Private Day Tour in Kathmandu Valley Rim with Bhaktapur Sightseeing

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7 to 8 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: English

Sometimes the best things to see and do in Kathmandu are not in the center of the capital city. On the Kathmandu Valley Rim one day tour, a journey to four unique and inspiring places in the southeastern part of the Kathmandu Valley. 

The city of Bhaktapur, as well as the beautiful village of Changu Narayan, features ancient temples, incredible carvings, and flagstone streets. The entire communities have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites because of their uniqueness in history, religion, and culture. 

In addition, you will be taken to the rarely visited, but truly inspiring village of Panauti were a series of temples and ancient artwork line the banks at the confluence of three rivers (including a sacred, underground river). Also on the tour is a stop at Kailashnath, the world’s tallest Shiva statue at 44 m/143 feet! These places are not crowded, and truly an enlightening experience.

What's Included

Professional tour guide
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Inside Ring road including Bouddha part)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entry Fee (~USD 20 PP)

Meeting and pickup

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

We will pick up from the hotel inside Ring road and Bouddha area.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Changu Narayan Temple

    This is the oldest Hindu (Narayan) temple of Kathmandu Valley. There are 4 Narayan temples in Kathmandu and this is the eastern part Narayan temple which protects Kathmandu Valley. Listed in World Heritage Sites and can be seen Mountain View from the temple areas.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Bhaktapur Durbar Square

    This is one of the beautiful Durbar Square among three Durbar Square in Kathmandu valley. This is the way to explore palaces, old carvings and pottery square with many temples and culture of typical Newari religion.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Nyatapola Temple

    This is 5 stairs beautiful temple with wide courtyards. You will enjoy visiting this temple and surrounding areas.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    This is the area of Temple of Nyatapola inside the Bhaktapur durbar square. Enjoy seeing courtyards and typical Newari houses.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    55 Window Palace

    This is 55 Window palace of Bhaktapur Durbar square carved beautifully. Enjoy visiting this palace and surrounding areas.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Inside the Kailashnath area, you can see the tallest statue of Nepal standing of God Shiva. Take a picture and pray, its really enjoy and see the Bhaktapur valley from here.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Dattatreya Temple

    Visit this beautifully carved temple with courtyards. enjoy having lunch round some restaurant.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Pottery Square

    Visit a unique pottery square at Bhaktapur. See how the pot they making by pottery and you can try if you want.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 9

    This is newly set up the biggest statue of God Shiva. This is located in Sanga and you can visit this beautiful garden and status here on the way to Panauti.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • (Pass by)

    This is major attraction and we spend about an hour here.

    Admission ticket free
  • 10

    While you visit Panauti, watch it Museum which shows the culture of Newari people just out of Kathmandu Valley.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 11

    In this square stands the beautiful two major temples to the north Nyatapola Temple which is one of the tallest temples in Nepal and east Bhairabnath Temple. Taumadhi Square is one of the four squares which is located next to Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code is smart casual
Supplied by Himalayan Planet Adventures

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