The beautiful city lies in Lalitpur district. Here, the best point to start our sightseeing is Patan Durbar Square with Royal Palaces, temples which the depicts the amazing skills of our ancestors. Bhimsen Temple – Temple dedicated to Bhimsen, the god of trade & business. Vishwanath Temple – the temple dedicated to lord Shiva. Krishna Mandir- The temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Bhaktapur, the third major town in the valley, where the best place to start sightseeing is Bhaktapur Durbar Square.It covers a larger area than durbar squares of Kathmandu and Lalitpur and is less crowded. This is a city of pedestrians. Vatsala Durga Temple- besides the King’s statue and directly front of the palace is the stone VatsalaDurga Temple
This is a day trip. For the trip, you will be picked you up from the hotel and drive to Trishuli. In 3.5 hours drive, you will reach Charaundi where you will be provided instructions. Under the guidance of a river guide, you venture into a river trip up to Gaighat for about 3 hours with a short lunch break. You can get a thrilling experience in white-water and observe the diversity of landscapes and heritages.
Unblocking sunrise with magnificent Himalayan ranges of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Gaurishankar and the Tibetan massif begins the trip worthy. Hiking through the traditional villages, and seeing rural lifestyles and beautiful valley views along the hiking trail add more amusement to the trip. At the end of the hike, visit the UNESCO world heritage site Changunarayan and learning about ancient history and religion can be another great experience.
Dhulikhel is the administrative centre of Kavrepalanchowk District at the Eastern rim of Kathmandu Valley, 1550m above sea level. The place offers one of the finest panoramic views of the spectular snow-capped mountains, with thw snowy mountains on the backdrop. On the way to Dhulikhel, you will stop in Sanga which is mainly famous for worlds tallest sculpture of the Hindu go Shiva. Panauti is another quaint and interesting destination of Nepal. It feels as if has been left exactly the way the founders had built the town. A nostalgic atmosphere covers the narrow town streets and ancient structures. It is known as a Newari town that is located near Roshi khola & Punyamata Khola. Panauti can be easily reached from Kathmandu, which is at a distance of 32 km south-east of the capital city. The Information Technology Park, country's only Information Technology Park is situated in between Banepa & Panauti
Once you arrived in Kathmandu, from the gateway you will be facilitated with the different packages to explore Kathmandu valley. One day Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour is the special package lunched by Good Vibe Adventure to reposeful exploring the beauty of Kathmandu valley. In this package, mainly we give priority to the heritages that have been enlisted in the world heritage list. Usually, Kathmandu valley is offered with various religious places with their own historic importance. So, exploring with such a package will surely make your journey meaning full.
Kakani Shivapuri Hiking is an countryside hiking trip we offer every day. You will visit the hidden paradise, picturesque local farmer farmland, trout fish zone and Nepal only strawberry farms throughout Shivapuri National Parks of northern Kathmandu. On the hike, you will enjoy with the pristine Himalayas panorama.
The trip begin by bustling drove from Balaju to near Kakani hill, that takes about 1.00 hour drive to the Kakani hill at 2060m. Refreshment at Kakani, meet the local Tamang people then enter the Shivapuri National Park for hike. Your guide explains some of highlights. The trip goes through Suirya Chaur ( A northern hill side, best places for panoramic mountain view) then cross the Gurje Bhangyang to Jagat (Former trading center before reaching Kathmandu valley). Take a local bus to back in your original departure hotel.
Holi also called the “Festival of Colors” which is a Nepali spring festival celebrated all across Nepal. It signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, the end of winter, and for many a festive day to meet others, play and laugh, dance, forget and forgive, and repair broken relationships. Holi falls on the Purnima (Full Moon day) falling in the Vikram Samvat Hindu Calendar month of Falgun, which falls somewhere between the end of February and the middle of March in the Gregorian calendar.
In the midst of the commotion and cacophony of Kathmandu lie two places that feature the great dichotomy of Nepal: The Garden of Dreams and the famous Thamel Shopping District. With your personal guide, navigate the narrow streets and shops to find the finest of bargains, and then relaxing in the quietness of the Garden of Dreams.
Thamel is the mecca of shopping adventure. Its narrow streets are filled with people, rickshaws and activity. Musicians provide live entertainment as you walk from shop to shop. The narrow alleyways are filled with delightful shops that feature amazing jewelry, pashmina, rare books and food from around the world.
Then there is the Garden of Dreams. A beautiful, English garden with reflecting ponds, statues and hidden alcoves that is alive with colorful flowers. It was designed almost 100 years ago by one of the Ranas whose family ruled Nepal for just over 104 years.
You can enjoy the beautiful nature and culture on your free day while you are in Kathmandu. The trip is private guided trip so you can take breaks when you need and walk on your own pace. So it's the trip for you!
This chariot festival happens in Lalitpur, this year it is happening on 11th and 15th May at the city of fine arts and the home to Patan Durbar Square, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This festival is celebrated to honor the Vajrayana Buddhist God of compassion, ‘Avalokitesvara Karunamaya’. It is one of the longest-running chariot festivals celebrated in the Kathmandu Valley.
Trip Highlights
Procession of 60-Foot Tall Chariot of Rato Machhindranath
Statue of Rato Machhindranath (Rain and Harvest God)
Living Goddess of Patan “Kumari”
Traditional Newari Music “Dhime” (Traditional Drums) And “Bhushya” (Brass Cymbals)
Observe Devotees Pulling Two Chariots
Traditional Newari Feast with The Local Community
Shivapuri hiking is best day hike in Nepal, is near the Kathmandu valley and we can return back to Kathmandu to sleep. Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park is the youngest national park in Nepal, which is established in 2002AD. The youngest national park is covered 159km2 four districts where Kathmandu, Nuwakot, Sindupalchock and Dhading adjoining 23 VDC. This national park is located in the north of the mid-hills border for the Capital city of Kathmandu Valley and Shivapuri Peak 2732mtrs entry gate from Budhanilkantha.
Shivapuri National Park has many types of vegetation like mushroom, floral, vascular and endemic plants as well many wilder animal and birds like Himalaya Black bear, Jungle cat, Golden jackal and many birds too.
Visit one of the scared sites for Buddhism, Pharping 19 km south of Kathmandu in Nepal. It is known as the Yangleshö, famous for both Hinduism and Buddhism where Guru Padmasambhava (Guru Rimpoche, known as lotus born God who spread Tibetan Buddhism in Tibeat) attained the level of Mahamudra vidyadhara. Other important religious sites are Vajrayogini temple, Shesnarayan temple, Gorakhnath temple and self-arising Ganesh near Asura Cave.
Join this 6-hour private day trip to hike Champadevi, located to the south of Kathmandu Valley. The highest altitude is 2285 meters above sea-level and commands spectacular panorama of the valley, including its surrounding mountains. Champadevi is also the religious site for Hindus and Buddhists alike. During the full moon, thousands of pilgrimages make their journey to Chamapdevi to make an offering to the Goddess.
Experience a journey of profound discovery and spiritual awakening as you delve into the sacred realms of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, where the divine essence of Hinduism and Tibetan Buddhism converge in harmony.
Travel with a tourist bus to Pokhara, the city of lakes, and experience the region's beauty. The bus offers a comfortable ride along green paddy fields and picturesque rivers, providing a perfect way to explore the area's natural beauty. The journey takes approximately 7 to 8 hours, depending on traffic conditions, and offers a chance to see the stunning landscapes, small villages and occasional mountain views.
Our spa has a relaxing ambience, situated amidst the lushness of our green garden. You can trust us to prioritize cleanliness and good hygiene practices. Our therapists have years of experience and are extremely good at their craft. They are friendly, helpful and ever ready to receive your feedback. After a good spa you can have a relaxing warm bath at Avata.
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You have access to unlimited detox water or any herbal tea of your choice. Furthermore, you can enjoy a healthy meal at our in-house restaurant or enjoy our garden space.
On this 10-hour private day trip, escape to the hills of Kathmandu Valley and hike to the village of Nagarkot. Walk through lush mountains and enjoy magnificent views of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Visit the remote temple of Changu Narayan to see Nepal’s oldest stone inscriptions.
On this 6-hour private tour, explore the temples of the ancient city of Kirtipur, visit Chobhar village and the Chobhar gorge, and Dakshinkali Temple, one of the main temples in Nepal that is dedicated to the goddess Kali, just outside the village of Pharping. Included in the tour is a private guide and hotel pickup and drop-off from Kathmandu.
Authentic Himalayan Experience: Experience traditional sound healing using authentic handcrafted Tibetan singing bowls.
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Expert Practitioner: Led by a highly trained sound therapist with deep knowledge of meditation and wellness practices.
Peaceful Environment: Enjoy therapy in a calm, peaceful, and clean environment, perfect for mindfulness and healing.
Cultural Connection: Learn about the ancient Nepalese art of sound healing, a cultural tradition passed down through generations.
Shivapuri National Park is a natural paradise that offers a commendable and stunning view of several peaks including Langtang and Rolwaling Himalayas, pleasant nature, holy Bagmati River, amazing view of Kathmandu valley and the magnificent surroundings.
You will follow the trail that proceeds next to the rugged path via dense forest including various flora and fauna for one and a half hours until you reach Nangi Gompa, where a nunnery monastery is located. Further from the monastery, the trail goes steeply uphill via rhododendron, oak, pine and bamboo forest for a couple of hours. While walking, you will enjoy the melody of chirping birds and monkeys gaze which makes feel like you are in a treat. After reaching at the top of the hill you will encounter the stunning views of Langtang-Lirtung, Roalwaling, Dorjj Lhakpa, green hills, and magnificent surroundings. While returning back to Kathmandu you will visit Budhanilkantha temple.
A Nagarkot sunrise tour with a day hike is a fantastic way to experience the breathtaking sunrise views over the Himalayas from Nagarkot and explore the surrounding natural beauty in a single day. We pick up typically around 4:00 AM, from Kathmandu (from your hotel). We will arrive at Nagarkot before sunrise. After a drive of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, we'll reach Nagarkot just in time for the sunrise. Nagarkot Tower is a popular spot to witness the spectacular sunrise over the Himalayan range.
Day Hike from Nagarkot- After breakfast, embark on your day hike in the Nagarkot area. Nagarkot is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers various trekking trails of different lengths and difficulty levels. Nagarkot to Telkot: One popular day hike is the trail from Nagarkot to Telkot through terraced fields, forests, and charming villages, offering cultural and scenic experiences along the way. Arriving at Telkot we catch up our car and drive back to Thamel.
Its not often you can wake up in the morning and get a view of the Himalayas.
Our amazing team will pick you up and take you to the top of Nagarkot Hill station so that you can watch the first rays of light stretch across the horizon from the Eastern Himalayas.
After the sunrise we will take you for a Nepali style breakfast and if you are at the Nagarkot tower location you can try the local breakfast snacks at the bottom of the hill in you dare :-)
We then take you to the starting point of the trek towards the Changu Narayan temple where you can explore the temple grounds before returning to Kathmandu by vehicle.
