UNESCO Durbar Squares Tour – Explore Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur

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Bhaktapur Darbar Square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Kathmandu Darbar Square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Unlock the cultural heart of Nepal on this private full-day tour of Kathmandu Valley’s three Durbar Squares—each a living museum of art, architecture and royal history.

Start your day in Kathmandu Durbar Square, where ancient palaces, courtyards, and temples tell the story of the Malla kings. Continue to Patan, known as the “City of Fine Arts,” where you’ll explore intricately carved temples, bronze statues, and artisan alleys. Finally, head to the stunning medieval city of Bhaktapur, home to a towering pagoda, pottery squares, and well-preserved Newari traditions.

With a professional guide and private vehicle, this cultural journey lets you experience three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one unforgettable day.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Himalayan Recreation Treks & Expedition Pvt.Ltd

Ages: Adults (8–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Hotel pickup & drop-off (within Kathmandu)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Need to pay entrance fees to enter the monument.

Itinerary

Himalayan Recreation - Day Tours

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Kathmandu Durbar Square

2 hours Admission not included

Kathmandu Durbar Square which is also popularly known as Basantapur Durbar Square. All the houses, temple & palace in Kathmandu Durbar Square belong to the period between 12-16 century. The remarkable architecture involved in making of all the palace & temple in Kathmandu Durbar Square makes this place a popular tourist destination. Some of the places in Kathmandu Durbar Square that'll surely amaze you are; Taleju temple, Shiva-Parbati temple, Kumari Ghar, Hanumandhoka & Jaganath temple.
Kumari Chowk

10 min

Kumari Ghar
Hanuman Dhoka

10 min

Hanuman Dhoka, Kathmandu, Nepal
Patan Museum

40 min Admission not included

Patan Museum
Patan Durbar Square

2 hours Admission not included

Patan Durbar Square will your last visit of your Day tour. Patan which is also known as lalitpur is the oldest City among the three royal cities. Patan Durbar Square is known for its rich cultural heritage & ancient arts. There you can visit old Palace (Durbar), Patan museum and the Stone Temple of Krishna with the pillar of Garuda the vehicle of Lord Vishnu and as well of Lord Krishna.
Durbar (Central) Square

30 min Admission not included

Durbar (Central) Square
Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar)

10 min

Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar)
Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval)

5 min

Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval)
Bhaktapur Durbar Square

2 hours Admission not included

Bhaktapur Duirbar Square widely known for its ancient & pure art & architecture. This ancient place engage you with a beautiful demonstration of gorgeous local products, pottery & various other artworks. Some of the important & popular places in Bhaktapur durbar Square are; Fifty five Window Palace, The Golden Gate, The Lion Gate & The Art gallery.
55 Window Palace

15 min

55 Window Palace
Pottery Square

15 min

Even many tourists visit this small square, it is nice and interesting see how Nepal people still today use traditional way to make these poterries.
Nyatapola Temple

15 min

Nyatapola Temple
Dattatreya Temple

10 min

Dattatreya Temple
Taleju Bhawani Temple Bhaktapur

10 min

Taleju Temple
Kathmandu

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Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu Valley

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Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Nepal
Patan (Lalitpur)

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Patan (Lalitpur), Patan (Lalitpur), Nepal
Bhaktapur

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Bhaktapur, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stop 20

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tourist center

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

OYO 623 Valley View Resort
Treez Resort Pvt Ltd
Kathmadu Fawlty Home
Nepal Ayurveda Home
SPOT ON 577 Hotel Green Park
Hotel Roadhouse
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Kathmandu Thamel
Hotel Impala Garden
OYO 167 Hotel Lotus Buddha Inn
Mount Annapurna Guest House
Nepal Travelers Home
OYO 777 Hotel Silver Mount Pvt Ltd

and 429 more pickup points

We pick up at hotel or airport from all travellers.

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If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.