Private Tour of Patan with Durbar, Hindu Temple, Buddhist Vihar-Stupa and Museum
Why we love it?
The Private Tour of Patan offers a comprehensive exploration of this historic city in Kathmandu, Nepal, over a duration of four hours. Participants will visit key sites, including the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, as well as significant Hindu and Buddhist landmarks such as temples and the Vihar-Stupa. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of the region's rich cultural and religious heritage, as it includes insights from an expert English-speaking guide. The experience is distinctive due to its focus on both Hindu and Buddhist traditions, allowing visitors to appreciate the harmonious coexistence of these two faiths in Nepalese society. All entrance fees are included, along with private transfers for a personalized and convenient experience.
Inclusions
- All entrance fees
- Expert English speaking Guide
- Private transfer
- Pick up and drop off
Exclusions
- Tips
- Monuments entrance fees not specified on Itinerary
Itinerary
Private Tour of Patan with Durbar, Hindu Temple, Buddhist Vihar-Stupa and Museum
10:30 am or 1:00 pm: Your expert Guide for this trip will pick you up from your Hotel’s Lobby and takes you to drive for Patan.
11:00 am or 1:30 pm: You would reach Patan, depending upon your Hotel location, the time might differ. Upon reaching start your sightseeing tour from Patan Durbar Square itself.
Patan Durbar Square: The palace square and residence of the Malla rulers of Patan state which now houses a museum.
Krishna Mandir: One of the most beautiful stone temples of Nepal built by King Siddhinarsingh Malla in the 16th century.
Your next sightseeing spot:
Patan Museum: This museum inside the durbar square specializes in bronze statues and religious objects. It is considered as one of the best museums in Asia.
Your next sightseeing spot:
Hiranyabarna Mahavihara: A Buddhist temple known locally as Golden Temple.
Your next sightseeing spot:
Kumbheshwar Temple: A Shiva temple with two ponds whose water is believed to come from Gosaikunda.
Banglamukhi Temple: A temple which is one of the ten mahavidyas (great wisdom goddesses) in Hinduism.
Your next sightseeing spot:
Mahabouddha Temple: Also known as 1000 Buddha Temple modeled liked the Mahabodhi temple in Bodh Gaya.
Rudra Varna Mahavihar: Colloquially known as Uku Baha, this monastery is an incredible site to reflect on history of Buddhism, Newar society, and brass craftwork in Patan.
Your next sightseeing spot:
Mahabouddha Temple: Also known as 1000 Buddha Temple modeled liked the Mahabodhi temple in Bodh Gaya.
Rudra Varna Mahavihar: Colloquially known as Uku Baha, this monastery is an incredible site to reflect on history of Buddhism, Newar society, and brass craftwork in Patan.
Your 4 hour sightseeing tour ends here at approximately 2:30 pm or 5:00 pm and drop off at your hotel.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- Patan is a city of 55 major temples, 136 Buddhist monasteries, fine metal works, and countless festivals. Patan takes pride in producing great Thanka painters in the country. In every - now and then - corners and alleys of Patan can be seen with Thanka painters, filling color to ancient Gods and Goddess.
- We offer pickup and drop off service from Hotels inside Kathmandu city. Please provide us the name of Hotel.
- We offer all pick up service from any Hotels inside Kathmandu valley
Know Before You Go
- Infants must sit on laps
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
