Nepal · DURBAR SQUARES
Three royal squares — Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur — all badly hit in April 2015 and all substantially rebuilt since. The 15 below differ on how many of the three they attempt in a day, whether entry tickets are included, and how much time the itinerary leaves for the reconstruction itself.
Private 6-8 hour tour from Kathmandu to Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Squares, plus Golden Temple, with pickup and a local guide.
“We have visited tei cities. Patan and bhaktapur. Our guide, Rajendra Manandhar, was kind, patient and very aknowledges. He told us a lot about the history and also took pictures of us. I can truly reccomend. Thank you for this great experience.”
Sunset rickshaw from Thamel to Asan and Kathmandu Durbar Square, with a guided walk, Durbar Square entry included, small group.
“Excellent tours. He is such a good teacher! We got the bonus of doing the ride during festival and loved seeing the people”
Guided Old Kathmandu walk from Thamel to UNESCO Durbar Square and Kumari Chowk, plus lesser-known Newar Buddhist sites and markets.
“Really wonderful morning exploring the Kathmandu Durbar Square and Asan Bazaar. The guide was very knowledgeable, and showed us a lot of details we would have missed on our own. Seeing the living goddess Kumari was a highlight. Would recommend to others.”
A guided full-day city tour linking Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Squares in Nepal, plus Patan Museum and iconic temples, with hotel pickup.
“Thoroughly recommend this tour. My guide Kabita was super knowledgable in explaining everything we saw. Definitely recommend!”
Bhaktapur Old City in 4 hours with private hotel pickup, a pro guide, Durbar Square highlights, Kumha Tole pottery, Nyatapola.
“Rabina was a welcoming and knowledgeable guide. She clearly explained all aspects of the history and culture that shaped Bhaktapur. She accommodated my needs as a solo traveler and was always friendly and fun to be with.”
Private half-day Kathmandu tour: Durbar Square and Swayambhunath with hotel pickup, English guide, tickets, and valley views.
“We had a group of 13 people and we had a great experience on our tour! This is a great way to see Kathmandu from a local prospective.”
See Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares with an English guide, hotel pickup, and a boxed lunch, plus free time after your half-day route.
“Very good half day visit of Bhaktapur Safe drive with on time pickup. Good explanation of the site with the complete visit. I would recommend”
Private 6-hour tour covering Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares with pickup, certified guide, and bottled water. UNESCO culture.
“This was a great tour. My guide, Umesh was really knowledgeable and I learned a lot about the sites we saw. I never felt rushed in exploring. He also gave me ample time to look at shops or take photos. Lunch was great and had a nice view. Best tour guide!!!”
Watch sunrise over the Himalaya from Nagarkot, then tour UNESCO Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Squares with a guide and door-to-door pickup.
“The sunrise tour was incredible! I don't know how our driver managed that mountain! My guide was so personable and gave me time to view everything. I would love to do it again.”
Half-day Kathmandu tour to Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa, with a licensed guide, hotel pickup, and kora rituals.
“Spent a wonderful day in Kathmandu visiting Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa with Enticing Himalayas. Everything was well-organized, and our guide Prakriti made the experience memorable with his kindness and deep knowledge of the sites. Truly grateful for his care and insights. Highly recommend this tour with Prakriti!”
Sunrise in Nagarkot, then Changu Narayan and Bhaktapur Durbar Square on a guided day trip from Kathmandu, with tickets and transfers.
“Our guide, Rajat Khatiwada, was wonderful and very nice. He explained so many aspects of the history, daily life and religious aspects of how everything comes together. So interesting and amazing!”
5-hour guided loop of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan Durbar Squares. See Hanuman Dhoka, Kumari, Nyatapola, Krishna Mandir with an English guide.
“Had a wonderful tour of Durbar Square! Our guide, Pranav, was truly exceptional—fluent, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable about the history, culture, and architecture of the place. He explained everything so clearly and made the whole experience memorable. Thank you for the excellent guidance! Highly recommended.”
Celebrate Holi at Kathmandu Durbar Square with a local guide, Holika Dahan ritual, temple sights, color, lunch, and photo time for 6 hours on Mar 2.
4-hour Kathmandu half-day: Swayambhunath Monkey Temple and Durbar Square, hotel pickup, guide, and entrance tickets, $65 per person.
“This tour is perfect for a taste of Kathmandu. My guide Pankaj was very informative and fun. He was able to give us a lot of knowledge of Hindu and Buddhist culture in a half day trip. The monkey temple and the palace were very cool spots to visit in Kathmandu.”
4-hour private Bhaktapur Durbar Square tour from Kathmandu: Golden Gate, 55 Jhyale Durbar, Nyatapola Temple, pottery, and squares.
“It’s really nice tour with lots of informations with guide Nilakantha Acharya through Cordial Trek. Thanks a lovely morning . Highly recommended this tour with Nilakantha .”
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