Kathmandu Guided Tours Full Day
ID: GYG502632-887796
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Country: Nepal
Country: Nepal
Duration: 06:30 hours
Description
Kathmandu sightseeing tour includes must visits to iconic sites like Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.
Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu is popular tours of Kathmandu, Nepal, and typically includes visits to some of its most iconic and culturally significant sites. The places you mentioned, Swayambhunath (also known as the Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath, are among the most popular and important religious and cultural landmarks in Kathmandu.
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple):
Swayambhunath is a unesco World Heritage Site that sits atop a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. It is one of the oldest and most important religious sites in Nepal. The stupa complex is known for its iconic white dome with a gilded spire, and the eyes of Buddha painted on all four sides. The stupa is surrounded by various shrines, statues, prayer wheels, and other religious symbols. Swayambhunath is not only a religious site but also offers stunning panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills.
Pashupatinath:
Pashupatinath is one of the holiest Hindu temples in Nepal and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple complex is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus from Nepal and beyond. Observe the temple's architecture and rituals from outside. The site also includes many smaller temples, ghats (cremation platforms), and Sadhus (Hindu holy men) who reside in the area.
Boudhanath:
Boudhanath is one of the largest stupas in Nepal and a Unesco World Heritage Site. It is a major center of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist sites outside of Tibet. The stupa is massive and is surrounded by a circular market of Tibetan handicrafts, prayer flags, and Buddhist artifacts. Visitors often walk around the stupa in a clockwise direction while spinning prayer wheels and reciting mantras.
Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu is popular tours of Kathmandu, Nepal, and typically includes visits to some of its most iconic and culturally significant sites. The places you mentioned, Swayambhunath (also known as the Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath, are among the most popular and important religious and cultural landmarks in Kathmandu.
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple):
Swayambhunath is a unesco World Heritage Site that sits atop a hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. It is one of the oldest and most important religious sites in Nepal. The stupa complex is known for its iconic white dome with a gilded spire, and the eyes of Buddha painted on all four sides. The stupa is surrounded by various shrines, statues, prayer wheels, and other religious symbols. Swayambhunath is not only a religious site but also offers stunning panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills.
Pashupatinath:
Pashupatinath is one of the holiest Hindu temples in Nepal and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple complex is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus from Nepal and beyond. Observe the temple's architecture and rituals from outside. The site also includes many smaller temples, ghats (cremation platforms), and Sadhus (Hindu holy men) who reside in the area.
Boudhanath:
Boudhanath is one of the largest stupas in Nepal and a Unesco World Heritage Site. It is a major center of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist sites outside of Tibet. The stupa is massive and is surrounded by a circular market of Tibetan handicrafts, prayer flags, and Buddhist artifacts. Visitors often walk around the stupa in a clockwise direction while spinning prayer wheels and reciting mantras.
Highlights
- Breathtaking panoramic views of the city from this hilltop UNESCO World Heritage
- Immerse yourself in the holiness of Hindu traditions, Witness intricate rituals
- Engage with Tibetan Buddhism at one of Nepal's largest ancient stupas
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.