Nepal · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Ramble around Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan Temple and Nagarkot Hillstation

7 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kathmandu. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the UNESCO-listed Bhaktapur Durbar Square
02 See landmarks including Nyatapola Temple and the Golden Gate
03 Visit Changu Narayan Temple, one of Nepal’s oldest Hindu temples
04 Admire traditional pagoda-style architecture and historic stone carvings
05 Enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley from Nagarkot
06 Travel with private transfers, hotel pickup and drop-off
07 Entrance fees and guide fee included

Discover three of the Kathmandu Valley’s most rewarding cultural and scenic highlights on this private day tour to Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan Temple, and Nagarkot. Explore the medieval atmosphere of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, where royal courtyards, pagoda-style temples, and intricate architecture bring Nepal’s history vividly to life.

Continue to Changu Narayan Temple, regarded as one of the oldest Hindu temples in Nepal, and admire its traditional pagoda design, carved details, and historic stone inscriptions. Then head to Nagarkot hill station to take in sweeping views over the Kathmandu Valley and the surrounding mountains before returning to Kathmandu.

Explore the medieval atmosphere of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, where royal courtyards, pagoda-style temples, and intricate architecture bring Nepal’s history vividly to life.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ramble around Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan Temple and Nagarkot Hillstation

At 10:30 am our expert tour guide assists you at your hotel and transfers you to the UNESCO listed world heritage sites.

Start sightseeing from Bhaktapur Durbar Square at approximately 11 am.

Major attraction of Bhaktapur Durbar Square:

• 55 window palace:

• Vatsala Temple:

• Statue of Bhupatindra Malla:

• Nyatapola Temple:

• Bhairava Nath Temple:

• The world famous Golden gate of Bhaktapur:

• Lions Gate:

• Mini Pashupatinath Temple:

At 1:30 pm, enjoy sightseeing of Changu Narayan Temple:

Major attraction of Changu Narayan Temple:

• Pagoda style old temple

• Various old and unique stone idols around the temple

• Oldest inscription by Manadev (first historical king of Nepal)

• Enjoy the unique architecture of the temple (woodcarving, struts, toran )

At 3:30 pm, reach Nagarkot hillstation and enjoy the view.

• Observe panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley

• Enjoy scenic Mountains view

Trip ends as your guide assists you to your hotel in Kathmandu at around 5:30 pm.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kathmandu. 3 cities · 7 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All private transfer
Hotel pick up and drop off service
Guide fee
Entrance fees

What's Not Included

Tips
Any meals

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.
Our tour guide handover to you at the entrace.
We offer pick and drop off services from Hotels inside Kathmandu city