Duration
1 Days 0 Nights Trip
Description
Take a private, full-day tour of three UNESCO World Heritage Sites close to Kathamndu with your own guide. See Durbar Squares at Patan, Bhaktapur, and Kathmandu to gain knowledge of Nepal's architecture, culture, and faiths. Admire magnificent palaces, temples, and stone and wood sculptures created by Newar craftsmen centuries ago, and learn about the effects of the 2015 earthquake on the area.
The Narayanhiti Palace Museum, with its intricate architecture and sprawling grounds, holds within its walls a treasure trove of historical artifacts. Each room tells a story, from the opulent throne room where kings were crowned, to the elegant reception halls where lavish banquets were held.
Highlights
- Explore the Narayanhiti Palace Museum, once a royal private estate
- Learn about the rise and fall of Nepal’s royal family
- Encounter history, architecture, mythology, religious beliefs, and local culture
- Take a stroll through the traditional markets, with traditional handicrafts
Included
- Transportation in a private vehicle by car, van, or bus, depending on group size
Professional tour guide
Entrance fee
Mineral water during the tour
Government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Any transfers which are not included in the itinerary
Tips and gratuities for guide/driver (optional)
Any kind of meals or beverages
Itinerary
Day 1
- Kathmandu Durbar Square: Kathmandu Durbar Square is surrounded with spectacular architecture and vividly showcases the skills of the Newar artists and craftsmen over several centuries.
- The square surrounds quadrangles revealing courtyards and temples.
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square: Then, we will drive towards Bhaktapur and visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
- It takes around 25 minutes to reach Bhaktapur from Patan.
- Narayanhiti Royal Palace: Begin your visit inside the palace and gather knowledge regarding the history of Nepal.
- The Palace is divided into 3 sections, the guest wing, state wing, and the private wing.