Bungmati Khokana

From the traditional view point to the cultural and nature oriented perspective, the Bungmati and Kokhana Village tour is one of the most easy yet exciting and serene tours around the Kathmandu valley. From the culturally inclined Bugmati valley to the naturally beautiful Kokhana, this tour has a lot to offer. Bungmati is home to the famous RatoMachindranath Temple and KaryaBinayak Temple. Kokhana is famous for the green rice fields carpeted across the Newari village.

Discover ancient temples and myths in the valley of gods where Hinduism and Buddhism meet. Stroll through the small little alleys around the “durbar squares” in any ancient king cities of the Kathmandu Valley. Watch how the people of the valley still use their temples to practice rituals that have been passed from generation to generation. Discover the temples of the valley, Stupas, Vihars, Courtyard, Maths, resting houses, Hiti (stone tap), learn more about the rituals of the people of Nepal. Visit the Newari villages of Bungamati and Khokana, see traditional houses and experience a culture reminiscent of medieval times. Admire the traditional houses and centuries-old traditions of Bungamati and Khokana. See the large, 3-storied temple to the goddess Shikali Mai that dominates the village of Khokana. Patan is known as Lalitpur, "City of Beauty", and its unique Durbar Squares, temples, alleys, cuisine, hospitality and religious tolerance justify the pre-historic status of the city.

If you have day leisure while you are in Kathmandu, why don’t you explore Bungmati and Khokana, the two virgin Newari settlements!  Lie in the south of Patan city; Bungmati and Khokana are the two medieval villages in the Kathmandu Valley are 12 kilometers away from Kathmandu. These are only the villages in the valley, where tradition and culture of Neweri community are still as it was. Highlights • Visit the Ganesh and Machhindranath temple in Bungmati • Observe rural life of the Newari community of of Bungmati and Khokana villages • See the villagers working at traditional crafts in Khokana • Explore an antique mill of Mustard oil of Khokana village • Taste the original of Newari cuisines

This 6-hour private tour from Kathmandu takes you to a journey back in time. Visit Bungmati and Khokana, villages that have retained its culture and traditions since the 6th century. Bungmati is believed to be the birth-place of deity Rato 'red' Machindranath. There's a large shikhar styled temple dedicated to him inside the village. After, see the lush green fields of the farming village of Khokana and learn about their unique harvesting process of mustard oil. There is also a spectacular three-storied temple in Khokana that is a sight to see.

Catch a glimpse of rural Nepal while exploring the Newari villages of Khokana and Bungmati. Enjoy the hilltop views from Kirtipur and visit the city of Patan, known for its 21-pointed Krishna temple and the Buddhist monastery of Rudra Varna Mahavihar.

Ever wonder to learn about about the Newar people, who are one of Nepal’s many distinct ethnic groups and the original inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley. Come to Bungmati, Khokana and Kirtipur for exquisite architecture, hilltop temples, and sweeping city views. Wandering around its winding streets feels like walking through a traditional Nepali village, offers some of the finest views of sprawling Kathmandu and the hills and mountains beyond. It’s full of cobblestone streets, old brick houses with elaborately carved door and window frames, and multitier pagodas. Many travelers don’t visit these old Newari cities as part of Kathmandu trip, yet it’s worth visiting. Bungamati is the hometown of the deity Machhindranath, regarded as the patron of the valley and his large shikhara-style temple in the center of the village square. Kirtipur is one of several ancient kingdoms in the Kathmandu Valley that were once independent, but now make up part of greater Kathmandu.

Visit the Newari villages of Bungamati and Khokana on a day trip from Kathmandu. See traditional houses and experience a culture reminiscent of medieval times. Visit the Rato Machhendranath and Karya Binayak temples, and see master woodcarvers at work. Admire the traditional houses and centuries-old traditions of Bungamati and Khokana. Visit the Rato Machhendranath Temple, dating back to the 16th century. See the large, 3-storied temple to the goddess Rudrayeni Mai that dominates the village of Khokana.

This tour is specially designed for the travel lovers who have got limited time bound and wants to explore all the major historical ancient places of Kathmandu as well as Bungamati and Khokana. The tour covers UNESCO listed World Heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley which includes Pashupatinath temple one of the holy place of Hindu religion, Boudanath Stupa the biggest Stupa in Nepal, Swayambhunath Stupa known as monkey temple and Kathmandu Durbar Square once the royal palace of Nepal. Visit the Newari villages of Bungamati and Khokana from Kathmandu. See traditional houses and experience a culture reminiscent of medieval times. Visit the Rato Machhendranath and Karya Binayak temples, and see master woodcarvers at work. Admire the traditional houses and centuries-old traditions of Bungamati and Khokana Visit the Rato Machhendranath Temple, dating back to the 16th century. See the large, 3-storied temple to the goddess Shikali Mai that dominates the village of Khokana.

This tour is typically for those travelers who want to enjoy their vacation on Kathmandu with their own choice. The travelers are free to explore Kathmandu valley on their own. We provide a private transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your booked Hotel and private drop from your hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport on a departing day. In between, you will have self-exploration time. We provide the best recommendation, advice, suggestion what activities Kathmandu valley offers. You might also book any tour packages, activities, sightseeing tour, day excursion trips in the best reasonable price with us. Hotel reservation would be done on any category property as per your needs and wish.

This tour is typically for those travelers who want to enjoy their vacation on Kathmandu with their own choice. The travelers are free to explore Kathmandu valley on their own. We provide a private transfer from Tribhuvan International Airport to your booked Hotel and private drop from your hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport on a departing day. In between, you will have self-exploration time. We provide the best recommendation, advice, suggestion what activities Kathmandu valley offers. You can also book any tour packages, activities, sightseeing tour, day excursion trips recommended by us in the best reasonable price with us. Hotel reservation would be done on any category property as per your needs and wish.

Kathmandu Heritage Tour- a well popular & carefully designed trip for the visitors who have enormous interest on Art, Culture, Lifestyle and Historical sites around Kathmandu valley. A visit to the UNESCO approved World heritage sites of Kathmandu is best opportunity for researcher, innovator or historian to assemble historical and Socio- cultural significance of this landmark city. A glimpse of mighty Himalaya is something every eyes love to see while in Nepal as you can take this chance from Nagarkot hill above 2175 meters from sea level. Trip Highlight: ☼ Visit Heritage sites of Kathmandu ☼ Understand the Newari Culture, Architect & lifestyle ☼ Observe the Himalayan panorama & stunning Sunset/ Sunrise from Nagarkot ☼ Explore the Medieval City of Bhaktapur ☼ Experience the sense of local culture & heritage