Things to do in Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital as well as the city with most of the cultural heritages and Squares in the nation. Beside this, Kathmandu houses many hotels and lodges with top notch services. While in Kathmandu you have many options for sightseeing and few adventures.
From Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swayambhunath, a stupa on the top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery then to visit Patan, a famous city featuring arts and crafts - the highlight of trip are many including the Shikara (Krishna Temple), Patan Durbar with Royal bath and Hiranya Varna Mahavir (Buddhist Monastery). So, where do you want to start from?
Sightseeing Tour
You already knew that Nepal is worldwide famous for the Himalayas but to inform you, Nepal is also famous for its cultures and traditions, its historical monument, art and architecture, Hindu temples, Buddhist Stupa and monasteries, its people and rites, myths and mysteries which are a part of the daily life of the Nepal. There are seven world heritage sites in the valley which lures most of the tourists to come to visit to Nepal. Kathmandu Valley sightseeing is the first arrival point for most visitors.
And with these options to choose from inside and around the city, you may be interested to see them by yourself. If so, Sunrise Adventure Trek can help you by arranging you proficient tour guide and car if you like or join group if available and you prefer.
Cultural Tour
Kathmandu caters cultural dinner programs as well as cultural tour for those who want the taste of world famous culture. Nepali culture is unique with none like experience and practices. Beside Himalayas and tough mountains; Nepal is rich in culture and traditions too. There are many cultural heritages that are listed in UNESCO world heritage site. Kathmandu (Capital city)-
The city of temples and monasteries and Lumbini- the birth place of Lord Buddha are famous destination for both the domestic and foreign travelers. Nepal is considered as garden of 4 castes and 36 sub-castes. All the community celebrates their own festival, have their own custom to follow, have diverse language, the living style and tradition but the astonishing thing is that they are united and respect each other.
Our Religious and Cultural tour lets you learn the depth of the culture and tradition of Nepal. Interested in one, remember Sunrise Adventure Trek & Expedition.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbing here in Kathmandu is both indoor as well as outdoor. It is an activity in which you will climb up or across natural rock formations or man-made rock walls with the goal of reaching the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a pre-defined route. Rock climbing is generally differentiated by its need for the use of the climber's hands to hold his or her own weight in order to make balance.
Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility, and balance along with his or her mental control. It can be sometimes a dangerous sport and knowledge of proper climbing techniques with skill of usage of specialized climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes.
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Meditation/Yoga
For keeping mind and body rejuvenated, Yoga and Meditation is the perfect choice. Nepal is the homeland of yoga with rich history of culture which includes healing of body, mind and soul. In this beautiful and scenery filled country, thousands of Yogis and Rishis had come here to learn the art of attaining wisdom through yoga.
Learning to become physically fitter, emotionally calmer, mentally alert, personally more stable, and building confidence are the main benefits of/merits of Yoga and Meditation.
If you are up for some Yoga and meditate in land of God and Goddesses, we can arrange you a nice place for great service of meditation and yoga with best yoga gurus of Nepal.
Bungee Jumping
Bungee jumping is one of the most exciting and interesting adventure in Nepal. First bungee Jumping site of Nepal is in Bhotekoshi which is approximately 160m in height. And 3 hours away from Kathmandu by bus. This site was designed by one of the New Zealand’s leading consultant and is currently being operated by experts of bungee jumping and takes safety matter very very seriously.
Before the jump is made it is advised to empty the pocket and not to take any intoxication. Then everyone is weighed to categorize the cords to be used. Green is used for lightest, red for heavier and Black for Heavyweights.
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Cycling
Mountain Biking or Cycling, both are same except for the distance and the thrill and in Kathmandu you can get to enjoy this race relating adventure and is pretty much liked by many of the Biking fanatics. You can either roam around Thamel or you can get some distance from the populated city and enjoy some of the great sceneries that you can witness travelling by bicycle. Either way, you sure are about to gain new experience.
Are you interested in bustling around Kathmandu city in Bicycle? Yes, then our company, Sunrise Adventure Trek can arrange you an awesome group if available or you can go solo.
Hiking
Nothing is like achieving something big in a short time period. Just like that, hiking is very prosperous that offers great sceneries and adventure within a small hard work. There are many multi day or single day hiking here around Kathmandu. These hiking, which are very famous among tourists are usually 35 Km away from city. Sometime hiking can also be great for sunrise and sunset view.
You can do one day hike while in Kathmandu or do some little long hike just a little far away from here. Both ways, you can enjoy the scenery and the culture.
Mountain/Aeroplane Flight
Mountain Flight can done either by airplane or Helicopter:
Helicopter Flight:
Helicopter flight takes you directly to the base camp; ie. Everest base camp and/or Kalapatthar. You may prefer this adventure if you are not used to long and hustling trekking. This Helicopter Tour provides chance to view beautiful panoramic scenery of Mt. Everest [8,848m], Mt. Lhotse [8,501m], Mt. Pumori [7,165m], Mt. Nuptse [7,864m], Mt. Cho oyu [8,153m] & many more massive mountains from the lap of the Everest.
Starting and ending in Kathmandu, Sunrise Adventure Trek have special package for Everest Base Camp luxury helicopter trekking itinerary. If you are up for this heaven-like adventure, we can exclusively arrange you one.
Mountain Flight:
Mountain Flight usually means enjoying world tallest mountains from the window of airplane. Around 1 hour of flight above the world’s highest Mount Everest gives you incredible panoramic views that you can admire once you land in Kathmandu.