Kathmandu is a living gallery of ancient history, where seven UNESCO World Heritage sites are packed within a single valley. A heritage tour here takes you through the "Three Kingdoms," sacred riverbanks, and hilltop stupas that define Nepal's spiritual and architectural legacy.
Heritage tours at Kathmandu: After breakfast, the city guide will pick you up at hotel for sightseeing at world heritage list by UNESCO at different places. Heritage tours beginning short drive to Swyambhu nath stupa, which is oldest Buddhist stupa in the world, build 2,000 years ago. Visit around the stupa, offering the butter lamps for your good Karma and future for all.
Swyambhu stupa: Swayambhu Mahachaitya, also known as the "Monkey Temple," sits on a hill overlooking the valley. It is one of the most recognizable symbols of Nepal, characterized by its all-seeing Buddha eyes.
Panoramic Views: Offers a 360-degree view of the Kathmandu Valley, especially beautiful at sunrise and sunset.
Religious Harmony: A unique site where Hindu shrines and Buddhist monasteries coexist side-by-side.
Bhouda Stupa: Boudha Stupa, is one of the largest spherical stupas in the world. It serves as the spiritual hub for the Tibetan Buddhist community in Nepal.
Pilgrimage Route: Join hundreds of pilgrims in "Kora," the ritual of walking clockwise around the massive white dome while spinning prayer wheels.
Monastery Hub: Surrounded by over 50 Tibetan monasteries, the air is often filled with the sound of deep chanting and ringing bells.
Mandala Design: The entire structure is a 3D representation of the Buddhist cosmos, with 13 steps leading to the spire representing the stages of enlightenment.
Lunch: You can take lunch and enjoy the beautiful view of Bhouda stupa. After lunch drive to Kathmandu Durbar square.
Kathmandu Durbar square: The Durbar square is the historic epicentre of the city, where kings were once crowned. It remains a vibrant public space where ancient rituals are still performed daily.
Kumari Ghar: The residence of the "Living Goddess," a young girl worshipped as a manifestation of the goddess Taleju.
Hanuman Dhoka: The old royal palace complex, featuring numerous courtyards and a museum dedicated to Nepal's monarchy.
Taleju Temple: A magnificent 16th-century temple that stands as the tallest structure in the square, traditionally open to the public only once a year.
After Heritage tours, walk from New Road to Thamel for dinner and back to hotel.
4-star Hotel with bed and breakfast at Kathmandu.