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HISTORICAL KATHMANDU – 4 DAYS

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The Kathmandu Valley has long been a vibrant melting pot of cultures, religions, and artistic traditions. From the 12th to the 18th centuries, rulers of the valley’s city-kingdoms adorned their realms with exquisite palaces and intricate craftsmanship. As you wander through this storied land — often referred to as the Valley of the Gods — you’ll uncover ancient temples, timeless myths, and the harmonious coexistence of Hinduism and Buddhism at every turn.

Itinerary

Day 01 :
ARRIVE KATHMANDU

On arrival, you will be met and transfer to the hotel. Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is one of the world's oldest cities. The old part of the city, with narrow medieval streets and lovely little shrines, centers on the Durbar Square. The three cities of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur are of historical importance and retain monuments of immense artistic and cultural value. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 02 :
KATHMANDU

Breakfast. Morning tour of the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa and the city. The Durbar Square served as the main city square of ancient Kathmandu with the Hanuman Dhoka Palace, built by Pratap Malla, one the greatest lovers of art to have ruled Kathmandu. About 2000 years old, Swayambhunath is perched on a hillock on the south-western edge of Kathmandu. The stupa, is a dome 20 meters in diameter and 32 meters high and is made of brick and earth mounted by a conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. Afternoon tour of Patan, located on the southern banks of the Bagmati River, is one of the three main cities in Kathmandu Valley. Patan is famous for its amazing collection of fantastically carved temples, palace courtyards, water spouts, public baths and houses with their equally elaborate wood, stone and metal carvings under the patronages of the Kirat, Lichivi and Malla kings. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 03 :
KATHMANDU

Breakfast. Morning visit the Boudhanath Stupa. With a base of 82 meters in diameter, Boudhanath is claimed to be the largest Buddhist stupa in the world. Also visit Bhaktapur, a medieval city where the Newars, the main inhabitants still follow age old traditions and customs. It houses some of the best examples of Nepali craftsmanship on wood and stone such as the Palace of 55 Windows built in 1697, the five storied Nyatapola Temple, the Kashi Biswanath Temple, and the Dattatreya Temple among many others. Late afternoon, return to Kathmandu. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 04 :
DEPART KATHMANDU

Breakfast. Morning transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

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HISTORICAL KATHMANDU – 4 DAYS