Travelers exploring Bandipur, Ramkot Village, Manakamana Cable Car, Gorkha Durbar, and Manakamana Temple on a Nepal heritage tour.Travelers exploring Bandipur, Ramkot Village, Manakamana Cable Car, Gorkha Durbar, and Manakamana Temple on a Nepal heritage tour.

Bandipur Heritage Tour with Gorkha & Manakamana

  • Duration7 Days
  • Route Grade Family Travel
  • Trip Style Cultural & Heritage Holiday
  • Starting City Kathmandu
  • Ending City Kathmandu
Price fromUS$525US$675
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Trip Overview

This 7 day Nepal cultural tour is all about exploring the historic hill towns in ancient trade routes of central Nepal. The trip includes visits to Bandipur with Ramkot days hike, historic Gorkha, and spiritual Manakamana. You will explore preserved Newari heritage in Bandipur, traditional village life, historic palace in Gorkha, and Gorakhkali & Manakamana sacred temples in this trip. 

Trip Detail

Information
Detail

Trip Code

GN103N

Starting Point / End Point

Kathmandu to Kathmandu

Accommodations

Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur, and Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana for both the Gorkha and Manakamana stays.

Max Altitude

Approximately 1,400 m

Duration

7 Days, 6 Nights

Country

Nepal

Trip Grade

Easy, suitable for families, children, and senior travelers

Activities

Heritage sightseeing, easy village walks, cultural experiences, palace visits, temple visits

Best Season

Autumn from September to November and Spring from March to May

Transportation

Private vehicle for all road transfers, cable car at Manakamana

Meals

6 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners

Itinerary Overview

This 7 day, 6 night holiday takes you from Kathmandu to the heritage hill town of Bandipur, on to the historic town of Gorkha, and then to the sacred pilgrimage site of Manakamana before returning to Kathmandu. Throughout the journey, you will enjoy private transportation, carefully selected accommodations, including Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur, and Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana for your Gorkha and Manakamana stays. With daily breakfast and dinner and a relaxed pace, this tour is ideal for families with children and senior travelers.

Here is a quick look at how your 7 day tour unfolds.

  •  Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu and enjoy free time to explore the city.

  •  Day 2: Drive to Bandipur and explore the historic heritage town.

  •  Day 3: Day hike to Ramkot village and return to Bandipur.

  •  Day 4: Drive to Gorkha and visit the palace and temple.

  •  Day 5: Drive from Gorkha to Manakamana and visit the temple.

  •  Day 6: Return to Kathmandu.

  •  Day 7: Depart Kathmandu.
     

Why You Will Love This Trip

  • Easy Family Holiday in Nepal: This relaxed 7 day itinerary is designed for families looking for a comfortable Nepal cultural tour without demanding trekking or high altitude walking.

  • Explore Historic Bandipur: Bandipur's old bazaar is lined with preserved Newar houses, cobbled streets, and traditional courtyards, offering a glimpse of a trading town that has changed little over the years.

  • Walk to Ramkot Village: Enjoy a day hike to Ramkot, a traditional village where you can experience rural landscapes, local village life, terraced farmland, and the peaceful atmosphere of Nepal's middle hills.

  • Visit the Birthplace of Modern Nepal: Gorkha Durbar, the hilltop palace of the Shah dynasty, is one of Nepal's most important historical sites and offers wide views over the surrounding valleys.

  • Visit Sacred Manakamana Temple: The Manakamana Temple is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in Nepal, reached by a scenic cable car ride over the Trishuli and Marshyangdi valleys.

  • A Complete Cultural Journey in One Week: In just 7 days, you experience heritage towns, village trails, a historic palace, and a major pilgrimage site, all within a comfortable and well paced itinerary.
     

Altitude & Activities

This is an easy cultural and family holiday with sightseeing and walking at moderate elevations. The itinerary includes a relaxed heritage walk in Bandipur, an easy village hike to Ramkot, cultural sightseeing in Gorkha, and a visit to Manakamana Temple, making it suitable for families with children and senior travelers who are comfortable with normal walking.

Day
Location
Altitude
Activities
Travel Time

Day 1

Kathmandu

1,324 m

Airport transfer and free time

Airport transfer

Day 2

Bandipur

Approximately 1,030 m

Drive to Bandipur and heritage walk

Approximately 4 to 5 hrs drive

Day 3

Ramkot village

Approximately 1,030 m

Day hike to Ramkot village and return

Approximately 4 to 5 hrs walk

Day 4

Gorkha

Approximately 1,140 m

Drive to Gorkha, palace and temple visit

Approximately 1.5 to 2 hrs drive

Day 5

Manakamana

Approximately 1,300 m

Drive to Manakamana and temple visit

Approximately 1.5 hrs drive plus cable car

Day 6

Kathmandu

1,324 m

Return drive to Kathmandu

Approximately 3 to 4 hrs drive

Day 7

Kathmandu

1,324 m

Departure

Airport transfer

Accommodation and Meals

You will spend 1 night at Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu on arrival, 2 nights at Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur while exploring Bandipur and Ramkot, 2 nights at Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana during your Gorkha and Manakamana visits, and your final night at Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu. The trip includes 7 breakfasts and 6 dinners.

Day
Location
Accommodation
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 1

Kathmandu

Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry

N/A

Not Included

Included

Day 2

Bandipur

Bandipur Bazar Ghar

Included

Not Included

Included

Day 3

Bandipur

Bandipur Bazar Ghar

Included

Not Included

Included

Day 4

Gorkha

Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana

Included

Not Included

Included

Day 5

Manakamana

Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana

Included

Not Included

Included

Day 6

Kathmandu

Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry

Included

Not Included

Included

Day 7

Departure

N/A

Included

N/A

N/A

Cost Includes

Cost & Inclusions

This easy 7 day family tour includes accommodation at Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur, and Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana for your Gorkha and Manakamana stays, along with private vehicle transportation, an experienced guide, cultural sightseeing, heritage visits, and daily breakfast and dinner throughout the tour.

Cost Includes
Cost Excludes

Private airport arrival and departure transfers

International airfare to and from Nepal

Private vehicle transportation for all transfers

Nepal entry visa fee

Manakamana cable car ticket

Travel insurance

Experienced English speaking guide throughout the tour

Lunches throughout the trip

All heritage site, palace, and temple entrance fees

Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, shopping, and phone calls

6 nights accommodation at Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur, and Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana for the Gorkha and Manakamana stays.

Tips for guides and drivers

7 breakfasts and 6 dinners

 
Itinerary

Once you land in Kathmandu, our representative will meet you right outside the arrival terminal with our company name and logo board and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel. You can spend the rest of the day at your own pace, exploring the streets around your hotel. In the evening, join us for a welcome dinner to kick off your trip.

  • Route: Airport to Hotel in Kathmandu

  • Altitude: 1,324 m

  • Accommodation: Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry

  • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

  • Highlights: Airport meet and greet, hotel check in, relaxed arrival day, welcome dinner

    After breakfast, drive from Kathmandu to Bandipur, a journey of approximately 4 to 5 hours by private vehicle. The journey passes through scenic landscapes, rivers, terraced farmland, and the green hills of central Nepal. After arriving in Bandipur, check in to Bandipur Bazar Ghar hotel and enjoy a relaxed heritage walk through the historic town . The walk allows you to explore preserved Newar houses, courtyards, and cobbled streets of this historic trading town.

    • Route: Kathmandu to Bandipur by private vehicle

    • Altitude: Approximately 1,030 m

    • Accommodation: Bandipur Bazar Ghar

    • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

    • Highlights: Scenic drive, historic Bandipur, traditional architecture, easy heritage walk

      After breakfast, enjoy an easy day hike toward Ramkot village. The walking route passes through peaceful countryside, terraced farmland, forest sections, and traditional rural landscapes. The hike provides an enjoyable opportunity for families to experience village life and the natural beauty of the Bandipur area. The walking pace can be adjusted according to the needs of the group, making this day suitable for families with children and senior family members who are comfortable with walking. After spending time around the village, return to Bandipur and enjoy a relaxing evening at Bandipur Bazar Ghar hotel.

      • Route: Bandipur to Ramkot and return on foot

      • Altitude: Approximately 1,030 m

      • Accommodation: Bandipur Bazar Ghar

      • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

      • Highlights: Easy village walk, Ramkot village, terraced farmland, rural landscapes, family friendly outdoor experience

        After breakfast, travel from Bandipur to Gorkha by private vehicle. Gorkha is one of the most historically important destinations in Nepal and is closely connected with the Shah dynasty and the history of the unification of Nepal. On arrival, visit Gorkha Durbar, the hilltop palace overlooking the town, along with the nearby Gorkha Kalika Temple.

        • Route: Bandipur to Gorkha by private vehicle

        • Altitude: Approximately 1,140 m

        • Accommodation: Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana

        • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

        • Highlights: Gorkha Durbar palace, Gorkha Kalika Temple

          After breakfast, drive from Gorkha to the cable car station, then take the cable car up to Manakamana, home to one of Nepal's most visited pilgrimage temples. Spend the afternoon visiting the Manakamana Temple and exploring the surrounding area before your overnight stay.

          •  Route: Gorkha to Manakamana by road and cable car

          •  Altitude: Approximately 1,300 m 

          •  Accommodation: Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana

          •  Meals: Breakfast and Dinner 

          •  Highlights: Manakamana cable car ride, Manakamana Temple visit

            After breakfast, begin the return journey to Kathmandu by private vehicle. The drive passes through the scenic hills and countryside of central Nepal. After arriving in Kathmandu, check into the same hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace. Families can relax at the hotel, explore nearby areas, or enjoy a final evening in Nepal before departure.

            • Route: Manakamana to Kathmandu by private vehicle

            • Altitude: 1,324 m

            • Accommodation: Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry

            • Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

            • Highlights: Scenic return journey, Kathmandu Valley, relaxed final evening

              After breakfast, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight schedule. Our representative will assist you with your departure transfer, bringing your 7 day Bandipur Heritage Tour with Gorkha and Manakamana to an end.

              • Route: Hotel to Kathmandu International Airport

              • Altitude: 1,324 m

              • Meals: Breakfast

              • Highlights: Airport transfer and departure from Nepal

                Trip Information

                Know Before You Book

                • Visa Requirements: For this 7 day trip, you will need to apply for a 15 day Nepal visa, which comfortably covers your stay. All citizens of the world except Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Nepal, and most travelers can get a Visa on Arrival. The 15 day tourist visa fee is USD 30. You can apply and pay online in advance here: https://nepaliport-new.immigration.gov.np/. We recommend completing the online application ahead of time to save time at the airport.

                • Passport Validity: Please ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date, with at least one blank page for your visa stamp.

                • Fitness Level: This is an easy family holiday suitable for travelers with a normal level of fitness. The Ramkot village walk includes some uphill and downhill sections, but the itinerary does not involve high altitude trekking or demanding mountain hiking.

                • Family Suitability: The tour is suitable for families traveling with children and senior family members who are comfortable with normal walking and sightseeing. Private transportation and comfortable hotels help make the journey convenient for different age groups. 

                • Travel Insurance: Travel insurance covering medical emergencies and trip delays is recommended.

                • Currency & Payment Methods: We accept payments in major currencies such as USD, EUR, and GBP, though it is a good idea to carry some Nepali Rupees for smaller personal expenses.


                Accommodations, Meals & Transportation

                • Typical Accommodation Used: During your journey, you will stay at Arya Boutique Hotel or Hotel Mulberry in Kathmandu, Bandipur Bazar Ghar in Bandipur, and Soaltee Westend Resort Manakamana during your visits to Gorkha and Manakamana, offering a comfortable and authentic stay throughout the tour.

                • Meals: The package includes 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Lunches are not included, allowing families to choose from available restaurants and local dining options during the daytime.

                • Guide Support: An experienced English speaking guide accompanies you throughout the tour and provides assistance during sightseeing, cultural visits, and the Ramkot village walk.

                • Transportation: This package includes private airport transfers, private vehicle transfers between destinations, and the Manakamana cable car ride.
                   

                Seasonal & Weather Updates

                • Autumn (September to November): Autumn offers clear skies and good visibility for views from Bandipur and Gorkha. It is one of the most popular seasons for this holiday.

                • Spring (March to May): The weather is generally pleasant with good visibility, and the hillsides around Bandipur and Ramkot are green and pleasant for walking.

                • Winter (December to February): Mornings can be cool, especially in Bandipur and Gorkha, while daytime skies are often clear. Warm clothing is recommended.

                • Monsoon (June to August): Afternoon rain and cloud cover are common, which may reduce visibility, though the hillsides remain green throughout this period.
                   

                Health & Safety

                • General Wellbeing: The tour stays at moderate elevations and does not involve high altitude trekking. The itinerary is suitable for families and senior travelers who are comfortable with regular sightseeing and walking.

                • Walking Conditions: Some heritage areas and village trails may include stone steps, uneven paths, and gentle uphill and downhill sections. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. 

                • Children: Parents and guardians should supervise children during village walks, sightseeing, and areas with uneven paths. 

                • Healthcare Facilities: Full hospital facilities are available in Kathmandu. Basic medical facilities are available in Bandipur and Gorkha. Your guide and driver can assist with local arrangements if required.
                   

                Packing Checklist

                • Essential Clothing: Comfortable layered clothing suitable for sightseeing and walking, along with a light jacket for cooler evenings in Bandipur and Gorkha.

                • Footwear: A comfortable pair of walking shoes suitable for the Ramkot village hike.

                • Trail Gear: A sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light rain jacket for changing weather.

                • Personal Items: A small daypack, reusable water bottle, personal toiletries, camera, and any personal medications you need.
                   

                Important Notices

                • Travel Advisories: Before you travel, we recommend checking the latest travel advice issued by your home country. Our team is happy to provide local updates before your trip.

                • Cable Car Schedule: The Manakamana cable car operates on a fixed schedule and may occasionally be affected by maintenance or weather. We will make suitable arrangements to keep your journey smooth.

                • Responsible Travel: We encourage you to respect local customs, dress appropriately when visiting temples and palaces, ask permission before photographing local people, and help protect the towns and villages you pass through.

                Trip Preparations

                • Is this Bandipur tour suitable for families with children?

                  Yes. This is an easy family holiday in Nepal designed with comfortable transportation, premium accommodation, relaxed sightseeing, and a manageable village walking experience.
                   

                • Bandipur is known for its well preserved Newar architecture, preserved cultural atmosphere, temples, and scenic hilltop setting and old trading town, offering a heritage experience rather than a high altitude trek.

                • The walk takes you through peaceful countryside, terraced farmland, village trails, and traditional rural landscapes. It provides families with an opportunity to experience local village life.

                • Gorkha is closely connected with the Shah dynasty and the history of the unification of Nepal. The historic Gorkha Palace and surrounding cultural sites , along with the nearby Gorkha Kalika Temple.

                • Yes, the cable car ride to and from Manakamana is included in this package.

                • Manakamana Temple is one of Nepal's most visited pilgrimage sites, dedicated to a form of the goddess Bhagwati, and is known for granting the wishes of devotees.

                • Yes. This itinerary is suitable for first time visitors who want to experience Nepal's history, culture, traditional villages, and scenic hill landscapes without undertaking a demanding trek.

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