Kathmandu Sightseeing Day Tour
The Kathmandu sightseeing day tour covers four of the Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage monuments in one full day with a licensed guide and private vehicle. Start at the hilltop stupa of Swayambhunath, explore the palaces and temples of Kathmandu Durbar Square, see the riverside ghats of Pashupatinath, Nepal's holiest Hindu temple, and end at dusk at the great stupa of Boudhanath.
It is perfect for your first or last day in Nepal, before or after a trek. Entry fees, lunch, transport and guide are included.
Trip highlights
- Four UNESCO World Heritage monuments in one day
- Swayambhunath, the hilltop "Monkey Temple"
- Kathmandu Durbar Square and the Kumari Ghar
- Pashupatinath on the Bagmati River
- Dusk at Boudhanath stupa
Short itinerary
View detailed itineraryKathmandu Sightseeing Day Tour overview
Quick answer: this full-day tour visits Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath, and costs from US$75 per person, including a private vehicle, licensed guide, entry fees and lunch.
Kathmandu's monuments are best understood with a good guide, who can explain the Hindu and Buddhist traditions, the history of the Malla kings and the daily rituals going on around you. Read more in our place guides to Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath.
At a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 7–8 hours |
| Sites | Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath |
| Transport | Private vehicle |
| Grade | Easy, some steps |
| Cost | From US$75 per person |
Day-by-day itinerary
What’s included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private vehicle for the day
- Licensed, English-speaking city guide
- Entry fees to all four sites
- Lunch
- All government and local taxes
Not included
- Drinks and snacks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your guide and driver
Useful info
What to wear
Comfortable shoes for steps and uneven streets, and modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples.
Etiquette
Walk clockwise around stupas, ask before taking photos of people, and be respectful near the cremation ghats at Pashupatinath. Non-Hindus cannot enter the main Pashupatinath temple.
Packing list
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Modest clothing
- Sun hat and sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Camera
Add-ons & trip options
Choose add-ons and quantities on the booking form.
More options, quoted on request:
- Patan and Bhaktapur on a second day.
- Evening aarati at Pashupatinath.
- Half-day tour of two sites.
Frequently asked questions
Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath.
About 7–8 hours.
Yes, for all four sites.
From US$75 per person.
Non-Hindus can visit the complex but not the main temple.
Yes.