Kathmandu Cultural Photo and Video Tour

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5 Days
5.0
Based On : 176 Reviews
Kathmandu Photography Tour
  • Max Elevation:2175 M
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    Meals:B & D
  • Max Group Size:Max 12
  • Best Time:Mar-May and Sept - Dec
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    Accommodation:Hotel (3*, 4* and 5*)
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    Transportation:Private Car or a Luxury Jeep
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    Start Point:Kathmandu (Airport)
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    End Point:Kathmandu (Airport)

highlight-icon Major Highlights

  • Capture Kathmandu’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant street life
  • Explore iconic sites such as Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Monkey Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa
  • Witness breathtaking Himalayan sunrise views from Nagarkot
  • Learn from seasoned photographers Sandra and Chalid, experts in documentary, travel, and street photography

overview-iconKathmandu Cultural Photo and Video Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day photo and videography journey through the heart of Nepal with Heaven Himalaya. The tour is led by award-winning photographers Sandra and Chalid. This immersive tour is designed for those passionate about capturing stunning visuals while delving into Nepal’s rich cultural heritage.

This immersive experience invites you to capture the vibrant streets of Kathmandu, the medieval grandeur of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and the serene beauty of Bouddhanath Stupa. Explore the breathtaking Himalayan vistas from Nagarkot, where you’ll witness a spectacular sunrise over the snow-capped peaks. Benefit from Sandra’s expertise in photo storytelling and editing, and Chalid’s insights into video shooting and social media content creation.

With options for 3-star or 5-star accommodations and a maximum of 12 participants, this tour offers personalized instruction and a deep dive into Nepal’s rich cultural and natural beauty. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or an enthusiastic traveler, this Kathmandu Photo and videography tour ensures an unforgettable adventure filled with stunning visuals and invaluable learning.

What you will learn from this photo and video tour?

  • Documentary Photography, Travel Photography, Street Photography
  • Photo Storytelling
  • Editing, Post Production Photoshop and Lightroom
  • Video Shoot, Phone and Camera
  • Editing on Phone, Creating Reels, Social Media

Tour Languages: English, German and Bahasa Indonesian

cost-date-icon Kathmandu Cultural Photo and Video Tour  Cost and Dates

This Kathmandu photo and video tour is a special tour program thus, kindly message us for the available date and the price.

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  • Airport transfers—pickup and drop-off in a private vehicle
  • Your accommodation in chosen category hotel in Kathmandu and Nagarkot with a breakfast plan
  • Kathmandu UNESCO Heritage Tour (Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, and Soyambhunath)
  • Bhaktapur UNESCO Heritage Tour (Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pottery Square, Nyatapola Temple, and more.)
  • Nagarkot Sunrise Tour
  • Everyday breakfast and dinner throughout the tour
  • All ground transportation throughout the entire photography tour in Kathmandu.
  • Heritage Sites entry tickets
  • Sandra or Chalid (the expert photographer's)
  • Photo and Videography Lessons
  • A T-shirt, Trip Completion Certificate
  • All applicable government taxes and service charges
  • First Aid Kit
  • Photography gear and equipment. Please bring along your own camera body and lens, tripod, memory cards, batteries, charger, and speedlight (optional) for the tour.
  • International airfare
  • Visa costs
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal refreshment items like cold drinks, snacks, etc.
  • Personal utility items like laundry, telephone expenses, electricity charges, etc.
  • Tips for photographer
  • Other sight-seeing activities or services other than those stated herein

itinerary-icon Kathmandu Cultural Photo and Video Tour Itinerary

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our tour guide who will assist with your transfer to your hotel in the lively district of Thamel. After checking in and freshening up, we will gather for an introductory session where you will receive a comprehensive presentation about the tour itinerary, cultural norms, and safety guidelines. This is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions and meet fellow participants.

In the evening, we will treat you to a welcome dinner at a renowned restaurant in Thamel, where you can savor traditional Nepali cuisine.

After dinner, you are free to explore the vibrant streets of Thamel at your leisure. Spend the night at your hotel in Thamel, preparing for the exciting days ahead.

The day begins with a visit to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that offers a glimpse into Nepal’s medieval history. You will explore the square's impressive architecture, including the 55-Window Palace, Vatsala Temple, and the five-story Nyatapola Temple, known for its intricate carvings and historical significance.

Following our time in Bhaktapur, we will head to Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated on the banks of the Bagmati River, this sacred site is renowned for its intricate pagoda-style temples and traditional cremation rites, offering a profound insight into local Hindu practices. In the afternoon, our journey will take us to Bouddhanath Stupa, one of the largest and most revered Buddhist stupas in Nepal. Here, you will witness Tibetan Buddhist rituals, observe the spinning of prayer wheels, and browse the bustling shops surrounding the stupa.

After a day full of cultural immersion, we will return to Kathmandu for the evening. You can spend your free time exploring Thamel, enjoying its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and street life.

Overnight in Thamel.

We start the day with a visit to a local monastery where nuns engage in the traditional craft of incense-making. This visit provides a unique opportunity to learn about their daily life and the artisanal process behind their handcrafted incense.

Afterward, we will immerse ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere of a local market, capturing photographs of traditional crafts, local foods, and the everyday bustle of Nepalese life. By midday, we will embark on a scenic drive to Nagarkot, a picturesque hill station renowned for its stunning views of the Himalayas.

Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel and have the evening to relax and enjoy the serene environment. The cooler climate and panoramic views make Nagarkot an ideal spot to unwind and prepare for the next day’s adventures.

Overnight in Nagarkot.

The day begins early as we head out to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas, including views of Mount Everest. The morning light illuminating the peaks provides a perfect photo opportunity. After breakfast, we will drive back to Kathmandu, with a stop at Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), also known as the Monkey Temple. Perched atop a hill, Swayambhunath offers panoramic views of the city and is a significant Buddhist site adorned with numerous stupas and monasteries. After exploring the Monkey temple, we will return to Kathmandu for the afternoon.

Here, each participant will have the chance to present their best photos and videos captured during the tour. This session will be a great opportunity to share experiences and receive feedback from peers and the guide.

In the evening, you are free to explore Thamel once more or relax at your hotel. Overnight in Thamel.

On the final day, you will have some free time for last-minute shopping in Thamel, where you can pick up souvenirs, handicrafts, and other local goods. Depending on your flight schedule, we will arrange for your transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport. As you board your flight, you can reflect on the memorable experiences and beautiful moments captured during your Cultural Photo & Video Tour of Kathmandu and its surroundings.

This itinerary is designed to offer a blend of cultural exploration, scenic beauty, and immersive experiences, with plenty of opportunities for capturing stunning photographs and videos.

review-icon Reviews

Trekking with Professionalism and Trust

It was another superb trek with Heaven Himalaya over 21 days in Tsum Valley and Manaslu Circuit Treks. This was my 2nd trekking with Heaven Himalaya after the Annapurna Circuit and EBC. Throughout the trekking, my guide Shankar was truly professional in his guidance and was very resourceful when we had to adapt our original plan due to rain and snowfall. Shankar was in constant communication with Heaven Himalaya HQ at Kathmandu to ensure all is well at all times. This helped mitigate the many risks that comes with trekking in Nepal. Like my previous guides Dipak and Bishal, Shankar helped me to cross some very difficult tracks due to rain and soft ground. If I'm back in Nepal for trekking, I'll choose Heaven Himalaya, again.

Paradise,

TripAdvisor Singapore

Great and Amazing

It was a great experience and heaven Himalaya did a great job, despite of weather challenges. I and my friends were very pleased with guide Bishal and asst guide Ayush. They are amazing people, very helpful in navigating the challenges during the trek. Thank you..

Jayendra D,

TripAdvisor India

EBC 15 Day

Heaven himalya gave a very good package.They are flexible and made sure we complted in time.Also Bishal the guide was helpful throughout the tour.His team was best .They are straight forward and honest.Very nice members . Sanjib was very flexible and reasonable in very uncertain chages in weather and made sure we got heli and alternate aircrafts. Thanks to the entire team.Will recommend others to go with Heaven himlaya.

Ravindran D,

TripAdvisor India

Trek to EBC

Booking and travelling experience with heaven Himalaya is perfect. They approached professionally planning was flexible. The guide Bishal and assistant Ayush were perfect and pushing us in right direction to complete the 12 day EBC trek successfully. I would fully recommend this agency for your trekking experience at Himalayas Only cautious note I would add is the nepal infrastructure travel to and fro Kathmandu to Lukla is very basic and might sometimes disappoint due to weather.

Balaji,

TripAdvisor India

Highly Recommended Travel Agency in Nepal

I had an amazing experience in Nepal! From Kathmandu- Pokhara- Annapurna Base Camp trekking - Pokhara day tour- Kathmandu with Heaven Himalayan. Their services were exceptional, with a responsive team that made the trip enjoyable. Our guide, Mr. Mahendra, was professional and knowledgeable, ensuring our safety, while porters Mr. Prakash and Mr. Megh were caring and attentive. Our journey filled with laughter and fun with their supports and accompany. I highly recommend Heaven Himalayan for a well-organized and satisfying adventure!

Jieyi P,

TripAdvisor Singapore

Private Tour – Simply the best with unmatchable service!

I had the pleasure of organising a custom solo private tour from Kathmandu to Pokhara, trekking through the ABC/Poon Hill segments, back to Pokhara and then onto Chitwan for a short safari tour and then finally back to Kathmandu. Even before my trip started (and deposit paid), I was extremely impressed with the customer service provided by Ramhari by answering all the questions I had (and there were many), as well as doing so promptly (everything within 12 hours if it wasn’t just a couple of hours). My guide Ramesh and porter were fantastic, but the entire trip team from Ramhari to the drivers that were organised from my Pokhara to Chitwan and Kathmandu parts were all outstanding, this is truly a premium group with an extremely knowledgable and talented team. My guide, Ramesh, had decades of experience, and along with Ramhari who was also a guide, it truly was on display through the contacts and network they had to how they conducted themselves, I felt I was in the best hands, and I was. I felt I was always in the best accomodation in the hotel range, with the best views. Thankfully my trip was drama free with the recent weather/natural disasters, but I would be confident with Heaven Himalaya to ensure my safety and any changes/contingencies were effectively communicated and organised. I am so impressed with the service overall, and I hope to return back to Nepal soon and engage with Heaven Himalaya again for future tours/treks.

Snho,

TripAdvisor Singapore

EXCEPTIONAL TRAVEL ADVENTURE IN THE HIMALAYAS

I took a chance on a local Nepalese agency called Heaven Himalaya to organize my trip to Nepal and it’s absolutely the best choice I made. I chose Heaven Himalaya as they offered the customized private treks that I was looking for (note that they also provide group treks). Plus, all the reviews I read about this agency were 5 star. I’m incredibly happy to have found them! And I WOULD GIVE HEAVEN HIMALAYA A 6 STAR review if I could. After weeks of trying to work with North American agencies for itineraries and costings of my dream trip, waiting days and weeks for an answer, I finally contacted Heaven Himalaya and they responded literally overnight with all the information and pricing that I wanted. And all throughout the planning process, the Heaven Himalaya team provided incredibly fast, helpful and truly personalized service. And even better, the experience they created for us during our trip was exceptional. We were taken care of from the moment Sanjib, one of the two founding brothers, met us at the airport with beautiful marigold garlands to the moment they dropped us back at the airport for our flight home. We visited Upper Mustang and then the Sagarmatha region, with some days in Kathmandu. Everything was customized to exactly what I wanted to do, they arranged everything including transportation, accommodation and meals. Even last minute add-on activities we wanted to do while in Kathmandu were arranged perfectly. An extra special thanks to Sanjib for making sure, all along the way, that our trip went so smoothly, and for the extra adventures we wanted to do in Kathmandu. And our wonderful guides Shankar (in Upper Mustang) and Bichal (in Sagarmatha) made our trip so special. At two points during our trip, we had some weather that created transport problems but the Heaven Himalaya team and their fantastic connections with the local transport companies found solutions to the problems that I’m sure no other agency would be able to do. I VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND HEAVEN HIMALAYA. You will not regret it if you choose to visit Nepal. And I will definitely use them again the next time we visit Nepal.

Sarah,

TripAdvisor Canada

Extraordinary Experiences

Thanks to our tour guide Mr Ram. We are very well taken care of, because of his good care and services. My children aged 9, 15, 17 years old didn't have many hiking experiences, but we made it up to Poonhill 3218m. Which is a great milestone in their growing path.

Suzanne K,

TripAdvisor Malaysia

Spectacular experience in the Himalayas

The 12-day private EBC trek was a spectacular experience with Heaven Himalaya, from start to finish. All aspects were extraordinary, from initial contact to booking, onsite arrangements and attention to all details during the trek. The kind and supportive interaction in both Kathmandu and on the trek with the extraordinary Guide Bishal and Porter Aayush, were what made us successfully complete the EBC trek. They lended a hand when needed, arranged for the best available accommodations, and were never more than a few feet away to provide any assistance, answer questions or provide guidance. A first-class experience and highly recommended. We will definitely engage them again for our next trip to Nepal!

Peter V,

TripAdvisor United States

Three Passes Trek – Pure Perfection

We were very happy with the Heaven Himalaya team, they organised a Three pass trek for us which we successfully completed with the help of an excellent and professional guide Dipak (he is extremely nice, helpfull and full of knowladge. Treking with him was extreemly easy) and his team : Hira, Genash and Ram. Hira jumped in and helped in guiding perfectly. And even helpd carry a backpack if anyone needed. They were all perfect. Heaven Himalaya were professional from begining to the end. We would highly recomended them. Mojca and the Team from Slovenia <3

Mojca B,

TripAdvisor Slovenia

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