Day 1 : Kathmandu Sightseeing
After your hotel breakfast our AC vehicle will pick you up and we drive first to the Royal Durbar Square of Kathmandu, The Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the Buddhist Stupa of Boudhanath and the famous Monkey temple of Swayambhunath.
Kathmandu Durbar Square is full of beautiful artworks and architecture designed by the Malla (12th to 18th century) and Shah (18th to 21th century) Dynasties who ruled over Kathmandu.
The Hindu Temple of Pashupatinath is a famous and most sacred temple located on the Bagmati River in Kathmandu. The Temple is used for Hindus as a sacred burial site and is full of beautiful architectural craftsmanship.
Visiting Budhanilkhanta Temple just below the Shivapuri Hills, shows you just some more of the Hindu culture in Nepal. This temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is especially popular during October- November as the festival of Haribondhini Ekadashi Mela is held.
After our temple visit we head for Tokha village an traditional Newari village filled with typical daily activities such as agriculture and the preparation of mustard oil are always a sight to be held.
Our AC vehicle will drive you to one of the local restaurants of your choice for your lunch on the way to Boudhanath.
The Buddhist Stupa of Boudhanath said to be the resting place of Kassapa Buddha. It is the largest Stupa in the world. Surrounded by its enormous Mandala it is place of interest for Buddhists and foreigners alike.
The famous Monkey Temple of Swayambhunath, one of the oldest stupas in Nepal located on top of a hill giving an amazing view over the Kathmandu Valley. It is famous for its enormous golden statues, the big hilltop Stupa and the monkeys that reside here. It is said one can find the perfect harmony in Swayambhunath…