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Kathmandu · GUIDED

The 15 Best Guided Tours in Kathmandu

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Good guided tours book out early in Nepal, and the best go first. Ranked below are the 15 finest, with current prices and what sets each one apart, so you can lock it in before the season fills.

Kathmandu: Private City Guided Tour

Kathmandu: Private City Guided Tour - Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple): The Hilltop Stupa with the 2500-Year Backstory

1.Private City Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 174 reviews · 6 hours · from $40Our pick

A private 6-hour Kathmandu highlights tour hitting UNESCO sites like Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Patan Durbar Square.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. We are able to personalise our trip as we went. Definitely a great way to start our discovery of Kathmandu!”

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Kathmandu Guided Tour

Kathmandu Guided Tour - Kathmandu Durbar Square: palace temples and the living goddess

3.Kathmandu Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $120

Private Kathmandu heritage tour covering Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Pashupatinath with air-conditioned pickup, guide, and tickets.

“We did the EBC and chola passes trek with Escape Himalaya trek Communication prior to the trip was perfect and clear. The trip itself was, although demanding, a great experience. Raj was our guide, and made sure everything ran smoothly. ERead more”

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12 Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trek

12 Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trek - Kathmandu to Lukla: getting into the mountains fast

4.12 Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $1,300

Guided 12-day Everest Base Camp trek from Kathmandu to Lukla, Namche, Kala Patthar and back. Permits, flights, lodges and meals included.

“The trekking was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Raj and Bir were our guides and they did an excellent job taking care of us. The views were incredible and there is a wonderful community of global travellers to connect with along the way.”

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Kathmandu and Bhaktapur Cities Guided Tour

Kathmandu and Bhaktapur Cities Guided Tour - Navatandham (Shree Krishna Pranami Temple): The Less-Visited Stop That Adds Meaning

Everest Base Camp Trek 15 days | Local Guide | Flexible Itinerary

Everest Base Camp Trek 15 days | Local Guide | Flexible Itinerary - Namche Bazaar and the acclimatization plan that actually matters

From Kathmandu: 12-Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trekking

From Kathmandu: 12-Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trekking - Getting to Lukla and Reaching Phakding

8.12-Day Everest Base Camp Guided Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 12 days · from $1,002

A 12-day Everest Base Camp guided trek from Kathmandu with smart acclimatization, tea-house stays, and big peak views in a small group.

“I did the 12-day EBC trek with Nishan as my guide, and it was a fantastic experience. Everything was very well organized from start to finish, and I always felt well taken care of. Nishan was great, kind, attentive, and always adjusting the trek to my needs, which made the journey even more enjoyable. I can definitely recommend this trip to anyone planning to do the Everest Base Camp trek”

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5 Day Private Guided Trekking in Annapurna Base Camp

5 Day Private Guided Trekking in Annapurna Base Camp - Route overview: Siwai to Annapurna Base Camp (and back)

Kathmandu Guided Day Tour: Explore Top 4 UNESCO Heritage Sites

Kathmandu Guided Day Tour: Explore Top 4 UNESCO Heritage Sites - Pickup, Vehicle Comfort, and the Real Pace of a 5–7 Hour Day

10.Kathmandu Guided Day Tour: Explore Top 4 UNESCO Heritage Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $55

A guided Kathmandu day tour linking four UNESCO icons: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, and Boudhanath.

“This one is top tour, trek and adventure trip operator local company based in Kathmandu. We did Kathmandu UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour with this agency. Guide and driver was an excellent. So highly recommend to all for your any kind of trip to Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Namaste.”

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Explore Kathmandu with Local Guide

Explore Kathmandu with Local Guide - Kathmandu Durbar Square: a quick hit at Hanuman Dhoka’s royal world

12.Explore Kathmandu with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $75

Explore Kathmandu with a local guide: Swayambhunath Monkey Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kumari Chowk, Hanuman Dhoka, plus a market stop.

“This trip was great to explore and learn about kathmandu. The guide and manager were extremely friendly and made me feel very comfortable. Lots of walking, but the guide was happy to be flexible so i could rest etc. highly recommend!”

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Private 12-Day All Inclusive Guided Annapurna Base Camp Trek Tour

Private 12-Day All Inclusive Guided Annapurna Base Camp Trek Tour - The Kathmandu to Pokhara transition: a real buffer day

13.Private 12-Day All Inclusive Guided Annapurna Base Camp Trek Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $1,175

A 12-day guided Annapurna Base Camp trek from Kathmandu with gear rental, permits, meals, and sunrise views in the Annapurna Sanctuary.

“I had the best time completing the Annapurna Base Camp trek with my guide Pratip Tamang! He was so attentive and made sure I was having a great time and had everything I needed. His English is very good too. I didn’t have to stress aboRead more”

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Upper Mustang Classic Trek with Local guide

Upper Mustang Classic Trek with Local guide - Day 1 in Kathmandu: Boudhanath, Patan, and Swayambhunath

14.Upper Mustang Classic Trek with Local guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $2,500

Private Upper Mustang Classic Trek from Kathmandu with a local guide, key permits, tea-house stays, Kathmandu sights, and flight legs.

“we went with a group of 11 people for 17 days to Mustang. Everything was perfectly organized by Himalayan wander walkers and with Norbu we had a very good guide, who is born in Upper Mustang, which is an advantage”

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Everest Base Camp Trek With Local Expert Sherpa Guide

Everest Base Camp Trek With Local Expert Sherpa Guide - Namche Bazaar: the acclimatization day that helps you last longer

15.Everest Base Camp Trek With Local Expert Sherpa Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $2,170

Everest Base Camp with a certified local Sherpa guide, lodge stays, permits, and Lukla flights included, plus Namche and Dingboche acclimatization.

“The Mountain Sherpa Trekking and Expedition team is an awesome team in every way. Mingmar Sherpa and his team were selected for our adventure after reading many great reviews from the past, and wow, they lived up to our expectatioRead more”

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