History walks in Kathmandu
Guided walks through old towns, wartime districts and ancient centres, led by guides who know what happened on each street.
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Prices run from £11 to £21 per person. 2 of 2 are private or small-group tours (12 people or fewer). Select a tour name for meeting point, stops and what's included.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monkey Temple - Swayambhunath Tour - Private/Small Group | 3 hours | Up to 5 | £11 | 5.0 (92) |
| Old Kathmandu, UNESCO Heritage Durbar Square and Living Goddess | 4–5 hours | Private | £21 | 5.0 (25) |
Monkey Temple - Swayambhunath Tour - Private/Small Group (opens Viator in a new tab)
A private or small-group walk up to the Swayambhunath stupa, known as the Monkey Temple. Tour details: Monkey Temple - Swayambhunath Tour - Private/Small Group
Guided in English
From £11Free cancellation
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Old Kathmandu, UNESCO Heritage Durbar Square and Living Goddess (opens Viator in a new tab)
A walk through old Kathmandu from the Asan market to Durbar Square and the courtyard of the Kumari, the living goddess. Tour details: Old Kathmandu, UNESCO Heritage Durbar Square and Living Goddess
Guided in English
From £21Free cancellation
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