Kathmandu Heritage sightseeing tour
Kathmandu, the political, cultural, and commercial heart of Nepal, is famed for its natural beauty, artistic heritage, and sacred monuments. This tour explores the valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites and spiritual landmarks over two days.
Kathmandu, the political, cultural, and commercial heart of Nepal, is famed for its natural beauty, artistic heritage, and sacred monuments. Once a separate kingdom, the valley comprises Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, each filled with graceful temples, palaces, and brick-paved courtyards. Surrounded by green hills and snow-capped peaks, the valley is a sacred pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
Key attractions include Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), a 2,000-year-old Buddhist monument offering panoramic views of the city. Pashupatinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the holiest Hindu shrines, located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Bouddhanath Stupa, among the world’s largest Buddhist stupas, and Budhanilkantha Temple, featuring a 5-meter-long reclining Vishnu statue, are major spiritual sites.
Other highlights include Balaju Water Garden, Kirtipur, Chobhar Gorge, and Dakshinkali Temple, known for its Kali worship and annual pilgrimages.
Asian Hiking Team offers daily group
Trip Facts
Location
Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur)
Best Season
Whole year
Accommodation
Hotel in Kathmandu (excluded from cost)
Transportation
Sightseeing by Car/Jeep/Bus as depends on group size; daily group tours by tourist bus; private Car/Van/Jeep available for individual tours.
Group Size
Maximum 50 for environmental reasons; daily group tours available; private tours for individuals/small groups.
Fact
Kathmandu is Nepal's political, cultural, and commercial heart, famed for its natural beauty, artistic heritage, and sacred monuments, including UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old historical palace area.
A 2,000-year-old Buddhist monument offering panoramic views of the city.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the holiest Hindu shrines, located on the banks of the Bagmati River.
Among the world’s largest Buddhist stupas.
Features a 5-meter-long reclining Vishnu statue, a major spiritual site.
A tranquil site for a quiet escape into nature.
An ancient city rich in culture, perfect for a quiet escape into nature and local myths.
A peaceful retreat into nature and local myths.
Known for its Kali worship and annual pilgrimages.
A site visited on the second day of the tour.
- Sightseeing by Car/Jeep/Bus as depends on group size.
- Temple entrance fees.
- Monastery entrance fees.
- Entrance fees: Durbar Square, Museum etc
- A First Aid and Eco trained & Government licensed holder professional equipped English-speaking Tour guide.
- Tour Map /Itinerary: Asian Hiking Team provides free a copy of tour map /Tour Itinerary to our client.
- T-short: Asian Hiking Team provide the company T-short for a souvenir.
- Certificate: Asian Hiking Team provide tour success certificate for your memory and awardees.
- Kathmandu hotel and meals.
- Personal tour gears & clothing please check in check list for equipment list
- The tips for tour guide: It's a way to show appreciation for good service and is often left as a small present or in addition. Tips are a common practice in many cultures and are often expected for services. It is not fix amount, so you can own decide. If you want to donation to school or Charities.
- If you are looking your own language tour guide, yes it is possible, but you need to pay extra so add on option cost.
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Tailored add-ons in Nepal trips refer to customizable essentials that enhance and personalize your travel experience, allowing you to align your journey with specific interests, preferences, and schedules. These add-ons can be combined into various types of trips, including trekking, expedition, climbing, cultural tours, wildlife safaris, and adventure activities.
The cost is depend on group size:
1 pax Single US$ 199 2-3 pax US$ 110 per person 3- 7 pax US$ 75 per person 7-10 pax or more US$ 65
Additional language: If you want your own language please add ons US$ 25 per day.
Helicopter/mountain flight: if you have short time frame, we recommended you that one hour Mountain flight or helicopter flight to visit Everest base camp or Annapurna base camp or Langtang (Kyanjin Gomaba) or Gosaikunda, Muktinath. The cost depends on number of members, destination etc.
Adventure Activities: Incorporate thrilling experiences such as paragliding in Pokhara, bungee jumping over the Bhote Koshi...
Kathmandu city tours typically use private vehicles such as cars, vans, or jeeps depending on group size, ensuring comfort and flexibility. For solo travelers or couples, air-conditioned cars are common, while larger groups use spacious tourist vans or minibuses.
The driver and licensed city guide accompany you throughout, allowing easy access to major heritage sites like Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Roads can be narrow and busy, especially in old town areas, but experienced drivers navigate efficiently. Some short walking is involved around temples and markets. Transportation is included in most guided day tour packages, with hotel pick-up and drop-off.
This tour is by private transport and private guide so that we pick up from your hotel all the tour and drop to hotel.
Tour entry fees in major city
Here are the latest entrance fees (as of 2025) for major heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Prices are typically in Nepalese Rupees (NPR) and often differ for foreigners, SAARC nationals, and Nepali citizens:
Kathmandu Durbar Square Foreigners: NPR 1,000
SAARC Nationals: NPR 150
Patan Durbar Square
Foreigners: NPR 1,000 SAARC Nationals: NPR 250
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Foreigners: NPR 1,800 Chinese Tourists: NPR 500 SAARC Nationals: NPR 500
Boudhanath Stupa
Foreigners: NPR 400 SAARC Nationals: NPR 100
Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
Foreigners: NPR 200 SAARC Nationals: NPR 50
Pashupatinath Temple
Foreigners NPR 1,000 Free for Indian nationals and Nepali citizens.
Asian Hiking Team’s tour Guides are professionals with recognized records of honesty and personal integrity, committed to environmentally responsible trekking practices that minimize ecological impact. Asian Hiking team tour guide has licensed by the Government of Nepal through the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) and Nepal Mountain Academic. They have several years of experience in the field, especially in cultural, religion, heritage, and adventure tours. Skilled in storytelling, sharing legends, myths, and spiritual meanings behind temples, mountains, and rituals. Experts in UNESCO sites (e.g., Kathmandu, Bhaktapur), fluent in history, architecture, and local customs. All certified guides speak fluent English and additional languages as your request. Friendly, professional, and well-mannered. Our guide is friendly, professional, and well-mannered. Trained in customer service, problem-solving, and group handling. Skilled in storytelling, sharing legends, myths, and spiritual meanings behind temples, mountains, and rituals.
We provide to all tour guide:
- Insurance: Mandatory coverage...
We are committed to responsible tourism. Our policies include:
- Environmental: Minimizing waste, using gas for cooking, and leaving no trace.
- Cultural: Respecting local customs, asking permission for photos, and supporting local economies.
- Community: Donating a portion of profits to community projects and ensuring fair treatment and wages for all staff and porters.
For More details, please check the Responsible tourism page.
Daypack : small Day pack for your importain day use
Comfortable walking shoes :
Light jacket or warm jacket (if travelling in winter) : Light jacket or warm jacket (if travelling in winter)
Sun hat or cap :
Sunglasses with UV protection : Sunglasses with UV protection
Sunscreen and lip balm : Sunscreen and lip balm
Travel umbrella or raincoat : (if travel in monsoon)
Travel documents : passeport, permit, insurance, visa/master car etc.
Camera or phone with charger :
Small notebook and pen :
Hand sanitizer and face mask (option) : Hand sanitizer and face mask (option)
