Upon arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), you will be greeted by a representative holding a name board. After completing customs formalities and collecting your luggage, you will be transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. Enjoy a welcome drink upon arrival and assistance with check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax and explore the local area, including pubs, bars, and local 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, the ancient palace complex, and Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), a 2000-year-old Buddhist site. In the afternoon, explore Patan Durbar Square, known for its ancient Newari architecture and temples. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 2: Kathmandu City Tour - Durbar Square, Swayambhunath and Patan

Following breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a city tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, known as the 'City of Devotees' and a living heritage site. After exploring Bhaktapur, drive to Nagarkot, a hill station east of Kathmandu. Check into a hotel in Nagarkot and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing and taking in the environment. Overnight stay at Hotel in Nagarkot.

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, and Boudhanath Stupa, one of the world's largest stupas and a center of Tibetan Buddhism. After sightseeing, check back into your hotel in Kathmandu. The afternoon is free for your own activities. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 4: Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa & Return to Kathmandu

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 Kathmandu and Nagarkot tour.

Day 5: Departure from Kathmandu

This 5-day tour provides a concise exploration of the Kathmandu Valley and the scenic hill station of Nagarkot.  The itinerary includes visits to major UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares, as well as iconic stupas like Swayambhunath and Boudhanath.  A highlight is a stay in Nagarkot, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, blending cultural sightseeing with natural beauty within a short timeframe.

Kathmandu and Nagarkot Cultural Tour - 5 Days

Journey Overview

Compact cultural exploration

Himalayan sunrise from Nagarkot

Sacred Buddhist and Hindu sites

Ancient Newari architecture