Kathmandu: Bandipur 2-Day Tour with Guesthouse Stay
ID: GYG1073708-1649157
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
2 days
Description
Escape the bustle of Kathmandu on a 2-day tour to Bandipur. Explore cobblestone streets, visit ancient temples, and enjoy panoramic Himalayan views.
Trade the bustle of Kathmandu for the serene charm of Bandipur, Nepal’s hilltop heritage town. This 2-day tour takes you along a scenic highway to a beautifully preserved Newari settlement where time slows down.
Walk along cobblestone streets lined with traditional houses, visit ancient temples, and discover hidden courtyards that tell stories of the town’s past as a thriving trade hub between India and Tibet. Meet artisans in their workshops, enjoy authentic Newari cuisine, and take in panoramic Himalayan views from hilltop vantage points.
Spend the night in a heritage guesthouse, waking up to crisp mountain air and sunrise over the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges. Perfect for those wanting a short getaway filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
***Itinerary***
Day 1 – Kathmandu to Bandipur & Heritage Walk
Pick-up from Kathmandu and scenic drive to Bandipur
Arrival and check-in at a heritage guesthouse
Traditional Newari lunch
Guided heritage walk through the main bazaar, temples, and old trading houses
Visit to local artisan workshops
Sunset viewpoint over the Himalayas
Dinner and overnight in Bandipur
Day 2 – Sunrise, Short Hike & Return to Kathmandu
Sunrise viewpoint over the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges
Breakfast at guesthouse
Optional short hike to Siddha Cave or Ramkot Village
Free time for photography and shopping
Lunch in Bandipur
Return scenic drive to Kathmandu
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the charm of Bandipur, a hilltop heritage town
- Walk along cobblestone streets and visit ancient temples
- Meet artisans in their workshops and enjoy authentic Newari cuisine
- Take in panoramic Himalayan views from hilltop vantage points
- Spend the night in a heritage guesthouse with views of the mountains
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking on cobblestone streets.
Accommodation is in a heritage guesthouse.
Weather can be chilly, especially in the morning.
INCLUDED
- Scenic highway drive
- Visit to Bandipur
- Walk along cobblestone streets
- Visit ancient temples
- Discover hidden courtyards
- Meet artisans
- Authentic Newari cuisine (1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner & 2 Lunch)
- Panoramic Himalayan views
- Overnight stay in a heritage guesthouse
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
