Day Trip

Kathmandu to Bhaktapur Car Hire

UNESCO medieval city, pottery squares, and famous curd — an easy half-day from Thamel or anywhere in the valley. Car 20 USD / NPR 3,000 · SUV 30 USD / NPR 4,500. Driver waits while you explore.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square temples
Distance13 km
Drive time~30 min
CarNPR 2,70020 USD
SUVNPR 4,05030 USD
Rates

Kathmandu to Bhaktapur prices

VehiclePassengersDay trip (return)Typical waiting
CarUp to 4NPR 2,70020 USD2–3 hrs at the square
SUVUp to 6NPR 4,05030 USD2–3 hrs at the square
Hiace VanUp to 10NPR 6,07545 USD2–3 hrs at the square

Includes driver, fuel, return & waiting time · Combine with Nagarkot on request

Worth knowing: Bhaktapur charges an entrance fee for foreign visitors. Your driver can drop you at the main gate and wait at a nearby parking point.

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