Nepal – Kathmandu vs Pokhara for non-hikers (5 minute read)

Kathmandu - NEPAL

Kathmandu vs Pokhara – Top 5’s Travelling to Nepal is amongst the world’s top destinations for travellers with an adventurous spirit, and altitude on the mind! The great news is that the cities of Kathmandu and Pokhara deliver so much more than just a gateway to those trekking paths! For those who want to get out and see the many personalities of Nepal without lacing up those hiking boots, Kathmandu and Pokhara are the cities for you!

kathmandu Compared

1 – The cultural pulse.

Home to 7 of the 11 Nepalese UNESCO World Heritage sites from medieval cities, to sacred temples, monasteries, and Royal Dwellings, Kathmandu Valley takes you back into the worlds of years gone by. Travelling to Kathmandu Valley in today’s world will bring you face to face with the devastation and hard work of restoration workers in the wake of the 2015 earthquake. With no temple spared, all buildings are being lovingly restored with original wood carvings being completed by hand in the traditional methods. Kathmandu is the perfect marriage of old and new!

2 – Shoppers rejoice! Artworks, thangkas, spices, carvings, books, clothing, leather goods, jewels… Kathmandu has it all! With our hotels located centrally in Thamel, you are all but a walk away from the shopping capital of Kathmandu. Enjoy prayer flag studded, cross-crossed and curving alleyways lined with vendors and shop fronts all with thousands of treasures inside. A short walk down the many alleys will take you to Old Kathmandu where the shop fronts turn to markets, and locals’ shop for their daily goods. Shops are open from 11am – 9pm daily, and with the streets becoming beautifully illuminated by fairy lights overhead at night, it’s a great way to end a day of exciting touring!

3 – Hustle and Bustle with locals Whether you want to get amongst it by foot, or perhaps just watch from one of the many rooftop restaurants, Kathmandu is a bustling hive of activity. The streets of Kathmandu are a cacophony of vehicles, pedestrians, live music, shop vendors and so much more. Travellers can be found on street corners sketching or filming the scene unfolding before them. Thamel is a predominantly pedestrian area, but it is not uncommon to be passed by a bicycle powered tuk tuk, or vendor and donkey. During dry season the streets can be a little dusty, so be sure to bring a scarf or something to cover your face for comfort.

4 – More, more, momos! Whether you wish to delve into the world of traditional Nepalese Himalayan dishes, or like to stick closer to home, Kathmandu delivers excellence across the board. Foodies and hungry travellers alike come together in a world of aroma, and taste explosions from street food, to fine dining, to locally run rooftop restaurants taking in the views of Kathmandu streets and valley.

5 – A hiking-less way to the roof of the world! No trip to Nepal is complete without witnessing the majestic Mount Everest. The good news is that you no longer need to don your tweed suit like the mountaineering champions of years gone by to take in the wonder and beauty of the tallest mountain on Earth. An Everest scenic flight is just the ticket! Ascending early in the morning, venture on a 1 hour flight across the Everest region of the Himalayas. With a guaranteed window seat take in the beauty of glaciers, alpine lakes, Himalayan peaks (4 over 8000m), and of course, Mt Everest, a mere 32km from your seat.

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