Patan Bhaktapur Tour

Patan Bhaktapur Tour is ideal for the tourists who can spare a day to explore this historic valley.

Geography

Urban/Semi-Urban Settlement

location

Lalitpur/Bhaktapur/Kathmandu

Trip Grade

Easy

Duration

1 days

Max. Altitude

1300m

Min. Pax

2 People

Religion

Hindu, Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity

Ethnic People

Diverse

Accomodation

Hotel

Transportation

Private 4 Wheelers

Patan Bhaktapur Tour

Explore the historic cities of Patan and Bhaktapur with the Patan Bhaktapur Tour, perfect for tourists with a day to spare in Nepal. These cities were once royal estates of the Malla Kingdom and are rich in history and culture. The tour starts from Kathmandu and includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites in both cities.

After breakfast, you’ll begin the tour in Patan, also known as Lalitpur. This city is the largest in the Kathmandu valley and is filled with ancient stupas, temples, and a royal palace. You’ll visit the famous Patan Museum and other historic sites before heading to Bhaktapur.

In Bhaktapur, you’ll see the iconic 55 Windowed Palace, which is now a museum. You’ll also explore the surrounding area and visit landmarks like the 5 Storied Temple, Dattatraya Temple, Taleju Temple, and Pottery Square. Witnessing the rich Newari tradition in Bhaktapur is a memorable experience.

The tour is guided by experienced guides and includes transportation in a private car with a chauffeur. You can take this tour any time of the year, but the best weather and accessibility are during spring (Mar-Jun) and autumn (Sep-Nov).

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Trip Highlights

Explore the artistic beauty of Patan (Lalitpur) City.
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of historic Bhaktapur City.
Enjoy a well-guided overland tour led by an experienced guide.
Witness the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Kathmandu Valley.

Trip Itinerary

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Full-Day excursion:

Today, you’ll go on a full-day tour of the nearby cities of Patan and Bhaktapur.
Morning: Drive to Patan after breakfast and visiting major places till Lunch | 4 Hrs

You’ll take a drive about 7km southeast of Kathmandu along the Bagmati River to reach the old-city of Patan. Patan Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Kathmandu Valley. It has many attractions including the Patan Museum, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple, Taleju Bell, Narsing Mandir, a historical water spout, and various other temples. Nearby, you can explore narrow alleys, houses with brick roofs, pottery shops, bronze workshops, and shops selling Thangkha (Ancient Buddhist Art).
Afternoon: Drive to Bhaktapur | 1 Hr. and Bhaktapur excursion till Evening and Drive back to Hotel

Just a short drive, about 13 kilometers east of Kathmandu, is the beautiful city of Bhaktapur. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site, which means it’s really special and important. In Bhaktapur, there are lots of cool things to see and do. You can visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, where there are old buildings and temples with interesting designs. One temple, called Nyatapola Temple, is really tall and has lots of steps. Another place to visit is the Potter’s Square, where you can see people making pots and other things out of clay. There are also small streets with colorful houses and shops where you can buy handmade crafts. Bhaktapur is a place where you can learn about history and see beautiful things made by talented people.