7-Day Kathmandu and Lumbini Sightseeing Tour with UNESCO Heritage Sites

7 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Sign up for this 7-day tour through the gorgeous cities of Kathmandu and Lumbini and visit prominent UNESCO sites including Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath,...

Duration: 7 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Kapilwastu, Kathmandu, Siddharthanagar, Lumbini, Bhaktapur, Patan, Nagarkot · Languages: English, Nepali

Know before you go: Gautama Buddha was born in Lumbini in 563 B.C., in the Rupandehi district of central Terai, Nepal.; The Durbar Square is the social, religious, and urban focal point of the city.; An intriguing piece here is the 17th-century stone inscription set into the palace wall, with writings in 15 languages.

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What's Included

All airport transfers in Kathmandu and Lumbini in a private vehicle
3-star hotel accommodation on a B&B basis in Kathmandu, as per the itinerary
Hotel accommodation in Nagarkot as per the itinerary, with dinner and breakfast included
Accommodation in Lumbini on a B&B basis at a standard hotel, as per the itinerary
Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu and Lumbini, including all transportation and entrance fees
Return airfare between Kathmandu and Bhairahawa, including your guide's fare
Nepal tour guide

Not Included

Nepal entry visa
Main meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu and Lumbini
Beverages and mineral water
Tips to the guide and driver (tipping is not mandatory, but it is customary in Nepal)

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

After your meet and greet, check in at your hotel and relax. After your meet and greet, check in at your hotel and relax.
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Day 02

Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Sightseeing

We will first see Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the oldest religious sites in Nepal and revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. We will first see Swayambhunath Stupa, one of the oldest religious sites in Nepal and revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. Then we will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, a complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples built between the 12th and 18th centuries that used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. Then we will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, a complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples built between the 12th and 18th centuries that used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. Afterwards, we will check out Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most significant Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world. Afterwards, we will check out Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most significant Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world. At last, we will visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest in the world and the most significant Buddhist heritage monument in Kathmandu. There are about 50 Tibetan Gompas (monasteries) around Boudhanath. At last, we will visit Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest in the world and the most significant Buddhist heritage monument in Kathmandu. There are about 50 Tibetan Gompas (monasteries) around Boudhanath.
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Day 03

Patan, Bhaktapur, and Nagarkot

Today, we will see Patan Durbar Square, situated at the center of the city in Lalitpur, which is a marvel of Newari architecture. Today, we will see Patan Durbar Square, situated at the center of the city in Lalitpur, which is a marvel of Newari architecture. Following that, we will visit the famous Bhaktapur Durbar Square, located 13 km east of Kathmandu Valley. It is the oldest Durbar Square among the three Durbar Squares and is known as the museum of ancient arts and architecture, or Bhadgaun. Following that, we will visit the famous Bhaktapur Durbar Square, located 13 km east of Kathmandu Valley. It is the oldest Durbar Square among the three Durbar Squares and is known as the museum of ancient arts and architecture, or Bhadgaun. Then we will drive to Nagarkot (2,175 m) for sunset views and an overnight stay. Then we will drive to Nagarkot (2,175 m) for sunset views and an overnight stay.
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Day 04

Sunrise in Nagarkot and Transfer to Lumbini

Wake up early in the morning to view the sunrise across the Himalayas. Wake up early in the morning to view the sunrise across the Himalayas. Transfer to the airport to leave for Bhairahawa. Transfer to the airport to leave for Bhairahawa. Drive to Lumbini and transfer to your hotel. Drive to Lumbini and transfer to your hotel. Walk to the Theravada monastic zone to see monasteries, the Lumbini Museum, and other holy places. Walk to the Theravada monastic zone to see monasteries, the Lumbini Museum, and other holy places.
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Day 05

Sacred Excursion Around Lumbini

Visit Gotihawa and Tilaurakot via Kudan, then return to Lumbini. Visit Gotihawa and Tilaurakot via Kudan, then return to Lumbini.
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Day 06

Devadaha, Ramagrama, and Flight to Kathmandu

Drive from Lumbini to Devadaha and Ramagrama. Drive from Lumbini to Devadaha and Ramagrama. Transfer to the airport to fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to the airport to fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. Transfer to your hotel.
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Day 07

Departure from Kathmandu

You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home, marking the end of your tour. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home, marking the end of your tour.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), Ring Rd, Kathmandu, Nepal · Tour start: Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.