Nepal Cultural Immersion Itinerary

1. Day 1: Boudhanath Stupa
   30 minutes (5.8 km) from Tribhuvan International Airport

   Visit one of the largest stupas in Nepal, learn about the history and practices of Tibetan Buddhism.

2. Day 2: Basantapur Durbar Square
   20 minutes (5 km) from Boudhanath Stupa

   Explore the UNESCO world heritage site of Kathmandu's historic palace square with temples, shrines and a royal enclosure.

3. Day 3: Patan Durbar Square
   30 minutes (9.6 km) from Basantapur Durbar Square

   Discover the Newari culture and visit the palace complex where the Malla Kings ruled over Patan.

4. Day 4: Swayambhunath Stupa and monastery
   20 minutes (4.8 km) from Patan Durbar Square

   Hike up to the hilltop stupa with scenic views of Kathmandu valley and explore the monastery complex.

5. Day 5: Pashupatinath Temple
   20 minutes (6.6 km) from Swayambhunath Stupa

   Witness the unique aspects of Hindu funerary rituals and visit the sacred temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva.

6. Day 6: Bhaktapur Durbar Square
   40 minutes (12.8 km) from Pashupatinath Temple

   Visit the well-preserved medieval city, famous for its pottery, woodcarving and intricately carved buildings.

7. Day 7: Living Traditions Museum
   20 minutes (6.8 km) from Bhaktapur Durbar Square

   Learn about traditional crafts, music, and dances of Nepal at this interactive museum.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Boudhanath Stupa (2 hours, NPR 400)
• Basantapur Durbar Square (2 hours, NPR 1,000)
• Patan Durbar Square (2 hours, NPR 500)
• Swayambhunath Stupa and monastery (3 hours, NPR 500)
• Pashupatinath Temple (2 hours, NPR 1,000)
• Bhaktapur Durbar Square (3 hours, NPR 1,500)
• Living Traditions Museum (2 hours, NPR 1,200)
• Total Estimated Costs: NPR 6,100

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other significant cultural sites such as Kopan Monastery and Changu Narayan Temple. For a shorter stay, you can prioritize visiting the most popular destinations such as Boudhanath Stupa and Patan Durbar Square. Don't forget to try traditional Nepali cuisine and shop for souvenirs at local markets such as Asan Bazaar.