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Discover Kathmandu: An 8-Day Adventure

Hadi Sidheek

Hadi Sidheek

16 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 8-day journey through the vibrant city of Kathmandu, Nepal. Explore ancient temples, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting destination.

Trip to Kathmandu

Day 1
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$17

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$ 1

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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$5
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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$6
9 - 11 min

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Himalayan Java Cafe
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$1
4 - 6 min

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Taleju Bhawani Temple
Landmark 1500s Hindu temple with ornate carvings & a tall pagoda, standing on a 12-step plinth.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$4
4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$1
Day 2
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$17

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
1 - 2 min

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Patan Darbar Square
Museum in a former royal palace housing Hindu & Buddhist sculptures & other cultural artifacts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
1 - 2 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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$5
4 - 6 min

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Of Silk & Salt
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 3
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$14

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$ 1

Himalayan Beanz
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
13 - 16 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$1
27 - 33 min

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Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Time-tested city square with an 1427 CE palace, multiple temples, statues & intricate gates.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$6
20 - 24 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 4
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$14

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$ 1

Walter's Mitho Mitho
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
39 - 47 min

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Dakshinkali Temple
Hindu temple complex dedicated to the goddess Kali, with occasional animal sacrifices.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
49 - 59 min

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Krishna Temple
3-tiered Hindu temple in Patan Durbar Square, built in 1637 & featuring intricate stone carvings.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
17 - 21 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
94 - 113 min

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Namobuddha Monastery
Tranquil monastery, one of Nepal's holiest pilgrimage sites, with Himalayas views & a guesthouse.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$3
79 - 95 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 5
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$15

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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
230 - 276 min

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Buddha Stupa
Buddhist place of worship featuring a sizable white dome topped with a towering, golden spire.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$3
1 - 2 min

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Happiness Vegetarian Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$3
1 - 2 min

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Sakura Japanese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 6
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$25

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$ 1

Himalayan Java (himalayan java chandragira)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
85 - 102 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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$13
109 - 131 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
25 - 30 min

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Shree Pashupati Mitai Bhandar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$1
4 - 6 min

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Pashupatinath Temple
This famous, sacred Hindu temple & cremation site on the riverbank was rebuilt in the 15th century.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$6
12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1
Day 7
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$20

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$ 1

Garden Terrace
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
20 - 30 min

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National Museum of Nepal
National museum housing historical weapons, animal specimens, Buddhist art & other artifacts.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$9
5 - 6 min

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Swayambhu Buddha Park
Landscaped recreation area with paved walkways & shade trees, plus 3 large gold Buddha figures.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$4
9 - 11 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 8
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$12

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$ 1

Swayambhu Café
Coffee drinks made from fresh roasted beans; continentals, Chinese and Nepali food ...
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
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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$3
43 - 52 min

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Kathmandu Durbar Square
Landmark, ancient royal complex with various palaces, temples & courtyards, plus a museum.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$6
4 - 6 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$1
4 - 5 min

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SuryaMoon Bistro
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$1

Budget breakdown: $136 In total

Activities & Food:$132
Transport:$4