Kathmandu Culture & Nature

Enjoy this simple 5days tour holiday into a deeper, more memorable experience as you share stories and laughter with a local Nepalese family at the start and end of a trip that also offers stunning Himalayan landscape and explorations of wonderful towns. 

Kathmandu architecture is inspired by the two principal religions practiced in Nepal - Hinduism and Buddhism. You will be amazed throughout the Kathmandu Valley by the monuments, palaces and temples typical of these sacred styles. Moving on to Nagarkot and Dhulikhel, you will have one of the Nepal's finest mountain views, taking in a clutch of the Himalaya's highest peaks including Manaslu, Gaurishanker and Everest, the world's highest mountain (weather permitting). En-route visit to the city of Bhaktapur, meanwhile, showcases the traditional craft of wood-carving, as well as offering myriad historic sites such as the Lion gate, local art gallery, the Palace of 55 windows, Batsala Temple and the intriguing bell of the barking dogs. The town's durbar square is also quite different to other in Nepal.

With a finest natural backdrops and rich slice of local history and culture, come explore the ancient trails and villages of Kathmandu valley and its rim! This trip can also be an extension to your trip to nearby countries such as Tibet, Bhutan and India. 

Customize Your Own Tour !
This tour itinerary provided here is a standard itinerary prepared to this trip but if you want to customize your own itinerary for this tour at your timeline and interest, do write us, and we will be very pleased to customize this tour at your timeline, interest and requirement. 

Day 01 Arrival Day in Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal Included: Welcome Dinner

Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu (Tribhuvan intl.) airport our airport representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel. At the evening, you'll transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.

Day 02 Day Tour in Kathmandu Valley- Guided Tour 
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel we will start to our guided trip to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu; including visits to the pilgrimage sites of Hindus Pashupatinath temple, the world biggest Bouddhanath Stupa, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple and historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with temple, unique architectures and the living goddess Kumari  in central Kathmandu. Overnight.

Day 03 Tour in Patan, Bhaktapur & Drive to Nagarkot
Altitude: 2175m/7134ft
Overnight in Nagarkot
Meal Included: Breakfast

After breakfast you will be transfer to visit Patan Durbar Squire one of the old durbar square. The principal attraction of this place is fine pagoda temples and stone statuary. The Durbar Square is full of ancient places, temples and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings. After your lunch at Patan visit another place Bhaktapur Durbar Squire. The main attraction of this place is the palace of 55 windows, Nyatapola Temple constructed as a pagoda style, Dattatraya Temple, Museum, Pottery squire & then you will transfer to Nagarkot for sunset view. Enjoy the sunset view and it offers magnificent & panoramic views of many Himalayan ranges including the 8,848 meters high top of the world Mt. Everest. Among the many incredible beauties of Nagarkot, Sunrise & Sunset views over the mountains are the best ones. And overnight at a hotel in Nagarkot.

Day 04 Himalayan Sunrise & Drive to Dhulikhel & Panauti Village. Afternoon, drive to Kathmandu) 
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal Included: Farewell Dinner

On this day, you'll have an early wake-up to see the sunrise and the Eastern Himalayan views including Mt. Everest, breakfast, and then visit Dhulikhel & Panauti Village. Dhulikhel is renowned for its views of the Himalayas and harbors many species of exotic birds. And the most attractive place in Dhulikhel is Panauti, the Newari culture and tradition, Indreshwar Mahadev Temple, and the beautiful landscapes that can be seen all around the town. After that, you will be transferred to Kathmandu and overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 05 Departure from Kathmandu
Altitude: 1350m/4428ft
Overnight in Kathmandu
Meal Included: Breakfast

This day can be a spare day for you to shop for souvenirs or gifts for your family, friends, or relatives for you until your departure flight or commencing any extra trips or activities. If you are ready for departure, you'll be taken to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onward destination.

Cost Includes:

• All ground transportation in Kathmandu (Including airport pick up and transfer) by private vehicle
• 02 Nights twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan- 3 star deluxe accommodation (Apsara Boutique or similar)
• Welcome and farewell dinner at one of the finest restaurant 
• 01 Night twin sharing accommodation in Nagarkot on BB plan- Hotel Viewpoint or similar
• English speaking Nepalese guide for sighgtseeing tours (as per itinerary)
• Applicable monument entrance fees (as per itinearay)
• Private vehicle throughout the trip (as per itinerary)
• All government and local taxes (subject to change)

Cost not Includes:

• International airfare 
• Nepal Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Any item of personal nature such as beverages, tips, laundry, telephone call, etc. 
• Any additional trips/meals not mentioned in the inclusions/itinerary

Important Trip Notes & Activities
Pleased acknowledge that you are joining us for the adventure and sightseeing tour in Nepal, tour arranged by AA will be easy trip but also sometimes weather conditions, health and fitness of the member or unexpected natural disaster can compel us to change the itinerary and if so, you have to understand it but we would try our best to keep the suggested itinerary as per the original schedule.

Your safety and satisfaction of the trip is our prime concern while travelling with us and we ensure you our best team, logistics, professional services to make sure that you would have an amazing trip of lifetime with us. Also note that our trip leader deserved the final decision if the trip has to amend, change the route or cancel due to the extreme conditions for the safety precaution. However, he will try his best to ensure that the trip runs as according to the stated plan but be prepared for flexibility if necessary.

Nepal and Nepali people
Nepal has modern banking facilities and some international banks even have offices in Kathmandu. Almost all foreign currencies along with credit cards such as American Express, Visa, and Master card are accepted in Nepal.

Nepali believes that “guests are God” so no need to worry about the safety matter. Although you will be careful about it and always consult your guide. However, you are under our care on any trips you would be joining us so do not have to worry.

Passport & Visa Information
Nepal visa is the easiest visa to obtain; you may buy your Nepal visa at your nearest Nepalese Embassy/ Consulate or Mission offices abroad or buy this upon on arrival to Kathmandu international airport as per your convenient. You have to have 2 passport size photographs, Visa fees in US cash & valid passport at least for 6 months valid at the starting of the trip.

Multiple entry 15 days - US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days - US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days - US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency

Download visa form-: https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/on-arrival/IO01

Group Size
In our trip, the minimum group size would be two and maximum group size is twenty or more on request. We can also organize private trip to solo person with single supplement cost. Else, join our estimated group departure dates available online or ask us with your personal dates, we will open group date on the same date.

Our Guides, trip and safety
Despite the fact that you are with Advanced Adventures P. Ltd, it is very essential that you are accompanied with very experienced and qualified tour guide for the safety and successful of the trip. Our guides are trained and licensed from Nepal Government and fluent in any language as per your need. Our guides are especially for the tour so that they have very good knowledge about the historical places with its entire history and many more. We assure you that your trip is at the right and professional hands.

Meals, Accommodation and Transportation
While in Kathmandu and any other tour, we use 3 star standard or similar categories hotel on our trips. They are will all the modern facilities, rooms are with attached bath, 24 hours hot/cold water running, back up light if case of no electricity as it is usual at dry season, free WI-FI and internet access.. Our entire accommodation is at twin share unless stated but single supplement accommodation is also available on personal request at the additional cost of US$- 200.

In city, only breakfast is included on the offered trip itinerary but while in Safari tour (Either in Chitwan National park or Bardia National park) full board of meals are included (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Tea and Coffee). We will offer fresh and hygienic food so that you do not have to worry.

On our every tour, we use deluxe private transport so it is very comfort and convenient as per the tourist requirements. And depending on the group size, car (3 seated), Toyota Van (6 seated and 12 seated), Coaster Bus (22 seated) would be used. Depending on the tour you choose, you might have to use tourist bus for long distance drive which is comfortable and the best tourist vehicles available in Nepal.

(Upgrade hotel to 4 stars or 5 stars is possible in Kathmandu, please write us if you interested)

Tour Best Seasons
We do have two different best seasons for the mentioned tour which are the best season as we call here in Nepal but we run the tour trip throughout the year.

Spring: - (March, April, May) - Best warmest time of the year, best visibility, good Temperature.
Autumn:- (Mid September, October and November) - Excellent weather, crystal clear blue skies, best visibility.
Winter Months: - (December, January and February) - Winter also well, but it’s obviously colder. You have to be prepared for this accordingly.
Summer: - Monsoon, so rain and visibility can be a big issue (from Mid June, July and August). We can still run the trip but not the best to be honest.

Travel Insurance and Vaccination
Travel insurance is compulsory. You are required to purchase comprehensive travel insurance before travelling with us. Please make sure that you know exactly what you are covered for. Make sure that your travel insurance covers trip cancellation insurance, general medical expenses, and hospitalizations.

Vaccination is required to plan to your trip to Nepal but it is not a must to have thing to come, but highly suggested. Your doctor will have the information of vaccination you would require to the country you will be travelling. Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis, Polio, Rabies, Tetanus, Typhoid and Malaria etc. are the recommended vaccination for travel Nepal.

To Book
once you would choose which trip you would like to book with us, write us with the information or phone us on our phone number for the trip booking confirmation. We have online trip booking option, you may go on that link, choose your trip and date and follow the instruction with information required and summit us. If you need to have your own date, please kindly write us so that we are happy for your own date.

Once your trip booking request would be received, we would suggest you the final trip booking procedure with advance payment of the trip. Non-refundable deposit of 20% (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected trip.

Please don't hesitate to contact us in relation to any questions you may have regarding our trip booking Process.