UNESCO Durbar Squares Tour – Explore Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur

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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.

What's Included

Professional guide
Bottled water
Hotel pickup & drop-off (within Kathmandu)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Need to pay entrance fees to enter the monument.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up at hotel or airport from all travellers.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
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  • 1
    Kathmandu Durbar Square

    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Kumari Chowk

    Kumari Ghar

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Hanuman Dhoka, Kathmandu, Nepal

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Patan Museum

    Patan Museum

    40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Patan Durbar Square

    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Durbar (Central) Square

    Durbar (Central) Square

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar)

    Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar)

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval)

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Bhaktapur Durbar Square

    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.

    2 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    55 Window Palace

    55 Window Palace

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Pottery Square

    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.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Nyatapola Temple

    Nyatapola Temple

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Dattatreya Temple

    Dattatreya Temple

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14

    Taleju Temple

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Kathmandu (Pass by)

    Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Nepal

    Admission ticket free
  • Kathmandu Valley (Pass by)

    Kathmandu, Kathmandu, Nepal

    Admission ticket free
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    Patan (Lalitpur), Patan (Lalitpur), Nepal

    Admission ticket free
  • Bhaktapur (Pass by)

    Bhaktapur, Bhaktapur, Nepal

    Admission ticket free
  • Thamel (Pass by)

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    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • All travellers can participate
Supplied by Himalayan Recreation Treks & Expedition Pvt.Ltd

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