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Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and offers an intoxicating mix of sights, sounds and smells which are often enticing and overpowering.

A visit to Kathmandu City is a rewarding and exciting experience, but go prepared for a busy and hectic developing destination.

The old town of Kathmandu offers many delights and has a developing cultural and artistic quality. Walking through the back streets, visitors can explore the hidden temples overflowing with bright coloured flowers and the unchanged workshops and courtyards.

Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Nepal — Bhaktapur, Kathmandu

Explore Patan and Bhaktapur

No visit of Kathmandu would be complete without visiting Patan and Bhaktapur. Sitting in the Kathmandu Valley, their intricate architectures reflect their Hindu origins. Take an early morning flight along the Himalayas where, on a clear day, you will see Everest or spend two or three days river rafting on one of the valley’s many rivers.

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Exotic Kathmandu

With an expert guide discover hidden temples overflowing with bright flowers and intricate architecture. Explore the labyrinth of streets and alleys lined with souvenir shops, bars and restaurants.

Kathmandu

Wander the streets and squares of old Kathmandu, where intricately carved temples have survived for 500 years.

Everest Heli-Adventure

Experience Everest on a thrilling helicopter adventure.

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Nepal

Nepal at High Altitude – Trekking Holidays

Trekking in the world’s most spectacular mountain range, this 13 day holiday has been designed to experience the best that both the Annapurna and Everest regions of Nepal have to offer, without requiring any technical climbing experience.

13 days from £5,795pp

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Nepal

The Wild Side of Nepal – Family Conservation Holiday

Escape with your family for an adventurous and educational holiday to Nepal. Spend time amongst the high peaks of Annapurna on an eco-community lodge trek, before reaching Tiger Tops at Chitwan National Park.

13 days from £4,450pp

Tiger Tops Elephant Camp, Chitwan, Nepal

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Nepal at High Altitude – Trekking Holidays

13 days from £5,795pp

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Nepal

The Wild Side of Nepal – Family Conservation Holiday

13 days from £4,450pp

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Need Inspiration?
Browse our Nepal holiday ideas.

Our Nepal experts have created and curated these holiday ideas to get you started. Take the time to search through them and find something to spark ideas for a unique adventure.

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Nepal

Nepal at High Altitude – Trekking Holidays

Trekking in the world’s most spectacular mountain range, this 13 day holiday has been designed to…

13 days from £5,795pp

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Nepal

The Wild Side of Nepal – Family Conservation Holiday

Escape with your family for an adventurous and educational holiday to Nepal. Spend time amongst the…

13 days from £4,450pp

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Yak & Yeti Hotel £££££

Nepal
City

Housed in a heritage building in central Kathmandu, the beautiful Yak & Yeti Hotel is steeped in history. Originally the home of the country’s first hotelier, Russian émigré Boris Lisanevich, this elegant hotel incorporates parts of a historic Rana-dynasty palace. Two more recent wings house the 270 classically-styled rooms, with many of these offering views over the carefully landscaped gardens. Among the dining facilities, the Chimney Restaurant is the Yak & Yeti’s most famous eatery.

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Gokarna Forest Resort £££££

Nepal
Wilderness

Situated within the city limits of Kathmandu, Gokarna Forest Resort is located inside a serene temperate 700-acre old-growth forest, the former private Royal hunting grounds of the Kings of Nepal. A winding road climbs through the forest up to the main complex, comprising a subtly majestic Malla period architecture, Rana period lodges and sanctuaries harmoniously blending with nature.

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Dwarika’s Hotel £££££

Nepal
City

Dwarika’s Hotel is a museum-like complex showcasing a wide range of traditional Nepali art. All of its 71 rooms display original works of art – they have four-poster beds and deluxe bathrooms with sunken baths.

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