This 5-day Glimpse of Kathmandu tour package is a deluxe Nepal excursion created to sate your desire to travel. Indulge yourself in this amazing city’s rich history, spirituality, and cultural grandeur.
Witness the profound spirituality and immerse yourself in the sacred rituals of Kathmandu Valley. Embark on an unforgettable journey where ancient traditions seamlessly blend with the present, creating an experience that leaves a lasting impression. Experience the wonders of Kathmandu. Walk through the alleys of ancient Durbar Square’s palaces and temples. Unwind in the serene ambiance, surrounded by lush greenery, beautifully landscaped gardens, and elegant pavilions.
Meal/s: No Meal
Arrive in Kathmandu. Meeting and assistance at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Meal/s: Breakfast
After breakfast, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square
Explore the historic town of Kathmandu. The temples and monuments you see here are three or four centuries old. While walking through this area, you will have a feeling of traveling back in time.
Kumari Chowk is one of the best attractions in Kathmandu Durbar Square. Further, this is home to the “living goddesses.” Please note foreigners cannot enter inside.
Continue on to Swoyambhunath Stupa
One of the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal is the Stupa of Swoyambhunath. Many tourists, because of the large tribes of monkeys that guard the hill, also refer to it as the “Monkey Temple”.
Afternoon, tour of Patan Durbar Square. Patan also known as Lalitpur is the second largest city inside the valley. Patan has a long Buddhist influence and the four corners of the city are marked by Stupas said to have been created by a great Buddhist emperor around 250 BC.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Meal/s: Breakfast
Early morning, sunrise view from the hotel premises (weather permitting)
After breakfast, tour of Pashupatinath temple
Pashupatinath is one of the sacred Shiva temples on the Indian subcontinent. It draws devotees from all over India, including many colorful Sadhus (wandering Holy men). It is the largest temple complex in Nepal.
Continue on to Boudhanath Stupa. This is the largest stupa in Nepal and one of the largest in the world. It is a sacred place for Buddhist pilgrims.
Afternoon, a sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Bhaktapur, also known as “Bhadgaon,” is the third largest town in the valley. The stone-embedded street links a string of temples, monasteries, courtyards, and monumental squares.
Later, continue on to Nagarkot hilltop
The hill of Nagarkot is located on the eastern margin of the valley, 35 kilometers from Kathmandu (1,950 m). The view of the mountains from here is fantastic. On a clear day, views stretch from Mt. Dhaulagiri in the west, past Mt. Everest, to Kanchenjunga in the west.
Overnight at the hotel in Nagarkot
Meal/s: Breakfast
Morning awesome view of the Himalayas from the hotel premises.
After breakfast, visit Chandragiri Hills
It is extremely special for visitors to visit this place because it offers something for every generation. The entire slope is covered in trees and other scenic features. If you look closely, the Annapurna Range, Manaslu Himal, and the grandest of them all, Mt. Everest, can all be seen from the top of the hill, along with a breathtaking view of the Kathmandu valley.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu
Meal/s: Breakfast
Free till departure. Transfer to the airport in time to connect to your onward flight.
1. Flights to Nepal
There are direct flights to Nepal from Kuala Lumpur, Delhi, Dubai, Doha, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Mumbai, Bangalore, China, Dhaka, Muscat, and Istanbul. Flights to Nepal are expensive as it does not lie on any major transit route, particularly during the peak tourist season (March through May) and from October to November.
2. Time
Nepal is 5 hours, 45 minutes ahead of GMT, and 15 minutes ahead of Indian Standard Time.
3. Visa
Nepal extends trouble-free visa issuance to all its citizens. Except for Indian tourists, all nationals will require a valid passport. The tourist visas can easily be obtained at the airport or any entry point upon arrival. They have to fill out the application form and submit it with a photograph.
15 days: $30; 30 days: $50; and 90 days: $125.
The fees must be paid in cash (credit cards are not acceptable).
4. Money, currency regulations, and credit cards
Nepalese currency notes are available in denominations of 20, 50, 10, 500, and 1,000 rupees.
Indian notes worth $200, $500, $1,000, and $2,000 are banned in Nepal. All hotels, restaurants, and shopping centers will accept USD currency. However, please note that the USD currency should be new and should not have been tampered with in any way. Visa, Master Card, and American Express are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shopping centers.
5. Holidays
Saturday is the weekly holiday. Most of the shops remain closed on Saturdays. Sunday is a normal working day in Nepal. Embassies remain closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and on public holidays.
6. Shopping
Shopping can also be very gratifying and exciting in Nepal (especially in Kathmandu and Pokhara). There are a number of tourist shops with tempting clothes, typical Nepalese crafts, beautiful pottery, and even gems and jewelry. Singing bowls are likewise a famous souvenir.
7. Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory; however, the guides and drivers who are involved in your tours do expect some tips. If you are very satisfied by the service provided by your guide and driver, you may tip them. The tipping information will be provided prior to the start of your trip.
8. Health Guide: Immunization and Vaccination
We recommend that the clients get themselves immunized against certain illnesses that are not prevalent in their home country, such as cholera, typhoid, malaria, meningitis, hepatitis, etc. Your physician would be best-suited to advise you on the best suggestions for these inoculations. Make sure the water you consume is boiled and filtered.
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