About this experience
This 4-hour private sightseeing tour of the World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu will give you an opportunity to witness the ancient art, culture and traditions of different time periods in Nepal. On this tour, you will learn about the different dynasties who ruled in Kathmandu. In addition, you will get to go to the Buddhist site Swayambunath (the Monkey Temple).
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
- Minimum age is 13 years
What is included
- Expert tour guide
- Entrance fees
- Transportation by Private Vehicle
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- Gratuities
- Any meals
- Other Activities
- Travel Insurance
Itinerary and highlights
Your expert English-speaking tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 10:30am or 1 pm to take you for your 4-hour sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Swayambhunath.
First, stop is 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 or Basantapur Durbar Square.
After that, head to Swayambhunath. Swayambhunath, also know as the "Monkey Temple", 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.
After that, your Kathmandu sightseeing tour ends and you will be transferred back to your hotel at 1:30 pm or 5 pm .
Meeting and pickup information
- We offer pick up and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu
Languages and tickets
- Japanese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Liberty Holidays
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 13 years
- Please note that there has been significant damage to some of the sites visited on this tour due to the earthquakes in April and May 2015
- We offer pickup and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city. Please provide us the name of Hotel.
- Kindly choose the appropriate time 10:30 am or 1 pm to start the sightseeing
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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