We caught a flight from Varanasi back to Delhi. I can unequivocally state that the nicest part of Varanasi is the airport. Once in Delhi, we had a farewell dinner, and I left at 4am for my 730am flight to Kathmandu.
One is absolutely correct to question the need to arrive 3hrs early for a 1.5hr flight leaving at 730am. In fact, I took the opportunity to seriously test the tour guide's reasoning, but he was insistent and correct. There was hardly a soul in the airport, yet it still took 2 hours to get through security, and boarding for international flights closes 45min before takeoff. I barely made it. Delhi has a brand-new, luxurious airport, but it is almost entirely offset by the way the place is run.
The Kathmandu airport has one terminal and 2 baggage claims. It was a welcome change from the size and crowds of India. I took a little nap in the hotel (which is the old royal palace) before heading out to walk around the city.
On my walk, I stumbled upon the Garden of Dreams and had my first real cup of coffee in 10 days. Things are looking up. I also had a great meal and was able to use the internet. The little things make a difference.
After a tasty dinner, I had a second Everest beer (660ml) at the hotel and passed out at 8pm or so. Early morning tomorrow to catch all Kathmandu's sights.
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