About this experience
Get the Buddhist experience in Kathmandu from two of the most revered sites of Buddhism both of which are ingrained deeply in Buddhism and are both part of UNESCO world heritage sites. Explore the city and get to see people from all walks of life and how their lifes are shaped by this great religion.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Licensed English speaking guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Entrance fees
- All food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Our guide will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and we will hike for a short while to Swayambhunath Stupa. It is an ancient religious complex atop a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of Kathmandu city. It is one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Nepal, second only to the great Boudhanath stupa to the east of Kathmandu, and a major tourist attraction. The Swayambhunath Stupa is a golden spire crowning a conical wooded hill. It is the most ancient and enigmatic of all the holy shrines in Kathmandu Valley. It has a lofty white dome and a glittering golden spire that are visible from all sides of the valley.
We will then drive to Boudhanath temple or stupa. This stupa, eight kilometers east of Kathmandu City is one of the biggest in the world of its kind. It stands with four pairs of eyes in the four cardinal direction keeping watch for righteous behavior and human prosperity. This Buddhist stupa was built by King Man Dev at the advice of Goddess Mani Jogini. It is built on an octagonal base inset with prayer wheels. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priests. Then we will drive back to your hotel or residence
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Peak to Peak Tours and Treks Pvt Ltd
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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