Day 1 | Welcome to Kathmandu: Once you’ve arrived at the airport and cleared immigration, head on out of the airport to meet your attentive guide. 

You’ll be picked up from the airport by our private car and driven to your hotel for a warm welcome. After checking in and breakfast, we’ll lead you on a tour of Kathmandu’s historic sites and neighborhoods—all while learning about their culture and history as well as local cuisine. During this time with us, feel free to ask any questions about what we’re doing today or tomorrow—we’re happy to answer them!

• A visit to Patan Durbar Square, which is one of the best-preserved historic sites in Nepal

• Lunch at Swayambhunath Stupa (one of two stupas in Kathmandu) where you can view Buddhist art and artifacts from ancient times. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site!

• You’ll also see Pashupatinath Temple (dedicated to Shiva), where people come for prayer and offerings during festivals such as Dashain and Tihar.

Day 2 | Exploring the outskirts of Kathmandu: The day is finally here. Your hotel is ready, and you’ve made the trek to Nagarkot for an incredible day of guided explorations and learning about sustainable living practices practiced for generations. But first, a little drive out of town to hike through the hills and valleys of Nepal before exploring Nepali villages in search of sustainable living practices.

The Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail is a 12 km hike near the community of Nagarkot, Nepal. It is about a 3 to 3.5 hour walk, with views of the Himalayas. It includes the Nagarkot Nature Trail and the Tamang Village Walk.

The trail begins at the entrance to Naga Khata National Park, which has been set aside for conservation by locals and other Nepalese people. On this trail, you’ll pass through forests, along lakes and streams, through fields filled with wildflowers and ferns, and over rocky terrain. There are benches along the way where you can rest and enjoy your surroundings.

After your hike, visit an old village where many people still make their living from farming or raising livestock. You can shop for handcrafted wares or taste local food made with ingredients from the area around Naga Khata National Park.

Day 3 | After breakfast you will be chauffeured to your hotel before heading over to explore the ancient streets of Bhaktapur.

Bhaktapur is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, housing some of the oldest temples in Nepal. The city was established during the 8th Century AD, when a Hindu king named Vishwakarma built the first temple and started worshiping Buddha. You will see many different temples and shrines as you wander through this ancient city.

Your guide will take you on a walking tour through Bhaktapur, pointing out landmarks as you go. You’ll visit some of the oldest temples in Nepal including Pashupatinath Temple, which houses an important Buddhist image of Buddha; Boudhanath Temple, where pilgrims come from all corners of the world; and Gyaneshwor Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Stopping by local shops along the way will allow you to buy souvenirs from Bhaktapur before continuing on your journey back to Kathmandu!

After a busy day, it’s important to take time to relax and unwind. That’s why we’re offering a Leisurely Day & Cooking lesson in Kathmandu, where you’ll enjoy a relaxed start and time for self exploration before leading over for lunch for a Cooking Class at Hotel Green Eco Resort. The class will teach you how to cook a set meal (rice, dal soup, vegetable, pickle and chicken) for dinner tonight. This will be a great way to relax after your busy day!

Fly back home: We hope you’ve enjoyed your stay in Nepal!

After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the hotel for final departure and a quick check-in before we head home. Your flight will be departing from Tribhuvan International Airport at noon, so please keep an eye out for our driver who will be waiting outside to escort you to the airport. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!