Old Kathmandu Walking Tour with Living Goddess Temple
Old Kathmandu Tour is a one-of-a-kind trip that starts right at your hotel lobby if you are in tourist town Thamel, or we pick you up and bring you to the starting point by a mere 20-minute drive.
As the journey begins, you will explore the heart of Old Kathmandu with seasoned local guides, indulging lesser-tourist corners rich in ancient culture, bustling markets, and revered religious sites dating back over a millennium. Experience the authentic rhythm of local life against the backdrop of historic Buddhist shrines and Hindu temples that often stand together.
The journey also includes UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kathmandu Durbar Square and living goddess shrine, offering insights into Nepal's profound heritage and history.
Finally, have a tea/coffee together with our guide and reflect on the journey in a casual conversation. Remember, if you are thinking of one tour to understand Kathmandu and Nepal, this is the one!
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Old Kathmandu Walking Tour with Living Goddess Temple
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Rarely visited by tourists, this old Buddhist monument of native Newar people is also known as Thambahil. In fact the tourist town Thamel is named after this historic monument.
Asan
Asan is the oldest living market of Kathamndu where locals buy and sell goods of daily usage from vegetables to clothing and metal items to spiritual items. We have a saying that at Asan Bazaar, you find things from 'Salt to Gold!'
It's a native deity of Kathmandu and Tibetan Buddhists, known as Avalokitesvara, or god of compassion the shrine has 108 engraved icons of Avalokitesvara representing all his major forms. Local devotees visit the shrine to receive blessings in hope to fulfill all their wishes.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Entry Fee to Kathmandu Durbar Square Premises and Swayambhu Stupa
- Not mentioned in included section.
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
They can send a message to us on Whatsapp or e-mail for any changes or pick up details.
Meeting Points
- At the entrance of Chhaya Center
End Points
- We can drop tour participants to their respective hotels if it's out of meeting point area.
