KATHMANDU · NEPAL
Nepal’s standout trips.
The 15 most popular patan & durbar square tours in Nepal. The ones worth building a trip around, with prices, timings and who runs them.
See Bhaktapur’s main squares, then Patan’s Durbar Square courtyards and wood carvings, finishing at the 12th-century Golden Temple.
Most Popular“We've been to these areas on past trips, but only with family. Going with a professional guide (Rajendra) was totally worth it - he told us historical context that we hadn't heard before and answered all of our random questions about PataRead more”
Kathmandu at dusk by rickshaw: Thamel and Asan markets, then Durbar Square on foot with UNESCO sights and included entry.
“This tour was a great way for me to get a feel for Kathmandu while I waited for my group to arrive. Our guide Nikita was knowledgeable and our rickshaw driver skilled at navigating uneven and busy streets. There was a great combination of moving through the hustle and bustle from the rickshaw and then…”
Private 6-hour Kathmandu tour linking Patan and Bhaktapur UNESCO squares, temples, palaces, and museums with hotel pickup and a live guide.
“Excellent. Dishee was a knowledgable friendly guide who gave me all the history on the temples, palaces and religions which was a lot! amazing architecture restored after the earthquake were inspiring to see such craftsmanship and tradition.”
6-hour guided tour of UNESCO Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares: Golden Temple, palace courtyards, and Newari craft. Hotel pickup included.
Old Kathmandu walk with rare Buddhist sites, Asan market, Durbar Square, Kumari Chowk, then coffee in Thamel for a full, easy morning.
“I am really glad I did this tour. It perfectly combines some of the must-see popular places in Kathmandu with strolls down the lesser-path streets. Which was a perfect, much-preferred way of travel for me. Especially if someone has limitRead more”
A private 8-hour day trip from Kathmandu to UNESCO Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Squares, plus Patan Museum and key temples.
“Thoroughly recommend this tour. My guide Kabita was super knowledgable in explaining everything we saw. Definitely recommend!”
Half-day Bhaktapur Old City tour from Kathmandu with private pickup, Durbar Square temples, pottery and pond stops. Entry fees extra.
“A fascinating city. The only damper was the rain. With so many damaged buildings due to the 2015 earthquake, I hope the people of Bhaktapur can rebuild sooner rather than later. Our guide was so welcoming and knowledgable. The ride out of Kathmandu also gave us a view of everyday Nepalese life.”
Small-group walk through Patan’s sacred sites, Malla royal squares, and Newar Buddhism stories, with a few entry fees to plan for.
“Great tour with lots of information. Guide took us through the streets and passages we would have never found on our own. He also adjusted the level of detail based on what we found interesting, and the duration depended entirely on how much we wanted to see and learn.”
A small-group walk through Kathmandu’s Durbar Square, temples, and the Kumari tradition, led by a local guide in about 3 hours.
“I really enjoyed the Tour in a small group through the lively streets to Durbar Square. Santosh is a great guide and showed us many places off the Main Track I would have never seen otherwise. Thank you!”
Walk Kathmandu’s Durbar Square with the Living Goddess Kumari and Shree Gha shrine, guided by a certified team with UNESCO fees included.
“Sovit was pretty cool and knowledgeable. Looking forward to booking another your with him.”
Sunrise from Nagarkot, then Bhaktapur UNESCO with temples, pottery and Thanka art. Private transport, English guide, from $55.
“Simply amazing!! Praskash made this trip to Nepal so comfortable and took care of everything that we needed! Highly recommend his tours!”
Half-day Kathmandu tour of Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares with an English guide, scenic transfers, and a lunch box included.
“Der halbtägige Ausflug nach Bhaktapur war einer Höhepunkte. Zu der grossen Anlage mit all ihren schönen Gebäuden muss ich gar nichts sagen. Ein MUSS bei einem Besuch Nepals. Der Ausflug war perfekt organisiert mit meinen örtlichen Read more”
A private half-day in Kathmandu pairing UNESCO Durbar Square with hilltop Swayambhunath, including guide, tickets, and hotel pickup.
“My guide's name was Bishnu, who is a Nepali national, and grew up in Kathmandu. The tour was separated into two parts: Durbar Square and Swayambunath Stupa. Bishnu picked me up in my hotel, and we started our way to Durbar, whiRead more”
Private 6-hour Kathmandu Valley tour of UNESCO Durbar Squares in Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, with guide, bottled water, and pickup.
“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!!!”
Sunrise at Nagarkot, then UNESCO Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Squares with a guide and hotel transfers on one smooth day.
“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.”
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