Nepal · 3-day plan

3-Day Kathmandu Itinerary

Himalayan trek starts, temple courtyards, momo dinners under prayer flags. A 3-day rhythm of bookable Viator experiences — each day themed, each slot stamped with reasoning and an affiliate-tracked reserve link.

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Day 1

Settling into Kathmandu, Nepal

A light first day. Walk, eat, sleep early.

  1. Morning

    Settle in. A walking tour to map your neighborhood and a long table for dinner.

    Kathmandu Food and Drink Walking Tour

    3h · 5.0★ · 332 reviews

    Kathmandu Food and Drink Walking Tour

    • Top-rated · 5.0★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $51 a personReserve on Viator
  2. Midday

    Complement to the day.

    Walking Street Food Tour in Kathmandu

    3h to 4h · 5.0★ · 117 reviews

    Walking Street Food Tour in Kathmandu

    • Top-rated · 5.0★
    • Free cancellation
    • Private tour
    From $48 a personReserve on Viator
  3. Afternoon

    Complement to the day.

    Private Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour | UNESCO World Heritage sites

    4h to 10h · 5.0★ · 834 reviews

    Private Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour | UNESCO World Heritage sites

    • Top-rated · 5.0★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $15 a personReserve on Viator
  4. Evening

    Complement to the day.

    The Most Beautiful 1 Day Experience in Kathmandu Nepal

    8h to 9h · 5.0★ · 94 reviews

    The Most Beautiful 1 Day Experience in Kathmandu Nepal

    • 5.0★ · 94 reviews
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $20 a personReserve on Viator

Day 2

Eating your way through Kathmandu, Nepal

  1. Morning

    Eat the city — markets, the table, the family kitchen.

    Kathmandu: Full Day 7 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

    8h to 9h · 4.9★ · 508 reviews

    Kathmandu: Full Day 7 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

    • Top-rated · 4.9★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $8 a personReserve on Viator
  2. Midday

    Complement to the day.

    Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

    5h to 6h · 4.9★ · 298 reviews

    Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

    • Top-rated · 4.9★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $10 a personReserve on Viator
  3. Afternoon

    Complement to the day.

    Secret Food Tour - Food Bites and Sights Kathmandu 14+ Tastings

    3h · 5.0★ · 90 reviews

    Secret Food Tour - Food Bites and Sights Kathmandu 14+ Tastings

    • 5.0★ · 90 reviews
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $35 a personReserve on Viator
  4. Evening

    Complement to the day.

    Kathmandu: Private Bhaktapur & Nagarkot Day Tour with Lunch

    6h to 7h · 5.0★ · 131 reviews

    Kathmandu: Private Bhaktapur & Nagarkot Day Tour with Lunch

    • Top-rated · 5.0★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $10 a personReserve on Viator

Day 3

One last slow day

Loose ends only. Nothing that requires logistics.

  1. Morning

    Walk, taste, photograph. Nothing that requires a reservation.

    Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch - Private/Group

    8h · 5.0★ · 86 reviews

    Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch - Private/Group

    • 5.0★ · 86 reviews
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $10 a personReserve on Viator
  2. Midday

    Complement to the day.

    Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

    7h to 8h · 4.8★ · 133 reviews

    Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

    • Top-rated · 4.8★
    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    From $35 a personReserve on Viator
  3. Afternoon

    Complement to the day.

    Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking From Kathmandu, Nepal

    8h · 5.0★ · 7 reviews

    Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking From Kathmandu, Nepal

    • Free cancellation
    • Instant confirmation
    • Private tour
    From $57 a personReserve on Viator

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