Living History Experiences: The Royal Squares of Kathmandu Valley

  • Private guided walk through Hanuman Dhoka Palace, Kumari Ghar (home of the Living Goddess), and hidden courtyards.
  • Exclusive access to local artisans (woodcarvers, metalworkers).
  • Tea and light snacks at a rooftop café overlooking the square.
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Includes: Private heritage guide, entry fees, chauffeured transfers.
Kumari courtyard
patan museum
  • Morning at Patan Durbar Square: visit the exquisite Krishna Mandir and Patan Museum with a curator-led walkthrough.
  • Lunch in a refined Newari restaurant housed in a converted palace.
  • Afternoon at Kathmandu Durbar Square, exploring Kumari Ghar and ancient bazaars.
  • Evening private cultural performance with Newari music and dance.
  • Includes: Private guide, luxury transfers, museum curator, fine dining experience, entry fees.
  • Royal courtyards: 55-Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, and hidden alleys.
  • Hands-on pottery masterclass in Pottery Square.
  • Tasting of the iconic Juju Dhau (“King Curd”) in a traditional setting.
  • Sunset rooftop cocktail with panoramic valley views.
  • Includes: Private guide, master potter workshop, tastings, entry fees, chauffeured transfers.

Day 1:

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square: palaces, Kumari Ghar, and guided artisan trail.
  • Afternoon in Patan: Patan Museum with private curator, followed by Golden Temple.
  • Overnight at a luxury heritage boutique hotel in Patan.

Day 2:

  • Transfer to Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
  • Royal courtyard explorations and pottery masterclass.
  • Chef-curated lunch in Bhaktapur.
  • Late afternoon return to Kathmandu.

Includes: Private expert guides, chauffeured luxury transfers, 1 night in boutique heritage accommodation, curated dining, artisan workshops, entry fees.

Bhaktapur pottery square