Your Local Day Plan: Exploring the Real Kathmandu

🖼️ Visual Introduction

Landscape — From the terrace, in Rajbari, Darjeelling.
📸 Photo by Aashh Subba

🌍 Explore the City

Walking through Kathmandu is like stepping into history — explore charming streets, lively markets, and cultural treasures at your own pace.

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☀️ Morning: Tours & Experiences

From food walks to adventure excursions, Kathmandu tours let you see the city through expert local eyes.

🏛️ Midday: Attractions & Culture

Discover Kathmandu at your own pace with flexible tickets for tours, museums, and popular sites.

Architecture — Whispers of devotion. A golden stupa adorned with vibrant prayer flags, framed by ancient architecture in Kathmandu. A moment of peace and wonder.
📸 Photo by Bishan Thapa Magar

🎥 Cultural Highlight

🍴 Afternoon: Stays & Breaks

Business or leisure, hotels in Kathmandu provide reliable amenities like Wi-Fi, breakfast, and concierge services.

Vacation rentals in Kathmandu put you closer to neighborhoods, markets, and everyday local life.

✈️ Evening: Getting Around

Direct flights to Kathmandu save time and get you exploring sooner.

Using maps, apps, and translation tools in Kathmandu is easier with a dedicated travel SIM.

Interiors — A group of statues sitting in front of a building
📸 Photo by Walter Coppola

🛡️ Staying Safe

Don’t leave home without travel insurance — it protects your trip to Kathmandu against the unexpected.

Trust your instincts — if a situation feels wrong, leave immediately.

💳 Money Matters

Plan ahead with convenient financial tools that make spending in Kathmandu stress-free.

ATMs in airports and hotels often have higher fees; withdraw in city centers instead.

🎒 Travel Essentials

Keep valuables in a money belt or hidden pouch.

Don’t litter — carry trash until you find a bin.

Backup Money Options: Carry a mix of card and cash. Keep an emergency stash separate from your main wallet.
Respect Dress Codes: Some temples, churches, and mosques require modest clothing. Carry a scarf or shawl for quick coverage.
Stay Alert in Traffic: In some countries, traffic rules are loosely followed. Cross streets with care.

🌙 Reflections & Stories

The table is crowded with dishes, some familiar, others mysterious. Laughter flows as stories are exchanged over bowls of rice, bread, or soup. A shared meal becomes more than food — it’s connection, generosity, and belonging.