One Day Itinerary in Nepal

  1. 9:00 AM: Kathmandu Durbar Square
    Located in the heart of Kathmandu city

    Kathmandu Durbar Square is a significant cultural and historical site with several temples and monuments, including Taleju Temple, Kumari Palace, and Kasthamandap.

  2. 11:00 AM: Swayambhunath Stupa
    20 minutes (4.3 km) from Kathmandu Durbar Square

    Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as Monkey Temple, is a popular Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal. The temple features a stupa, several shrines, and a monastery.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Bhojan Griha
    15 minutes (3.1 km) from Swayambhunath Stupa

    Bhojan Griha is a traditional Nepalese restaurant that offers an immersive cultural experience, including live music and a dance performance. The restaurant serves authentic Nepalese cuisine.

  4. 3:00 PM: Pashupatinath Temple
    25 minutes (5.8 km) from Bhojan Griha

    Pashupatinath Temple is a sacred Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located on the banks of the Bagmati River and is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Nepal.

  5. 5:00 PM: Boudhanath Stupa
    25 minutes (5.2 km) from Pashupatinath Temple

    Boudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an important pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhists and features several monasteries and shops.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square (2 hours, Entrance Fee: NPR 1,000)
  • Swayambhunath Stupa (2 hours, Entrance Fee: NPR 200)
  • Bhojan Griha (1.5 hours, Meal Cost: NPR 1,200)
  • Pashupatinath Temple (2 hours, Entrance Fee: NPR 1,000)
  • Boudhanath Stupa (2 hours, Entrance Fee: NPR 400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: NPR 3,800

Useful tips:

If you have more time, you can visit other cultural and natural heritage sites in Nepal, such as Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Changu Narayan Temple, and Nagarkot hill station. If you have less time, you can skip Pashupatinath Temple or Boudhanath Stupa, depending on your interests. Remember to respect the cultural and religious significance of these sites and dress modestly.

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