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Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Sites — 1 Day
1 day1,400 mFrom KathmanduBest: Year-round
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Duration
1 day
From
$85/person
Max Altitude
1,400 m
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
1–8 People
Stay
Hotel (Kathmandu)
Meals
Lunch
Best Season
Year-round
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Trip Highlights
Pashupatinath Temple — holiest Hindu temple in Nepal
Boudhanath Stupa — largest stupa in Asia (UNESCO)
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) — ancient Buddhist shrine
Kathmandu Durbar Square — medieval royal palace
Patan Durbar Square — finest Newari architecture
Full day with expert local guide
Seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one extraordinary day — join our expert guide through Kathmandu's living temples, medieval courtyards and sacred stupas that have stood at the crossroads of Himalayan civilization for 2,000 years.
Day-by-Day Itinerary(1 days)
Full-day guided tour of Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pashupatinath temple on the Bagmati river, Boudhanath stupa (one of the largest in the world), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan Durbar Square with its Newari architecture. Includes private vehicle, licensed guide and entry fees.
1,400 mWalking tour–––
The Kathmandu Day Tour covers the essential UNESCO heritage circuit of the Kathmandu Valley in a single packed day — Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath (the Monkey Temple), and Patan Durbar Square — with a licensed English-speaking guide, private vehicle, and all entry fees included. The guide's depth of knowledge of Newari religious culture, Hindu iconography, and Tibetan Buddhist history transforms these extraordinary monuments from sights into genuine encounters.
Pashupatinath at the Bagmati river is the most important Hindu temple in Nepal — active cremation ghats, sadhus in meditation, and the constant river of pilgrims make it one of Asia's most intense religious sites. Boudhanath, 5 km away, is the world's largest stupa outside Tibet and the spiritual centre of Nepal's Tibetan community. Swayambhunath adds the valley panorama. Patan's Durbar Square closes the day with the finest collection of Newari metalwork and pagoda architecture in Kathmandu.
Best time: Year-round. Duration: Full day (~8 hours). All entry fees and private vehicle included.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide (full day)
- Private vehicle throughout
- Pashupatinath Temple area guide
- Boudhanath Stupa entry fee
- Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) entry fee
- Patan Durbar Square entry fee
- Lunch at a heritage-quarter restaurant
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Dinner
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Tips for guide and driver
- Beverages and snacks not listed
- Alcoholic drinks
Pickup
Pokhara or Kathmandu: where should we pick you up?
This trip begins in Kathmandu. If you are already in Pokhara, we can bring you across (Pokhara and Kathmandu are about 200 km apart: 25 minutes by plane or 6 to 8 hours by tourist bus).
Pickup in Kathmandu
Trip starts hereLanding in Kathmandu? We meet you at the airport or your hotel and get you to the start.
- Kathmandu international airport (on arrival)We quote
- Kathmandu domestic airportWe quote
- Kathmandu hotel pickupWe quote
- Kathmandu tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Pickup in Pokhara
Staying in Pokhara? We can bring you to Kathmandu for the start.
- Pokhara hotel pickupIncludes getting you to Kathmandu by tourist bus or flight. We confirm the price with you.We quote
- Pokhara airport pickupWe quote
- Pokhara tourist bus park pickupWe quote
Hotel in the city
- No hotel, I will book my own$0
- Kathmandu: tourist standard guest houseWe quote
- Kathmandu: 3-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 4-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
- Kathmandu: 5-star hotel (bed & breakfast)We quote
Prices are per person and added to the trip price when you book. “We quote” means the price depends on your flight time and hotel, so our team confirms it with you before the trip. It is never added to your payment without asking.
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best conditions — clear skies over the valley, comfortable walking temperatures, post-monsoon freshness
Low: 12–16°C High: 22–28°C
Spring (Mar–May)
Warm and clear — festivals often held in this season, great for cultural photography
Low: 14–18°C High: 25–32°C
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool and clear, low tourist numbers at the sites — pleasant walking conditions
Low: 5–10°C High: 15–22°C
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Temples and museums still accessible — outdoor walking can be hot and humid
Low: 18–22°C High: 26–32°C
Permits Required
Kathmandu Heritage Monument Zone Ticket
USD 15 (covers Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square)Included in tour price. Ticket valid 2 days across all sites.
All permits are arranged and included in your package price. Nothing to organise yourself.
What to Pack
Smart-casual clothes (cover shoulders and knees for temple entry)
Comfortable walking shoes
Light rain jacket
Sun hat or scarf
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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