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The Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour gives you an exclusive tour of the most ancient cities of the Kathmandu valley. In this specific tour, travelers can get to know the rich art and traditional craftsmanship that have shaped these cities for ages.
The Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour is ideal for travelers who desire a rich cultural exploration of the Kathmandu Valley in a short time.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square Tour
Bhaktapur, the City of Devotees, has many names and even more facets. Also known by the names of Bhadgaon, Khwopa, and Khwopinggram in earlier days, this ancient Newar city, which used to be a Malla kingdom until towards the end of the 15th Century. The core palace area, known as the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bhaktapur is home to ancient traditions, festivals, colorful celebrations, wooden and stone craftwork, and temples displaying excellent medieval local architecture.
Additionally, beautiful ponds, masked dances with typical Newari music, narrow stone-paved gallis (streets), and a well-knit neighborhood are the special attributes of Bhaktapur. Nyatapola or Panchatale Mandir (Five-storied temple), 55-windowed palaces, Dattatreya Square, Pottery Square, locally known as ‘Kumari Chowk’ or ‘Tachapal Tole’, and Taumadhi Square are some major places of interest.
Changu Narayan Temple Tour
The Changu Narayan Temple, located about 7 kilometers north of Bhaktapur, is one of the oldest shrines in the valley. Sitting atop a ridge at the northern edge of Bhaktapur, the pagoda-style, two-storied temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Narayan. It is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Patan Durbar Square Tour
The picturesque Patan, also known contemporarily in Nepali as ‘Lalitpur’ and as Manigal and Yala in the local language, was founded by the Kirats around the 3rd Century BC. The Malla dynasty ruled the town between 1200 to 1800 AD and made significant contributions to the area, evident even today.
Siddhi Narasimha Malla and Yog Narendra Malla are a few notable kings who contributed to the current architecture and monuments that Patan is well-known for. The Patan is designed in the shape of a Dharma Chakra, which is a shape that exhibits paths to enlightenment based on the teachings of Buddha. Patan is the center of exquisitely ancient craftwork in urbanization.
The Patan Durbar Square features intricately stone-carved temples like Krishna Mandir, the freshly renovated Bhimsen Temple, the Vishwanath Temple, and the famous Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihara). Patan Museum, Banglamukhi, and Kumbeshwar Mahadev Temples also incite fascination among visitors.
Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour Highlights
- Visit 3 of the 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour package within the Kathmandu Valley
- Changu Narayan temple is renowned for its intricate carvings and stone sculptures built in the Nepali pagoda style.
- Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square, which exhibits a splendid collection of ancient palaces, temples, and courtyards, displaying the rich medieval architecture and cultural heritage of Nepal.
- Visit Patan Durbar Square, showcasing an outstanding collection of historic palaces, temples, and exquisite architectural wonders that reflect the city’s rich cultural and aesthetic legacy.
- Discover and closely observe the local craftsman and artists in action: Bhaktapur is prominent for pottery and stone crafts, while Patan is famous for metal works and statues.
If you’re new to trekking, it’s better to choose an itinerary with more days. Adding an extra day will help you enjoy the journey without getting too tired and missing out on the experience.
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Day Drive to Patan Dubar Square (about 7km from the core of Kathmandu city)
Day Drive to Changu Narayan Temple, 20km from Patan ~1 hour drive
Day Drive to Bhaktapur, ~7km from Chanu Narayan Temple
- Accompany of Licensed, highly experienced, English-speaking tour guide with salary and all personal expenses covered
- A comfortable, air-conditioned car with a professional, friendly driver for the tour
- Pick-up from your hotel and drop-off at your hotel after the tour
- All applicable monument entrance fees and permits during the tour as per itinerary
- All applicable government charges and taxes
- Nepal Visa and International air-tickets
- Travel Insurance: medical expenses hospitalization, and Trip Cancellation charges
- Personal equipment, meals, accommodations, and any other personal expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
- Tips to your guide, porters, driver, and other field staff as a token of appreciation
- Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the “Trip Includes” list
Our groups are small with maximum 14 people. We create groups of independent travelers, friends and families which maintains close interpersonal connection, engage more and get into depth of the journey. Choose a date from the calendar to reserve your spot.
Beginning of Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour
Welcome to the country of the Himalayas! Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour Package is designed for those who are looking forward to exploring the rich cultural heritage that the country’s capital offers. This one-day tour provides you with the full exploration of the three exotic cities of the Kathmandu valley. Patan is known for its timeless beauty, featuring a collection of both pagoda and Hindu-style temples and palaces. Bhaktapur has a rich Newari culture and numerous traditional arts and crafts. Similarly, the Changunarayan temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Nepal, situated in Bhaktapur, and is widely famous for its ancient sculptures and architecture. These are all listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Nepal Visa Policy
Foreigners traveling to Nepal for the Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour must obtain a visa to enter the country. Only Indians are freely allowed to roam the country without needing a visa. To obtain a visa, you can either apply for it by filling Nepal online Tourist visa form or you can get it after your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport.
The best option is to apply for a visa online as it saves time and makes your job a lot easier. The visa procedure for Nepal is easy and simple. You’ve to gather a few documents in order to fill out the form for a tourist visa, these are:
- A passport with at least 6 months’ validity
- Passport-sized photo.
The visa fees for 15 Days, 30 Days, and 90 Days are $30 US dollars, $50 US dollars, and $125 US dollars, respectively. Although keep in mind that nationals from countries listed below have to apply visa before their arrival.
- Afghanistan
- Cameroon
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Iraq
- Liberia
- Nigeria
- Palestine
- Swaziland
- Syria
- Somalia
- Zimbabwe
- Refugees (must have a travel document)
Information Regarding the Money Exchange Rate in Nepal
In order to buy anything after entering Nepal, you require Nepali Rupee (NPR/Rs). To obtain the Nepalese currency, you can easily exchange the money at banks and authorized money exchange centers. You can find them in the corners of the Thamel area easily. Currently, the exchange rate of 1 USD is 138 NPR.
If you’re looking to exchange some money, then don’t forget to check the exchange rate displayed. If you’re considering exchanging cash for security, traveler’s cheques can be an option. But keep in mind that it can be quite tough and require additional time.
You also have the option of exchanging the money at banks or financial institutions. However, they will charge you a service fee of four percent or more.
The other way is to use a foreign card to withdraw cash from ATMs. These machines are available 24/7 so that you can withdraw money at any time. The highest amount you can take out per transaction is 35,000 NPR, and there is a processing fee of 500 NPR.
Book with Confidence:
Access Nepal Tour and Treks offer full flexibility on dates and group size. This Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour Package is designed to be affordable and hassle-free, giving you the best exploration of three ancient cities.
Steps to Book the Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour Package
The booking procedure for the Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour is quite easy. There is a package details section on the right side where you will see the Book Now button. You’ve to click that button, which will redirect you to the booking procedure.
We accept wire transfers and card/online payments. If you are ready to book the Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour Package, then follow this link: Book Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour.
Why Choose This Package?
This Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour gives you the best authentic experience of the Kathmandu valley in a single day. Here, you’ll get to see Kathmandu’s rich cultural heritage, 3 different UNESCO heritage sites, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, and Changunarayan Temple.
Here are some reasons to choose our package:
- Explore 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in One Day: You’ll get to visit the ancient cities of Kathmandu Valley, Patan, Bhaktapur, and the Changunarayan Temple.
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Experience Culture and History: Witness traditional Newar art, architecture, historic palaces, and much more.
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Knowledgeable Local Guide: Get to know more about the history and the culture related to each location from a knowledgeable guide.
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Hassle-Free Transportation: Enjoy comfortable, round-trip transfers from our own personal car, managed for you to make your trip comfortable and relaxing. First Patan Durbar Square tour, then Bhaktapur Durbar Square tour, and lastly Changunarayan temple tour.
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Ideal for Short Stays: This Patan Bhaktapur Changunarayan Tour is especially designed for travelers who have limited time to explore the cultural heart of the Kathmandu valley.
An amazing trek. Mar 2024 • Friends An incredible experience. From Chame to Muktinath and from Tatopani to Poon Hill. An adventure among epic landscapes, discovering mountains, valleys and mountain ranges that leave you speechless and with the help of a top-level professional team with whom we were unanimously delighted. Stays, transportation, medical care, guide, luggage... whatever you want, everything impeccably organized and with the most kind and friendly treatment, a colossal job by people who make you feel at home even in the shelter more isolated and above all, it knows very well how to do high mountains and adapt to the needs of each member of the expedition. Our thirty people in number and the logistics that entailed were no match for the experience, skill and tremendous effort of Devman and his wonderful team. The visits to Pokhara, Chitwan and Khatmandu were very fun and the historical places of the capital were especially exciting. And its bars.
marc a USA
Totally professional . Highly reccoend May 2014 • Friends Having studied the attractions outside of Kathmandu , I decided I wanted to visit Bhaktapur and Patan . Not as separate day trips as normally offered but in a single day . My initial inquiry was answered promptly and professionally as were the questions that followed. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was laid out and pricing clear . I had read of the various fees associated with the attractions and asked for these to be included. These were set out separately as was the extra cost for me to be dropped at Nagarkot at the end of the day . The prices were very reasonable and when a friend asked to join me after I had booked , the price of tour excluding attraction fees was simply split . The lady I dealt with Sadhana Adhikari was most impressive . At the commencement of the tour she came to the hotel and introduced the guide and the driver and restated the itinerary so there could be no misunderstanding . She also gave each of us a quality company tee shirt . The vehicle was first class and roomy and the driver was skilled and responsible . He had the vehicle waiting and cool whenever needed. The guide was very informative and sensitive to our needs.He took us to to two villages not on the itinerary which were not commonly visited and they were fascinating I could not fault the day . They have a wide range of trips and I would use them without hesitation next time I visit Nepal
ron P Australia
Excellent, knowledgeable tour guides who speak English extremely well Jun 2014 • Family We went on two different day tours around Kathmandu with Access Nepal, and both were great. The best was the tour of Patan and Bhaktapur, mainly because we saw so many different sights that day. Tour the museum as well, even though it's an extra charge, though not much, as I recall. Both our guides spoke English very well and were quite forthcoming about the history and customs of Hindus in Nepal. They were both friendly and talkative. Sadhana will also customize a trip for you if you like.
J M Nepal
Great time learnng about Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur. Jan 2018 • Friends My friend and I had a wonderful time learning about Katmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur with our personable and knowledgeable guide, Jeevan, We spent two days visiting all 7 of the Unesco sites in addition to eating great Nepalese food and taking in other sites. We learned so much about the fascinating culture and history of that part of Nepal. Jeevan was flexible and accommodating in addition to being very informative. I would highly recommend Access Nepal!
Corjally USA
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