The tour takes for the entire day, or roughly six to seven hours.
Type of Tour: Historical, Cultural, and Heritage
Start/End Location: Thamel Area or Kathmandu Hotel
🕗 8:00 AM: Hotel pickup in Kathmandu
From your hotel in Kathmandu (Thamel or the surrounding area), you start your day with a leisurely drive to Bhaktapur, which is roughly 13 kilometers away. Along the 45-minute drive, take in breathtaking views of the Kathmandu Valley.
🕘 Reach Bhaktapur Durbar Square at 9:00 AM
Begin your tour at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Your guide will show you historic sites that date back hundreds of years, such as
55-Palace of Windows
The Golden Gate
Temple of Vatsala
King Bhupatindra Malla’s statue
Discover the architecture, mythology, and history of these amazing constructions.
🕥 Walk to Taumadhi Square at 10:30 AM
Explore historic alleys to arrive at Taumadhi Square, the location of Nepal’s tallest pagoda-style temple, the famous Nyatapola Temple. Visit Bhairabnath Temple as well and take in the local way of life.
🕚 Visit to Pottery Square at 11:00 AM
In Pottery Square, where people still form clay by hand and foot, observe traditional pottery-making methods. It’s optional, but you could even try spinning a pot.
🕛 Lunch break (traditional Newari meal) at 12:00 PM
Savor a delectable lunch at a neighborhood Newari eatery. Sample traditional foods like the well-known Juju Dhau (King Curd), Samay Baji, Chatamari, and Bara.
Explore Dattatreya Square and the Woodcarving Museum at 1:00 PM.
See the revered Dattatreya Temple and the historic structures nearby. To see the renowned craftsmanship of Bhaktapur, visit a woodcarving museum or neighborhood artisan stores.
🕝 2:30 PM: Free Time for Taking Pictures and Buying Memorabilia
Spend some time exploring independently, taking pictures of the lovely streets and courtyards, or shopping for trinkets at the neighborhood handicraft shops.
🕒 Drive back to Kathmandu at 3:00 PM
You will be driven back to your Kathmandu hotel following a day filled with cultural activities.
✅ Transportation is included in the tour.
A cultural guide in English
Prices for entry to the historical sites in Bhaktapur
Newari set lunch is optional (based on package).