Kathmandu Durbar Square

You will start your tour by visiting the ancient Kathmandu Durbar Square Complex, an ancient Capital of Kathmandu in antiquity. The Durbar Square is a bustling hub of trade and commerce, and a living exhibition of culture and history. At Kathmandu Durbar Square, you will also visit the palace that housed generations of Malla and Shah kings of antiquity, and will also pay homage to the world's only living Goddess, Kumari, at her reisdence, the Kumari Ghar. At various times of the day, you can even see the goddess in person!

Swaymbhunath

Renowned the world over as Kathmandu's Monkey Temple (due to the abundance of jumping, swaggering monkeys in the vicinity), Swyambhunath is a religious hotspot located on a scenic hill overlooking the humongous Kathmandu valley below. Venerated by both Buddhists and Hindus, Swyambhunath a.k.a the Monkey Temple is a cultural and religious hotspot that sees its fair share of local and foreign visitors everyday.

Boudhanath Stupa

Boudhanath Stupa is one of Nepal's largest monuments and the largest, most graceful and beautiful stupa in the country. Also a cultural and religious hotspot for Buddhists, the stupa complex hosts, in addition to the beautiful Boudha Stupa, a plethora of monasteries, shops for curio, coffee shops, bakeries and rooftop restaurants.

Pashupatinath Temple

Pashupatinath Temple is one of the world's biggest and most venerated Hindu temple complex. Dedicated primarily to the Hindu god Shiva the Destroyer, Pashupatinath Temple complex is an absolutely giant area with its own forest to the east. A mega major cultural hotspot in the country, Pashupatinath can be very exciting and adventurous if you have not been there before :) Evening, post-sundown, is the best possible time to visit Pashupatinath Temple, as you can also attend the evening aarati (prayer chant) which is conducted on a daily basis.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Another durbar square / palace complex from antiquity, Bhaktapur Durbar Square was also the seat of Malla rulers who rules the ancient Kingdom of Bhadgaon (which is now Bhaktapur). Bhaktapur Durbar Square allows you to momentarily travel back in time with the splendidly preserved old monuments and architecture, and cultures and traditions from hundreds of years ago still being practiced today. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is also popular for its Pottery Square, where pot makers still hand-make clay pots with traditional techniques.

Changunarayan

Changunarayan is one of the oldest temples in Nepal, with scriptures and monuments that are extremely well preserved.

Patan Durbar Square

The last of the three Durbar Squares of old in Kathmandu valley, Patan Durbar Square is perhaps the most decorated. Also the seat of Malla kings in the past, Patan is a great example of ancient Nepali architecture, wood carving and stone masonry. There are also a couple of Monasteries (Viharas) in this area for a visit.