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Kathmandu Highlights: Local Mini Bus Tour
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Kathmandu
Visit Kathmandu’s points of interest like a local by using shared minibuses. This is the best tour option to see many places in Kathmandu in a day at a reasonable cost.
Visit Kathmandu’s points of interest like a local by using shared minibuses. This is the best tour option to see many places in Kathmandu in a day at a reasonable cost.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pashupatinath Temple - Pashupatinath Temple is a highly revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated along the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, Nepal. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it holds significant religious, cultural, and historical importance, attracting Hindu pilgrims and tourists globally. The expansive temple complex…
- Pashupatinath Temple - Pashupatinath Temple is a highly revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated along the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, Nepal. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it holds significant religious, cultural, and historical importance, attracting Hindu pilgrims and tourists globally. The expansive temple complex includes numerous shrines, ashrams, and temples on both sides of the Bagmati River. While visitors are welcome to explore the complex, certain areas may be restricted to Hindus only. Pashupatinath Temple is a symbol of Nepal’s rich cultural, religious, and architectural heritage, drawing those in search of spiritual peace, cultural understanding, or insights into ancient Hindu traditions.
- Swayambhunath - Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple, is an ancient and esteemed religious site located on a hill in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it holds great cultural, historical, and spiritual importance. The central structure of Swayambhunath is a stupa, a dome-shaped monument that exemplifies Buddhist architecture. The stupa features the iconic eyes painted on each of its four sides, representing the Buddha’s omnipresence and wisdom, with a golden spire and pinnacle above. A distinctive feature of Swayambhunath is the presence of numerous monkeys, earning it the nickname Monkey Temple. Visitors often see these monkeys roaming the area, adding to its charm. Devotees and tourists ascend a long staircase to reach the hilltop, passing colorful prayer flags and smaller shrines along the way.
- Boudhha - The main highlight of Boudhanath is its enormous stupa, which serves as the area’s focal point. The stupa symbolizes enlightenment and is adorned with vibrant prayer flags, intricate designs, and the “Buddha eyes” or “Wisdom eyes” painted on all four sides, symbolizing Buddha’s all-seeing nature and teachings. Surrounding the stupa are monasteries, temples, shops, and restaurants catering to both tourists and Buddhist practitioners. Boudhanath has become a center for Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal and is home to a significant Tibetan refugee population, creating a unique blend of Tibetan culture and spirituality.
- Budhanilakantha Temple - Budhanilkantha, also known as the “Sleeping Vishnu” or “Budhanilkantha Temple,” is a prominent religious site located on the northern outskirts of Kathmandu, Nepal. The temple is famous for its large stone statue of Lord Vishnu in a reclining position on a coiled serpent named Shesha or Ananta. The statue is carved from a single black stone, depicting Lord Vishnu, a major deity in Hinduism, resting peacefully on the cosmic serpent Shesha in a small pond. Lord Vishnu is regarded as the preserver of the universe in Hindu mythology, and this representation symbolizes his cosmic sleep, signifying the universe’s existence.

What's Included
- Seat in sharing mini bus
- Seat in sharing mini bus
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees and personal expenses (around $30 for foreigners and 2500 for SAARC citizens in total)
- Entrance fees and personal expenses (around $30 for foreigners and 2500 for SAARC citizens in total)
Location
The Malla Hotel
Lekhnath Marg
Opposite of Hotel Malla main gate in the Main Street. Stand there for few minutes, we will pickup you right from there.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Reginamaria_j
Apr 13, 2024
Amazing tour - We spent time more than a half day tour visiting temples in Kathmandu along with other travelers. The tour was great.
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