Bhaktapur City Tour-1 day

8 A.M. or 12 P.M.: Departure to Bhaktapur

• Start your day with an hour's drive to Bhaktapur from your hotel. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey takes approximately 40 minutes to 1 hour.

9 A.M. or 1 P.M.: Durbar Square Tour

• Upon arrival, begin your exploration of Bhaktapur Durbar Square over the next few hours. Highlights include:
  • Siddhi Laxmi Temple: Known for its five plinths adorned with guardians.
  • Vatsala Durga Temple: Depicts the goddess Durga in her buffalo-demon-slaying form.
  • 55-Window Palace: Features fifty-five intricately carved wooden windows.
  • Bhairab Nath Temple: Dedicated to Lord Bhairav, associated with local folklore.
  • Nyatapola Temple: The tallest temple in Bhaktapur, decorated with guardian sculptures.
  • Mini Pashupatinath Temple: A replica of Kathmandu's famous temple.
  • Lion Gate and Golden Gate: Main entry points of the Durbar Square.
  • Statues of Kings: A tribute to King Bhupatindra Malla’s family.
  • Dattatreya Square: The oldest square, honoring Lord Dattatreya.
  • Peacock Window: Renowned for its exquisite carvings.
  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square Museum: Home to various historical artifacts.

12 P.M. to 1 P.M.: Lunch Break

• Enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant, featuring local cuisine such as JuJu Dhau (royal curd), Mo: Mo (dumplings), Bara, and more. Other options like pizza and burgers are also available.

1 P.M. to 2 P.M.: Drive to Changunarayan Temple

• After lunch, take a 20-minute drive to Changunarayan Temple, the oldest temple in Nepal. The tour of the temple includes:
  • Circumambulating the temple and viewing the oldest inscription in Nepal.
  • Exploring nearby monuments like Garuda, Chanda Narayan, and various sculptures of Lord Vishnu.

2 P.M. to 3 P.M.: End of Tour and Return to Hotel

• After your insightful visit to Changunarayan, return to your hotel in a private vehicle. Your Bhaktapur City Tour with Trekking Planner Nepal concludes here.

Final Notes

We appreciate your interest in exploring Bhaktapur, a city rich in culture and history. Should you wish to customize your tour further or book additional experiences, feel free to reach out. We hope you enjoy your adventure! Best wishes!