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Luxury Kathmandu Valley Exploration & Cultural Wellness

A curated five-day luxury itinerary through Kathmandu Valley, combining private UNESCO World Heritage site visits, artisan pottery workshops, aerial paragliding, scenic nature walks, and tranquil spa retreats.

  • 14Food stops
  • 9Sights
  • 5Drinks
  • 4Heritage
  • 2Hikes
  • 2Stays
  • couples
  • luxury travelers
  • culture enthusiasts
  • luxury
  • wellness
  • culture

Day by day

Day 1

Old Kathmandu Heritage & Culinary Walking Tour8 Activities

Explore the historical heart of Kathmandu through self-guided audio walks, sacred stupas, local culinary tastings, and evening strolls in Patan and Thamel.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Kaiser Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy an elegant morning breakfast in the quiet courtyards of the Garden of Dreams.

  2. 09:3011:00
    Sightseeing

    Old Kathmandu: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

    09:30 – 11:00

    Discover hidden courtyards, ancient temples, and historical alleyways of Old Kathmandu at your own pace.

    • entryINR 540
  3. 11:1512:30
    Sightseeing

    Explore Swayambhunath Stupa

    11:15 – 12:30

    Climb to the hilltop Monkey Temple for panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley and ancient Buddhist shrines.

    • entryFree
  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Garden of Dreams Cafe

    12:45 – 14:00

    Savor international and local gourmet dishes amidst neo-classical gardens.

  5. 14:3016:30
    Sightseeing

    Nepal: Kathmandu Walking Food, Tea and Coffee Tour

    14:30 – 16:30

    Sample artisanal Himalayan teas, organic coffees, and local street delicacies led by a culinary insider.

    • entryINR 1439
  6. 17:0018:30
    Sightseeing

    Patan Durbar Square Discovery

    17:00 – 18:30

    Admire Newari brick architecture, stone carvings, and ancient royal palaces in Patan.

    • entryFree
  7. 18:4519:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Stroll in Thamel

    18:45 – 19:30

    Walk through Thamel's vibrant streets lined with boutique shops, handicraft stores, and cafes.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at Krishnarpan Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:15

    Indulge in an authentic multi-course traditional Nepali feast served in a historic Newari atmosphere.

Day 2

Bhaktapur Heritage, Pottery Workshop & Himalayan Spa8 Activities

Immerse yourself in Bhaktapur's medieval architecture, craft traditional pottery with a local master, and unwind with a luxury massage.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Himalayan Java Coffee

    08:00 – 09:00

    Start the day with fresh espresso drinks and warm breakfast pastries.

  2. 09:3011:15
    Sightseeing

    Bhaktapur Durbar Square Exploration

    09:30 – 11:15

    Walk through ancient courtyards, the 55-Window Palace, and Nyatapola Temple in Bhaktapur.

    • entryFree
  3. 11:3012:30
    Shopping

    Pottery Workshop

    11:30 – 12:30

    Learn hands-on clay moulding techniques from local artisans in Bhaktapur's famous Pottery Square.

  4. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Cafe Nyatapola

    12:45 – 14:00

    Dine in a converted historic pagoda temple overlooking the bustling square.

  5. 14:3016:30
    Sightseeing

    2 Hours full body Massage Spa Package in Kathmandu

    14:30 – 16:30

    Rejuvenate your senses with a therapeutic full-body holistic oil massage.

    • entryINR 8992
  6. 17:0018:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Heritage Walk in Patan

    17:00 – 18:30

    Stroll through softly illuminated temples and traditional brick alleyways in Patan.

    • entryFree
  7. 18:4519:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Stroll in Thamel

    18:45 – 19:30

    Browse local cashmere and pashmina shops during a relaxed evening walk.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at Old House Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:15

    Sample French-Asian fusion cuisine in a stylish restored heritage building.

Day 3

Nagarkot Sunrise & Shivapuri National Park Day Hike8 Activities

Catch early dawn mountain light in Nagarkot before hiking through lush forest trails in Shivapuri National Park.

  1. 06:0007:45
    Outdoor

    Nagarkot Sunrise View and Hike

    06:00 – 07:45

    Watch the sun rise over distant Himalayan peaks from Nagarkot ridge and take a refreshing morning walk.

  2. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Club Himalaya Restaurant

    08:00 – 09:00

    Enjoy a hilltop breakfast buffet with grand views across the valley.

  3. 09:3013:00
    Sightseeing

    Shivapuri National Park Day Hike with Local Guide

    09:30 – 13:00

    Hike protected woodland trails up to Nagi Gompa monastery with a private guide.

    • entryINR 9991
  4. 13:1514:30
    Food

    Lunch at Budhanilkantha Villa Restaurant

    13:15 – 14:30

    Relax over a garden lunch near the base of Shivapuri hill.

  5. 15:0016:30
    Sightseeing

    Explore Swayambhunath Stupa

    15:00 – 16:30

    Visit the sacred shrine in the soft afternoon light to see pilgrims turning prayer wheels.

    • entryFree
  6. 17:0018:15
    Sightseeing

    Patan Durbar Square Discovery

    17:00 – 18:15

    Examine intricate metalwork and stone architecture in Patan's main square.

    • entryFree
  7. 18:3019:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Heritage Walk in Patan

    18:30 – 19:30

    Observe evening rituals and glowing oil lamps around Patan's courtyards.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at Le Sherpa Kathmandu

    19:45 – 21:15

    Dine on refined European farm-to-table cuisine in a quiet garden courtyard.

Day 4

Valley Paragliding Adventure & Private Sauna Hydrotherapy8 Activities

Take to the skies on a tandem paragliding flight over the foothills, followed by a private hydrotherapy and steam spa session.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at OR2K Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Fuel up with fresh juices and Mediterranean breakfast options.

  2. 09:3012:00
    Outdoor

    Kathmandu Paragliding

    09:30 – 12:00

    Soar above Kathmandu Valley's green hills with an experienced tandem pilot for breathtaking views.

  3. 12:1513:15
    Sightseeing

    Explore Swayambhunath Stupa

    12:15 – 13:15

    Take in sweeping city vistas from the stupa terrace after your aerial adventure.

    • entryFree
  4. 13:3014:45
    Food

    Lunch at Chez Caroline

    13:30 – 14:45

    Enjoy classical French dining in the quiet courtyards of Baber Mahal Revisited.

  5. 15:0017:00
    Sightseeing

    2 Hour Private Massage, Sauna and Steam in Kathmandu

    15:00 – 17:00

    Soften tired muscles with a private steam room, hot sauna, and soothing body massage.

    • entryINR 9891
  6. 17:1518:30
    Sightseeing

    Patan Durbar Square Discovery

    17:15 – 18:30

    Visit the Patan Museum and royal baths inside the palace complex.

    • entryFree
  7. 18:4519:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Stroll in Thamel

    18:45 – 19:30

    Wander past lively music venues and outdoor gear shops in central Thamel.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at The Chimney Restaurant

    19:45 – 21:15

    Enjoy classic Russian and continental cuisine in a historic luxury dining room.

Day 5

UNESCO World Heritage Grand Tour & Farewell Dinner8 Activities

Conclude your journey visiting premier UNESCO World Heritage monuments across the valley, complemented by local Newari cuisine.

  1. 08:0009:00
    Food

    Breakfast at Luwang Cafe

    08:00 – 09:00

    Relax with fresh coffee and breakfast dishes in a heritage garden setting.

  2. 09:3012:30
    Sightseeing

    Kathmandu Valley Day Tour: 2 or 4 UNESCO Heritage Sites Option

    09:30 – 12:30

    Take a private guided tour of iconic UNESCO sites including Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa.

    • entryINR 3697
  3. 12:4514:00
    Food

    Lunch at Bhojan Griha

    12:45 – 14:00

    Dine on classic Newari dishes inside a restored 150-year-old royal mansion.

  4. 14:3016:00
    Sightseeing

    Bhaktapur Durbar Square Exploration

    14:30 – 16:00

    Revisit Bhaktapur's majestic palace plaza and intricate wood-carved temples.

    • entryFree
  5. 16:1517:30
    Outdoor

    Nagarkot Sunrise View and Hike

    16:15 – 17:30

    Take a late afternoon nature walk along the Nagarkot ridge looking out toward mountain peaks.

  6. 17:4518:45
    Sightseeing

    Evening Heritage Walk in Patan

    17:45 – 18:45

    Enjoy a final evening walk around the illuminated Golden Temple and surrounding courtyards.

    • entryFree
  7. 19:0019:30
    Sightseeing

    Evening Stroll in Thamel

    19:00 – 19:30

    Pick up last-minute souvenir handicrafts and art prints along Thamel's market lanes.

    • entryFree
  8. 19:4521:15
    Food

    Dinner at Baota Kathmandu

    19:45 – 21:15

    Celebrate the end of your journey with contemporary Asian cuisine and fine wines.

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