7 UNESCO Heritage Sites Day Tour

To Kathmandu D Square

Kathmandu Durbar Square is the first exploration site on the Tour of Nepal’s 7 UNESCO Heritage Sites. The tour to Durbar Square begins early at 8:00 am as our guide with transportation will pick you up at your Hotel. Within a drive of 10-15 minutes, you’ll reach Kathmandu Durbar Square and visit for about one hour. On the day, you’ll sightsee Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Taleju Temple, Jagannath Temple, Kumari Ghar, Tribhuvan Museum, Kal Bhairav Statue, and Basantapur Durbar Square area.

 To Swyambhunath Stupa

Around 9:30 am, you’ll reach Swayambhunath Stupa, lying 2.1km from Kathmandu Durbar Square. As you reach the Stupa, a statue of 3 big gold-plated monuments will appeal to your eye. Afterward, you’ll walk up the 365 stone steps that lead to the main Stupa with its golden spire, the all-seeing eye of Budda. Reaching the main Stupa, you’ll take a kora (circumambulation), explore Harati Devi Temple, Vajra (Thunderbolt) sculpture, Shantipur Temple, and enjoy a 360-degree view of Kathmandu Valley.

To Bouddhanath Stupa

The tour moves towards another outstanding universal value treasure, Boudhanatha Stupa from Swayambhunath, and reaches around 10:00 am. Boudhantah is 9km from Swayamabbunath, which takes about half an hour to drive. As you enter Boudhanath, a grand white dome with a golden spire and the eyes of Buddha will welcome you and immediately grab your attention. You’ll explore the surroundings of the Stupa, take circumambulation, and witness prayers and monks and how they worship their god. After a while, you’ll have lunch at a rooftop restaurant, enjoying the 360 view of the Stupa.

 To Pashupatinath Temple

Leaving Boudhanath, the drive takes you to Pashupatinath at about 12:45 pm. It takes only 10-15 minutes from Boudhanath to Pashupatinath, covering 3.6km. You can admire the pagoda-style architecture on the golden rooftop of the main building of Pashupation as you get inside the temple. Likewise, you will witness Hindu cremation rituals at Cremation Ghat “Arya Ghat” along the banks of the Bagmati River. Similarly, you will visit Goraknath temple, Ram Mandir, Guhyeshwari temple, and Deer Park “Mirgasthali.”

To Patan Durbar Square

Driving through the Pashupatinath temple, you’ll get to Patan Durbar Square, lying 8.2km from Pashupatinath. It will be around 1:30 pm when you get to Durbar Square. As you step foot into the Durbar Square, medieval architecture with a tranquil experience will amaze you. At the Patan Durbar Square, you’ll visit Krishna Mandir, Patan Museum, Golden Temple, Taljeu Bell, Vishnu Nath Temple, Tusha Hiti Stepwell, Bhimsen Temple, Mahanouddha Temple, and Kumbeshwar Temple.

To Bhaktapur D Square

Spending a good time at Patan Durbar Square, you’ll continue your World’s UNESCO Wonders tour towards Bhaktapur Durbar Square, another captivating location. Lying 11.7km from Patan, reaching Bhaktapur Durbar Square takes about 40 minutes and will be around 3:15 pm. Stepping foot into Durbar Square, you can marvel at the grand area with red-brick temples, intricately carved wooden structures, and open courtyards. Moreover, you will explore the 55-window palace, Vastala temple, Nyatapola temple, Bhairavnath temple, Dattatreya Square, Pottery Square, Peakcock Window, and Siddhapokhari on the tour, offering an unforgettable experience.

 To Changunarayan

You’ll reach Changunarayan temple from Bhaktapur Durbar Square by 4:30 pm. Changunarayan is another awe-inspiring UNESCO Heritage site with a rich history. The main temple has a two-tiered pagoda style, and its intricate wooden carving will appeal to your eye. Likewise, during the Changunarayan visit, you’ll witness stone inscriptions, Vishnu’s various forms, Chanda Narayan, and other smaller shrines. In addition, you can marvel at scenic views of Kathmandu Valley and lush hills as the temple lies on the hilltop.