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Visit Banepa, which is known as the hometown of the goddess Chandeswori, who is revered for her Tantrik powers. Within the town is a three-story pagoda that contains a large depiction of Bhaira, a form of Shiva, the god of destruction who is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists alike.
Budhanilkantha is a temple complex featuring a beautiful stone figure of Vishnu, the Hindu god, who is depicted in a reclining position on the coil of a cosmic serpent.
Godawari is one of the prettiest places in the entire Kathmandu Valley, located in the Lalitpur district in the Phulchowki hills about five miles outside of Kathmandu. Don't miss the the lovely Royal Botanical Garden.
Go hiking through the forests and flowers of Phulchoki, known as the “Abode of the Flower.” This might be the highest summit in the entire Kathmandu Valley at over 2,700 meters. On a clear day, visitors can see panoramic vistas of the entire valley, from Mount Everest to Annapurna.
Kirtipur is an ancient hilltop fortress and compound that overlooks the Kathmandu Valley. Within its confines are the Bagh Bhairav Temple, and an old square home to local artisans who are highly skilled at both weaving and carving.
Go on a half or full day mountain bike ride, and explore the rich heritage and beautiful scenery of the Kathmandu Valley. Visit Machhendranath Temple and the ancient towns of Bungamati, Khokana, Champi and Chapagaon, all inhabited by Newaris, a distinct ethnicity that comprises 5 percent of Nepal's population.
Visit the Namo Buddha Monastery, considered one of the most important and holiest places in the Buddhist pilgrimage. Here, Buddha is said to have sacrificed his body to a starving tigress and her cubs in a previous life as a prince.
Take an architectural tour of the ancient city of Patan. Once a separate kingdom, Patan is home to over 1,200 Buddhist shrines and is famed for the beauty of its elegant Newari architecture, which is on prominent display in the central Durbar Square, one of the Kathmandu Valley’s seven UNESCO World Heritage sites. The square is fronted by an amazing assortment of buildings and the ancient Royal Palace.
Explore the gracefully carved and ornamented chowks (courtyards) of the palace, as well as its temples, including the Krishna Mandir, the only temple in Nepal with 21 shrines and which is built entirely of stone.
Pharping is a hidden gem of a traditional Newari town on the edge of the Kathmandu Valley, and is popular with both Tibetan and Hindu pilgrims. Visit Pharping's Buddhist monasteries, the Bajra Jogini, Sesh Narayan Temple and Padmina Sambhara cave.
Hike to Phulbari, where the village homes are made of adobe, with thatched roofs, and you’ll likely witness farmers going about their daily labors like tilling the soil and tending to cattle and livestock. Through your guide as interpreter, you will have the opportunity to interact with some of these farmers and learn about their lives in this rural area of the country.
Go hiking and bird watching in the reserved forest enclave of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park in the Kathmandu Valley, the home of many flora and fauna including Indian leopard, Golden Jackal and Himalayan black bear.
Sample the specialties of the local Tibetan population, including momos (savory dumplings filled with potatoes, vegetables or meat), thupka (a hearty noodle stew), and butter tea in one of the cafes nearby, with a view of the stupa and the kaleidoscopic whirl of activity surrounding it.
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Bike through the Himalayas on a classic Royal Enfield, with this week-long trip covering a loop from Kathmandu to some of the region’s most spectacular spots. Catch the sunset at Sarangkot, take to the sky in Pokhara, all before you roll back into the capital seven days later.
Gain fascinating insight into Nepal’s past on this exciting 8-day luxury journey. You’ll step back in time as you walk through the passageways of Nepal’s ancient and UNESCO-listed sites, trek through the lush Chitwan National Park, and stay in some of the country’s best hotels, like the Dwarika’s.
Embark on an unforgettable journey across one of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes. On this 10-day adventure, alight from your helicopter at the base camps of eight of the highest mountains on the planet, before venturing onwards to make natural and historic discoveries in Chitwan and Kathmandu.
Spend 15 action-packed days exploring the best Nepal has to offer. Explore stunning Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake, visit ancient UNESCO-listed palaces and temples, trek through Bardia National Park, and stay at some of Nepal’s best hotels, including the luxurious Dwarika and Shanti Mani Mustang.
Move across mountains as you spend 19 days trekking through some of the highest peaks in Nepal and Bhutan. You’ll visit unforgettable sites like the Monkey Temple and Gangtey Monastery, ride an elephant through Chitwan National Park, see Mt Everest up-close on a helicopter tour, and stay in luxury Amankora hotels.
Head out of the Nepalese capital on two wheels, hitting the dramatic winding road stretching to the hilltop resort of Dhulikhel. Good for both pros and beginners, there's chance to check out temples, sacred Buddhist sites and sleepy mountain villages as you complete the loop back to Kathmandu via Panauti and Banepa.
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