Kathmandu Valley Cultural Tour

From the ancient periods, Kathmandu valley has been the centre of cultures and civilizations. The Valley consists of three main towns namely Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur.  Archaelogical evidences have proved that the city, rich in cultures, existed as early as 2nd century BC. Specific cultural festivals, celebrations, and religious rituals have guided the daily lifestyle of the people of Kathmandu Valley. There are seven tangible cultural heritage UNESCO sites including Kathmandu Durbar square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Square, Changu Narayan Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Monastery and Swayambhunath temple. Intangible heritages have existed and remains as the main driving force for people and in general and the Royalty. Majority number of Kathmandu residents are Hindu believers and a comparable number of people believe in Buddhism. Hindu and Buddhist communities perform various cultural and religious rituals. Tantrik rituals have united both the Hindu and the Buddhist communities together. From the very ancient periods, both of the communities have lived a very harmonious life.

Hindu and Buddhist cultural and religious legends are assiciated with the early human settlements in Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu Valley Cultural Tours gives an insight into the cultural phenomena and a sightseeing of 5 UNESCO cultural sites. This is a guided private tour with an expert and friendly Thamel Travels cultural tour guide. Private car transfers and heritage sites entrance fees are included in the tour price. To live with the spirit of the cultural tours, 3 overnights will be in Kathmandu, 1 night at Nagarkot and 1 night at the heart of Bhaktapur Durbar square. Kathmandu valley cultural tours also includes 2 hours of hiking from Changu temple to Telkot through Tamang villages, an ethnic community in Kathmandu Valley suburb areas.  

Highlights

• 6 UNESCO Kathmandu valley cultural sites sightseeing 
• Changu - Telkot hike and Nagarkot sunrise Views. 
• Your own guide and car during whole tour
• Heritage sites entrace fees are included.