Nepal · Culture

Panauti with Bhaktapur Day trip

6 Hours Round trip from Kathmandu Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the historic Newari town of Panauti
02 Explore sacred sites at the confluence of the Rosi and Punyamati rivers
03 See Indreshwor Temple, Brahmayani Temple, and Unmatta Bhairav Temple
04 Discover Bhaktapur Durbar Square with an expert guide
05 Admire the Lion Gate, Golden Gate, and Statue of King Bhupatindra
06 Visit the iconic Nyatapola Temple and Fifty-Five Window Palace
07 Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu city
08 Entrance fees and private transport included

Discover two of the Kathmandu Valley’s most rewarding heritage destinations on this guided day trip to Panauti and Bhaktapur. Begin in historic Panauti, a sacred Newari town at the confluence of the Rosi and Punyamati rivers, where medieval temples, traditional architecture, and religious life come together in a remarkably atmospheric setting.

Continue to Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a celebrated showcase of Nepalese art, woodcarving, and pagoda-style architecture. Explore renowned landmarks including the Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Statue of King Bhupatindra, Nyatapola Temple, and the Fifty-Five Window Palace, while gaining deeper insight into the culture, craftsmanship, and spiritual traditions of the valley.

Begin in historic Panauti, a sacred Newari town at the confluence of the Rosi and Punyamati rivers, where medieval temples, traditional architecture, and religious life come together in a remarkably atmospheric setting.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Panauti

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Panauti with Bhaktapur Day trip

Start your day trip as your expert guide picks you up from Hotel Lobby’s at 10:30 am. By 11:30 am, you will reach Panauti, your first sightseeing spot for the day. Visit Brahmayani Temple as you crosses Rosi and Punyamati rivers. You might encounter with lines of mourners making their way to the funeral Ghats. Continue sightseeing of Indreshwor temple, Unmatta Bhairav Temple. Observe various idols of Hindu god and goddess, wood carving on struts, toran around the Indreshwor temple area. Lunch Break at 02:00 pm and start sightseeing of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You will see Bhaktapur's renowned attractions such as the Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Art Gallery, Statue of King Bhupatindra, Nyatapola Temple and fifty-five windows Malla Palace. After the Bhaktapur sightseeing concludes, you will be transferred to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 3 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop facilities
All entrance fees
Expert tour guide
Luxurious vehicle

What's Not Included

Tips for Guide and Driver
Personal Expenses
Meals
Travel Insurance
Extra Activities

Know before you go

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
We offer pickup and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city. Please provide us the name of Hotel.
We offer pick and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city ring road. For hotels outside ring road you need to pay additional charge.
Our guide provide you the entry ticket at the sightseeing spots.
Customers Hotel within Kathmandu city