One day Patan and Bhaktapur city tour
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Nexus Travel & Tours Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel for a day of sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. You will visit two cities of Kathmandu Valley: Patan and Bhaktapur. You will return to your hotel by late afternoon. Brief description of the sites: Patan Durbar Square:Patan Durbar Square, like its counterpart in Kathmandu, is an enchanting mélange of palace buildings, artistic courtyards and graceful pagoda temples. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the former royal palace complex is the center of Patan’s religious and social life and houses a museum containing an array of bronze statues and religious objects. One remarkable monument here is a 17th-century temple dedicated to the Hindu god Krishna and built entirely out of stone. The main attractions in Patan:Besides above-mentioned places to visit, there are other significant sites to be explored: Golden Temple Kumbheshwar Krishna Mandir Jagat Narayan Mahaboudha Ashokan Stupa Machchhendranath Temple Tibetan Refugee Camp Bhaktapur:Bhaktapur (1,401m) covers an area of four square miles. Bhaktapur which means the city of devotees still retains a medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated with myriad wonders of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rulers continues to be reflected in the monuments around Durbar Square. Pottery and wood, stone and metal carving are its traditional industries. Bhaktapur is famous the traditional Nepali topi or cap called Bhadgaule. The city lies about 14 km east of Kathmandu. The places of interest include Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the National Art Gallery, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Dattatreya Temple and Dattatreya Square. Bhaktapur Durbar Square: The main square of the city contains innumerable temples and other architectural wonders such as lion gate, the golden gate, the statue of King Bhupatindra Malla, Dattatraya Temple etc.A magnificent statue of King Bhupatindra Malla in the act of worship stands on a column facing the palace. It was listed in the UNESCO world Heritage Monument List in 1979. Palace of 55 Windows: Being built by King Yaksha Malla in 1427 A.D. and remodeled by King Bhupatindra Malla in the 17th century, the balcony and the windows are intricately carved becoming a masterpiece of wood carving.Nyatapola Temple: This five storied Pagoda Style temple was built by King Bhupatindra Malla in 1708 A.D. It is well known for its massive structure and subtle workmanship. It is the tallest pagoda structure in the Kathmandu Valley.The price for the above-mentioned 1-day Patan and Bhaktapur city tour program is US$75 per person based on 7 persons in a group.
The memorable moments
Tour of Patan durbar square Tour of Bhaktapur durbar square
Journey at a glance
Day 1: Sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. — After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel for a day of sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. You will visit two cities of Kathmandu Valley: Patan and Bhaktapur. You will return to your hotel by late afternoon.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. — After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel for a day of sightseeing in Patan and Bhaktapur. You will visit two cities of Kathmandu Valley: Patan and Bhaktapur. You will return to your hotel by late afternoon.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Sightseeing tour to Patan and Bhaktapur with professional English-speaking tour guide
- Transportation by vehicle
- Tax, VAT, and service charge
Not included
- Personal expenses such as Telephone calls, toiletries, laundry, all drinks including soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages etc.
- Travel/ Medical insurance
- Tips for involved staff
- Meals and accommodation in Kathmandu
Essential trip information
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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