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When you fly from Beirut to Kathmandu with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport offers a modern and efficient start to your journey. As a major transport hub for both passengers and cargo, you will find the ultra-modern terminal designed for your comfort and convenience.
When planning your departure, note that getting to the airport is easy. Regulated, official airport taxis will deliver you directly to the main terminal entrance. Alternatively, local buses stop at the airport roundabout, just a kilometre from the terminal building. If you are driving, short and long-term parking is available with 2,350 spaces, managed 24 hours a day.
Inside the terminal, you will find helpful staff and ample facilities. The main building connects the East Wing (gates 1–12) and the West Wing (gates 13–23). Qatar Airways passengers with premium tickets can enjoy the Cedar Lounge, situated on the third level, which offers a business centre and self-service cafeteria. Across the main terminal area, you can utilise services like banks, a post office, prayer rooms, a tourist information centre or enjoy shopping at the duty free shops, available once you have cleared immigration.
Enjoy an unforgettable welcome in Kathmandu, the historic capital of Nepal. Based in the world's most mountainous region, it seamlessly blends ancient wonders with a dynamic, modern atmosphere.
Navigating the city is easy; you can explore its eclectic mix of ancient and contemporary sites on foot or by taking a colourful rickshaw, giving you the chance to experience its authentic local energy. Discover Kathmandu's profound history, which stretches back over 2,000 years, evident in its wealth of traditional structures and ancient temples. The capital is renowned as the primary starting point for the incredible climbing and hiking trails in Nepal, including those near the towering Mt. Everest.
For a serene escape from the bustle, visit the beautifully restored Garden of Dreams (Kaiser Mahal), an oasis that encapsulates the Nepalese dedication to nature with its stunning collection of rare flora. Alternatively, you can trace the country's fascinating political past by visiting the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. As dusk approaches, be sure to admire the spectacular sight of resident giant fruit bats coming in to roost.
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