World Heritage Sites Deluxe Tour of Kathmandu Valley helps you to explore the diverse facets of Nepal’s cultural and natural heritage. Nepal has earned it a well-deserved place on the prestigious list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu Valley include Swyombhunath, Bouddhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Patan, Bhaktapur, and Changunarayan.
As Buddhism and Hinduism developed and changed over the centuries throughout Asia. Both religions prospered in Nepal and produced a powerful artistic and architectural fusion beginning at least from the 5th century AD. These monuments were defined by the outstanding cultural traditions of the Newars, manifested in their unique urban settlements, buildings, and structures with intricate ornamentation displaying outstanding craftsmanship in brick, stone, timber, and bronze that are some of the most highly developed in the world.
Kathmandu Valley, with its seven monument zones, is a treasure trove of architectural wonders. The medieval temples, palaces, and stupas. Such as the iconic Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square, are testaments to the craftsmanship and devotion of ancient Nepali artisans. These sites provide a glimpse into Nepal’s religious and cultural traditions, dating back centuries.
The seven monument ensembles represent an exceptional testimony to the traditional civilization of the Kathmandu Valley. The cultural traditions of the multi-ethnic people who settled in this remote Himalayan valley over the past two millennia are manifested in the unique urban society which boasts of one of the most highly developed craftsmanship of brick, stone, timber, and bronze in the world. And the coexistence and amalgamation of Hinduism and Buddhism. All animist rituals and Tantrism are considered unique in this country and in the world as a whole. During this trip, we will explore all these 7 monuments and get a thorough taste of what Nepal is like.
Please feel free to discuss your ideas should you wish to customize the itinerary as per your specific preference and we will be very happy to come up with a very befitting proposal for you.
Tribhuvan International Airport (Google Map)
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Warm greetings and a heartfelt welcome to the beautiful country of Nepal!
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu one of our team representatives will be at the airport to pick you up, and he will then take you to your hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel Dwarika in Kathmandu
From today we start our World Heritage Sites Deluxe Tour.
Kathmandu Durbar Square:
This is a historic and cultural site in the center of Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital city. It is one of three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley. This square has many old palaces, courtyards, temples, and shrines. The buildings show a mix of Newari, Mughal, and European styles.
Swayambhunath:
The Swayambhunath Stupa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and holds great cultural and historical importance in Nepal. It is considered one of the finest examples of Kathmandu Valley architecture. This stupa, also called the Monkey Temple, is a very important religious place located on a hill in Kathmandu.
Boudhanath:
Boudhanath Stupa is not just a spiritual site but also a symbol of peace, harmony, and cultural heritage. Its massive and majestic presence makes it a must-visit for travelers interested in Buddhist culture.
Pashupatinath:
This is Nepal’s most important Hindu temple, located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River, Pashupatinath is believed to be one of the oldest temples in Nepal with a rich history going back thousands of years. It holds great religious significance for Hindus worldwide.
Welcome dinner in the evening hosted in your honor by Asian Heritage team
Overnight stay at hotel Dwarika in Kathmandu.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Today we will start off quite early in the morning to cover all the above sites
We will start by exploring Patan, then Bhaktapur, before going to Changunarayan.
Patan is known for its old architecture, arts/crafts, and religious heritage. The Patan Durbar Square has many temples, palaces, statues and courtyards showing the Newari style. Key sites are the Krishna Mandir temple, Golden Temple and Patan Museum.
Bhaktapur is an ancient city about 13km from Kathmandu. It has well-preserved medieval buildings, rich culture and traditions. Though badly hit by the 2015 earthquake, much remains to see. Attractions include the Golden Gate, Nyatapola Temple, Potter’s Square, temples, art gallery and museums.
Changunarayan temple is very old and a UNESCO site. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it has stone carvings of deities and Vishnu’s incarnations like the man-lion and dwarf avatars. Only Hindus can enter for rituals.
After Changunarayan, we return to the hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel Dwarika in Kathmandu.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Approximately 3 hours before the departure of your flight, you will be transferred to Kathmandu international airport where we guide you to the check-in hall. From here we hope you had an amazing journey through our country, Nepal. And we hope to see you again.
Meals included: Breakfast
Note: This itinerary is specially created for you. This itinerary can be adjusted in all aspects in order to meet your specific requirements. Please let us know what suits you best and we will be very pleased to provide you with a complete tailormade holiday package.
Note: Please note: Tipping (guides/driver) is not included in the price. Guest can always decide if they would like to tip for good services to guides, porters, and drivers at the end of the trip. However, in Nepal, it is a custom of good faith to tip guides/drivers when they have provided a good service.
