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Private Half-Day Tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square

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About this experience

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is the plaza in front of the royal palace of the old Bhaktapur Kingdom and is one of three Durbar Squares in the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While the complex consists of at least four distinct squares (Durbar Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square and Pottery Square), the whole area is informally known as the Bhakapur Durbar Square and is a highly visited site in the Kathmandu Valley.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr
  • Private experience

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Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • English speaking local guide
  • 2 Mineral water bottles per person
  • Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or airport
  • Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Bhaktapur Durbar Square, is the royal palace of the old Bhaktapur Kingdom, 1,400 metres above sea level. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Bhaktapur Durbar Square is located in the current town of Bhaktapur, also known as Khwopa, which lies 13 km east of Kathmandu.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Any hotel in Kathmandu but preferred which is located in Thamel

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Pigeon Travel And Tours Pvt Ltd

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Adult pricing applies to all other travelers
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please dress modestly.
  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Any hotel in Kathmandu but preferred which is located in Thamel
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 2+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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