Things to do in Nepal
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Drift Nepal
Contact Samir Thapa.
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Kathmandu International Airport
Varies (Departs Kathmandu, Nepal)
by Viator
Ensure a hassle-free way to end your vacation in Kathmandu by pre-booking this private departure transfer from your hotel to the Kathmandu International…Not LP reviewed
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Cultural Walking Tour of Kathmandu: Swayambhunath and Durbar Square with Nepalese Cooking Lesson
5-6 hours (Departs Kathmandu, Nepal)
by Viator
Experience Kathmandu like a local on this small-group cultural walking tour. Visit the oldest Buddhist stupa in Nepal, Swayambhunath, and explore one of the…Not LP reviewed
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Private Arrival Transfer: Kathmandu International Airport to Hotel
Varies (Departs Kathmandu, Nepal)
by Viator
Begin your vacation in Kathmandu with ease by pre-booking this private transfer from the Kathmandu International Airport to your hotel. Your friendly and…Not LP reviewed
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Kathmandu Evening Tour by Rickshaw Including Durbar Square
2-3 hours (Departs Kathmandu, Nepal)
by Viator
Discover Kathmandu like a local as you explore the city on an evening rickshaw ride. Start in the colorful tourist hub of Thamel and pass buzzing bazaars and…Not LP reviewed
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Kathmandu Day Trip: Budhanilkantha and Hike Through Shivapuri National Park
6-7 hours (Departs Kathmandu, Nepal)
by Viator
Gain insight into Nepal’s religions in a fun and active way on this small-group day trip from Kathmandu. Take local transport to Budhanilkantha, the holy site…Not LP reviewed
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Everest Anniversary Trek with James Castrission
13 days (Kathmandu)
This is an exciting opportunity for people under 30 to join us in the Everest Region on 29 May to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first ascent of Mt Everest in 1953 by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary..
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Everest Base Camp 60th Anniversary Trek
19 days (Kathmandu)
Trek the classic expedition approach to the base of Everest.
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Annapurna Base Camp Trek
16 days (Kathmandu)
A classic trek within the Annapurna Sanctuary.
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Mahabouddha Temple
Despite its height, the Mahabouddha Temple is totally hidden, in a courtyard dwarfed by residential buildings. The shikhara temple takes its name from the terracotta tiles with which it is covered, each bearing an image of the Buddha. It's modelled on the Mahabouddha Temple at Bodhgaya in India, where the Buddha gained enlightenment.
The building probably dates from 1585, but suffered severe damage in the 1934 earthquake and was totally rebuilt. Unfortunately, without plans to work from, the builders ended up with a different-looking temple and there were enough bricks left over to construct a shikhara-style shrine to Maya Devi, the Buddha's mother, which stands to the…
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Mike’s Breakfast
As the name suggests, this place specialises in big American-style breakfasts (Mike was a former Peace Corps worker), served up to a mix of expats and well-heeled locals. It’s a bit out of the way but it’s certainly a laid-back way to start (and occupy most of) the day, in the attractive, leafy garden of an old Rana house. The breakfast menu includes excellent waffles, fresh juices and great eggs Florentine (Rs 345); all prices include organic Nepali coffee from Palpa. Lunch extends to Mexican quesadillas and daily salad/soup combos; the barbecue fires up on Sunday evenings (Rs 550). While you’re here take a wander through the excellent Indigo Gallery. The restaurant is…
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Moondance Restaurant
The much-loved Moondance is a Lakeside institution. Quality food, good service and a roaring open fire all contribute to the popularity of this tastefully decorated restaurant. Its menu features salads, pizzas, steaks and decent Indian and Thai curries. For dessert, the lemon meringue pie is legendary. Wi-fi is available.
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Punjabi Restaurant
An authentic, Punjabi-run place churning out tasty vegetarian curries and tandoori breads. The front section has an inviting atmosphere with wicker lanterns and candles. The paneer curries and masala dosas are sensational.
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Krua Thai Restaurant
North of Sam’s Bar, this is another good open-air Thai place. The food is reasonably authentic (ie spicy), with good curries, tom yam soup and papaya salad, although some dishes taste more Chinese than Thai.
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Clark Hatch Fitness Center
The Clark Hatch Fitness Center at the Radisson charges Rs 1050 for a day pass to its gym, while the Hyatt Regency charges Rs 1000 for its gym, pool, sauna, steam and Jacuzzi.
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Jatra
An intimate and pretty cool venue for a beer or dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating. Friday nights bring live music jams; on Wednesdays ladies get a free cocktail.
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Vajra Books
This knowledgeable local publisher offers an excellent selection of academic books and will post books internationally. There’s a branch across the road.
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Tom & Jerry Pub
Close to Nargila Restaurant, this is a long-running, rowdy upstairs place that has pool tables and a dance floor. Thursday is ladies’ night.
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Ganesh Photo Lab
In an alley southwest of Durbar Sq, Ganesh is an unlikely looking but reputedly good place for B&W processing.
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Nepal Book Depot
Some of the best prices.
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Moondance Restaurant
Good service, good food and a roaring open fire all contribute to the popularity of this upmarket-looking place. The menu features salads, pizzas, steaks and decent Indian curries. There are pool tables upstairs but watch the spiral staircase after a few beers.
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