Bhaktapur Panauti Day Tour

Set off on a captivating one-day adventure in the Kathmandu Valley with our Bhaktapur Panauti Day Tour. Discover the ancient cities of Bhaktapur and Panauti, renowned for their rich cultural heritage and historical significance.

This full-day excursion from Kathmandu includes visits to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The tour offers the opportunity to explore ancient traditional Newari architecture and arts, experience typical Nepali city life, and engage with charming villages. You will enjoy the warmth of authentic Nepali-Newari hospitality, complete with a delicious home-cooked meal in an agriculture-based community.

Both Bhaktapur and Panauti are historically significant towns, preserving numerous ancient temples and monuments. These destinations have captivated tourists for centuries with their natural beauty, vibrant culture, and artistic heritage.

Bhaktapur Tour
Bhaktapur, also known as Bhadgaun, is a day trip destination located approximately 17 kilometers east of Kathmandu city center. This city is a living piece of history, where people still inhabit its narrow streets and centuries-old red-brick houses adorned with intricate carvings. Both Hindu and Buddhist shrines can be found throughout the city. Bhaktapur was one of the three separate Malla kingdoms in the Kathmandu Valley (along with Kathmandu and Patan). Additionally, it served as the capital city of the Malla Kings from the 15th to the 18th centuries. The primary attractions in Bhaktapur include Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nyatapola Temple, Bhairavanath Temple, Pottery Square, and Datrataya Square.

Panauti Tour
Panauti is a charming small Newari town located just outside the Kathmandu Valley. This ancient Newari town was once a small kingdom and was given as a dowry gift by the Bhaktapur King to his sister. Nestled between the Roshi and Pangamati Rivers, it is approximately 32 kilometers southeast of Kathmandu. A highlight of Panauti is the magnificent three-story Indreswor Mahadev Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The town is a blend of Buddhist and Hindu religious monuments and is considered one of the region’s most significant medieval sites.