How long is the Buddhist Tour around Kathmandu?

The Buddhist tour around Kathmandu will be a five-day long tour.

Do we need permits for the Buddhist Tour around Kathmandu?

You will need tickets to enter the different sites of the trip. However, we will cover the necessary permits for you. You need not worry about covering them.

How tiring will this tour be?

This tour will be very relaxing and fun. You will mostly travel in our private vehicle and need not put much physical effort. Just relax and explore the attraction sites.

Is the Buddhist Tour around Kathmandu family-friendly?

Yes , the tour is very family-friendly. Most of the amenities for the tour are included in the package. You need not fret about tickets, transportation, hotels, meals or your tour guides. We cover it all for you. Moreover, you need not walk a long distance or partake in anything risky. It will just be a short vacation for you and your family.

Can I do the Buddhist Tour around Kathmandu solo?

Yes, you can definitely do the Buddhist tour around Kathmandu solo. If you are alone and do not wish to travel solo, we could arrange for you to be in a group of people so that you have company during the tour.

How much does the Buddhist tour around Kathmandu cost?

The total package will cost USD 500-700 . This cost will include your accommodation cost, meals, transportation, and tickets.

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Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu - 5 Days

Name: Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu
Brand: Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu
Price: 340 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1089 reviews)

Duration

5 Days

Age Range 10 - 70 years

Destination Nepal

Activities Tour in Nepal

Group Size 1 - 10

Arrival City

Kathmandu

Accomodation

Hotel/Lodges

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

Guide

Guided Tour

Maximum Altitude

2,195 meters

Meals

BLD

Transportation

Private/Public Vehicle

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Visiting these places will give you a better insight into the history of Nepal."}},{"id":"ZIbjcIj54p","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"We also take a step further and take you to a few&nbsp;historical destinations on the outskirts of the valley<\/b>.&nbsp;We will visit the&nbsp;old settlement of<\/b> Panauti<\/b>&nbsp;as well as the historical spot at Namobuddha. People believe an&nbsp;incarnation of Buddha lived in the region<\/b>. Similarly, we will also visit many destinations in Chobar. Chobar is a historical place as people believe it is the location that drained a huge lake that resulted in forming the Kathmandu Valley."}},{"id":"LwjGVljufI","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"Such interesting facts are there to learn from all the destinations of our trip. We will have a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/greatadventuretreks.com\/team\/\">team<\/a>&nbsp;to guide you and teach you the significance of each location on this trip."}},{"id":"iXoCzjHs-l","type":"header","data":{"text":"Cultural exploration","level":3}},{"id":"H2lm8azw4B","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"Nepal is a multicultural country. You will find a diversity of artifacts, languages, people, and traditions here. Although we will visit a very limited number of places within a particular area, you will&nbsp;get to explore varied cultures<\/b>&nbsp;here. The sites we intend to take you on this Buddhist tour around&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/greatadventuretreks.com\/trip\/1-day-kathmandu-valley-tour\/\">Kathmandu<\/a>&nbsp;primarily have Buddhist and Hindu influence. Along with that, you will find a great influence of&nbsp;Newari culture in some<\/b> places&nbsp;<\/b>you visit. Sankhu and Panauti are basically a town reflecting everything about the Newari culture."}},{"id":"h1I8DwiVNM","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"Similarly, many Viharas and stupas in these places are also very interesting ways to learn about Nepal\u2019s Buddhism. Although Nepal has a huge following of Buddhism, it also consists of Buddhist culture under various sects. This will be very interesting to explore the revered Buddhist pilgrimages like Namobuddha stupa, Pharping monastery, Swayambhunath, Baudhanath, etc."}},{"id":"Cw7ZRx9n4u","type":"header","data":{"text":"Amenities during your Buddhist Tour around Kathmandu","level":2}},{"id":"j9njeFK7Zn","type":"header","data":{"text":"Food","level":3}},{"id":"_7EK9QTBau","type":"paragraph","data":{"text":"All the meals for your tour will be covered by your package. You will get&nbsp;three to four meals a day<\/b>&nbsp;during your various stops on the tour. 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Detail Itinerary of Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu

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Day 1: Visit Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and nearby Buddhist viharas

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Includes standard meals ( Breakfast )

Day 2: Baudhanath & Bajrayogini (Sankhu)

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Includes standard meals ( Breakfast )

Day 3: Pharping, Yangleshor, Asura Cave, Vajrayogini

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Includes standard meals ( Breakfast )

Day 4: Bhaktapur or Patan, Manjushree cave Overnight Nagarkot

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Includes standard meals ( Breakfast )

Day 5: Namobuddha, Panauti

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Includes standard meals ( Breakfast )

Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu - 5 Days

Detail Itinerary of Buddhist Tour Around Kathmandu

Day 1: Visit Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and nearby Buddhist viharas

Day 2: Baudhanath & Bajrayogini (Sankhu)

Day 3: Pharping, Yangleshor, Asura Cave, Vajrayogini

Day 4: Bhaktapur or Patan, Manjushree cave Overnight Nagarkot

Day 5: Namobuddha, Panauti

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