# 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.

## Trip facts
- **Destination:** Nepal
- **Duration:** 1 days
- **Difficulty:** Easy
- **Activity:** Cultural sightseeing
- **Max altitude:** About 1,400 m / 4,593 ft
- **Best season:** Year-round
- **Group size:** 1–15 people
- **Accommodation:** None (day tour)
- **Meals:** Lunch
- **Price:** from US$80 per person
- **Web page:** https://himalayanhiking.com/bhaktapur-patan-day-tour
- **Book:** https://himalayanhiking.com/booking?trip=bhaktapur-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](/places/patan) and [Bhaktapur](/places/bhaktapur).

### At a glance

FactDetailsDurationAbout 7–8 hoursSitesPatan Durbar Square, Patan Museum, Golden Temple, BhaktapurGradeEasyCostFrom US$80 per person

## 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

## Day-by-day itinerary
### Day 1: Patan and Bhaktapur
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.
_Altitude: 1,400 m · Meals: Lunch_

## What is 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 information
### 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

## Frequently asked questions
### Which sites does the tour visit?
**Patan Durbar Square**, the **Patan Museum**, the **Golden Temple** and **Bhaktapur**.

### How long is the tour?
About **7–8 hours**.

### Are entry fees included?
Yes.

### How much does it cost?
From **US$80 per person**.

### Can I stay overnight in Bhaktapur?
Yes, as an option.

### What is juju dhau?
A creamy, sweet yoghurt from Bhaktapur.