Legends of the Kathmandu Valley Tour

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Nepal’s rich heritage is best discovered through its UNESCO World Heritage Sites-no tour is complete without them.   

Therefore, let's go on a 2-day Kathmandu heritage walk and explore all 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. This Kathmandu UNESCO travel package is designed to help you uncover the rich heritage, spiritual depth and architectural marvels of the capital, while immersing yourself in centuries-old traditions, sacred sites and vibrant local culture.

Highlights:

• Chance to explore all 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, in just 2 days
• Pashupatinath: A sacred Hindu temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva that also features ancient shrines, sadhus (holy men), open air cremation rituals along the Bagmati River and evening aarati ceremony with chanting and fire lamps.
• Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest spherical stupas in the world that offers peaceful ambiance, Tibetan Buddhist center (surrounding monasteries), circumambulation opportunity with pilgrims and monks and rooftop cafes with stupa views for perfect landmark photography opportunity.
• Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple): An iconic white stupa on a hilltop that offers panoramic valley views, blend of Hindu and Buddhist symbolism, ancient prayer wheels, statues and temples, residence to monkeys and a peaceful forest trail. 
• Changunarayan Temple: Oldest Hindu temple in Nepal dedicated to Lord Vishnu that offers 5th-century inscriptions and stone sculptures, mesmerizing view of the valley and nearby traditional village for cultural insight.
• Kathmandu Durbar Square: A historic royal palace complex that offers temples, architecture and intricate carving  from Malla era, house of the Living Goddess (Kumari Ghar), museum and the site of traditional festivals like Indra Jatra.
• Patan Durbar Square: A historic palace complex that offers a number of Hindu and Buddhist monuments, a temple entirely built of stone and dedicated to Lord Krishna (Krishna Mandir), a museum with bronze and wood art displays and artisan workshops and traditional Newari courtyards. 
• Bhaktapur Durbar Square:  A very well preserved medieval city square with tallest pagoda-style temple in Nepal, palace featuring 55 wooden window and golden gate and pottery square with traditional craft demonstration
• Chance to witness the Living Goddess “Kumari”, observe local culture, taste local food, photograph unique landmarks, try your hands at pottery and listen to interesting ancient stories and more…

This 2-day Kathmandu UNESCO tour is a guided Kathmandu UNESCO sites tour in which you will spend the first day touring 4 of the 7 sites located in Kathmandu district. Starting with Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), you will go for Kathmandu Durbar Square tour, which will be followed by Boudha Stupa sightseeing tour and Pashupatinath Temple visit. You will spend the second day visiting the remaining three sites. You will start the second day with the Changu Narayan Temple tour, which will be followed by Bhaktapur Durbar Square day tour. You will  perfectly end this short Nepal heritage tour with a Patan Durbar Square trip in the afternoon. This tour starts around 9:00 AM after breakfast at your hotel and ends around 5:00 PM each day. Depending on the area of the site, you will spend half-an-hour to 2 hours exploring each site. About 45 minutes to one hour will be allocated for lunch, which will be in Boudha on the first day and Bhaktapur on the second day. Hotel pick up and drop off service will be provided both days.   

Optional Add-on:

• Local Cuisine: Enhance your cultural journey with an optional local cuisine experience - savor authentic Newari dishes in a traditional setting in Bhaktapur or Patan. 
• Pottery class: Add a creative twist to your heritage tour with a pottery-making session in Bhaktapur - a fun, hands-on way to connect with Nepal’s living traditions and create your own handmade souvenir.
• Authentic Nepali Dinner with Cultural Show: Wind down one of these two days with a delicious Nepali meal in a traditional setting, accompanied by a live cultural show featuring classical and folk dances, traditional instruments, and regional costumes - a perfect way to experience Nepal’s diverse heritage. 

Whether you are looking for a culturally rich experience, ancient architecture, spiritual heritage or traditional craftsmanship, this Kathmandu sightseeing itinerary makes the perfect Kathmandu 2-day itinerary. Moreover, this short heritage tour in Nepal is best for travelers who want to experience the cultural heart of Nepal in a short amount of time. Additionally, it also makes an ideal package for culture and history enthusiasts interested in ancient temples, palaces and sacred sites; first-time visitors wanting a deep introduction to valley’s UNESCO heritage sites; time-conscious travelers looking to cover all 7 heritage sites efficiently; photographers and artists inspired by architecture, rituals and local life; spiritual seeker curious about both hindu and Buddhist traditions and anyone wanting a well-rounded cultural experience with optional hands-on activities and local cuisine. Whether you are a solo traveler, have a group or with a family, Amigo Treks and Expedition will be happy to organize this sightseeing tour  in Kathmandu. 

To give this tour a perfect start, you can also choose to start the day with Everest Experience Mountain Flight- a scenic aerial tour that offers breathtaking, close-up views of Mount Everest and the Himalayan range from the comfort of a small aircraft, without the need to trek. However, if you have only one day to explore Kathmandu, Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour will be the best package option for you.  

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