Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 372 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu worth booking?
Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu is a 5-hour experience in Kathmandu, Nepal, from $13 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 372 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 92 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (372)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $13 per person
The day trip to Bhaktapur and Nagarkot from Kathmandu takes you to the ancient city of Bhaktapur and the most popular Himalayan viewpoint closer to Kathmandu City 'Nagarkot hill station'. This tour is designed for travelers who have a limited time in Nepal but still want to explore the natural, cultural and traditional monuments of the cities including viewing most spectacular Himalayan panorama including Mt. Everest. Witness age-old Nepalese culture, tradition, art and architecture, daily farming life of people living closer to the Kathmandu City during your visit. Note: From Nagarkot, mountain views are only visible when the weather is clear and without clouds.
What you get
About this experience
The day trip to Bhaktapur and Nagarkot from Kathmandu takes you to the ancient city of Bhaktapur and the most popular Himalayan viewpoint closer to Kathmandu City 'Nagarkot hill station'. This tour is designed for travelers who have a limited time in Nepal but still want to explore the natural, cultural and traditional monuments of the cities including viewing most spectacular Himalayan panorama including Mt. Everest. Witness age-old Nepalese culture, tradition, art and architecture, daily farming life of people living closer to the Kathmandu City during your visit. Note: From Nagarkot, mountain views are only visible when the weather is clear and without clouds.
What's included
Included
- All Taxes
- Professional English speaking tour guide.
- Private transportation with air condition
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by a private vehicle.
Not included
- Monuments entrance permit and fees (Total 2000 Rupees per person)
- Personal Expenses, Any meals and drinks.
- Gratuities for guide and driver.
- Guides fluent in languages other than English are available for an additional cost.
What you'll see and do
Breakfree Adventures - Private Day Tours
Breakfree Adventures are specializing in small group tour & Eco-friendly trekking programs in the Nepal Himalayas. We provide free information on day trips, sight seeing, Everest Mountain flight, everest helicopter tour, cultural tours, wild life jungle safari, adventure tours, trekking, river rafting and tailor-made packages in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Contact us for more details.
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Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
120 minutes here · Admission not included
55 Window Palace
Located in the center of Bhaktapur Durbar square the 55 window palace, or Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, was built by King Bhupatindra Malla. Today the 55 Window Palace still stands as Bhaktapur's Royal Palace on ceremonial occasions.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Nyatapola Temple
Nyatapola Temple is a 5-storeyed Hindu temple. Meaning is Five Storeys Roofed Temple. Pagoda Style temple located in Bhaktapur, Nepal. The temple was erected by Nepali King Bhupatindra Malla during a 7-month period from late 1702 to 1703
30 minutes here
Pottery Square
Hidden down shop-lined alleyways leading south from the curving road to Taumadhi Tole, Potters’ Sq is exactly what you would expect – a public square full of potter's wheels and rows of clay pots drying in the sun. Nearby buildings were damaged by the 2015 earthquake, but life – and pottery – in the square continues. This is the centre of Bhaktapur’s ceramic industry, and it’s a fascinating place to wander around. Several shops sell the finished article, and you can see the firing process at the back of the square, which is lined with mud-covered straw kilns
30 minutes here
Dattatreya Temple
At the east end of Tachupal Tole, the eye-catching Dattatreya Temple was originally built in 1427, supposedly using the timber from a single tree.
30 minutes here
Nagarkot
Nagarkot is the most popular hill station and Himalayan view point closer to Kathmandu City.
60 minutes here
Nagarkot View Tower
Nagarkot view tour offers a great Himalayan panorama including Mt. Everest in a clear day.
30 minutes here
Kathmandu
Drive in Kathmandu valley.
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Kathmandu Valley
Drive in Kathmandu valley.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Nagarkot only
Duration: 4 hours: Tour duration will be 3-4 hours depends on traffic condition. Visit Nagarkot only: Visit Nagarkot & Rani Jhula Suspension Bridge. Day tour, Sunrise or Sunset Options Available Pickup included
Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Tour
Entrance fee exclude:: Cash payment is required during tour: Bhaktapur Durbar Square: NPR2000 Rani Jhula Bridge: NPR100 Bhaktapur & Nagarkot Tour: Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Nagarkot, and the Rani Jhula Suspension Bridge. Pickup included
Bhaktapur & Nagarkot Sunset
Entrance fee exclude:: Cash payment is required during tour: Bhaktapur Durbar Square: NPR2000 Rani Jhula Bridge: NPR100 Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Sunset: Bhaktapur entrance fee (NPR 2,000 per person) is not included and payable in cash at the ticket counter. Pickup included
Bhaktapur Durbar Square only
Bhaktapur entrance fee (NPR 2,000 per person) is not included and payable in cash at the ticket counter. Entrance fee exclude:: Cash payment is required during tour: Bhaktapur Durbar Square: NPR2000 Duration: 4 hours: Tour duration will be 3-4 hours depends on traffic condition. Pickup included
Bhaktapur, Changu & Nagarkot
Entrance fee Exclude:: Cash payment is required during tour: Bhaktapur Durbar Square: NPR2000 Changunarayan Temple: NPR400 Rani Jhula Bridge: NPR100 Bhaktapur, Changu and Nagarkot: Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Changu Narayan Temple, Nagarkot and the Rani Jhula Suspension Bridge. Pickup included
Nagarkot Sunrise and Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur entrance fee (NPR 2,000 per person) is not included and payable in cash at the ticket counter. Entrance fee exclude:: Cash payment is required during tour: Bhaktapur Durbar Square: NPR2000 Changunarayan Temple: NPR400 Rani Jhula Bridge: NPR100 Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Breakfree Adventures Pvt. Ltd.
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Complimentary pick-up and drop-off services are provided from hotels located in Kathmandu city centers. Additional charges may apply for pick-up or drop-off outside these areas.
- Entrance fees are payable in Nepali Rupees at each site (e.g., NPR 2,000 per person for Bhaktapur, NPR 400 for Changunarayan Temple, and NPR 100 for Rani Jhula Bridge). These fees are not included in the tour price.
- Feel free to take a lunch break during the tour. Consult with your guide for recommendations on highly recommended restaurants, and enjoy a wonderful dining experience.
- From Nagarkot, mountain views are only visible when the weather is clear and without clouds.
- Please carefully confirm your selected package, including inclusions and exclusions, and verify it with your guide before the tour. Also inform them in advance of any special preferences or requirements.
- Nagarkot is famous for Sunrise or Sunset. During the tour, if you wish to go for sunrise or sunset, please inform in advance and we will provide you the pick up time.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 367 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
367 verified traveler reviews for Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Tour with Razz
The trip was wonderful. Razz was the best
via Tripadvisor
Extraordinary tour with Prasant - customizes tour to align with client interests.
Prasant provided an in-depth and very knowledgeable tour that was most enjoyable and informative. His wealth of knowledge about history, culture, religion, customs, art and agriculture seems unending. He was very patient with my endless questions and camera stops. He accommodated any special requests most graciously. My daughter who is traveling with me remarked what good luck we had today in having Prasant as a guide. I gently corrected her, saying it was karma.
via Tripadvisor
One of recognized top guides in the municipality of Bhaktapur
Prasant was an incredible wealth of knowledge, extremely personable and a great conversationalist. Anything we asked, he answered. We unexpectedly got into spiritual conversation, which was such an added bonus as we have interest in these ideas. It was historical, spiritual, humorous, cultural and I could not recommend him more! Join Prasant for a broad experience! Namaste 🙏
via Tripadvisor
A must do when staying in Kathmandu
Dipesh was a great tour guide. Very informative and educational. Would definitely recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
A beautiful Nagarkot trek + Monastery + Bhaktapur
The sunrises Nagarkot trek was a very beautiful, Razz took my for a walk down from the hill, through suspension bridge. The views were unforgettable! I was picked up from the hotel at 4:30am and finished the whole tour at around 11:30am. I really recommend the tour and Razz as your tour guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Inaaya, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the beautiful Nagarkot sunrise trek and unforgettable views with Razz. We truly appreciate your recommendation! Warm regards, Breakfree Adventures Team
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $13 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 130
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Breakfree Adventures Pvt. Ltd., who run 39 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.7 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Breakfree Adventures Pvt. Ltd. runsWhy this scores 92
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Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kathmandu.
How much does Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu cost?
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Prices start at $13 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kathmandu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kathmandu is not rushed.
Is Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 372 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Kathmandu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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Around 130 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kathmandu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kathmandu and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kathmandu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kathmandu?
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On Outty we rank every Kathmandu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kathmandu Sightseeing | UNESCO World Heritage sites Private/Group, Manaslu Circuit Trek, Manaslu Circuit Trek: Private Group & Discounte Price. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kathmandu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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Included: All Taxes; Professional English speaking tour guide; Private transportation with air condition; and Hotel pickup and drop-off by a private vehicle. Not included: Monuments entrance permit and fees (Total 2000 Rupees per person); Personal Expenses, Any meals and drinks; Gratuities for guide and driver; and Guides fluent in languages other than English are available for an additional cost. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1052 listed pickup locations in and around Kathmandu. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kathmandu. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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Across 372 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
What booking options are available for Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Nagarkot only, Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Tour, Bhaktapur & Nagarkot Sunset, Bhaktapur Durbar Square only. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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