Budhanilkantha Tours and Activities

Located northwest of Thamel is a sacred temple with an idol is of great mysterious origin. This incredible 5 meters long black stone features the powerful Hindu deity Visnu lying on the cosmic sea. Budhanilkantha temple dates back well over 1000 years to the time of the Licchavi Dynasty that ruled the Kathmandu Valley.   No one knows where this incredible five-meter stone came from. It did not originate in the Kathmandu Valley. It was carried from some faraway location and fashioned into the peaceful image of Lord Visnu lying on the Cosmic Sea once on the site. You mingle with the Hindu worshiper and priests as they perform their sacred Pujas above the waters that the incredible idol lays upon.  It is here you travel with your private guide who explains all of the symbolism and meaning of this amazing place. Most visitors to the Kathmandu Valley will sadly miss this place. Don’t be one of them!

Hindu beliefs and rituals aren’t easy for non-believers to comprehend. Let your personal guide unpick the colorful whirl of worshippers and offerings on this door-to-door private tour of Budhanilkantha, one of Nepal’s most sacred temples. Hear the tale of how the god Vishnu gained his blue throat, learn how the 16-foot (5-meter) statue was sculpted, and enjoy a typical Nepalese lunch.

Combine visits to two of Nepal’s most fascinating Buddhist and Hindu religious sites with a moderate woodlands hike during this day trip from Kathmandu. Travel to Budhanilkantha, where you visit the sacred site of sleeping Hindu deity Vishnu. Then take a moderate hike through the idyllic woodlands of Shivapuri National Park to Pullahari Monastery. This Buddhist monastery sits astride a majestic hilltop location, offering magnificent views of Kathmandu Valley below. Your day trip also includes a guide, round-trip local transport fare and admission fees.

If you have just a few days in Kathmandu, booking this comprehensive tour means you can cover all the highlights. With a small group of fellow travelers, you'll enjoy personalized attention while following a carefully curated itinerary. This family-friendly tour includes all transportation and winds up with a farewell dinner on the last day.

Kathmandu valley offers the best and amazing day tour experience for all levels of riders, be it a full-day climbing, single track exploration in the National Park or everything in between with full adventure. This biking tour to Kathmandu valley will take you to an elevation of 2,200m, past picturesque Newari villages and traditional farms. Also enjoy stunning views of the Himalaya, ride through wild forests, National Parks and many kilometers of rambling single tracks through rice fields and local villages. If you love biking then explore the of Kathmandu valley with us. The tour cost includes an English speaking guide, packed lunch, mountain bike and helmet. Depending on your physical fitness, you can choose one of the route below to start with:

Kathmandu is definitely one of the ultimate Hindu destinations for religious pilgrimages. Within the lifetime of every devout Hindu, one should make at least one pilgrimage to the beautiful Kathmandu Valley to see some of the most sacred of places.  The Om Kathmandu Hindu Pilgrimage Tour takes you to four of the most sacred sites in the Kathmandu Valley. This will include Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, and Budhanilkantha. These four holy places embody the spirit of Hinduism as they pay homage to many in the pantheon of the Hindu gods and goddesses, including that of Shiva and Vishnu.  This is a one day tour which begins when a private vehicle takes you from your hotel to the four places and returns you back in the evening.

Why this Package? –One goes to nature for refreshment, peace and relaxation. Why does nature have this power? It is nature's naturalness. Similarly, people practice yoga or meditation for happiness, peace and well-being. Why does yoga or meditation have this power? Because it purifies body, mind and spirit. Peace comes from purification. Peace breeds happiness, well-being and a sense of fulfillment. Yoga is proven genre to provide health and happiness. On the other hand, nature works wonders. Nature is the greatest healer. When nature is combined with yoga and meditation, the result is ecstasy! Moment to moment blissfulness. This package is a unique combination of Natural and Spiritual abundance in a short time frame. This package helps you regain your vigorous self. You will discover yoga body and Buddha mind.

This Full day Shivapur guided trek through a BudhaNilkantha Temple tour from Kathmandu Provide you great opportunity to explore one of the largest statues of Hindu God 'Vishnu' With an easy and interesting day trek to  Shivpuri national park on the 2732 meter altitude to see the breathtaking view of Himalayas.  

Nepal, a mystical country with so much diversity in the culture, religion and topography throughout the country is the best place for visitors to observe. This tour will provide you the glance of Kathmandu with the people and their lifestyle. Along with that, it will take you through the UNESCO world heritage sites to explore the ancient Kathmandu carved through the woods and prayers having surrounding by the temples all around you. Chandragiri Hills is another magnificent place where you can visit the Hindu Goddess temple and along with that enjoy the panoramic view of the Kathmandu valley with the Himalaya ranges aligning on the North. The more your days pass by you will fall in love with this country and the ever-friendly smiling people all around you. Simply once is not enough.

Sundarijal, meaning “beautiful water”, is named after the Hindu goddess Sundarimai. The hike offers you the opportunity to bird watch, see gushing waterfalls and streams along the way, see diverse species of flora and fauna endemic to the the mountain region, and enjoy memorable moments like the sunrise over Mt. Everest from the Nagarkot view-point or views of the valley from above.

Nepal, a mystical country with so much adversity in the culture, religion and topography throughout the country is the best place for visitors to observe. This tour will provide you the glance of Kathmandu with the people and their lifestyle. Along with that, it will take you through the UNESCO world heritage sites to explore the ancient Kathmandu carved through the woods and prayers having surrounding by the temples all around you. Chandragiri Hills is another magnificent place where you can visit the Hindu Goddess temple and along with that enjoy the panoramic view of the Kathmandu valley with the Himalaya ranges aligning on the North. The more your days pass by you will fall in love with this country and the ever-friendly smiling people all around you. Simply once is not enough. This standard package will be perfect for your short holiday and wise budget.