After breakfast in the morning, you will be taken to Pashupatinath, the Hindu culture center in Nepal. Here, holy saddhus pray and cremations are carried out on the Bagmati River. We will then continue to Bouddhanath, the holiest shrine for Buddhist culture in Nepal, with its large stupa—this is the place where all devout Buddhists come for a pilgrimage.

Next, you will be taken to Patan. Also known as Lalitpur, the city of beauty is separated from Kathmandu only by the Bagmati River and is the second-largest town in the valley. Lalitpur is distinguished from other cities due to its substantive ancient architectural masterpieces. Patan's central Durbar Square is packed with temples: It’s an architectural focal point with a greater concentration of temples per square meter than in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur.

The Tibetan refugee center also lies within the city, home to most of the valley's Tibetan population. While technically refugees, the Tibetans are some of the wealthiest people in the valley because of the carpet industry they operate. This is the place to shop for those looking to bring home a fine Tibetan carpet.

You will then visit Swayambhunath. The golden spire of the 5th-century Swayambhu stupa is adorned with colorful, fluttering prayer flags. It crowns a hill overlooking the Kathmandu Valley and offers fantastic views over the city. Swayambhunath is one of the most recognizable symbols of Nepal, and the painted eyes of Buddha watch all who ascend the worn stone steps. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After breakfast, start your journey towards Nagarkot. Nagarkot is 32 kilometers, about a 1.5-hour drive east of Kathmandu, at an altitude of 2,175 meters. From here, you can see a panoramic view of the major peaks, including Mt. Everest. This place is also famous for viewing sunrises and sunsets.

On the way to Nagarkot, stop at Bhaktapur, 17 kilometers from Kathmandu. Bhaktapur is perhaps the least changed of all the cities in the Kathmandu Valley, with a distinct medieval feel. Pottery and weaving are still traditional industries here. Architectural wonders abound, including the Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, the Golden Gate, and the magnificent five-story pagoda-style Nyatapola Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Wake up early to see the sunrise and the glowing golden Himalayan peaks painted by the sun's rays. After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey. The tour ends with a lifetime of memories.