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5 Days in Kathmandu: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Savoring Local Delights

Igniters Inspirations

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the cultural capital of Nepal. Discover hidden gems, ancient palaces, and serene temples. Indulge in aromatic coffee, delectable cuisine, and breathtaking views. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in Kathmandu!

Trip to Kathmandu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee Pasal, Narayanhiti Palace Museum, and More

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$93

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$ 3

Yellow Pagoda

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Coffee Pasal

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Narayanhiti Palace Museum

Museum & former palace showcasing the royal jewels & the scene of the Nepalese Royal Massacre.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

8 - 12 min

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Garden of Dreams

Elegant garden created in 1920, with 6 pavilions, fountains, landscaped grounds, urns & birdhouses.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$19

30 - 36 min

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Lahana

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$3

113 - 136 min

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Chandragiri Cable Car Top Station

Lush green hill with a cable car ride to an observation tower for panoramic views of the Himalayas.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$38

118 - 142 min

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Patan Darbar Square

Museum in a former royal palace housing Hindu & Buddhist sculptures & other cultural artifacts.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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The Patan Museum Cafe

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$3

Day 2Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Namobuddha Monastery, and Himalayan Java Cafe

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$81

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$ 3

Yellow Pagoda

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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Beans The Coffee Shop

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

1 - 2 min

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Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Time-tested city square with an 1427 CE palace, multiple temples, statues & intricate gates.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

64 - 77 min

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Namobuddha Monastery

Tranquil monastery, one of Nepal's holiest pilgrimage sites, with Himalayas views & a guesthouse.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$8

96 - 116 min

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Himalayan Java Cafe

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$9

3 - 4 min

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Kathmandu Durbar Square

Landmark, ancient royal complex with various palaces, temples & courtyards, plus a museum.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$19

1 - 2 min

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Hanuman Dhoka

Palace museum named after the entryway's stone Hanuman, with exhibits on the Shah Dynasty.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Falcha

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$9

Day 3Pashupatinath Temple, Patan Museum, and Central Zoo

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$54

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$ 3

Yellow Pagoda

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Krishnarpan Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Pashupatinath Temple

This famous, sacred Hindu temple & cremation site on the riverbank was rebuilt in the 15th century.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

22 - 27 min

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Patan Museum

An extensive collection of traditional religious art on display in an 18th-century royal palace.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$15

10 - 12 min

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Lime And Chilly Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$3

2 - 3 min

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Central Zoo

Opened in 1956, this 6-hectare zoo offers an aviary & elephant rides, plus a lake with paddle boats.

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$11

3 - 4 min

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Makoo Bakery

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Day 4Swoyambhu Mahachaitya, National Museum of Nepal, and Dakshinkali Temple

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$78

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$ 4

Yellow Pagoda

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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The Little Door Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Kasthamandap

Former site of a temple, dating to the 7th century A.D., that gave Kathmandu its name.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$8

9 - 11 min

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Swoyambhu Mahachaitya

A very old religious site, this Buddhist complex has an iconic stupa, temples & many shrines.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$11

13 - 16 min

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Garden Terrace

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$9

20 - 30 min

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National Museum of Nepal

National museum housing historical weapons, animal specimens, Buddhist art & other artifacts.

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$26

46 - 56 min

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Dakshinkali Temple

Hindu temple complex dedicated to the goddess Kali, with occasional animal sacrifices.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$8

52 - 63 min

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D Square Cafe

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$9

1 - 2 min

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Krishna Temple

3-tiered Hindu temple in Patan Durbar Square, built in 1637 & featuring intricate stone carvings.

9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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$8

Day 5Swayambhu Buddha Park, Nagarjun Forest Reserve, and Buddha Stupa

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$69

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$ 4

Yellow Pagoda

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Swayambhu Café

Coffee drinks made from fresh roasted beans; continentals, Chinese and Nepali food ...

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

3 - 4 min

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Swayambhu Buddha Park

Landscaped recreation area with paved walkways & shade trees, plus 3 large gold Buddha figures.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$11

36 - 44 min

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Nagarjun Forest Reserve

Part of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, this lush nature area offers hiking with sweeping vistas.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

1909 - 2291 min

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Dorje Bakery Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$9

2061 - 2474 min

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Langtang National Park

Spectacular Himalayan national park consisting of the catchments the Trisuli & Sun Koshi Rivers.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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$19

287 - 345 min

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Buddha Stupa

Buddhist place of worship featuring a sizable white dome topped with a towering, golden spire.

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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$8

2 - 3 min

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Ariya Cafe

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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$9

Budget breakdown: $388 In total

Activities & Food:$375

Transport:$14