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Nepali food is delicious but if you want to do more than just taste it in Kathmandu’s restaurants, join a cooking class in a local family home. Start by visiting the local market and a private organic farm to choose your ingredients. Learn the techniques, tastes, and tricks of favorite dishes such as dal bhat (lentils and rice), momo dumplings, and sel roti (sweet fried bread).

Learn more about Nepali culture through its food. During this fun, hands-on cooking class, participants will start from scratch by learning how to choose the best ingredients, and work through to complicated techniques, like making momos. Three different menus are offered, each containing four traditional Nepali dishes, so there should be something for everyone to enjoy. Foodies and enthusiastic cooks will especially enjoy this activity, but you don’t need to have cooking experience.

Hit the streets and alleyways of Kathmandu with your guide on this small group walking tour of the city. You’ll spend the majority of your time in the Asan markets, where spices, fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, grains, pulses, and anything you would need to buy if you were a Kathmandu local is on sale. Your guide will point out all the local ingredients and tell stories along the way.

Kathmandu Valley is known for its unique Buddhist and Hindu heritage, reflected in its most popular landmarks. But cultural and religious attractions are spread out, making them difficult to cover with limited time. Visit four UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single day— Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Patan Durbar Square—during this full-day private tour, which also includes door-to-door transportation.

Travelers interested in Nepali culture, religion, and history will enjoy this private half-day tour to an unusual spot that many travelers overlook. Your guide explains the origins of the mysterious Sleeping Vishnu statue at Budhanilkantha and why it’s a unique Hindu site of worship. Hotel transfers are included, so you avoid taxi hassles.

Visit all seven of the Kathmandu Valley’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 10 to 12 hours on this action-packed private tour. You won’t feel rushed as you’ll travel between each site in a comfortable private vehicle with a local guide. This convenient tour includes popular central sites—such as Kathmandu Durbar Square and Pashupatinath Temple—as well as lesser-known ones, like Changu Narayan.

Enjoy a peaceful outing from Kathmandu without traveling far from the city on a private guided tour to the Chandragiri Hills. Ride the scenic cable car to the hilltop park, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, and take in panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains and Kathmandu Valley without having to trek for hours—or even days. Comfortable transportation and a flexible itinerary let you explore natural beauty and cultural heritage with ease.

Enjoy a relaxing departure from Kathmandu during this private car transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport. Get picked up from inside your hotel lobby and dropped off ahead of your flight. Travel comfortably in a climate-controlled vehicle with your own personal driver. Pickup from Patan and Bhaktapur can be arranged at an additional cost.

See the majestic Himalayan mountains, including Mt. Everest, on a private full-day tour from Kathmandu. There’s no need to catch uncomfortable public buses as round-trip transportation from the capital is included. After admiring the views from Nagarkot, hike downhill for a few hours through the Himalayan foothills and farmland, visiting villages and the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Changu Narayan temple. Your guide ensures you don’t get lost and answers questions.

Explore the religious traditions of Kathmandu during this evening visit to two UNESCO World Heritage sites: Hindu Pashupatinath Temple and Tibetan Buddhist Boudhanath Stupa. Join your knowledgeable guide at these two iconic spiritual centers, witnessing the hum of daily activity. Glimpse the life of the sadhus, witness people get their future with read by a local palm- reader and witness cremations along the Bagmati River.

The Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites—Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath and Swayambhunath Stupas, and Patan Durbar Square—cover both Hindu and Buddhist traditions across a valley that requires local knowledge to navigate meaningfully in a single day. This private tour connects all four with a thangka painting school (traditional Tibetan Buddhist devotional art) visit and a singing bowl demonstration included alongside the site visits.

Let’s visit to the Pashupatinath temple, one of the most sacred and oldest Hindu temples in the world. Our expert guides, with a Ph.D. in Tangible and Intangible Heritages of Pashupatinath and experts under his supervision, will lead the tour. You will learn about the religious and cultural practices within the temple premises, including a visit to the Hindu crematorium. Our guide will explain everything from mythological values to the present-day status of Hinduism logically and scientifically like no other in the industry can do, so you will have a deeper understanding of the values and beliefs of the temple area as well. Along the way, we will pass through the vibrant and celebratory part of the temple, leading up to the crematoria, which will give us a practical understanding of the sanctity of life. We will also witness the Bagmati river bank aarti, a beautiful and energetic offering to Shree Pashupatinath. Join us for an enlightening and unforgettable experience.

Get an insider’s perspective on Nepal’s bustling and history-filled capital during this private, half-day walking tour of Kathmandu. Explore the city on foot, discovering little-known nooks and crannies hidden within the sprawling metropolis. Listen to stories related to Kathmandu’s history and heritage from your own personal English-speaking guide. Observe the daily lives of locals in temples, markets, and more.

The ancient kingdom of Patan includes some of the finest temples, palaces, and traditional Nepali architecture in the Kathmandu Valley. Learn about the distinct culture and history of this area on this easy half-day tour. Visit highlights like the Patan Museum, the Durbar Square, and the Golden Temple. Includes hotel transfers from anywhere within Kathmandu’s Ring Road zone (including Boudha).

Visit several must-see highlights in Kathmandu on this private day tour with a guide dedicated to you and your party. While you travel, your guide will provide commentary tailored to your interests and answer questions. Highlights include the Tibetan Buddhist Boudhanath Stupa, Hindu Pashupatinath Temple, the Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath), and Kathmandu Durbar Square. All private transportation is provided, making this multi-stop tour easy.

Explore Nepal’s Tibetan culture and spirituality on this tour from Pokhara. With round-trip travel from your hotel included, visit the settlement with your Tibetan guide and learn of the residents’ struggles as refugees in Nepal. Enjoy a traditional breakfast with a local Tibetan family, and attend the morning group prayer at the Tibetan monastery. During your tour, you’ll gain insight into the symbols and images of Tibetan Buddhism.

Escape Kathmandu's bustle with a private day trip to Chandragiri Hills. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and the Himalaya beyond from a scenic cable car ride, rising up through pine forests. Avoid the hassle of catching taxis or buses from the city. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, cable car tickets, and free time to explore hiking trails or dine at on-site restaurants at the summit.

There are seven different sights in the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage listing, and getting around them all independently could take days. Discover them the easy way on these door-to-door tour packages that include a guide but exclude entrance fees. Witness evening worship at Pashupatinath temple; cover the four most important sites; or fit all seven into one action-packed day. Private tour options offer an even more personal experience.

Experience the unforgettable journey blending history, culture, and natural beauty. We pick you up from your hotel and stop at Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll explore ancient courtyards, stunning temples, and the timeless charm of this Newari city. Next, we head to Dhulikhel, renowned for its breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas and traditional Newari heritage. From here, the journey continues to the serene Namobuddha, a sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site where legend meets tranquility. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance and take in the stunning surroundings. The final stop is Panauti, a charming town steeped in history and culture. Discover its ancient temples, intricate wood carvings, and the spiritual confluence of sacred rivers. While returning back we pass by the impressive Shiva Statue in Sanga, one of the tallest Shiva statues in the world. If you wish, we can stop for a closer look or capture a memorable photograph before heading back to your hotel.

Escape the bustle of the capital and explore three attractions within the scenic Kathmandu Valley during this private full-day tour from Kathmandu. Visit multiple historic temples, including a popular pilgrimage site to the fearsome goddess Kali. Enjoy a sumptuous all-inclusive lunch of traditional Newari food. Learn about the valley’s indigenous inhabitants while admiring stunning panoramic views.

Kathmandu’s rich Buddhist heritage is visible everywhere, but first-time visitors often don’t know what to look out for. Enjoy a private day tour to three key Buddhist sites in the Nepali capital: Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Kopan Monastery. Experience peaceful hilltop views, observe authentic rituals, and learn about Tibetan Buddhism in tranquil settings. Learn more about Kathmandu’s cultural and spiritual heritage from your guide than you would going alone.

Explore the ancient kingdom of Kirtipur in the Kathmandu Valley on this private tour, which gives you personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Immerse yourself in the culture of the Newar people, who have occupied the land for centuries, and enjoy a traditional Newari lunch. Visit some of the local temples, see elaborate historic brick houses, and photograph elaborate pagodas.

For those with limited time in Lumbini, this tour takes you on an efficient exploration of the Mayadevi Temple. Immerse yourself in history as you traverse the sacred grounds of the Mayadevi Temple. Relax in the comfort of your transfer vehicle, stay refreshed with a complimentary bottle of water, and enjoy the company of your guide as you embark on your expedition.

Pashupatinath Temple comes to life in the evening, during the nightly aarti worship. Better understand the cultural and religious significance of what’s going on by going with a private guide. You don’t need to feel intimidated by the somber atmosphere of this important temple as your guide will make sure the right etiquette is followed. This is a must-do tour for travelers interested in Nepali Hindu culture.