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Annapurna Base Camp Trek: 10 Days from Kathmandu
Annapurna Base Camp Trek: 10 Days from Kathmandu★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (40)10dYou travel by bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara, then trek for eight days through Gurung villages, bamboo forests, and high-altitude terrain to reach Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters, sleeping in tea houses and returning via the same route. The trek includes all transport, accommodation, and meals, with a guide leading the way. It's a long, physically demanding walk with real altitude, but the route is well-established and the views build gradually rather than overwhelming you on day one.Is it for me?This trek suits trekkers who want to reach a high-altitude sanctuary without technical climbing skills and prefer a structured itinerary that handles transport, lodging, and meals — the fixed schedule is what makes the long walk manageable and the logistics invisible.Free cancellationfromUS$ 848View ›
Kathmandu 2-Day Private Tour: 5 UNESCO Sites & Nagarkot Sunrise
Kathmandu 2-Day Private Tour: 5 UNESCO Sites & Nagarkot Sunrise★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (38)2dThis 2-day private tour in Kathmandu visits five UNESCO World Heritage sites—Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur—with a professional English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and water included. Day one moves through the carved temples and monasteries of the Kathmandu Valley; day two starts before 4am at Nagarkot for sunrise views of the Himalayas, then continues to Bhaktapur's four major squares and its 55-windowed palace. Entry fees to the UNESCO sites are an additional charge per person.Is it for me?Book this tour if you speak English and want a guide's commentary as you move through the temples and squares; the early 4am start to Nagarkot means you'll see the sunrise and Himalayan views before the day fills up, then spend the afternoon exploring Bhaktapur's carved palaces and pottery squares without rushing.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 99View ›
Kathmandu and Bhaktapur guided tour: 4–5 hours, private transport
Kathmandu and Bhaktapur guided tour: 4–5 hours, private transport★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (37)4h–5hA private guided tour of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur lasting 4 to 5 hours, with hotel pickup and a live English or German-speaking guide. You visit Boudhanath Stupa, a 14th-century UNESCO World Heritage site and one of South Asia's largest stupas; Nawatan Dham, a Hindu shrine less visited than the major temples; the ancient town of Bhaktapur; and Shankha Statue Park on the Bagmati riverbank in Patan. Bottled water and tea are included; children from age 1 are welcome, and the guide arranges all entry fees and taxes.Is it for me?Choose this private tour if your group wants to set your own pickup time and pace through both major sites like Boudhanath Stupa and lesser-known spots like Nawatan Dham in a single day.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 100View ›
Pokhara: Tibetan Culture Tour with Local Guide & Lunch
Pokhara: Tibetan Culture Tour with Local Guide & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (37)4h 30mYou’ll walk through Pokhara’s Tibetan settlement with a local guide who grew up there, visit a carpet workshop and Buddhist monastery, meet artisans and a traditional doctor, then share an authentic Tibetan lunch before heading back to your hotel. Expect warmth, laughter, and stories you’ll remember long after you leave.Free cancellationfromUS$ 64View ›
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour: Land at Everest View Hotel
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour: Land at Everest View Hotel★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (34)4h–5hThis helicopter tour departs Kathmandu airport, climbs over the Kathmandu Valley and Himalayan foothills, circles Mount Everest and the surrounding 8000m peaks from the air, and lands at Everest View Hotel for a 40-minute stop before returning. The flight takes 4 to 5 hours total and includes helicopter transport, insurance, and airport pickup and drop-off by private vehicle. Children from age 5 are welcome; a live guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or German.Is it for me?The 4- to 5-hour window means you can fly in the morning and still have the rest of the day free in Kathmandu or to catch an afternoon flight onward. If you have only a few hours in Nepal and want to see Everest without trekking, this is the only way to do it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 1,690View ›
Kathmandu Airport Pickup: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet
Kathmandu Airport Pickup: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet★★★★★★★★★★ 4.57 (30)30m–40mYou're met at baggage claim with a name sign and escorted through currency exchange and SIM card setup before boarding a private, air-conditioned car to your hotel. The driver provides bottled water and local insights on the drive, and the team offers free consultation on treks and city tours before drop-off. No negotiating at the curb, no confusion about rates — the whole transfer is confirmed in advance and timed to your flight.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving tired and want the first hour of your trip to be simple and settled — the driver waits at arrivals, handles the small logistics that usually cause friction, and gets you to your hotel without negotiation or confusion.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 18.99View ›
Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu: 14-day guided expedition
Everest Base Camp Trek from Kathmandu: 14-day guided expedition★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (28)14dA 14-day guided trek from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp includes all airport transfers, domestic flights to Lukla, park permits, a certified local guide, porter support, mountain guesthouse lodging, and trekking gear. The route builds in two acclimatization days—one in Namche Bazaar and one in Dingboche—so your body adapts to altitude before the final push to base camp. Children from age 12 are welcome; a moderate fitness level is the baseline.Is it for me?Book this trek if you're arriving in Kathmandu and want every logistics detail—permits, flights, guide, gear, lodging—arranged before you step off the plane. The two built-in acclimatization days mean you're not gambling with altitude sickness; the certified Sherpa guide removes the navigation and cultural translation work. You show up fit and ready to walk; everything else is handled.Free cancellationfromUS$ 1,650View ›
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu: Skip the Trek
Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu: Skip the Trek★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (28)4h–5hA helicopter tour from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp that lands you at Hotel Everest View for breakfast on the terrace, with views of the peak and Kala Patthar—the best vantage of Everest itself. The flight takes 4 to 5 hours total, includes hotel pickup and return, and splits passengers into two groups to manage weight limits at altitude, so one group explores while the other flies to base camp. Breakfast at the hotel is optional and booked separately.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Kathmandu with a free morning or afternoon and want to see Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar without spending a week trekking—the helicopter gets you there and back in a single flight, and the small-group format means you're not competing for views with dozens of other passengers.Free cancellationfromUS$ 2,000View ›
Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Tour: Private Guide & 5 Sites
Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Tour: Private Guide & 5 Sites★★★★★★★★★★ 4.56 (27)5h–8hA full-day private tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage sites with hotel pickup, private guide and transport by vehicle. You visit Swayambhunath temple on a hilltop overlooking the city, Kathmandu Durbar Square with its 16th-century royal palace and the living goddess Kumari, Pashupatinath Temple—one of the world's most sacred Hindu shrines—and Boudhanath, a 2,500-year-old Buddhist stupa. The guide provides commentary at each stop and answers questions throughout the day. Entrance fees and lunch are not included; budget around $10 USD for a meal purchased locally.Is it for me?The five- to eight-hour duration means a full day of stops without rushing—you spend time at each UNESCO site with your guide rather than moving quickly between them. This suits travelers who want to understand the history and religious significance behind what they're seeing, not just pass through.Free cancellationfromUS$ 60View ›
Nepali Cooking Class in Kathmandu: Learn Local Dishes
Nepali Cooking Class in Kathmandu: Learn Local Dishes★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (26)3hA three-hour cooking class in Kathmandu's Thamel district that starts at a local market where you pick fresh ingredients alongside Nepalis, then moves to a centrally located cooking school where you prepare and eat a full Nepali meal under chef guidance. The class includes all food, market shopping, and an English-speaking guide with hotel pickup arranged.Is it for me?Book this class if you want to learn Nepali cooking by doing it yourself rather than watching, and if you want to understand how locals shop for and prepare food. The market visit at the start teaches you what ingredients to look for, which makes the cooking part make sense—you are not just following a recipe, you are learning the whole process from ingredient to plate.Free cancellationfromUS$ 30View ›
Chandragiri Hills Day Trip from Kathmandu: Cable car & temple views
Chandragiri Hills Day Trip from Kathmandu: Cable car & temple views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.44 (25)4h–6hYou're driven from your Kathmandu hotel to the cable car station, ride up to Bhaleshore Mahadev Temple at 2,351m, and spend 3–4 hours on the hilltop with views of the Himalayan range. The guide is optional, the bar is real, and you can add Swayambhunath temple afterward if the day allows. Hotel drop-off closes the loop.Is it for me?Right for travelers in Kathmandu who want Himalayan views without committing to a multi-day trek. Plan for 3–4 hours on the hill itself, which is what gives you time to sit with the view, visit the temple, and decide whether to add another stop.Free cancellationKids −57%fromUS$ 46View ›
Kathmandu: Everest Mountain Flight & Himalayan Peaks
Kathmandu: Everest Mountain Flight & Himalayan Peaks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (25)55m–1hYou're picked up from your hotel before dawn, transferred to the domestic airport, and flown for nearly an hour over Mt. Everest and a dozen other Himalayan peaks. The co-pilot offers cockpit access for photos. You return to Kathmandu by mid-morning with a flight certificate and no arrangements left to make—the transfer, the ticket, and the airport tax are all included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Mt. Everest and the main Himalayan range from the air without committing to a trek or expedition—the fixed morning schedule and included transfers mean you arrange nothing except showing up with your passport.Free cancellationfromUS$ 150View ›
Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise Tour with Pickup & Local Guide
Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise Tour with Pickup & Local Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.50 (24)2h 30mYou’ll start before dawn in Pokhara with hotel pickup and drive up winding roads to Sarangkot for sunrise over the Annapurna range. Watch as light spills across Fewa Lake and snow-capped peaks while your local guide shares stories about life in these hills — an experience you’ll remember long after you’re home.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −16%fromUS$ 12View ›
Pokhara to Kathmandu: Tourist Bus Ticket & Mountain Views
Pokhara to Kathmandu: Tourist Bus Ticket & Mountain Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.00 (23)6h–7hYou board a reclining-seat bus in Pokhara and ride it to Kathmandu over six hours, stopping twice for meals at riverbank towns. The ticket includes your seat and the two meal breaks; you choose what to eat and how much time to spend at each stop. It's cheaper than flying, slower than a private car, and the only way to see the country between the two cities without arranging it yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the country between Pokhara and Kathmandu without renting a car or paying for a private driver, and you have time for a slower journey that costs less than flying.Instant confirmationfromUS$ 14View ›
Lumbini: Guided tour of Mayadevi Temple & monasteries
Lumbini: Guided tour of Mayadevi Temple & monasteries★★★★★★★★★★ 4.52 (23)6h–7hYou’ll walk through Lumbini’s peaceful gardens with a local guide, visit the sacred Mayadevi Temple where Buddha was born, and explore colorful international monasteries at your own pace. With private hotel pickup included, you’ll have space to notice small moments — like prayer flags moving in the breeze or quiet laughter — that stay with you long after you leave.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −42%fromUS$ 65View ›
Trishuli River Rafting from Kathmandu: White Water Adventure
Trishuli River Rafting from Kathmandu: White Water Adventure★★★★★★★★★★ 4.14 (22)10hWhite water rafting on the Trishuli River is a 10-hour day trip from Kathmandu that puts you in the boat instead of on the sidelines. The river originates in the Langtang Himal and flows through scenic valleys, terraced rice fields and impressive gorges. An English-speaking licensed guide leads the paddle; lunch and transport from Kathmandu are included. Children from age 12 are welcome, and vegetarian meals are available on request.Is it for me?Book this if you want to paddle the water instead of watching it pass—the Trishuli is a genuine white water run through Himalayan gorges, not a scenic float. Solo travelers and large groups both depart; choose based on whether you prefer the energy of a group or the flexibility of going alone. Reconfirm your pickup one day ahead so the morning departure holds.Free cancellationfromUS$ 53View ›
Kathmandu UNESCO sites: Private car tour with guide
Kathmandu UNESCO sites: Private car tour with guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (22)4h–5hExperience four UNESCO heritage sites in Kathmandu by private car with a local guide who shares stories you won’t find online. Walk among prayer flags at Swayambhunath, witness rituals at Pashupatinath Temple, circle Boudhanath Stupa, and wander historic Durbar Square — all comfortably paced and with plenty of time for questions you didn’t know you had.Free cancellationKids −42%fromUS$ 150View ›
Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara Private Luxury Tour 8 Days
Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara Private Luxury Tour 8 Days★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (21)8dThis trip takes you from Kathmandu’s ancient temples to Chitwan’s wild jungles and Pokhara’s peaceful lakeside walks. Visit UNESCO sites with local guides, spot rhinos on safari, and watch sunrise over Himalayan peaks—all while staying in top hotels and traveling comfortably between each stop.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 499View ›
Old Kathmandu Walking Tour: Asan Market & Local Bazaars
Old Kathmandu Walking Tour: Asan Market & Local Bazaars★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (21)2h 30mYou’ll walk through Kathmandu’s oldest neighborhoods with someone who knows every shortcut and story. Expect lively markets, real daily rituals, and plenty of sensory surprises—perfect if you want to see beyond the usual sights.Free cancellationKids −21%fromUS$ 28View ›
Kathmandu: UNESCO Heritage Day Tour with Private Guide & Pickup
Kathmandu: UNESCO Heritage Day Tour with Private Guide & Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (20)4h–5hYou’ll wander ancient Kathmandu with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Watch rituals at Pashupatinath, spin prayer wheels at Boudhanath Stupa, and trace your fingers over centuries-old carvings in Patan Durbar Square. Expect laughter, new smells, maybe even rain on your shoes — this city is never predictable.Free cancellationfromUS$ 49View ›
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