
2023-05-02
Perfect! They are very professional my trip to Langtang with "Access Nepal" was perfect, wonderful and great. I would repeat with them in ny futures trip to Nepal .Thanks for everthing Access Nepal! :)
Arancha E
Arancha E
2023-05-01
Valle Langtang Creo que he conseguido realizar uno de mis grandes sueños pero no hubiera sido lo mismo sin esta gran familia de guías y sherpas , ellos han conseguido que me sintiera super segura y sobre todo han conseguido que el trekking que he realizado con otras 22 personas se volviera todo como en un cuento de hadas. Super profesionales y muy muy atentos en todo momento, facilitandonos el día a día. Muchísimas gracias
Beatriz T
Beatriz T
2023-05-01
Conectar con lo esencial Me encanto, fue una experiencia muy positiva todo , las calles , los templos un lugar muy seguro con muchas tradiciones
Arturo
Arturo
2023-04-24
Thanks Acces Nepal for the amazinn Langtang Valley Trek!! Spectacular trekking through the Langtang Valley, with wonderful views and a great feeling of peace and nature. The guides (Nava and Vicas) are excellent, very professional, always attentive to any customer need. The porters are very nice and hard workers. And the people in charge of the company welcomed us and said goodbye very kindly, always with smiles and nice words. Namaste Acces Nepal!!
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