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Watch on YouTubeFlying is faster, but you miss everything in between. This vlog follows the road journey west from Kathmandu: the river valleys, the roadside dal bhat stops, the conversations with people heading home, and finally the first glimpse of the lake.
Road trip tipsSit on the side with the river view, keep a light jacket handy for air-conditioned buses, and carry snacks and water. Tourist buses are more comfortable; local buses are more memorable.
