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5 Days Nepal Cultural Tour

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5 days Nepal Cultural Tour present Explore the culture and heritage of Nepal. This itinerary covers Kathmandu, Nagarkot, and Dhulikhel.

Nepal is a popular cultural destination. Witness Nepal’s century-old traditions and heritage by exploring Kathmandu, Nagarkot, and Dhulikhel. This tour is a perfect blend of culture and natural beauty. Kathmandu is the capital city of modern Nepal. Kathmandu Valley is called the “Living Cultural Museum in the World.” You will explore the ancient heritage, arts, and crafts with the century-old traditions of the Newari people living inside the valley. Kathmandu Valley consists of ancient temples, Bahals, and Buddhist stupas offering an excellent platform to witness Buddhist and Hindu rituals and traditions. Cover UNESCO Heritage sites inside Kathmandu Valley and stroll around narrow lanes of typical Newari settlements.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu with an overnight stay at Nagarkot, visiting Bhaktapur City en route. Enjoy a tour of Bhaktapur, the best-preserved ancient city inside Kathmandu Valley. Nagarkot is a popular spot for sunrise, and sunset view over Central Himalayan ranges.

, Next destination is Dhulikhel, situated on the Silk Route, which connects Nepal to Tibet. Dhulikhel is the ancient trading route and a famous Newari town. Visit Panauti and Dhulikhel town covering highlights and monuments. Dhulikhel is a popular place to witness Himalayan ranges as this town is on a hill ridge overlooking Langtang and Rolwaling mountain ranges.

Nepal Cultural Tour is suitable for those travelers who wish to see cultural attractions on their short Nepal visit. This tour covers important heritage sites: Pashupatinath temple, Boudhnath Stupa, Swoyambhunath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

Similarly, you will visit Nagarkot and Dhulikhel, scenic spots for sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas. Also, visit Panauti and Dhulikhel villages to see the rural Nepalese lifestyle and Newari people with their traditions and culture. Book Nepal Cultural Tour to get the best discounts. Send your Travel inquiry to our Holiday Experts.

Highlights of the Nepal Cultural Tour

Tour Type: Private Cultural Excursion

Duration: 4 Nights/5 Days

Group Size: 1 & above

Arrival city: Kathmandu

Departure City: Kathmandu

Meals: Daily Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotels

Price: Budget, Standard, Deluxe & Luxury 

Nepal Cultural Tour Itinerary

You will arrive at Kathmandu airport. Meet your airport representative outside the arrival hall holding a signboard of your name. You will be assisted and transferred to your hotel in the city center. The rest of the time, you are free on your own to stroll around. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Your sightseeing tours begin after breakfast. Your guide will come to your hotel and meet you at the hotel lobby at 0930 am. You will proceed with a sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath temple, located on the bank of the Bagmati River. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is often known as the "abode of Shiva." Only Hindus are permitted to enter the temple complex for worship; others can go to another side of the temple to see Hindu people's rituals and morning activities. You will also witness the rare funeral ceremony per Hindu traditions at cremation ghats on the bank of the holy river Bagmati.
After the visit to Pashupatinath temple, you will proceed to Boudhnath stupa, located 3 Kilometers away from the temple. Boudhnath stupa is also known as "Mini Tibet" and is one of the largest Buddhist stupas in Nepal. Tibetan settlements and monasteries surround this stupa. You will witness Buddhist rituals and traditions at the Boudhnath area, which is en-circle by Buddhist prayer flags and manes.
In the afternoon, you will drive to Swoyambhunath Stupa on the hilltop overlooking Kathmandu Valley. This Buddhist stupa is famous as the "Monkey Temple: and one of the best places to observe cultural harmony between Hindus and Buddhists in Nepal. Both Hindus and Buddhists pay homage to this site. The view of the stupa includes the entire Kathmandu valley floor with outstanding views of Central Himalayan ranges.
Continue to Patan Durbar Square, another UNESCO site located in Kathmandu. Patan is known as the "City of Beauty," A visit to Patan Durbar Square offers an excellent opportunity to see local Newari people, ancient Royal complexes, and architecture of the medieval era. Stroll narrow lanes of Patan visiting Patan Durbar Square, Krishna temple, Mahaboudhi stupa, and Golden temple. Patan is also famous for metal works and wood carvings. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning after breakfast. You will drive 14 Kilometers east to Kathmandu to visit Bhaktapur's best-preserved ancient city. Bhaktapur is also called the cultural hub of the Newari people. Many of the highly decorated buildings and shrines were destroyed in the 1934 & 2015 earthquakes. However, the main square still contains a few temples and other architectural show pieces; the Lion Gate, the statue of Bhupatindra Malla, the Palace of 55 Windows, the Bell of the barking dogs, the Nyatapola Temple, and the replica of Pashupatinath temple. In Bhaktapur, you will observe the Newari people with traditional and daily work. Narrow lanes of Bhaktapur offer bargain prices for the Thankas "Oil painting on Silk," which you can buy if interested.
After the visit, drive to Nagarkot hill station on the hilltop overlooking the Central Himalayan ranges and Kathmandu Valley floor. Nagarkot is a popular hill station near Kathmandu famous for sunrise and sunset views. If the weather is obvious, you can see Mount Everest from here. Nagarkot offers one of the longest Himalayan ranges view offering 8 out of 14 ranges inside Nepal. The view stretch from Annapurna in the west to Makalu in the east. Free time on your own to enjoy the sunset view from the hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Nagarkot

Early morning is free to enjoy the sunrise view from the hotel. After breakfast, drive to Dhulikhel town. Dhulikhel is located on the route to Tibet. Dhulikhel is ancient Newari village. En route, visit Panauti, a typical newari settlement offering an excellent platform to observe Newari traditions and lifestyle. Upon arrival at Dhulikhel, check in at the hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Dhulikhel

Morning drive back to Kathmandu – 1.5 Hrs and transfer directly to Kathmandu airport in time to board your flight back home.

Cost

Cost includes

  • 2 nights at Hotel in Kathmandu as per your budget
  • 1 night at Hotel in Nagarkot  as per your budget
  • 1 night at Hotel in Dhulikhel  as per your budget
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel
  • Necessary airport transfers in Kathmandu with assistance
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle for sightseeing tours and airport transfers
  • Kathmandu/Nagarkot/Dhulikhel/Kathmandu private surface transfer
  • An English-speaking professional guide for sightseeing tours
  • Vehicle-related expenses such as Parking, Toll taxes & fuel
  • Government taxes as applicable

Cost Excludes

  • Monument entrance fees,
  • meals except for breakfast
  • The Nepal visa fee will be extra and payable directly.

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