Overview
Bandipur Tour is an amazing trip to the hilltop settlement of Bandipur. Bandipur is a live museum of Newari culture and architecture. Touring around this picturesque town offers you glimpses of the typical lifestyle and culture of local people. From Bandipur, you can also get excellent views of Marshyangdi Valley and the Himalayas that include Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Langtang, Ganesh and many more. Bandipur is a hidden gem with the combination of traditional settlements, mesmerizing Himalayan views, local adventure sports, countryside walks and beautiful accommodation.
Trip Facts:
Trip duration: 6 Days
Destination: Kathmandu, Bandipur
Hotel Accommodation: Twin Sharing
Transportation: Air and Road Transfer
Type of Tour: Easy
Maximum Elevation: 1400m
Preferred age Group: Any
Special Training / Skill: Not Required
Seasonality: Round the Year
Start and End: Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Outline Itinerary
Day 1Arrive at Kathmandu (1400m)
Day 2In Kathmandu (B)
Day 3Drive to Bandipur (1030m) – 4/5 hrs / 147 km (B, L, D)
Day 4In Bandipur (B, L, D)
Day 5Drive back to Kathmandu (1400m) - 4/5 hrs / 147 km (B, L)
Day 6Depart from Kathmandu
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1400m)
During the time of arrival, you will get an aerial view of the Valley. After landing you will be escorted to the hotel by our staff. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu
Day 02: In Kathmandu (B)
Breakfast at the hotel/ Lunch and Dinner own arrangement
AM: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath & Boudhanath Stupa
PM: Sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square & Swayambhunath
Pashupatinath: Pashupatinath is the most sacred Hindu temple in Nepal. It is located on the bank of the Bagmati River. It is an important temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Every year this temple attracts thousands of Hindus from all over the world. In 1979, Pashupatinath was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple is famous for its awe-inspiring and astounding pagoda architecture and spacious premises with numerous temples.
Boudhanath Stupa: Boudhanath Stupa is one of the ancient and important Buddhist pilgrimage sites of Nepal. It is one of the largest stupas in the world with a diameter of over 100m. It is enlisted in the UNESCO world heritage site and is a popular destination for travelers in Kathmandu. As it’s an important locus of Kathmandu’s Buddhist community, throughout the day you can see countless devotees circumambulating the stupa spinning prayer wheels and reciting mantras.
Kathmandu Durbar Square: Kathmandu Durbar Square is also known as Hanuman Dhoka Square. It is one of the major attractions in Kathmandu Valley. The square’s monuments date from the 12th century (medieval time). The square is full of temples including Taleju temple, Jagannath temple, Kal Bhairab, Shiva Parwati temple etc. Probably the most famous building here is the Kumari Bahal, a building richly decorated with beautiful wood carvings, which is home to the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess, a manifestation of the great goddess Durga. Nearby, the former Royal Palace is a Malla Dynasty dwelling, once considerably more extensive than today.
Swayambhunath: Swayambhunath, a little hillock in the northwest of Kathmandu Valley, is the oldest monument of Kathmandu Valley. It is also called Monkey Temple. Records of its history date as far as the 5th century, but its origins are believed to be older. It is the Kathmandu Valley’s most sacred Buddhist shrine and whilst its worshippers include the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees.
Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive to Bandipur (1030m) – 4/5hrs / 147km (B, L, D)
Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu/Lunch at restaurant on the way/Dinner at hotel in Bandipur
Bandipur: Bandipur is a perfect hill station destination of Nepal. It is the best place to know the Newari people and their culture. In the past, it was inhabited by the Magars, but in the 19th century Newars from Bhaktapur arrived and started living there. Now, Bandipur is a home to ethic groups like Brahmin, Chhetri, Gurung, Newar, Magar, Damai etc. After Prithvi Narayan Shah defeated Kathmandu valley, the Newar merchants of Kathmandu chose Bandipur as a trade point between northern hills and southern flatland. The merchants built their houses in such a way that the houses reflected their own traditional style, architecture and culture. The town also offers a panoramic view of Marshyangdi Valley and mountains. Overnight at hotel in Bandipur
Day 04: In Bandipur (B, L, D)
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at hotel in Bandipur
Today enjoy full day activities as scheduled:
- Hike to Tundikhel for sunrise
- Silk farm
- Siddha cave
- Khadga Devi temple
- Thani Mai temple
- Padma library
- Bindabasini temple
Overnight at hotel in Bandipur
Day 05: Drive back to Kathmandu (1400m) – 4/5 hrs / 147 km (B, L)
Breakfast at hotel in Bandipur/Lunch at restaurant on the way/Dinner own arrangement
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at hotel in Kathmandu
Day 06: Depart from Kathmandu
Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu
You will be transferred to airport to board the flight for onward journey.
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