Nepal Royal Heritage

Kathmandu • Nagarkot • Bhaktapur • Patan

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Duration

4 Nights / 5 Days

Starting From

SAR 1,250 PP

Min Age

All ages

Pickup

Tribhuvan International Airport

Overview

As referenced in the 03 Nights – Kathmandu Program.docx file, this spectacular journey takes you through the timeless spiritual beauty of the Kathmandu Valley and the breathtaking heights of Nagarkot. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, revered Hindu temples, and legendary Buddhist stupas while enjoying panoramic Himalayan views.

Highlights

Flexible Accommodations: Relax with 3 nights in Kathmandu and 1 night in Nagarkot at your choice of 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star properties.
Himalayan Panoramas: Experience breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayan Mountain range, including Mt. Everest and Annapurna, from Nagarkot at an elevation of approximately 2,195 meters.
Sacred Hindu Pilgrimages: Feel the spiritual aura at Pashupatinath Temple on the banks of the holy Bagmati River.
Spiritual Buddhist Monuments: Discover the massive Boudhanath Stupa (“Little Tibet”) and the hill-top Swayambhunath Temple (“Monkey Temple”).
Royal Medieval Palaces: Explore stunning wood carvings, pagoda temples, and historic artifacts at Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan Durbar Squares.
Effortless Travel: Enjoy daily breakfast, private air-conditioned vehicles for all transfers and sightseeing, an English-speaking tour guide, and all required monument entrance fees.

Tour Plan

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon landing at Tribhuvan International Airport and clearing immigration, meet our representative holding personalized welcome signage with your name. Transfer to your hotel via a private air-conditioned vehicle through the lively streets of Kathmandu and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 2 Kathmandu & Patan Durbar Squares

After breakfast, begin your guided sightseeing tour at the historic Kathmandu Durbar Square, exploring Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Taleju Mandir, Kasthamandap, and the residence of the living goddess Kumari. Next, visit Swayambhunath Temple (the Monkey Temple), perched atop a hill with sweeping views. Conclude the day at Patan Durbar Square, renowned for its artistic Newari woodwork, the Golden Temple, Krishna Mandir, and the legendary Pimbahal Pond. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 3 Bhaktapur Heritage & Drive to Nagarkot

Following breakfast, take a scenic drive (approx. 26 km / 1.5-2 hrs) to Nagarkot. En route, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a living museum of medieval art featuring the 55 Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, Pottery Square, and Dattatraya Square. Continue to Nagarkot (2,195m elevation), check into your hotel, and enjoy magnificent sunset views over the Himalayas. Overnight stay in Nagarkot.

Day 4 Nagarkot Sunrise, Pashupatinath & Boudhanath

Wake up early for a spectacular sunrise over the mountain ranges. After breakfast, begin the drive back to Kathmandu. En route, visit Pashupatinath Temple, a deeply spiritual Hindu site where riverside cremations take place. Then, explore the massive Boudhanath Stupa, surrounded by prayer wheels and Tibetan handicraft shops. Return to your hotel in Kathmandu and enjoy a free evening. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 5 Final Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast before our representative escorts you via private transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward flight.

Included/Excluded

Private air-conditioned vehicle for arrival, departure, and all land transfers/sightseeing.
03 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis (BB Basis).
01 Night accommodation in Nagarkot on a twin-sharing basis (BB Basis).
Professional English-speaking local tour guide during Kathmandu sightseeing tours.
Necessary monument entrance fees as per the itinerary.
All applicable government charges.