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7 Days in Kathmandu: A Journey of Serenity and Adventure

Kamran Idrishi

16 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Kathmandu, exploring ancient marvels, savoring authentic cuisine, and immersing in the serenity of Buddhist temples. From the majestic Himalayan views to the vibrant city squares, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience.

Trip to Kathmandu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Cable Cars, and Cultural Delights

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$43

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$ 3

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Directions

Himalayan Java (himalayan java chandragira)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

86 - 104 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

118 - 142 min

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Patan Darbar Square

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

18 - 22 min

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SuryaMoon Bistro

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$2

21 - 26 min

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Beyond Bakery, Bhainsepati

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$6

Day 2Unveiling the Secrets of Durbar Square

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$33

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$ 2

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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Himalayan Java Cafe

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

3 - 4 min

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Kathmandu Durbar Square

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

17 - 21 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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$10

19 - 23 min

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Beyond Bakery, Bhainsepati

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$6

30 - 36 min

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Or2k

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 3Vegetarian Bliss and Spiritual Awakening

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$22

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$ 2

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Happiness Vegetarian Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Buddha Stupa

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$5

27 - 33 min

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Krishna Temple

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

21 - 26 min

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Swoyambhu Mahachaitya

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$8

11 - 14 min

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Electric Pagoda

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$2

3 - 4 min

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Sarangi Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 4Nature's Retreat and Sacred Temples

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$23

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$ 3

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Swayambhu Café

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

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

37 - 45 min

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Nagarjun Forest Reserve

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$5

81 - 98 min

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Dakshinkali Temple

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

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$5

66 - 80 min

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Stupa View Vegetarian Restaurant and Café

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$6

28 - 34 min

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Nyatapola Temple

Hindu temple with a five-tiered pagoda constructed in 1701, dedicated to the goddess Siddhi Lakshmi.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$5

32 - 39 min

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Or2k

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 5Discovering the Untamed Beauty of Langtang National Park

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$13

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$ 1

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

303 - 364 min

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Directions

Langtang National Park

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Day 6Royal Heritage and Sacred Sites

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$27

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$ 2

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Directions

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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$13

15 - 18 min

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Narayanhiti Palace Museum

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

12 - 17 min

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Or2k

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

2 - 3 min

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Sarangi Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 7Coffee, Monasteries, and Ancient Architecture

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$20

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$ 2

Sunrise Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Beans The Coffee Shop

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

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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$13

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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$5

Budget breakdown: $191 In total

Activities & Food:$179

Transport:$12