Nepal Cultural Tour – 6 Days

Trip Facts

Trip Points Kathmandu – Patan – Kirtipur – Bhaktapur – Namo Buddha – Panauti – Kathmandu
Duration 6 Days
Group size Min. 1 – Max. 15
Best Time for Visit Four Seasons
Activity Tour
Trip Guide & Porter Experienced | Licensed | English Speaking
Facilities Meal | Breakfast | Accommodation
Meals Breakfast, Lunch Dinner
Accommodation Luxury Hotel/Guest house
DIFFICULTY Easy
LOCATION Nepal
Departure From Kathmandu, Nepal

Trip Highlights

  • City Tour in the Capital city of Nepal – the land of Mount Everest, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, and bio-geographical diversity
  • Discover Five UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Cultural, Historical, and Religious)
  • ancient art, craftsmen, and architecture in Kathmandu
  • Observe Kathmandu's hustle and bustle life, hospitality, and treasures.
  • Visit sacred monasteries – Namo Buddha Monastery with religious and mythical importance
  • Meet Buddhist devotees, monks, and nuns
  • Witness sparkling views of the mountains – Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Manaslu, and Mt. Everest (Eastern region)
  • Trek to Panauti – one of the oldest and historical villages from Kathmandu valley
  • Enjoy typical Newari culture and tradition, custom, tradition, and wooden crafts
  • Collect information about typical Nepalese rural lifestyle and farming methods.

Overview

Nepal Cultural Tour offers your life-changing experience of some of the top sites with their cultural, religious, and historical importance. Your tour starts visiting some of the UNESCO World Heritage– Bouddhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and Patan Durbar Square. Also, you enjoy typical Newari culture, tradition, and lifestyle – in Kathmandu valley.

Kathmandu houses hundreds of other wonderful monuments, sculptures, artistic temples, and magnificent art – reminders of the golden era in Nepal’s architecture. So, it is nicknamed the ‘City of Temples’.

Further, we move to Patan Durbar Square (the next UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Lalitpur district, where you can see the finest craftsmanship, ancient and medieval arts, and architecture. Next, we drive you to Khokana and explore a typical Newari village. After Khokana, we go to Bhaktapur – the city of devotees. We walk along the brick-paved paths, narrow streets with red brick houses and artistic wood carvings. You can see skills of pottery and woodcarvings displayed on the squares and windows of the local houses, temples, and durbar.

Then, we move to Namo Buddha for the night’s stay. We visit Namo Buddha Monastery with religious and mythical importance. You can meet Buddhists devotees, monks, and nuns. In addition, you witness the sparkling views of the mountains – Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Manaslu, and Mt. Everest (Eastern Region).

From Namo Buddha, you trek to Panauti – one of the Kathmandu valley’s oldest and most historic villages. Observe typical Newari culture and tradition, custom, tradition, and wooden craft.

Nomadways Adventure Team promises you to provide high-quality services at an affordable price. We heartily welcome you to our company. We offer you genuine hospitality and accommodation and take care of your health and safety.

Remember!

You are with Nomadways Adventure Team – a genuine travel and trekking company with professional and experienced city guides, trekking guides, and strong high-altitude dwelling porters.

Itinenary

You will meet our representative when you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport. He/she will greet you, drive to our luxury Nepali authentic restaurant, and assist you in checking in at Thamel. So, please keep your eyes on someone holding a placard with your name or our company’s name – Nomadways Adventure.

In the evening, we arrange a short introduction meeting. After that, you will meet your guide, and our trekking expert will provide you with all the detailed information about the trek.

We offer you a welcome dinner, and you simply take a rest at the restaurant. Then, overnight, you stay at our restaurant and restore your energy to accomplish your upcoming beautiful trip.

 Meal : Breakfast
  Accommodation : At a Luxury Hotel/Guest house

Today, you are going to enjoy the Kathmandu Valley Tour – the city full of World Heritage Sites, Nepali culture, and many more to explore.

Early morning, we offer you a warm breakfast, and your sightseeing starts with our city guide. At first, you visit Pashupatinath Temple – the holiest Hindu Temple on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, then move to Boudhanath Stupa – the biggest Buddhist Stupa architecture in the world. After that, we will drive you to Patan Durbar Square. In addition, we take you to Swayambhunath Stupa – the 2000 years old legendary stupa on the hilltop also nick-named as monkey temple. Finally, we come to Kathmandu Durbar Square, observe Kumari Temple (living goddess temple), Nautale Durbar, the Kaal Bhairav, the Swet Bhairav, the freak streets, and more.

Your exciting city tour finishes in the evening. You take a delicious dinner and take a rest collecting energy for the upcoming tour.

 

  Activity Duration : Full-Day City Excursion
 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Accommodation : At a Luxury Hotel/Guest house

On this day, early in the morning, we drive you to Patan Durbar Square (the next UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Lalitpur district – just 5km in the distance. Patan is the home for the finest craftsmanship, ancient and medieval arts, and architecture. You pass through narrow streets, brick houses, and multiple small Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries, and monuments. You enjoy ancient arts, sculptures, and craftsmanship. Also, you get a chance to observe local Newari people, their lifestyle, culture, and tradition.

In the Patan Durbar Square Area, explore Mahabouddha, Rudra Varna Mahavihar, HiranyaMahavihar, Kumbheswar, Jagat Narayan, Ashok Stupa and Tibetan Camp. Also, you can observe is a showcase of exquisite woodcarvings and stone and metal sculptures.We take lunch at Patan.

From Patan, we move to Kirtipur – the ancient Newari Township and a cultural, religious, and historical place. You walk on the stone-paved paths, pass through narrow streets and observe typical red brick houses with tiled roofs. You also visit Chilamchu Stupa, Bagh Bhairav temple, and Buddhist monasteries. Tribhuvan University – the first university in Nepal is located at the foothills of Kirtipur.

We will drive you back to your hotel at Thamel in the evening.

 

  Activity Duration : Full Day
 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Accommodation : At a Luxury Hotel/Guest house

Today, we drive from Bungmati to Khokana – a typical Newari village. When you reach the village, you can meet Newari ethnic people; observe their culture, lifestyle, and tradition. Also, you can witness woodcarving and crafts. Enjoy the smell of pure and chemical-free mustard oil.

From Khokana village, we drive you to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. When we reach Bhaktapur, first of all, we take lunch there and rest for some time.Then, we explore Bhaktapur – the city of devotees. We walk along the brick-paved paths, narrow streets with red brick houses and artistic wood carvings. You can see skills of pottery and woodcarvings displayed on the squares and windows of the local houses, temples, and durbar.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is the main attraction of this area– a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You witness the 15th century Palace of 55 Carved Windows (PachpannaJhyale Durbar) and the palace entrance, the Golden Gate. In addition, there are many temples, architectural showcases, and carvings.

In the evening, we drive you to Namo Buddha from Bhaktapur.

 

  Activity Duration : Full Day
 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Accommodation : At a Luxury Hotel/Guest house

On this day, we explore Nomo Buddha Area – a famous Buddhist pilgrimage in the Kavre district. You can reach by bus in an hour through Dhulikhel or Panauti.

You enter into sacred monasteries – Namo Buddha Monastery with religious and mythical importance during your visit. You can meet Buddhists devotees, monks, and nuns. In addition, you witness the sparkling views of the mountains – Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Manaslu, and Mt. Everest (Eastern region).

From Namo Buddha, you trek to Panauti – one of the Kathmandu valley’s oldest and most historic villages. Observe typical Newari culture and tradition, custom, tradition, and wooden craft. Even you see traditional farming, walk on the rural trails and explore the myths, history, and culture associated with Namo Buddha and Panauti village.

Finally, we will drive you back to Kathmandu.

  Activity Duration : Full Day
 Meal : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Accommodation : At a Luxury Hotel/Guest house

On this final day, offering you a light breakfast, we transfer to the Tribhuvan International airport via our private transportation. We bid you a happy ‘Goodbye’ and wish you a safe flight.

 Meal : Breakfast

Cost Includes

  • All airport/hotel transfers
  • Kathmandu/Bhaktapur City tour by private transport
  • Private transport Dhulikhel/Panauti
  • 2-star Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast for 5 nights
  • Monastery stay in Namo Buddha
  • Hiking guide to Namo Buddha/Panauti

Cost Excludes

  • City entrance fees in Kathmandu/Bhaktapur
  • Lunch/Dinner during the trip
  • Tipping

FAQ's

Nepal is known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse traditions, and centuries-old monuments. The country boasts numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur, and Lumbini (the birthplace of Lord Buddha). Its blend of Hindu and Buddhist influences, festivals, and warm hospitality make it a must-visit destination for culture enthusiasts.

Yes! Many cultural tours are suitable for families and offer activities like temple visits, traditional art workshops, and village experiences that can be enjoyable for all ages.

Yes, cultural tours often include food experiences! Nepali cuisine features dishes like dal bhat (lentil soup with rice), momos (dumplings), and gundruk (fermented leafy greens). Many tours also include opportunities to enjoy local tea and try traditional meals with a local family.

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