Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas, Nepal
What to see at Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas and how to fit it into a Nepal trip.
Quick answer
Seven UNESCO World Heritage monuments within the valley — Boudhanath's great stupa, Swayambhunath's monkey temple, Pashupatinath's sacred ghats, and three medieval Durbar Squares — represent 2,000 years of Newari art and architecture concentrated in one small valley.
Best season for Nepal: March – May or October – November. Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas
Seven UNESCO World Heritage monuments within the valley — Boudhanath's great stupa, Swayambhunath's monkey temple, Pashupatinath's sacred ghats, and three medieval Durbar Squares — represent 2,000 years of Newari art and architecture concentrated in one small valley. Budget at least 3 days.
Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas is one of 14 places we cover in Nepal, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Nepal plan. A 5-day Nepal trip from Mumbai costs about ₹22,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Nepal
- Everest Base Camp Trek
- Pokhara & Annapurna Region
- Annapurna Circuit
- Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu
- Pokhara & Phewa Lake
- Pashupatinath Temple & Cremations
- Chitwan National Park
- Langtang Valley Trek
Questions about Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas
What is Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas?
Seven UNESCO World Heritage monuments within the valley — Boudhanath's great stupa, Swayambhunath's monkey temple, Pashupatinath's sacred ghats, and three medieval Durbar Squares — represent 2,000 years of Newari art and architecture concentrated in one small valley. Budget at least 3 days.
When is the best time to visit Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas?
Nepal's best season is March – May or October – November, which is the best window for Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas too.
How many days do I need in Nepal to include Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Nepal. Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas in a Nepal package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Kathmandu Valley Temples & Stupas to a Nepal plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.