Explore Lalitpur Temples: Temple Tours & Sightseeing
On this unique day tour in the Kathmandu valley, you’ll experience the rich culture and history of Nepal as you visit iconic sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Patan Krishna Temple and the temples of Kathmandu Durbar Square. Wander through the historic courtyards of Patan Durbar Square, where old Newari residential houses sit alongside temples and structures built by the New people, then explore the sprawling Hindu precinct along the banks of the sacred Bagmati river at Pashupatinath Temple, a collection of temples, ashrams, images and inscriptions raised over centuries. Finish at Kathmandu Durbar Square, once home to the palaces of the Malla and Shah kings, where the palace complexes, quadrangles and temples reveal the city’s royal past - all easily discovered when you book through Varoom in Lalitpur.
About this activity in Lalitpur
Highlights
- Explore three iconic temple sites in the Kathmandu Valley: Pashupatinath, Patan Krishna Temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square, each showcasing centuries of Nepali religious art and architecture.
- See the sprawling Pashupatinath precinct along the sacred Bagmati River, with its temples, ashrams and historic inscriptions that reveal the region’s Hindu traditions.
- Wander through Patan Durbar Square and its surrounding Newari houses and intricately carved temples, offering a close look at traditional craftsmanship and urban heritage.
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square to view the former palaces of the Malla and Shah rulers and discover courtyards, temples and royal architecture that shaped the city’s history.
Important Information
- This full-day temple tour starts and ends in Lalitpur and is ideal for anyone interested in art, culture, guided sightseeing and local history in the Kathmandu Valley.
- You'll walk moderate distances across uneven stone courtyards and steps; wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for short, guided hikes between sites.
- Respect local customs at active temples: dress modestly (shoulders and knees covered), remove shoes where required, and follow any photography rules at religious sites.
- Pets are allowed on this tour; if you’re bringing an animal, ensure it’s well-behaved, leashed, and that you manage any local restrictions at temple entrances.
Meeting Point
Includes
- You may bring your pet when booking Events or stays in Lalitpur, Nepal - pets are allowed.
- Here, you can include your pet as part of your plans for workshops, tours, or family-friendly Events because pets are allowed.
- If you travel with a companion animal to this destination, the policy confirms pets are allowed so you can plan around Group-Friendly or outdoor activities.
Excludes
- No exclusions are specified in the policy; it only states that pets are allowed.
- The policy does not list any pet-related restrictions for bookings in the area.
- There are no explicit exclusions provided in this policy regarding animals at Events or activities.
Other
- The only detail provided is that pets are allowed for bookings in Lalitpur; consult your booking page for any host-specific notes.
- This destination’s policy simply affirms pet inclusion without additional conditions in the text provided.
- Use the booking details to confirm any practical arrangements, as the core policy content only indicates pets are allowed.
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