Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our company representative and escorted to your hotel. Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, together with Patan, forms the cultural and political core of the Kathmandu Valley. These two cities collectively constitute the extensive urban area known as modern Kathmandu.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu
Start your day with a visit to Pashupatinath Temple, a sacred Hindu shrine on the Bagmati River and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, explore Boudhanath Stupa, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site known for its large stupa. Afterward, visit Patan (Lalitpur), famous for its ancient architecture and bustling Durbar Square, home to many temples and a Tibetan refugee community known for carpet weaving. End the day at Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), offering panoramic views of Kathmandu, followed by a visit to Budanilkantha Temple, housing the Sleeping Vishnu statue.
(Sightseeing duration: up to 6 hours after hotel pickup.)
Day 3: Kathmandu to Nagarkot via Bhaktapur (35 km)
Travel east to Nagarkot, about 35 kilometers from Kathmandu and located at an altitude of 2,175 meters. Nagarkot provides spectacular panoramic views of the Himalayan range, including Mt. Everest, and is renowned for its beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Overnight stay at the hotel.
On the way, stop at Bhaktapur, located 17 kilometers from Kathmandu. This city has preserved its medieval atmosphere and is well known for traditional pottery and weaving crafts. Architectural highlights include the Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, the Golden Gate, and the impressive five-story pagoda-style Nyatapola Temple.
(Sightseeing will be for up to 3 hours after the vehicle arrives at the hotel.)
Day 4: Nagarkot to Airport
After breakfast, drive directly to Kathmandu Airport, approximately a 1.5-hour journey, for your onward flight