Kathmandu being the capital city of Nepal, is one of the busiest places in Nepal. Kathmandu offers hundreds of historical structures to explore your time. From natural beauty to authentic cultural beauty, the oldest city in Nepal is the best place to spend a week. Your 7 days in Kathmandu can be the best journey of your whole lifetime. Take a look at the short Itinerary provided to spend your spend 7 days in Kathmandu.

Itinerary

Day 1: Sightseeing Kathmandu Durbar Square

it is well known that early royals once resided in Kathmandu Durbar Square, which makes it a significant historical location to explore history and culture. The place holds a deep history that you can explore throughout the day.  The Kathmandu Durbar Square is full of multiple places to explore like the Kasthamandap Temple, Basantapur, Taleju Mandir, Hanuman Dhoka Durbar, and other multiple temples.  Exploring the streets of Basantapur, where the authentic products of Nepal are found can be also a good tour. The place is also known for the living goddess Kumari. The local food on the streets of Durbar Square is also another part of the day for you. Summing up, the day spent in Kathmandu Durbar Square is a day well spent.

Day 2: Sightseeing Boudhanath and Pasupatinath

Pasupatinath, the most religious destination for Hindusim is the place situated on the river bank of Bagmati in Eastern Kathmandu. The temple built in the 16th century is also listed as a World Heritage Site. The place offers unique peace and positivity giving an additional opportunity to explore the uniquely constructed style of temples and the monuments in the temple.  After you visit the Pashupatinath temple, you’ll explore another famous place, Boudhanath.

Boudhanath Stupa is a well-known structure nearby in Kathmandu, with a very amazing appearance. You can enjoy the massive white dome with incredible momentum that makes people feel charitable. On the enormous white-covered bowl, there is a square tower, and there are enormous Buddha eyes painted on all sides that signify the Buddha’s Dharma is limitless. The place has a huge significance to Buddhism that allows you to explore the place to its depth.

Day 3: Trip to Patan and Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Alike Katmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square is also culturally and religiously important place. Patan Durbar Square offers you multiple places like Patan Museum, Krishna Temple, Golden Temple, and other small monuments where you can get a peaceful time enjoying the place. Clicking pictures in this beautiful destination can be a beautiful excursion.

After exploring Patan Durbar Square, you will be exploring Bhaktapur Durbar Square now. Like all the durbar squares, the Bhaktapur Durbar Square also consists of the palace that has been now turned into a museum. After that, you’ll explore the golden gate and temples in the place filled with culture and traditional architecture.  Exploring local food is also a good opportunity.

Day 4: Drive to Nagarkot

After three consecutive days exploring traditional architecture you’ll have a day to explore the beauty of Nagarkot. Nagarkot is a magical place, a little away from the city areas of Bhaktapur and Kathmandu, is a beautiful destination that allows the majestic view of the mountains from the top. You can enjoy your stay at any of the best hotels in Nagarkot.

Day 5: Hike to Shivapuri

A day hike in Kathmandu is best for you if you want to enjoy a wonderful walk on the outskirts of the Kathmandu valley. The hiking allows you to enjoy beautiful green forests, meadows, and farmland and discover the culture and customs of the Nepalese on the way. You’ll be enjoying your time inside the Shivapuri National Park, enjoying the beautiful waterfall, forests, Buddhist Monastery, and the beauty of the place.

 Day 6: Explore Swaymbhunath 

Swaymbhunath, “the temple of its existence” which is also known as “monkey temple”, and is the best destination to spend your time. Hiking up to the temple, located uphill of the valley, you can enjoy the 360-degree view of the Kathmandu valley from the temple. As the place is full of an abundance of monkey that plays around the praying flags and stupas in the area, you feel the fresh air blowing giving you a relaxing time fra om time far away from the noise of the busy city. Also, you enjoy the sight of the eagle flying above the place. The gods and statues of both Buddhism and Hinduism are found throughout the entire complex, demonstrating the coexistence of their respective religions in the place. Swayambhunath is an excellent destination for a day trip from Kathmandu and is well deserving of being listed among the World Heritage Sites. 

Day 7 A Day at Dhulikhel

The last day of our trip is to Dhulikhel. Dhulikhel is the place that offers you a beautiful view of the city and outskirt places of the valley. Gouphillhill to Dhulikhel, you can also hike if you desire. Besides, Dhulikhel has other destinations to enjoy your peaceful time.

Hence, you get to enjoy yourself to the fullest in the 7 days in Kathmandu. Don’t miss a great opportunity to enjoy a unique and exciting trip to the beautiful city of Nepal.