All Kathmandu Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Kathmandu Sightseeing | UNESCO World Heritage sites Private/Group

4 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Ideal for history and nature enthusiasts, this private tour covers the highlights of the former independent kingdom of Bhaktapur plus stunning views from the Himalayan hill station of Nagarkot. See Bhaktapur's well-preserved Durbar Square and, on clear days, admire views all the way to Mt. Everest from Nagarkot. Tours include your own guide, free time to shop for handicrafts, and comfortable, round-trip transportation from your Kathmandu hotel.

Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Not many people can claim to have reached the top of Mount Everest. During this exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime flight from Kathmandu, soar over the Eastern Himalayas, getting a bird’s eye panorama of the world’s tallest—and most legendary—mountain chain, including Everest. Enjoy the magic of the world-famous summit without the struggle to make it to the top. Tours include private hotel pickup and drop-off and a celebratory glass of sparkling wine.

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Kathmandu: Everest Flight by Plane or Helicopter Landing Tour

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Kathmandu’s top sights are spread throughout the sprawling capital, meaning most visitors end up missing key attractions. On this action-packed day tour, you’ll cover all of the region’s UNESCO-listed highlights. Travel in a comfortable private car between locations in the city, with a private guide on-hand to supply information and background. Of course, you'll venture to Changu Narayan, the oldest temple in the Kathmandu Valley.

UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu

8 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy some of the best natural and cultural experiences in Nepal on an easy day trip from Kathmandu. Start by watching the sunrise over the Himalaya from Nagarkot, one of the best mountain viewpoints near Kathmandu. Then hike through villages and farmland to the UNESCO-listed temples of Changu Narayan. A great trip for active travelers who are interested in both cultural and natural attractions.

Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

1 Hour Mount Everest flight from Kathmandu With Hotel Pick Up

53 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a beautiful day out from Kathmandu without the hassle of catching buses. Your driver picks you up early for the drive to Nagarkot in time for sunrise. On a clear day, enjoy magnificent views of the mountains, including Everest and the Annapurna range. Hike through farmland and villages toward Changu Narayan with a guide leading the way. End with a visit to the UNESCO–listed Changu Narayan Temple.

The Most Beautiful 1 Day Experience in Kathmandu Nepal

The Most Beautiful 1 Day Experience in Kathmandu Nepal

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Kathmandu Valley on this private guided tour. You'll enjoy dedicated attention from your guide and the ability to move at your own pace through the area's top attractions. Stops include UNESCO-listed sites such as Pashupati, Bouddha, Patan Durbar Square, and others, with comfortable transportation, lunch, and convenient hotel transfers included.

Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Kathmandu: Full Day 7 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Catching views of the mighty Himalayan mountains is a must-do Nepal activity, but trekking is strenuous and takes time. Enjoy views easily on a helicopter flight from Kathmandu to Mt. Everest Base Camp, touching down for breakfast (own expense) in a prime mountain location. Get aerial views of the world’s highest mountain and other impressive peaks. Stop in Lukla to refuel and get a glimpse of the mountain town.

Landing Everest Base Camp Kalapathar by Helicopter with Breakfast

Landing Everest Base Camp Kalapathar by Helicopter with Breakfast

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Namaste! Come hungry to explore Kathmandu's culinary wonders on an immersive walking tour led by a professional licensed Tour and Trekking Guide and certified Barista. Having personally explored the diverse cuisines of India, Sri Lanka, China and Thailand, I bring a global perspective on hospitality and hygiene to every stop. I use this expertise to curate only the most exceptional eateries—hidden gems and centuries-old traditions you won’t find in any guidebook. From the aromatic spices of Asan Bazaar to the soulful street food of Thamel, we prioritize quality over quantity to ensure every bite is a safe, authentic taste of Nepal. What sets this experience apart is the sincere connection we forge. Guided by the philosophy of Atithi Devo Bhava (a guest is like a god), I share the deep stories of our local vendors and the "why" behind every recipe. Join me for a meaningful cultural exchange and a journey through the heart and soul of Kathmandu. Dhanyawaad/Thank You!

Kathmandu Food and Drink Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Knife (Khukuri) Making Workshop- Forge of the Gurkhas

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu

Chandragiri Cable Car with Kathmandu Valley.

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the rich cultural heritage of Kathmandu on a private guided tour of its UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit sacred temples, ancient royal palaces, historic squares, and magnificent stupas while learning about Nepal’s history, culture, and traditions. Designed for flexibility and comfort, this private experience lets you choose the itinerary that best suits your interests and schedule: Option A – Half Day: 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Option B – Full Day: 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Option C – Full Day: 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Travel in a comfortable private vehicle with a professional English-speaking licensed guide. With a flexible start time between 7:00 AM and 2:00 PM, this tour is perfect for first-time visitors, culture enthusiasts, and travelers before or after a trek, offering an excellent introduction to Kathmandu’s most treasured landmarks.

Kathmandu Private Tour: UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Kathmandu Private Tour: UNESCO World Heritage Sites

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Kathmandu Valley is filled with incredible hiking opportunities, but navigating its mountain trails when you’re unfamiliar with the area is a challenge. On this full-day sunrise tour, enjoy bird’s eye views spanning the snow-capped Himalayan peaks before embarking on a 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) hike to Changu Narayan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley. Hotel transfers, bottled water, and entrance fees are included.

Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu

Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the busy streets of Kathmandu and discover the spiritual, cultural, and scenic beauty of the Kathmandu Valley on this private day tour. Visit the sacred Namobuddha Monastery, one of Nepal's most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, where you may have the opportunity to observe daily prayers with monks and devotees. Continue to the charming hill town of Dhulikhel for panoramic Himalayan views and explore the ancient Newari town of Panauti, home to the historic Indreshwar Mahadev Temple and beautifully preserved traditional architecture. Unlike standard sightseeing tours, this experience combines Buddhist spirituality, authentic Newari culture, and peaceful countryside in a single journey. Travel in a comfortable private vehicle with a professional guide or choose the driver-only option if you prefer to explore independently. With flexible departures and personalized service, you can enjoy the day at your own pace.

Namobuddha, Dhulikhel & Panauti: Private Day Tour from Kathmandu

Namobuddha, Dhulikhel & Panauti: Private Day Tour from Kathmandu

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover Kathmandu's culinary scene on this engaging 2-hour food tour. Wander from Thamel to Kathmandu Durbar Square, exploring hidden gems like Asan Bazar while sampling traditional dishes. Experience authentic flavors with local favorites such as Chatamari (Nepali pizza), Yomari (sweet bread), and Lassi (yogurt drink). Manoj, your knowledgeable guide, shares insights about the city's rich heritage and culture while ensuring a memorable experience. With a focus on local cuisine, this small group tour is perfect for food enthusiasts eager to taste and learn about Nepalese gastronomy. - 2-hour walking food tour through Kathmandu's vibrant streets - Sample a variety of local dishes and drinks, including street food favorites - Led by a licensed guide passionate about Nepalese culture

Walking Food Tour in Kathmandu Taste of Local

Walking Food Tour in Kathmandu Taste of Local

2 hours 20 minutesFree Cancellation

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3-Day Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari Tour Package with Pick Up

3 daysFree Cancellation

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime journey with Buddha Air and witness Mount Everest up close from the sky. Enjoy a guaranteed window seat and breathtaking panoramic views of the world’s highest peaks on this unforgettable scenic flight from Kathmandu. This 50–60minute flight includes smooth round-trip hotel transfers for a completely hassle-free experience. Perfect for couples, families, and travelers looking to capture stunning aerial views of Everest and the Himalayas.

Mount Everest Scenic Flight with Guaranteed Window Seat &Transfer

Mount Everest Scenic Flight with Guaranteed Window Seat &Transfer

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch - Private/Group

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Aarati (Arati) Pooja at Pashupatinath temple is an extraordinary cultural experience one can witness in Kathmandu. This event takes place every evening at around 6:00 PM - 7:00PM depending on season and lasts for an hour. Our guide and driver will meet you between 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at your hotel to take you to this mesmerizing event. Besides Arati and Pashupatinath temple, the tour includes observing cremation ceremony on the bank of holy Bagmati River and visiting other monuments within the surrounding area. The Aarati Pooja is basically a day closing ceremony offering light, flower, incenses and other objects to Lord Shiva to whom the temple is dedicated to. The Ceremony is led by Hindu Bramhin Priests amidst the live Bhajana (devotional songs) joined by hundreds of devotees. As the first team to list this unique cultural event to the travelers, we assure you a deeply memorable cultural experience from this short evening stroll in Kathmandu.

Pashupatinath Evening Aarati: Few Divinely Hours in Kathmandu

2 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

This cooking class offers a true taste of Nepal’s rich culinary heritage in a hands-on, intimate setting led by passionate local chefs. What makes it unique is the perfect blend of authentic flavors, cultural storytelling, and interactive cooking—right from shopping for fresh ingredients to learning the art of momo-making and crafting traditional dishes like dal bhat and yomari. Whether you're shaping your first dumpling or sipping on homemade masala tea, every moment is seasoned with local insights and heartfelt hospitality. It's not just a cooking class — it’s a cultural feast in the heart of Kathmandu.

Kathmandu: Cook Nepali Dishes & Momos with Local Chefs & Pickup

Kathmandu: Cook Nepali Dishes & Momos with Local Chefs & Pickup

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Swyambhunath Stupa or Monkey Temple which is Buddhist Temple in Kathmandu, which lies on the top of small hill.

Private Kathmandu Day Tour: 2 or 4 or 7 UNESCO Heritage Sites

3 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Kathmandu Food and Drink Walking Tour

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What are people saying about Kathmandu

Pauline_k, Oct 2026

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I had a great experience on this food tour! The guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Nepali culture and cuisine. I enjoyed exploring local neighborhoods, discovering authentic local food, and learning about the stories and traditions behind the dishes. It was a great way to experience Kathmandu beyond the usual tourist attractions. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to explore Nepal through its food and culture!

Knife (Khukuri) Making Workshop- Forge of the Gurkhas

Christian_k, Oct 2026

Highlight of Kathmandu

Incredible experience from start to finish, the master crafts man and his son were so welcoming and friendly, both very knowledgeable and explained their methods well. The translator was amazing at facilitating the conversations and being personable. Would recommend this to anyone, not only had a great experience but left with an amazing keepsake I’ll have forever. A must do in Kathmandu.

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

Grady_B, Oct 2026

Great experience!

Flight around Mt. Everest is well worth the early morning. Driver picked us up at hotel and got us into the airport with minimal fuss. Gave us a light boxed breakfast as well. Be flexible on flight departure times. KTM is an international airport with only one runway so delays are par for the course. Once flight is in the air, it's not long before the Himalayas appear. Flight attendant lets you know which mountains you're seeing. Once you return, driver gets you back to hotel. Any way you slice it, it's a cool experience and worth the price and early wakeup. Viator team was helpful every step of the way.

Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

Brenda_S, Oct 2026

An amazing excursion

A great outing! Sunrise from Nagarkot was amazing. The views of the Himalayas as the sun rose were incredible. We were fortunate to have a clear morning. After a stop fir tea and fresh baked goods we began a four hour hike to the temple. We thoroughly enjoyed walking through back country roads with views of hillside terraces and then on mountainside trails. Shishir was a great guide sharing his knowledge of the area. Pace of the hike was very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this excursion from Kathmandu. It’s a great way to experience the majesty of nature and culture just outside the city.

Kathmandu Sightseeing | UNESCO World Heritage sites Private/Group

adamclancy, Oct 2026

Fantastic day exploring Kathmandu's 7 UNESCO sites!

We had a fantastic day exploring all 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu and would thoroughly recommend this tour. Our guide, Subas, and driver, Madhu, were excellent. They arrived promptly at the agreed time and made the whole experience enjoyable and well organised. It was a long day, around 8 hours in total, but absolutely worth it. We managed to see so much in one day, and it was a brilliant way to experience the history, culture and incredible sights of Kathmandu. A big thank you to Subas (and Madhu) for a memorable day. If you're visiting Kathmandu and want to see as much as possible, this is definitely a tour worth doing. Highly recommended!

Kathmandu: Full Day 7 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

Aaron_T, Oct 2026

All About The Vibes

This was honestly such a wonderful day, the perfect introduction to Kathmandu for those only in the city for a short while. My guide was Rustam, and what a perfect guide he was. Super attentive and absolutely full of knowledge. Not to mention his sense of humour really meet the day. He mentioned a few times throughout the day that it was "all about the vibes", which ended up being the slogan for the rest of the day. This day was wonderful and I'm very grateful for the time. Thanks!

Landing Everest Base Camp Kalapathar by Helicopter with Breakfast

adamclancy, Oct 2026

Excellent tour with out of this world views

We really enjoyed this tour and we were lucky enough to be booked on the first day after the monsoon season officially ended so the weather was perfect all the way through. Buddhi was excellent with communication; after the booking was made, the in person briefing at our hotel the day before and also making sure we were collected and returned to our hotel at both ends. The Airbus helicopters used have the less usual 1 passenger in front and 4 in the back seat configuration, but the other people on our tour were all game for switching seats after each stop so everyone gets a chance by the window, or up front, for some great pictures (you also do get the chopper to yourselves for a short private section when they take turns shuttling you up to a viewpoint over Base Camp, which was great, even if the air was very thin at the high altitude!) The breakfast at the hotel is one of two fixed menus and was good but the views there are what made the tour worth the relatively high price. If you get the chance to do it then we’d highly recommend the tour.

UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu

Kristyene_B, Sep 2026

UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Marvellous experience with a well versed Guide Shanti who was very knowledgable and helpful showing us around. The driver was an expert at driving us safely to each destination and back. A tour packed with very interesting info about palaces, temples and places -strongly recommend.

Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

Martijn_S, Sep 2026

I had a very pleasant day...

I had a very pleasant day trip. It was well organized and even though I booked a group tour the operator was kind enough to let me have a private tour for the same price instead when it turned out that there were no other participants. My guide (Purshottam) and driver (Ramiz) were both very professional and made me feel safe throughout the whole trip. Although the weather for the sunrise itself wasn't perfect I would say that the whole trip including the walk and visit to some temples was well worth it!

Shamanism Tour in Nepal - One-to-one Consultation with Sharmans

jessica_h, Apr 2026

If you are interested in alternative healing you must do!

I have always been interested in alternative medicine and healers since I was a little girl. Krishna was an excellent guide. He explained what the Shaman would do and what it was. I was able to have my own consultation and he explained everything to me and what the Shaman said and explained the ceremony. During the ceremony I could feel the vibrations and energy moving up and throughout my body. I was definitely a lot more relaxed afterwards. I was also able to witness locals visit with Shaman as well and their ceremonies. Each ceremony was different. Krishna was very thorough, friendly, and welcoming! He even took photos and video of the ceremony for me. I couldn’t ask for a better guide.

Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu

George_Z, Apr 2026

A Wonderful Window into Nepal

After having traveled to over 70 countries and taken my fair share of tours, our guide on this tour, Bidhya, was quite possibly the best tour guide I've ever had. We started our morning with a pick up at our hotel where Bidhya was waiting and drove out to Nagarkot for a short hike through the hills halfway across the suspension bridge and up to the lookout point for the Himalayas. The drive to get there was about an hour and a half in a comfortable, air conditioned car, where Bidhya gave us a very detailed explanation of the Kathmandu Valley and its history and traditions. After Nagarkot, we headed to Bhaktapur where we walked among the squares and temples, and the local streets, for a good two hours. This was a fantastic look into a fascinating world. All throughout, Bidhya explained the importance and use of the squares along with a background as to how Hinduism and Bhuddism are practiced in Nepal. After a good 6 hours, we returned to our hotel, extremely satisfied with our experience. A huge shoutout to Breakfree Adventures for putting this trip together and all the kudos in the world for the best guide in Kathmandu, Bidhya. Kudos as well to our great driver Lok who managed those Kathmandu Valley streets to perfection. A wonderful and highly recommended experience!!!