Kathmandu Durbar Square

Upon your arrival to Kathmandu you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. We will brief you on the trip details and the rest of the day will be at your leisure.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Your expert English speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:30 am with their luxurious vehicle to take you for your 6-hour sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath and Pashupatinath. First, stop at Kathmandu Durbar Square. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kathmadu Durbar Sqaure is one of three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley. Though a few buildings collapsed after the devastating earthquake on April 25th, 2015, you can observe the spectacular art and architecture of the ancient Malla and Shah dynasties. It is also know as Hanuman Dhoka Durbar Square, derived from the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of ancient royal palace.

After that, head to Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath, also know as the "Monkey Temple", is situated on a small hillock on the west of Kathmandu city. It is a sacred place for Buddhist pilgrimages from all over the world. Large eyes painted on the four sides of the main stupa represents wisdom and compassion, and a dome at the base of Sutpa represents the entire world. Swayambhunath also could not escape from the devastating earthquake of April 25th, 2015, but one can still observe the art and architecture at Swayambhunath which is believed to date back to the beginning of 5th century.

Boudhanath Stupa

Then, head over to Boudhanath Stupa. Boudhanath is located on the northeastern outskirts of Kathmandu, is the largest stupa in the world and is a sacred site for Buddhist pilgrimages. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979, Boudhanath is on the ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet. The Stupa is said to entomb the remains of Kassapa Buddha. Founded by Licchivi King, Boudhanath has had minor damage caused by the earthquake on the 25th of April, 2015.

Following your time there, head to Pashupatinath. The sacred Hindu shrine Pashupatinath is located on the bank of the Bagmati river to the eastern side of Kathmandu. Believed to be built by Supuspa Deva, a Licchivi King, Pashupatinath was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. The main temple of Pashupatinath was built using Pagoda style architecture with four main doors. The two levels of the roof are made of copper with a gold coating and they have a gold pinnacle. The inner sanctorum is the place where the main idol is placed, and the outer sanctorum is an open corridor like space. Though some of the buildings in the Pashupati area are damaged, the main building was untouched by the earthquake of April 25th, 2015 earthquake. At 5:30 pm, your sightseeing tour ends and your guide drop you off at your Hotel.

Pokhara Lakeside

After breakfast you will be taken in a private vehicle to the picturesque Town of Pokhara and have lunch en-route. Once in Pokhara you will enjoy some boating in Phewa Lake and in the evening explore the Lakeside.

Sarangkot

You will take an early-morning drive to Sarangkot to enjoy the sunrise over the Annapurna range.

After breakfast, you will proceed to the Pokhara city-tour where you will see sights like the Bindabashini temple, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, Seti George and International Mountain Museum. Davis Falls Also known as Patale Chhango, this waterfall marks the point where the Pardi Khola stream vanishes underground. When the stream is at full bore after monsoon rains, the sound of the water plunging over the falls is deafening. The falls are about 2km southwest of the airport on the road to Butwal, just before the Tashi Ling Tibetan camp. According to one of the many local legends, the name is a corruption of David’s Falls, a reference to a Swiss visitor who tumbled into the sinkhole and drowned, taking his girlfriend with him.

Gupteswar Mahadev Cave Across the road from Devi’s Falls, this venerated cave contains a huge stalagmite worshipped as a Shiva lingam. The ticket allows you to clamber through a tunnel behind the shrine, emerging in a damp cavern adjacent to the thundering waters of Devi’s Falls.

Seti River Gourge

Seti George The roaring Seti River passes right through Pokhara, but you won’t see it unless you go looking. The river has carved a deep, narrow chasm through the middle of town, turning the water milky white in the process.

International Mountain Museum

International Mountain Museum This expansive museum is devoted to the mountains of Nepal, the mountaineers who climbed them and the people who call them home. Inside, you can see original gear from many of the first Himalayan ascents, as well as displays on the history, culture, geology, and flora and fauna of the Himalaya.

Nagarkot View Tower

We will drive back to Kathmandu by a private vehicle. Lunch will be on the way. We then drive to Nagarkot by private car/van for an excellent view of the snow-capped Himalayan Ranges, renowned for their spectacular sunrises.

Nagarkot View Tower

Enjoy sunrise and after breakfast you will drive back to Kathmandu and visit Bhadgaon en-route.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhadgaon, also known as Bhaktapur (meaning "the city of devotees"), is the home of medieval art and architecture. From there you will drive back to Kathmandu, where you will have the afternoon free to rest or do some last-moment shopping.

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport.