Private Tour
Nagarkot Sunrise, Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square Tour in Kathmandu
Overview
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10 hours
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There is nothing more satisfying than seeing the first rays of suns emerging from the midst of Himalayas to start your day. So, we bring you this exciting Best Nagarkot Sunrise and two of the Durbar Square tour for a day in Kathmandu valley. You will not only emerge in beautiful colors of red, orange, and white but also get to explore Nepali tradition, culture, architecture, and religion from this day trip to Nagarkot and Royal Squares. Be amazed by a panoramic view of mountains that explode with beauty before heading out to explore the rich history and culture of Kathmandu valley. You will head out to two of the Durbar Squares, namely Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. Enjoy your day from dusk till dawn and emerge yourself in the beauty that this Best Nagarkot Sunrise and Durbar Square Tour have to offer.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Inside Ring Road)
Professional tour guide
Transport by private vehicle
Food and Drinks
Gratuities
Entry Fee (~USD 20-22 PP)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Nagarkot View Tower
This day trip starts from your hotel. You will be picked up early before dawn and driven towards Nagarkot. It is a beautiful hill station famous for sunrise and sunset views. You will be witnessing a stunning break of day from the pinnacle of a well-known perspective in the entire location of Kathmandu. You will be pushed through neighborhood lands stuffed with farms and woodland until you reach the Nagarkot viewpoint. Be amazed through the panoramic view of the location as the solar rises from under the snowy Himalayas. The shade trade from reddish-orange to snowy white will please your soul. You will see the mountain stages like Annapurna, Mt. Everest, Dhaulagiri and many more. After the moment there, you will then move down towards the next destination for the day.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Your next destination will be via a vehicle to Bhaktapur City, also called "the City of Devotees." It is an extraordinary city that still has many old-style houses and buildings intact. You will find many exciting and artistic structures from the entry point to the exit point. This ancient town is inhabited with the aid of indigenous Newari human beings in a large group. You can visit this area to ride Nepali culture, tradition, and religion in the right way. The most crucial enchantment of the regions is many artistic pillars with statues of ancient kings, ornamental gates at entrances, 55-window palace and Nyatapola temple located in the central Royal Square of Bhaktapur. Also, be sure to strive out neighborhood cuisine and curd in the location before leaving the place.
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Nagarkot Sunrise, Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square Tour in Kathmandu
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sunrise Tour
Pamela C,
Mar 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The sunrise tour was incredible! I don't know how our driver managed that mountain! My guide was so personable and gave me time to view everything. I would love to do it again.
Brilliant
gauravg862,
Jun 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. We got to know a lot about Nepalese history. The added on hike was refreshing and beautiful. Sarita is very enthusiastic about her work and knows the places really well. We enjoyed her company and the knowledge she carries.
Sunrise in Nepal!
dixd2016,
Apr 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent trip. It began very early in the morning but the guide (Rabina) and the driver got us to the sunrise point before sunrise and for a photographer that is the most important. It rained the night before so the sky was clear and beautiful for sunrise. I took some great sunrise photos. Then we went and explored a couple of cities learning the culture and disciplines of the ancient Newari people. The guide was delightful and allowed me to set the pace. I never felt rushed and I took a lot of photographs. Rabina was very knowledgeable and provided several choices during the tour. The driver negotiated the worst traffic I’ve ever been in my entire life, so kudos to him as well. Excellent experience, great communication from the staff in preparation for the tour. I’m excited to be doing another one tomorrow.
Enlightening Cultural Experience
Richard M,
Aug 12, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour is an absolute must to see Bhaktapur and Patan square and many of the surrounding temples throughout Kathmandu. My family and I really enjoyed the tour and highly recommend it, especially for those on a short holiday in Nepal. The tour guide, Sarita, enthusiastically described the significance of the temples including the meaning of the intricate and ornate details. She is an extremely knowledgeable and very informative guide!
Awesome Tour
Medinisharma,
Nov 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour was amazing. Everything was perfectly organized right from the pickup. My guide Rabina was amazing and answered all the questions that I had. I travelled alone but was very comfortable and great....
Unforgettable Journey
Gunther H,
Mar 25, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked four day-tours from Kathmandu with HPA, namely nagarkot sunrise, city tour, Bokhara and rafting. Everything was perfectly organized and Suman was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Mr.Naba from head office always checked via whatsapp whether everything was going well and was more than helpful and flexible with any additional wishes. Very recommendable agency.
Amazing experience with a fantastic guide
Becki H,
Feb 11, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're after a day-long hike, sunrise views, culture and history then this is the trip for you! The hike through Nagarkot was beautiful and our guide was super knowledgable of all the different cultures and traditions in the local area, he really made the day special. What was also amazing about him was that whilst by the end of the day my boots (and bum) were covered in mud, our guides shoes was spotless! After a downpour the day before I honestly don't know how he did it. Worth noting here that the local Nepalese on the tour were all lovely, friendly and happy to share their landscape - and even helped me get clean after a tumble into a puddle. Our guide gave us the option to hike for a further two hours through the jungle after the first two hours, which we happily accepted - it was so worth it. The Hindu temple at the end of the hike was great - dating back to 300 AD! The way that it has been restored is a testament to the skills of the local people as it has really kept its authenticity. Needless to say, the sunrise coming up over the Himalayas was stunning, truly breakth-taking. What was especially great about this tour was the private nature - no tour bus, just us and our private guide!! Remember to take warm clothes for the morning and that can be stripped off for the heat of the afternoon. Also, remember $15 for breakfast at a mountainside resort.
Sunrise over Himalayas and Hike
LouiseCullen66,
Sep 9, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Still recovering from the 4am start to watch the sunrise across the Kathmandu Valley and over the distant Himalayas, and a pleasant 22km hike passing through farming countryside, Brahmin, Tamang and Newari villages before Changu Narayan, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Sunrise was a bit of a fizzer, but still pretty despite the cloudy conditions. We’ll have to revisit when it’s not the wet season. Thanks to our guide Lion Ad Bidur for an unforgettable day. I would highly recommend this tour.
Wonderful Sunrise trip
pollyl780,
Aug 17, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00nice tour ! we enjoy it very much ! And the tour guide Mr Pankaj is super nice n helpful ! We have a wonderful morning !
Awesome hike!
Mallory W,
May 31, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This hike was a lot of fun. It was great to get out of the touristy parts and see how real Nepalese people live. There were amazing views around every turn, each was more breathtaking than the last. Pankaj was our guide. He was great! His english was very good and he was very nice. He was able to answer all the questions we had about Nepal. The drive there was 1 hour, watched the sun rise for 30 minutes, breakfast at a hotel for an hour, hiking for 4 hours, then drive back. We started at 4 am and got back to our hostel at noon. Most of the hiking was Downhill so it was not too difficult. I would definitely recommend this hike to anyone!
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