Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa Tour from Kathmandu

4 Hours

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Overview

Explore the religious traditions of Kathmandu during this 4.5-hour visit to two UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Pashupatinath, a renowned Hindu temple, and the Tibetan Buddhist site at Bodnath Stupa. Join your knowledgeable guide at these two iconic spiritual centers, witnessing the hum of daily activity and learning about Buddhism and Hinduism along the way. Want to earn some extra karma? Visit a well-known Nepali astrologer for an optional reading. This small group visit, limited to just 12 guests, also includes site entrance fees.

Small-group tour limited to 12 people ensures a personalized experience with your guide
Cultural and spiritual tour of Kathmandu holy shrines that are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Enter Pashupatinath temple, an important destination where Hindus pay respects to the god Shiva
Learn about the beliefs and customs of the colorfully dressed Sadhus
Visit Bodhnath, one of the world's largest stupas
Speak with the monks at Bodhnath about Tibetan Buddhist traditions
Enjoy lunch at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Bodhnath stupa (at your own expense)

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Learn about the practices of Buddhism and Hindusim in Nepal as you discover two UNESCO World Heritage-listed spiritual sites on this 4.5-hour day trip near Kathmandu. It's a sublime opportunity to immerse yourself in the longstanding traditions and beautiful temple architecture of these two ancient religions.Start your trip in the afternoon, leaving from Kathmandu Guest House on a local bus, eventually arriving at the Hindu site of Pashupatinath, a 17th century temple dedicated to the god Shiva. During your visit, your guide will share details about Hindu beliefs and explain the religion's emphasis on the cycle of birth and death. You'll also witness the colorful garb worn by the site's Sadhu monks. Hear an explanation from your guide about the monk's beliefs, which focus on sacrificing material possessions to profess their religious devotion.Just outside the entrance to Pashupathinath is the location of cremation ceremonies which take place along the edge of the Bagmati River. Out of respect for the mourning families, please refrain taking photos or watching these rituals.Continue your trip by local transport to Bodhnath, an important spiritual center for devotees of Tibetan Buddhism. In fact, the site is one of a handful in the world where you can observe the daily rituals of Tibetan monks. Admire the gigantic stupa at the site, one of the largest in the world, and learn about the geographic significance of the temple, which sits along an ancient trade route stretching across India, Nepal, Tibet and Lhasa. Religious adherents still visit Bodhnath to offer their prayers before beginning any long journey such as climbing the Himalayas. You'll also learn about Tibetan religious practices, observing pilgrims as circle the stupa, pushing the rotating prayer wheels as they go. Your guide will also introduce you to the site's resident monks, who will share their thoughts about Buddhism and traditions of Bodhnath.When you finish your time at Bodhnath, proceed to a nearby restaurant for lunch (at your expense) in its rooftop dining area overlooking the huge stupa. If you're interested in further exploring the spiritual practices of Nepal, add an optional trip to a famous local astrologer, who can read your charts (at your own expense). End the day with a drop-off at your local hotel.

Pashupatinath Temple and Bodhnath Stupa Tour from Kathmandu

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