The Kathmandu Valley Tailor-Made Nepal Tour

The Kathmandu Valley

4 days from £825 per person

Tiered wooden roofs Nepalese temples in an ancient public square, Bhaktapur

With a shared border and common heritage, a short visit to the Nepalese capital Kathmandu can easily be incorporated into any tour of northern India. One of the great cities of the subcontinent, Kathmandu is the gateway to the valley of the same name which is home to the historic capitals of Bhaktapur and Patan and the UNESCO protected temple of Changu Narayan. With the remainder of time spent within Kathmandu, highlights include 2,500 year old Swayambhunath Stupa, the Lamaist shrine of Bodhnath, old Kathmandu's Durbar Square and the Shiva shrine of Pashupatinath.

Route: Delhi – Kathmandu – Delhi

Itinerary Highlights

Located to the east of Kathmandu, the ancient Hindu temple of Changu Narayan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is known for its detailed carvings and sculptures.

The sacred Shiva shrine of Pashupatinath lines the banks of the Bagmati River. Pashupatinath is a major pilgrimage centre and the site of the Royal Cremation Ghats.

Bhaktapur was once the capital of the Kathmandu Valley and this charming Newari town is a fascinating place to explore. Highlights include Durbar Square and the Nayatpola Temple.

Itinerary: The Kathmandu Valley

Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu

Arrive Kathmandu. This afternoon take a walking tour of the old city and explore the temples and palaces of Durbar Square – an astonishing area of regal and religious architecture which is the cultural heart of Kathmandu. End the day at the 2500 year old Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the oldest and most important sites of worship in the city, and where the all-seeing eyes of Buddha stare down on the valley below. (N)
Accommodation in Kathmandu: Dwarikas Hotel (or similar)

Day 2 Kathmandu - visit Changu Narayan and Bhaktapur

After breakfast leave Kathmandu and visit the historic UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan temple. Standing upon a hilltop at the eastern end of the Kathmandu valley, the temple is over 1,500 years old and one of the finest examples of Nepalese pagoda architecture. On return to Kathmandu stop at charming Bhaktapur which was the former capital of the valley between the 14th and 16th centuries. Places of interest here include Durbar Square and the Nayatpola Temple, the tallest pagoda-temple in Nepal, built by Newari artists and craftsmen. Spend the evening at leisure in Kathmandu. (B)
Accommodation in Kathmandu: Dwarikas Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 Kathmandu – visit Pashupatinath, Bodhnath and Patan

This morning visit the Pashupatinath temple complex, Nepal’s most important Hindu pilgrimage site and location of the Royal Cremation Ghats. Continue to the nearby stupa of Bodhnath before driving to the ancient city of Patan, capital of the Malla Kings. Patan is the artistic and architectural centre of the valley and the central square is home to many temples and monasteries. (B)
Accommodation in Kathmandu: Dwarikas Hotel (or similar)

Day 4 Depart Kathmandu

Today transfer back to Kathmandu Airport for your onward flight. (B)

**KEY: N = No meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

What's included

Private car and driver
Sightseeing with local English speaking guides
Hotel accommodation and taxes

What's not included

Any International flights
Any Domestic flights
Cost of visas
Travel Insurance
Expenses of a personal nature

Guide to Price

The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.