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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 274 reviewsExplore hidden Nepali eateries
Discover unique street food at hidden local spots in Kathmandu.
5 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviewsSecrets Of Old Patan City - with a local
Step into Patan's timeless past through its revered temples, living goddess rituals, and a centuries-old mustard oil factory.
5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviewsForge a traditional Gurkha khukuri knife by hand
Cut, hammer, temper, and engrave a blade to pass down through generations.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviewsSpiritual Kathmandu: Temples, Rituals & Local Life
Visit Kathmandu’s sacred sites with a local guide—explore Boudhanath & Pashupatinath, witness rituals, and dive into Nepal’s spiritual traditions.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviewsLearn Nepali cooking in Patan
Find out how to prepare traditional Nepali dishes and learn some cooking in a local home.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsStep Back in Time at Kathmandu Durbar Square
Discover Kathmandu’s royal square with towering pagoda temples, historic palaces and fascinating tales of kings, legends, and local life.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviewsTrace folklore and uncover life in Ancient Patan
Walk the local streets and courtyards that form rich layers of Patan's history and legacy.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsRickshaw Nights: Explore Kathmandu’s Evening Charm
Glide through Kathmandu’s lively backstreets on a charming evening rickshaw ride. Discover temples, markets, and hidden shrines as the city. Meet locals, sip chai, and soak up the magic of Nepal!
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsDiscover Patan’s Ancient Streets
Unlock Patan’s UNESCO gems with a local! Exclusive access to artisan workshops, hidden courtyards and traditional Newari culture. Ancient secrets unveiled.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsKathmandu: Food and Drink Walking Tour
Taste hand-folded mo:mo, tangy panipuri, and creamy lassi while navigating vibrant Himalayan markets with a global foodie.
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5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsWalk Boudha with a Buddhist scholar
Circle the Boudha stupa, step into a monastery shrine room, and view thangka art with a Buddhist studies scholar who knows the local monastic and artisan communities.
New place to stayWalking food & drinks tour through Kathmandu
Taste more than 9 authentic local drinks(alcoholic and non alcoholic) and foods from Nepal.
New place to stayTracing Hindu Funeral rituals at Pashupatinath
Stand with a seasoned culture guide at Bhasmeshwor and Arya Ghats to observe Vedic funerals, then hear linked tales of Shiva, Parvati and Buddha at nearby shrines and monasteries.
New place to stayIntroduction to Hinduism and Buddhism in Nepal
Thamel Circuit Walking Tour - Discover the ancient myths, stories, beliefs and practice of people, walking through local temples and observing day to day life to learn about Hinduism and Buddhism
New place to stayLearn traditional back-strap weaving
Spend your afternoon learning about traditional hand-spinning, pattern-making, and back-strap loom weaving. You will weave your own plant-dyed, natural fiber souvenir to take home.
New place to stayHidden Patan walking Tour with a Local
Experience Patan through local eyes—wander hidden alleyways, discover quiet courtyards, visit sacred sites, meet living traditions, and soak in the everyday rhythm of this ancient city.
New place to stayJewels of Kathmandu Durbar Square
Walk sacred shrines and palace squares with a history graduate, and hear how kings, deities, communities and peoples shaped these monuments.
New place to stayVisit 2 UNESCO Wonders with AC Transport
Visit Swayambhunath for panoramic valley views, sacred shrines, and Buddhist culture. Explore Kathmandu Durbar Square’s ancient temples, royal history, and Newari heritage. AC transport included.
New place to staySacred Heritage Walk - With a Priest
Experience Swayambhunath like never before with a local priest and heritage enthusiast, exploring the iconic stupa & lesser known sacred sites that reveal a living spiritual traditions of the valley.
New place to stayKathmandu: Food, Drink & Shopping Rickshaw Tour
Enjoy local food, drink and shopping experience along with rickshaw ride.