Glimpse of Kathmandu Tour

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The Glimpse of Kathmandu Tour is a vibrant 3-day exploration of Nepal's capital, offering a blend of cultural, historical, and modern experiences. This tour covers the UNESCO-listed heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley, including iconic landmarks such as Swayambunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. You'll also visit Patan Durbar Square and its renowned museum, explore the bustling streets of Thamel, and enjoy the diverse Newari cuisine. Optional activities include a scenic mountain flight for breathtaking views of Mount Everest. With a focus on cultural immersion, this tour provides a unique opportunity to experience Kathmandu's rich heritage, vibrant markets, and lively nightlife, making it an unforgettable introduction to Nepal.

Trip Fact

  • DestinationNepal
  • Durations3 days
  • Trip DifficultyEasy
  • ActivitiesTour
  • Accommodation3 Star Hotel
  • MealsBreakfast
  • Mx.altitude2551m.
  • VehicleDrive
  • Group SizeMin. 1 Pax

Overview

Highlights

  • Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley covering the world heritage sites
  • Taste of different Newari cuisines
  • Roaming in vibrant places like Thamel, Asan and Basantapur
  • Panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley
  • Witnessing and sightseeing the ancient heritage sites in different Durbar Square locations
  • Touring of various diverse museums of the valley which keeps the wide collection of artifacts and the preserved art pieces
  • Taste of different Newari cuisines
  • Nightlife in Thamel

The cultural and the heritage city of Kathmandu holds an immunes collection of historic monuments, religious sites, and vibrant places, making it a massive subject of travel in itself. Being the capital city of Nepal, it amazingly preserves the heritage and the cultural practice merging with the modern lifestyle. This makes Kathmandu Valley a vibrant and an interesting place to explore and to travel across the natural hill barriers.

Popularly known as the ‘City of Temple’ having thousands of temples and the shrines including the ancient stupas across the valley, offers the glimpse of ancient kingdoms and the presence of diverse culture and traditions which are being practiced from the centuries back and with the specific historic background along the strong beliefs. Even 7 heritage sites just from inside the Kathmandu valley is listed in World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, making it one of the culturally rich cities in the world. It also adds more flavor in the Kathmandu City Tour to be a great experience in a frame.

Also, the modern cultural melting and sub-merging traditions of different backgrounds makes Kathmandu great to roam around too. The great combination of such aspects inside the valley makes it an experience for travel enthusiasts and a diverse course of travelling with the several options for Kathmandu City Tour and Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour.

So, considering the diversity and the traveling aspects to explore and to experience inside the valley harnessing the huge features, we have designed a short itinerary for you to cover the aspects and the features of Kathmandu valley within a short period. This well-furnished and properly planned itinerary days are designed to make your vacation days or the travelling period of your journey inside the valley a very memorable one to collect some great memories for you.

 

Best Time

Basically, Nepal is suitable for travelling all around the year. Even through the time of Spring (Mid- March to Late -June) and the Autumn (September to November) is considered to be the best time to roam around Nepal, still it depends upon your personal preference as the choice of seasons or any other features which comes along the changing season are all on you.

Again, the consideration for the choice of Spring and Autumn comes with the features of statable weather, visibility, blossoms etc. But you may also be interested in having the rainy travel across Nepal and also may want to have the ultimate experience of Winter in Nepal. So, in overall, all of the season throughout the year can be suitable if you are interested on your personal preference and the features according to the seasons in your journey, Nepal is always welcoming for you in any time or season of the year.

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Cost

What Influences the Cost?

Accommodation Choices: From cozy tourist-class hotels to premium boutique and luxury properties.

Transportation Mode: Road transfers are standard, but you can opt for domestic flights for added comfort and time-saving, available at an additional cost.

Tour Add-Ons & Upgrades: You can choose to include adventure activities, guided cultural tours, upgraded meals, or private experiences.

 

Cost for the Kathmandu City Tour

At Shepherd Holidays, we understand that every traveler is unique. That’s why we offer a wide range of customizable pricing options tailored to your preferences, travel style, and service expectations.

The rate listed on our packages reflects a standard tour option, which includes comfortable 3-star hotel accommodation, road transportation for transfers, and private vehicle support throughout your trip.

Whether you’re planning a budget-friendly getaway or a luxury travel experience, we provide flexible options to match your expectations and budget. For tailored pricing and personalized suggestions, we encourage you to Contact Us directly.

 

Quality Guaranteed – At Every Budget

We ensure that all our packages, including budget-friendly options, maintain standard tourist-level service and quality. We aim to make your Nepal experience comfortable, memorable, and hassle-free, no matter your budget.

Detail Itinerary

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If the provided schedule isn't suitable for you, we are able to create personalized travel arrangements according to your preferences and requirements.

Cost Details

Cost Includes

  • Airport pick up & drop transportation by private vehicle
  • 3 Star accommodation in all 3 cities (upgradable up to 4-star and 5-star)
  • All Sightseeing Tour through Private vehicle
  • Everyday breakfast
  • All transfer services from Private Vehicle
  • Experienced, Certified and Helpful Guide and Driver
  • Official expenses.

Cost Excludes

  • Nepal Entry Visa (You can get your Travel Visa of Nepal during your arrival at the Airport, go to Nepal Entry Visa page for more details. Click Here.)
  • International Air Fare
  • Personal expenses (bar, beverages, drinks, clubs, entrance fees in heritage sites, lunch & dinner, etc.)
  • Your travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guide and driver (Tipping is Expected)
  • Costs from unexpected occurrences (i.e. cancellations, weather problems, damages of property, illness, etc.).
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned in our cost include section.

 

 

 

Dates & Availability

  • 1 Person-----US$ 285
  • 2 Person-----US$ 155
  • 3 - 4 Person-----US$ 150
  • 5 - 8 Person-----US$ 140
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Good to Know

  • Best Time to Visit: Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) offer clear skies and mild temperatures.

  • Accommodation: 3-star hotels with breakfast included; upgrades available upon request.

  • Transportation: Private vehicle transfers for all sightseeing activities.

  • Group Size: Minimum of 1; ideal for solo travelers, couples, and small groups.

  • Cultural Etiquette: Dress modestly when visiting religious sites; remove shoes before entering temples.

  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi is available in most hotels; mobile SIM cards can be purchased locally.

  • Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR); carry small denominations for tips and purchases.

  • Health Tips: Stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and drink only bottled or purified water.

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