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Patan Durbar Square Tour

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Trip Duration

5 Days

Nature of Trip

Tour

Maximum Altitude

1380m, Kathmandu

Difficulty Grade

Easy

Start & End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Best Seasons

Mar-Jun, Sep-Dec

Meals

Breakfast

Transportation

Car

Accommodation

Hotel

Patan Durbar Square Tour

  • Patan Durbar Square Tour has a historical Royal place from the 17th century.
  • About 5km south of Kathmandu Valley is Patan Durbar Square.
  • Famous Hindus Krishna temple in Patan Durbar Square Tour.
  • Famous Newari culture, art, and architecture.

Overview of Patan Durbar Square Tour

The best tourist seasons for the Patan Durbar Square tour are March, April, May, September, October, and November of 2024 and 2025. The tour includes the historically famous Patan Museum.

Please email us about the Patan Durbar Square tour trip, the cost, a detailed itinerary, and the tour price for 2024 and 2025.

The Patan Durbar Square Tour introduces you to Patan (known as Lalitpur), one of the third largest royal cities, along with Kathmandu and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. It is about 5km south of Kathmandu Valley.

The tour in Patan Durbar Square is known for its rich tradition of arts and handicrafts, stone carvings, and metal statues. It is also the birthplace of the great artists Araniko and Kuber Singh Shakya.

Economically, the place is based on trade and commerce, tourism, art, handicrafts, and agriculture. Patan Durbar is a famous place for Buddhist and Hindu culture.

One of the Buddha Jayanti festivals occurs on Jyestha Purnima, and Hindus celebrate Lord Buddha’s birthday at Krishna Temple in Patan Durbar Square.

The city’s main attraction is the Patan Durbar Square Tour, situated in its heart. It consists of artistic courtyards and gorgeous pagoda-style temples.

Here are three different  Durbar Squares in the valley, all listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. There are three central courtyards or chokes during the trip.

  • A=central choke.
  • B=Sundari choke
  • C = Keshav Narayan choked in the square.

The oldest choke is at the center of the Patan Durbar Square tour. The Sundari Chowk beholds a masterpiece of architecture. The Keshav Narayan  Temple is the site of the earliest Malla palace.

Culture Reflection by Patan Durbar Square Tour

The Patan Durbar Square tour reflects the Newari culture and architecture. The floor is square-shaped and tiled with typical red bricks.

The square holds old Newari residential houses, various temples, and structures built by the Newas. Along with the square, other cities’ highlights mesmerize tourist areas. The Asoka Stupak houses bronze carvings, marking the four corners of Patan (250 B.C.), the Golden Temple, ancient palaces, and the Patan Museum. This museum was originally a Malla Palace and is open daily.

The history of the Malla dynasties is known to establish the Royal Square. The palace is also one of the highlights, where the stone temple of Lord Krishna (Krishna Mandir) is located.

The temple, constructed in the Shikhar style by King Siddhinarshingha Malla in the 17th century, has various works and 21 spires, art depicting scenes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana, in Patan Durbar Square Tour.

The Asoka Stupak highlights this particular trek provided by Boundless Adventure. Also, it ensures a safe journey, making it a lifetime experience.

Itinerary of Patan Durbar Square Tour

Typically, the Patan Durbar Square Tour is completed within a day tour, but we uploaded it for four days, including pick up from and drop off at the International airport. We are sure you have enough time to explore a day before your departure home.

We don’t mind operating culture tours and adventure activities in the Nepal Himalayas. We suggest you explore Pokhara, Chitwan, and Birth place of Lord Buddha, “Lumbini.”

You may have different activities when you arrive in Nepal. You may go simultaneously to Annapurna Trekking, Everest Helicopter tour, Plane tour, and restricted area trekking are the options. We have heritage tours on the itinerary. Please follow the given itinerary for the Patan Durbar Square tour.

Day
01

Day: 01 Picks up from Tribhuvan International Airport.

Car

15 m

Overnight

Kathmandu

Accommodation

Hotel

Welcome to Nepal; the airport representative of our company will receive you at the international airport and transfers you to the hotel by private vehicle.

In the following days, you will be given a short briefing about the programs. (Depends on what time you will arrive at the airport in Kathmandu)  Overnight at three stars hotel with dinner.

Arrival board of Boundless Adventure
Arrival board of Boundless Adventure Nepal
Day
02

Day: 02 Everest tour and Sightseeing

Car

8 hours

Overnight

Kathmandu

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotel

Early morning drive to the domestic airport for the scenic view of Mount Everest by plane (options).

It will be one hour flight by plane, and everyone gets their window on a plane to see the incredible views of the Himalayas.

After the excursion, Mount Everest then drives back to Hotel to have a warm breakfast and go to the world heritage site UNESCO at Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

You can have lunch at Bhaktapur and Drive back to Hotel in the Tourist hub.

Nepal Mountain Flight
Nepal Mountain Flight by Plane
Day
03

Day: 03 Kathmandu sightseeing and drive to Nagarkot

Car

6 hours

Overnight

Nagarkot

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotel

Have a warm breakfast at the Hotel and check out Hotel. Take all your belongings in the van during the day while you are sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city at Pashupatinath, Swyambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar.

After the trip, you will continue to drive to Nagarkot overnight. Enjoy the sunrise view over the Manaslu and Langtang Himalayas, have dinner, and Overnight at the Hotel.

Kathmandu Tour Photo
Kathmandu and Bhaktapur
Day
04

Day: 04 Explore around Nagarkot village and drive back to Kathmandu.

Car

3 hours

Overnight

Kathmandu

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

Hotel

Today is an enjoyable day over 2100 meters from sea level. It is the best place on the tour.

You can explore the view tower. You can see the Himalayas, greenery landscape and farmer terraces, including local culture.

You can see those Himalayas from your room and dining hall while having breakfast and lunch. You will drive back to Thamel after lunch,

You may have shopping when you arrive in Thamel from Nagarkot.

Nagarkot Tour
View from Nagarkot
Day
05

Day: 05 Departure to the International Airport.

Car

20 Minutes

Overnight

Kathmandu

Food

Breakfast

Have a warm breakfast at the Hotel in Kathmandu and final departure to Airport. If you are leaving Kathmandu in the Evening, The Hotel check-out time is 12:00 (Noon)

Price: Service requirement and any additional side trip in Nepal. Like, as Nepal Himalaya Trekking, White Water Rafting,  and Jungle safaris. Let us know.

Airport of Kathmandu
Departure to the airport

What's Included?

  • Airport /Hotel/Airport pick up and drop off by car/van
  • Hotel in Kathmandu according to the Itinerary.
  • Kathmandu city tour as per the above program.
  • The guide will be experienced (options)
  • All ground transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Nepal Government taxes.
  • Per person, one city map
  • Breakfast in Hotel
  • Everest flight by plane or Helicopter (Options)

What's Excluded?

  • Heritage site entry fees.
  • Donation and Tips.
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Hard and soft drinks.
  • Personal expenses.

Patan Durbar Square Tour FAQ

Patan Durbar Square is in the center of the Lalitpur district within the Kathmandu Valley. It is a historic site known for its stunning Newar architecture and intricate wood and stone carvings. Built in 1637 AD, the Durbar Square covers an 18.85 ha area and has coordinates of 27°40′24″N 85°19′30″E.

The cost of the tour to Patan Durbar Square varies depending on various factors, including the size of the group, duration of the tour, customization of the trip, and any special requirements for the tour. For your particular requirements, you can contact us via WhatsApp at +977 9851033819 to learn the exact cost of the tour and an exclusive group discount.

One can visit Patan Durbar Square throughout the year, and the best season for a visit depends on one’s preferences. Patan Durbar Square faces four distinct seasons so travelers can visit any of the seasons. Generally, Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November) with pleasant weather create an ideal time to visit Patan. Summer (June to July) is also perfect, with sunny days and long daytime. Yet Summer comes with the monsoon season, bringing heavy rainfall and making the tour less enjoyable. Winter (December to February) is also best for a visit to Patan Durbar Square, who loves cold weather.

There are several reasons why Patan Durbar Square is famous. One prominent reason is that it is one of the three Durbar Squares in Kathmandu Valley and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Likewise, its historical significance, Nepalese Architecture, numerous vital temples and shrines, and Patan Museum are the reasons for its fame.

The Patan Durbar Square tour package doesn’t cover the entry fee for whichever country you belong to. The entrance fee is US$20/—per person. You need to pay while you are touring at the Durbar Square.

Boundless Adventure arranges a car for the tour. It is already included. Our driver and guide will lead the trip. The journey is 6.4km and takes approximately half an hour from Thamel. From Thamel to Patan, Durbar Square is a well-maintained road, making it an ideal destination with easy accessibility. Durbar Square is accessible not only from Thamel but also from different areas of the Kathmandu valley.

Patan Durbar Square is full of attractions, from its courtyards to temples. Among various attractions, Royal Place, the Golden Temple, Krishna Temple, Bhimsen Temple, Vishwanath Temple, living goddess Kumari, and Taleju Bhawani Temple are the key attractions of Durbar Square. Moreover, Keshav Narayan Chowk, Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk, and Patan Museum are appreciatable famous in Patan Durbar Square.

Patan Durbar Suquare’s opening hour is from 10 am to 5pm. Visitors can visit Durbar Square between 10 am and 5 pm. There is no limit to your visiting hours inside Durbar Square. However, 2-3 hours is enough to appreciate each beauty of Durbar Square.

Yes, Photography is allowed at Patan Durbar Square. However, Photography is restricted inside the temples, including the Krishna and Taleju Bhawani temples. Yet, visitors can capture the beauty of Newar architecture and the surrounding atmosphere.

Yes, Patan Durbar Square is wheelchair accessible. Most of the path is covered by cobblestones so wheelchairs can run smoothly. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you need assistance while visiting Patan Durbar Square, and our crew member will help you.

Yes, we provide a knowledgeable guide to enhance your tour experience at Patan Dubar Square, but only at your request. Our highly knowledgeable guide can provide detailed information about the history, architecture, and cultural significance of the various structures in Patan Durbar Square.

Numerous events and festivals occur at the Patan Durbar Square throughout the year. Krishna Janmashtami festival and the Rato Machhindranath Jatra are the two Major events celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Durbar Square.

Reviews on Patan Durbar Square Tour

5.0


Based on 321 Reviews


Patan Durbar Square tour
Maxim Antonov
Russia

Incredible journey with Boundless Adventure

This August, I visited one of the ancient palaces of the Kathmandu Valley, Patan Durbar Square. I was with my friends, and we truly loved Durbar Square, its surroundings, and its ancient monuments. We booked with Boundless Adventure, and it was our best decision. Before visiting Patan Durbar Square, we went on an Everest tour. Our friends’ group is a photography enthusiast, and we didn’t miss any chance to capture the beauty of the Everest region and Patan Durbar Square. It was an incredible journey and time with Boundless Adventure.

I look forward to meeting Boundless’s team at next year’s vacation in Nepal.

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Patan Durbar Square tour Photo
Morten Jensen
Denmark

A wonderful family vacation in Patan Durbar Square

Last month, I had a wonderful family vacation in Nepal. I chose the Patan Durbar Square tour with Boundless Adventure for our family trip. During the visit, I learned that Durbar Square is an excellent destination for a family excursion. My children and wife were delighted and curious to know about the stunning architecture of Durbar Square and its legend. Our guide was knowledgeable and answered my children’s and wife’s queries. The intricate carvings and ancient temples in the surroundings of Durbar Square were amazing. My children enjoyed every moment, from running in the Durbar Square space to feeding pigeons. Thank you, team Boundless, for making our trip comfortable and remarkable.

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Patan Durbar Square Tour
Mikael Nieminen
Finland

Knowledgeable and educational tour

I was privileged to tour Nepal’s ancient area this year with Boundless Adventure. I took the Patan Durbar Square tour, which became one of the most knowledgeable and educational tours. I had a knowledgeable guide from Boundless ADvbeture who provided me with in-depth information on every aspect and monument inside Durbar Square. The architectural beauty of Patan Durbar Square, its cultural heritage, and vibrant local life are still in front of my eye. Mr.Dambar told me there are two other such Durbar Square inside Kathmandu Valley, which I promised to tour on my next visit to Nepal. I highly recommend the Patan Durbar Square tour to anyone looking to learn something new about Nepal.

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