Bhaktapur and Panauti Sightseeing Day Tour

Discover one of Nepal's prettiest attractions, a well-preserved medieval city-state and UNESCO-World Heritage site- Bhaktapur. The in-depth tour also includes a visit to Panauti, where you'll have a chance to meet with local entrepreneurs.

• An insider's tour of Bhaktapur and Panauti
• Discover two of Nepal's most picturesque towns in a single visit
• Get an informative look at the Newari city-state's famous heritage sites
• Enjoy the opportunity to meet with local entrepreneurs

What's Included?

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (within Kathmandu Valley)
• English-speaking tour guide
• Private transportation

The tour begins with sightseeing at Panauti village, a historical Newari town which is around 32 kilometers southeast of Kathmandu on the confluence of the Rosi and Punyamati rivers. Panauti is a town in Nepal, with many temples dating back to the 15th Century or earlier. Visit the Indreshwar Temple, one of the largest and tallest pagoda style temples in Nepal dating back to 13 century. Next, visit Brahmayani Temple, another important monument constructed in the 17th century to honor Brahmayani, the goddess of the town.

Finally, visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a museum of medieval art and architecture with many examples of sculptures, wood carvings and colossal pagoda temples consecrated to different gods and goddesses. Witness a unique culture here, and admire some of the finest displays of craftsmanship. Bhaktapur is the only place in Nepal that has remained untouched by western culture.

Exclusions

• Lunch
• All Fees and Taxes
• Gratuities