FIXED DEPARTURE OPTION 1:

1) Pashupatinath temple

Pashupatinath temple is the famous and biggest pilgrimage site for the Hindu devotees. This World Heritage Site is in the north-east of the Kathmandu nearby the bank of sacred Bagmati river. Pashupati literally means ‘the lord of the animals’ and one of the many forms of Hindu god Shiva. Hence, this is the temple of Lord Shiva who is one of the 3 main gods of Hinduism.

Attractions: Non-Hindus cannot enter the main temple of Pashupatinath. Although you can observe the Pashupatinath temple surrounding from the top of viewpoint, there are also other holy places to visit like deer park,  Guyeshori temple, Gorakhnath temple and you can also watch live cremation ceremony procedure in the bank of Bagmati river. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most significant places in the Hindu religion after three Dham (Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Muktinath). Hindu believes visiting these four sites only   helps achieve “Moksha” (salvation)

Festivals: The festivals celebrated here are Maha Shivaratri, Teej and Shaun Shankranti making the thousands of Hindus visit. Shivaratri is one of the major festivals in Nepal and India in honor of Lord Shiva. The festival is celebrated on the 14th day of Magha(Nepali 10th month) which is when Lord Shiva was born. This day millions of devotees across the world visit Pashupatinath making the biggest crowd.

Entrance Fee: Rs. 1000/- for both foreigners and SAARC nationals

2) Boudhanath Stupa

Boudhanath is the largest spherical stupa in the world. This stupa is one of the famous pilgrimage sites and World Heritage Sites located at the northeastern of Kathmandu. According to ancient history, the stupa was built after the swan landed in Boudha to capture the king’s head. Since then this is regarding the religious site.

Attractions: There are cafes, restaurants, lodges surrounding the big courtyard of the stupa.

Festivals: Many Buddhist and Tibetan-Buddhist gather this place during Losar, Buddha Jayanti, and other festivals.

Entrance fee: Rs. 250/- for foreigners, Rs. 150 for SAARC nationals

FIXED DEPARTURE OPTION 2:

1) Swayambhunath Stupa

Swayambhunath is one of the famous ancient stupas in the west of Kathmandu. This stupa situates at the top of the hill from where one can see the outlook of Kathmandu valley. Back to many centuries ago, there was a big lake instead of Kathmandu valley. The Tibetan-Buddhist deity Lord Manjushree saw the big lotus which is now a Swayambhunath. Then he cuts the obstacles with the holy sword to export all the waters away creating the Kathmandu valley and the Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath also refers to the monkey temple, as there are a massive number of monkies surrounding the hill. Legends say the monkies were the only survivor humans that lived in the Swayambhunath hill and after the incident of Manjushree, they were created as the monkey. No wonder Swayambhunath is World Heritage Sites, every morning the stupa gets crowded by the pilgrims and visitors.

Festivals: The festivals celebrated here are Buddha Jayanti, Gula, and Losar.

Entrance Fee: Rs. 200 for foreigners, Rs. 50 for SAARC

2) Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square lies in a heart of Kathmandu surrounded by spectacular architecture and cultural craftsmen. It is also known as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square as the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of the palace. Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of the 7th World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu valley.

Important places: Outside of Durbar, you will explore Kumari house, Kaal Bhairav statue, Taleju temple. Hanuman Dhoka, Basantapur, etc.

Festivals: This place is the festival spot for Indrajatra, Machindranath chariot, Holi and more.

Entrance fee: Rs. 750 for foreigners, Rs. 150 for SAARC

FIXED DEPARTURE OPTION 3:

1) Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur is the ancient town of the valley and lies 13km east of  Kathmandu. The Bhaktapur Durbar Square consists of four distinct squares which are Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square, and Pottery Square. Hence, tourists highly visit this World Heritage site in the Kathmandu valley.

Important places: Besides Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the other attractions are 55 window palace, Nyatapola temple. Vatsala temple. Golden Gate, a statue of Bhupatindra Malla, etc.

Entrance fee: US$15 for a foreigner, Rs. 500 for SAARC nationals

FIXED DEPARTURE OPTION 4:

1) Patan Durbar Square

Patan Durbar Square lies in the center of Lalitpur city (historically Patan) is an ancient royal palace where Malla kings have resided. Today, this site is one of the World Heritage Sites afflicted to cultural sites. Patan is one of the oldest Buddhist city and a city of fest and festivals.

Important places: The major structures outside of Durbar Square are Krishna Mandir, Bhimsen temple, Vishwanath temple. Taleju Bhawani temple, etc.

Entrance fee: Rs. 500 for foreigners, Rs. 100 for SAARC

KATHMANDU CITY TOUR VEHICLE TYPES

In-vehicle services, we provide A/C and water bottles. The types of vehicles are set according to the number of guests. The below diagram shows the number of seats available after counting the driver and guides.

    Scorpio: Maximum people of 4

      Hiace: Maximum people of 10

     Mini Bus: Maximum people of 18

     Bus: Maximum people of 27

     Sutlej: Maximum people of 35

Trip Facts

Trip Duration: 1 days
Trip code: HST-NT-05
Group size: Minimum 2
Best season: All four season (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter)
Mode of tour: Hotel
Destinations: Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square