Full-Day Bhaktapur Cultural Tour with Pottery, Jujudhau and Bhajan
About This Tour
Embark on a full-day cultural experience in Bhaktapur, just a short drive from Kathmandu. Discover the historic charm of Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World...
Duration: 1 Day · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Bhaktapur · Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
About Kathmandu
Kathmandu
Nestled in the shadow of the majestic Himalayas, with a unique blend of Hinduism and Buddhism, Kathmandu offers an experience that is hard to match. Book a Everest Global Hub local guide and explore the stunning architecture and ancient wonders of Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa on your next visit.
What's Included
- Private transportation from and to Kathmandu
- English-speaking local cultural guide
- Guided pottery-making workshop with a master potter
- Tasting of Bhaktapur's iconic Jujudhau (King curd)
- Guided walk through Bhaktapur Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Traditional evening Bhajan (folk music) session with local devotees
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Insurance
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Bhaktapur Cultural Experience with Pottery, Jujudhau and Bhajan
1:30 PM - Depart from Kathmandu Meet your driver at your hotel in Kathmandu. Meet your driver at your hotel in Kathmandu. Begin a scenic 1-hour drive to Bhaktapur, passing through lively urban streets and rural outskirts. Begin a scenic 1-hour drive to Bhaktapur, passing through lively urban streets and rural outskirts. Relax in the comfort of your private vehicle as you approach the historic city. Relax in the comfort of your private vehicle as you approach the historic city. 2:30 PM - Arrive in Bhaktapur Greet your local guide at the main city entrance. Greet your local guide at the main city entrance. Walk a short distance into the heart of Bhaktapur's old town. Walk a short distance into the heart of Bhaktapur's old town. Receive a brief orientation to the city's layout and rich heritage. Receive a brief orientation to the city's layout and rich heritage. 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM - Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square Embark on a guided walking tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Embark on a guided walking tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Admire architectural marvels such as the 55-Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, and Golden Gate. Admire architectural marvels such as the 55-Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, and Golden Gate. Learn about Newar history, artistry, and the royal past of this ancient city. Learn about Newar history, artistry, and the royal past of this ancient city. 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Pottery Workshop in Pottery Square Enter Pottery Square, where traditional pottery remains part of daily life. Enter Pottery Square, where traditional pottery remains part of daily life. Join a master potter for a two-hour hands-on workshop. Join a master potter for a two-hour hands-on workshop. Learn to shape clay using a traditional wheel and practice age-old techniques. Learn to shape clay using a traditional wheel and practice age-old techniques. Create your own pottery piece, which can be fired and collected later (optional). Create your own pottery piece, which can be fired and collected later (optional). Gain insight into a craft passed down through generations. Gain insight into a craft passed down through generations. 5:00 PM - Jujudhau Tasting Experience Walk to a local curd shop near Pottery Square. Walk to a local curd shop near Pottery Square. Taste Bhaktapur's signature jujudhau (king curd), served in a traditional clay bowl. Taste Bhaktapur's signature jujudhau (king curd), served in a traditional clay bowl. Savor the rich, creamy flavor of this famous dessert made using heritage methods. Savor the rich, creamy flavor of this famous dessert made using heritage methods. 5:15 PM - Bhajan Session at a Courtyard Temple Visit a nearby community temple in a quiet courtyard. Visit a nearby community temple in a quiet courtyard. Sit in on a 30-45 minute bhajan session, accompanied by harmonium and tabla. Sit in on a 30-45 minute bhajan session, accompanied by harmonium and tabla. Experience a moment of calm and spiritual connection in an authentic Newar setting. Experience a moment of calm and spiritual connection in an authentic Newar setting. 6:00 PM - Return Journey or Optional Dinner Conclude the tour after the bhajan session. Conclude the tour after the bhajan session. Choose to return to Kathmandu by private vehicle. Choose to return to Kathmandu by private vehicle. Opt to stay in Bhaktapur for dinner at a traditional Newari restaurant (optional). Opt to stay in Bhaktapur for dinner at a traditional Newari restaurant (optional). Reflect on a culturally rich day of creativity, flavor, and music. Reflect on a culturally rich day of creativity, flavor, and music.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Kathmandu, Nepal · Tour start: Kathmandu 44600, Nepal — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
