Upon arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), you will be greeted by a representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in and a welcome drink, the rest of the day is free for you to relax, explore the local area, or visit nearby pubs and stores. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a guided city tour of Kathmandu. The morning includes visits to Kathmandu Durbar Square, known for its historical significance and ancient temples, and Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), a 2000-year-old Buddhist site. In the afternoon, explore Patan Durbar Square, another UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its rich Newari architecture.

Day 2: Kathmandu City Tour - Durbar Square and Swayambhunath

Following breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a city tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, renowned as the 'City of Devotees' and a living heritage site.  After exploring Bhaktapur, drive to Nagarkot, a hill station east of Kathmandu. Nagarkot offers panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, and a tranquil rural atmosphere. Check into a hotel in Nagarkot for an overnight stay.

Day 3: Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Sightseeing

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel in Nagarkot before driving back to Kathmandu. En route, visit Pashupatinath Temple, a significant Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva, and Boudhanath Stupa, one of the world's largest stupas and a center of Tibetan Buddhism. After sightseeing, return to the hotel in Kathmandu. The afternoon is free for personal activities.

Day 4: Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for your departure flight for your onward journey. This concludes your itinerary.

Day 5: Departure from Kathmandu

This 5-day itinerary explores the cultural heart of Nepal, focusing on the Kathmandu Valley and the scenic hill station of Nagarkot.  The journey includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath and Boudhanath Stupas, and Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares.  It also features a drive to Nagarkot for breathtaking views of the Himalayas, offering a blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty.

Kathmandu and Nagarkot Cultural Tour

Journey Overview

UNESCO World Heritage Durbar Squares

Panoramic Himalayan views from Nagarkot

Ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples

Newari architecture in Patan and Bhaktapur