About this experience
Escape the city and start your day with a breathtaking sunrise from the hilltop village of Nagarkot, one of the best spots near Kathmandu to catch views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (on clear days). After soaking in the scenic beauty and enjoying a warm tea or breakfast with panoramic mountain views, travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bhaktapur—a perfectly preserved medieval city rich in culture, architecture and history.
Stroll through the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, admire ancient temples, see traditional Newari architecture, and explore pottery squares and hidden courtyards. With a private guide and vehicle, this tour offers flexibility, personal attention and a stress-free way to discover two of the Kathmandu Valley’s most iconic highlights in a single day.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–7 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
What is included
- Bottled water
- Breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (from Kathmandu city center)
- Experienced English-speaking guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Entrance fees at Bhaktapur
Itinerary and highlights
Best view point near Kathmandu
Mount Everest, Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal
One of ancient Durbar Square In Kathmandu valley
55 Window Palace, Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 44800 Nepal
Dattatreya Temple, Dattatreya Square, Bhaktapur 44800 Nepal
National Art Gallery, Durbar Square, Bhaktapur 44800 Nepal
tourist center
Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal
Potty Square
Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu, Nepal
Patan Durbar Square, Patan (Lalitpur), Nepal
Garden of Dreams, Kathmandu, Nepal
Taumadhi Square
Nyatapola Temple
Taleju Temple
Meeting and pickup information
- Departure Point: Your hotel or accommodations in Kathmandu Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point or preferred location within Kathmandu valley
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Himalayan Recreation Treks & Expedition Pvt.Ltd
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 1 people per booking is required
- Please expect to spend around the $10 USD for lunch purchased locally
- Please note that there has been significant damage to some of the sites visited on this tour due to the earthquakes in April and May 2015
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Recommend to take binocular for to have best view of Everest on clear day
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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