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Kathmandu in 3 Days

The valley's essentials: royal squares, both great stupas, the river temple at aarti, and a Himalayan dawn — without a single trekking boot.

Last verified 26 August 2026

Estimated daily cost pp:Budget ₹3,000Mid ₹7,000Luxury ₹20,000

  1. Day 1: Old Kathmandu

    morningDurbar Square with a guide~3h
    eveningSwayambhunath at sunset~2h

  2. Day 2: Sacred circuit

    morningBoudhanath morning kora~2h
    afternoonPatan's square & museum~3h
    eveningEvening aarti at Pashupatinath~2h

  3. Day 3: Himalayan dawn

    morningNagarkot sunrise (or the Everest flight)~6h
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    afternoonBhaktapur on the way back~4h

Frequently asked questions

Can you see Everest from Kathmandu itself?

Not from the city — you need the valley rim (Nagarkot, in season) or the one-hour scenic flight, which guarantees the closest view without trekking.

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