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10 Days in Kathmandu: A Journey to the Heart of Nepal

Mariana Salamanca

22 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure to Kathmandu, Nepal. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this enchanting city as you explore ancient temples, majestic palaces, and breathtaking natural wonders. Get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe.

Trip to Kathmandu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Discovering Aviation History and Spiritual Wonders

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$14

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$ 1

Aviation Museum

Miniature aircraft models, photos & an educational film inside a decommissioned Airbus 330-300.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$4

7 - 9 min

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Pashupatinath Temple

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

13 - 16 min

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Singha Durbar

Iconic palace from 1908 with baroque & neoclassical design features, now housing government offices.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$4

Day 2Art, Dreams, and Royal Legacies

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$19

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$ 1

Siddhartha Art Gallery

Longtime gallery with exhibitions of contemporary Nepalese art, plus workshops & lectures.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$4

4 - 5 min

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Dharahara Tower

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$4

5 - 6 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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$6

9 - 14 min

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Narayanhiti Palace Museum

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

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$5

Day 3Exploring Nature's Paradise and Spiritual Retreats

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$9

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$ 1

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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$6

241 - 290 min

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Kopan Monastery

Large Tibetan Buddhist monastery providing courses & retreats in a picturesque hilltop setting.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$3

Day 4Conquering Hills, Ancient Monuments, and Royal Squares

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$12

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$ 1

Shivapuri Hill

High hill known for hiking & scenic views from its summit of the Himalayas & Kathmandu Valley.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$3

45 - 54 min

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Swoyambhu Mahachaitya

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$4

21 - 26 min

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Patan Darbar Square

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

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$5

Day 5Monasteries, Statues, and Pottery Delights

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$10

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$ 1

Namobuddha Monastery

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

60 - 72 min

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Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

12 - 15 min

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Thimi Pottery Square

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$3

16 - 20 min

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Mahabuddha Temple

Small terracotta temple featuring a tower with several hundred Buddha images carved into its bricks.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$3

Day 6Marveling at Ancient Architecture and Wildlife Encounters

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$14

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$ 1

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

27 - 33 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.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$4

16 - 20 min

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Taleju Bhawani Temple

Landmark 1500s Hindu temple with ornate carvings & a tall pagoda, standing on a 12-step plinth.

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$4

Day 7Unveiling Nepal's History and Divine Offerings

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$12

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$ 1

National Museum of Nepal

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$9

51 - 62 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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$3

Day 8Cable Car Rides, Forest Adventures, and Sacred Temples

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$23

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$ 1

Chandragiri Cable Car Top Station

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

136 - 164 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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$3

37 - 45 min

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Swayambhu Buddha Park

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$4

11 - 14 min

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Kumari Ghar

Historical palace of the living goddess Kumari who is worshipped by Hindus & Buddhists.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$4

Day 9Museums, Palaces, and Buddhist Stupas

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$14

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$ 1

Patan Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

19 - 23 min

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Kathmandu Durbar Square

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$6

23 - 28 min

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Buddha Stupa

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

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$3

Day 10Unraveling History, Temples, and Hidden Treasures

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$14

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$ 1

Natural History Museum

Natural history museum with many preserved flora & fauna specimens, including insects & fungi.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

13 - 16 min

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Hanuman Dhoka

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

16 - 20 min

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Hiranya Varna Mahavihar

This centuries-old Buddhist monastery features ornate brass statues & elements plated in gold.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$3

3 - 4 min

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Krishna Temple

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

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$3

Budget breakdown: $142 In total

Activities & Food:$138

Transport:$4