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Bhaktapur and Patan Day Tour

Bhaktapur and Patan Day Tour

The Bhaktapur and Patan day tour visits two of the three old royal cities of the Kathmandu Valley in one full day with a licensed guide. In the morning, explore Patan Durbar Square, the outstanding Patan Museum and the Golden Temple; after a Newari lunch, discover Bhaktapur, the best-preserved of the three, with its Nyatapola temple, Pottery Square, woodcarvings and creamy juju dhau yoghurt.

Private vehicle, guide, entry fees and lunch are included.

CountryNepal
Duration1 Days
DifficultyEasy
ActivityCultural sightseeing
Max. AltitudeAbout 1,400 m / 4,593 ft
Best SeasonYear-round
AccommodationNone (day tour)
MealsLunch
Group size1–15 people

Trip highlights

  • Patan Durbar Square and the Patan Museum
  • Golden Temple (Kwa Bahal)
  • Bhaktapur's Nyatapola temple
  • Pottery Square and woodcarving
  • Newari lunch and juju dhau

Short itinerary

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  1. Day 1 Patan and Bhaktapur 1,400 m

Bhaktapur and Patan Day Tour overview

Quick answer: this full-day tour covers Patan and Bhaktapur and costs from US$80 per person, including private vehicle, licensed guide, entry fees and lunch.

Patan and Bhaktapur were once independent Newar kingdoms, and both are part of the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site. Read our guides to Patan and Bhaktapur.

At a glance

FactDetails
DurationAbout 7–8 hours
SitesPatan Durbar Square, Patan Museum, Golden Temple, Bhaktapur
GradeEasy
CostFrom US$80 per person

Day-by-day itinerary

Day1
Pick-up around 9 am. Morning in Patan: Durbar Square, Patan Museum and the Golden Temple. Newari lunch, then Bhaktapur: Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Pottery Square and the woodcarving of Dattatreya Square. Return to your hotel around 5 pm.
1,400 m Lunch Sightseeing

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Private vehicle
  • Licensed, English-speaking guide
  • Entry fees to Patan Durbar Square, Patan Museum and Bhaktapur
  • Newari lunch
  • All government and local taxes

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and driver

Useful info

What to wear

Comfortable shoes and modest clothing for temples.

Tip

Keep your Bhaktapur ticket; it is valid for repeat visits for a set period.

Packing list

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Modest clothing
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • Camera

Add-ons & trip options

Overnight in Bhaktapur heritage guesthouse (per room)US$60
Changunarayan visit (per group)US$20

Choose add-ons and quantities on the booking form.

More options, quoted on request:

  • Overnight in Bhaktapur or Nagarkot.
  • Changunarayan visit.

Frequently asked questions

Patan Durbar Square, the Patan Museum, the Golden Temple and Bhaktapur.

About 7–8 hours.

Yes.

From US$80 per person.

Yes, as an option.

A creamy, sweet yoghurt from Bhaktapur.