Kathmandu · December 2026

Ruksan & Rohit

12 December 2026 · The Soaltee, Kathmandu

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With full hearts, we invite you to celebrate with us as we begin our journey into marriage. This is more than just the start of our life together, it’s a celebration of the incredible family and friends who have shaped our lives and continue to mean so much to us.

Our greatest wish is to create unforgettable memories together, filled with love, laughter, and joy with each and every one of you.

Ruksan & Rohit

Our Story

How we got here

We met through mutual friends at a party in 2021 — the kind of evening where you only find out later that someone had set the whole thing up. Rohit asked Ruksan out a few days later. The first date was bowling. Neither of us was good at bowling.

The dates kept happening. Dinners stretched into nights, weekends turned into trips, and eventually we stopped explaining what we were to other people. Five years on, we’re getting married in Kathmandu with the people who held the whole thing up from the start — family, friends, the same crowd from that first party, mostly.

More to come — Ruksan is still finalising her version of events.

The Weekend

Three days at The Soaltee

Sangeet on the 11th, ceremony on the morning of the 12th, reception on the 13th. All three at The Soaltee in Kathmandu.

Day 1 · 11 December 2026

Sangeet & Mehendi

Time · 5:00 PM

The Ballroom at Silver Oak / The Soaltee, with open-air garden space

Along with the Sangeet program, mehendi artists will be there for anyone who wants mehendi done.

Schedule

  • 5:00 PM Welcome Photos & Drinks; light bites passed around
  • 6:00 PM Speeches & Dance Performances
  • 7:00 PM Dinner Opens
  • 7:30 PM Till Late; Open Bar & Dancing

Dress code — Indian evening outfits encouraged – bring the glamour, keep it comfortable, and add your own flair. PS. There is going to be lots of dancing!

Directions — Transportation to and from The Soaltee will be provided. More information closer to the date.

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Day 2 · 12 December 2026

Wedding Ceremony

Time · Morning; exact priest-confirmed timings to follow

The Soaltee Front Lawn Garden

Lunch opens adjacent to the wedding ceremony. More information closer to the date.

Schedule

  • Morning Wedding Ceremony
  • Lunch opens adjacent to the wedding ceremony
  • 12:00 PM Bidaai

Dress code — Traditional Attires. Garden party chic — lighter colors preferred but not mandatory.

Directions — Wedding ceremony timing is awaiting priest confirmation. Details will be shared closer to the date.

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Day 3 · 13 December 2026

Reception

Time · 6:30 PM

Mangalam Ballroom; dinner opens at Garden Terrace restaurant adjacent to it

Welcome Photos & Cocktails; guests meet & greet. Dinner opens at Garden Terrace restaurant adjacent to the ballroom.

Schedule

  • 6:30 PM Welcome Photos & Cocktails
  • Guests meet & greet
  • Dinner opens at Garden Terrace restaurant adjacent to Mangalam Ballroom

Dress code — Evening formal – suits for men, Indian–Nepali chic for women.

Directions — Reception details and any transport notes will be shared closer to the date.

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Travel & Stay

The Soaltee Kathmandu

The hotel is also the wedding venue. We have a group rate for the wedding nights — rooms are first-come, first-served.

About the hotel

The Soaltee sits on 12 acres of gardens in Kathmandu, with all our wedding events on the property. Lunch and dinner are taken care of for guests during the celebrations. For nights outside the group-rate window, contact the hotel directly to extend.

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The Soaltee Kathmandu exterior, with gardens
Garden-facing patio
Hotel lobby
Garden view room
Restaurant and bar

Visa

Tourist visa on arrival for most nationalities — USD 30 / 15 days, USD 50 / 30 days. Bring a passport photo and cash. Indian nationals do not need a visa.

Weather

December in Kathmandu: 5–10°C mornings and evenings, 15–20°C in the sun. Pack warm layers for outdoor portions, especially the morning ceremony.

Getting around

Transport to and from The Soaltee will be arranged for the wedding events. Inside the city, Pathao and InDrive work for short hops; taxis are easy outside Thamel.

Kathmandu

From us, to you

We’ve put together our favourite places to see and do in Kathmandu.

01 / Eat

Must eat

  • Thakali Daal BhatRice, daal and accompaniments.
  • Newari CuisineTraditional food of the Newar community.
  • MomoNepali dumpling.
  • SukutiDried meat.
  • ChatpateyLocal snacks.

02 / See

Sightseeing

  • Pashupati
  • Boudhanath Stupa
  • Swoyambu Mandir
  • Basantapur Durbar Square
  • Patan Durbar Square
  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • New Road / AsonLocal markets.
  • ThamelLocal markets by day, nightlife after dark.
  • Le Sherpa Farmers Market

03 / Sit

Restaurants, bars & cafes

  • Jimbu ThakaliNepali traditional food.
  • Mantra ThakaliNepali traditional food.
  • MomoEveryone has a favourite spot.
  • RoadhouseItalian fusion.
  • 4 StoriesCafe.
  • Himalayan JavaStarbucks of Nepal.
  • TrisaraNepali and Indian cuisines with live music in the evenings.
  • BARCTop 50 bars in Asia.
  • Bitters & CoBar.
  • Purple HazeRock bar.
  • International ClubCafes, local shops, restaurants.
  • Coffee GharCafe.

04 / Do

Must do

  • Bar hopping at Thamel
  • Local shopping at New Road / Ason and ThamelBrass work and woven goods.
  • Staycation where you can see the mountains
  • Pokhara, if possible
  • Chitwan Safari, if dates allow
  • Pottery making at Bhaktapur Durbar Square
  • Drink at a rooftop restaurant by Boudhanath Stupa

Convenience stores

Big Mart · Bhatbhateni Supermarket

Apps to download

InDrive — Similar to Uber — pay with cash when the trip ends.

Questions

Things people ask

If your question is not here, the fastest way to reach us is WhatsApp.

Do I need a visa for Nepal?
Most nationalities can get a tourist visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport — USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days. Bring a passport photo and cash. Indian nationals do not need a visa.
What's the weather like in December?
Cold mornings and evenings (5–10°C), sunny days (15–20°C). Pack warm layers for the evenings — the outdoor ceremony will be brisk in the morning. A wrap or jacket for outdoor portions is a good idea.
Will transport be provided?
Yes — transport to and from The Soaltee will be arranged for the wedding events. Details will be shared closer to the date.
Can I bring a plus-one?
Plus-ones are by invitation — please check your invite and the RSVP form. If you are unsure, message us on WhatsApp.
Are kids welcome?
Yes, children are welcome at all events. Let us know in the RSVP so families can be seated together.
What should I wear?
Each event has its own dress code — see The Weekend section above. December evenings in Kathmandu get cold, so bring a wrap or jacket for the outdoor parts of the day.
What about gifts?
Your presence is the gift — we kindly request no boxed gifts.
Can I extend my stay at the hotel?
Yes — for extensions before or after the group-rate dates, contact Srijana Bista at The Soaltee directly: [email protected] / +977 9820113486.
Cash or card?
Nepalese Rupee (NPR). The Soaltee accepts cards. For markets, food stalls, and small shops in Thamel or Ason, carry some cash. ATMs are widely available.
When should I RSVP by?
By end of May please, so the families can plan.
What's the wedding hashtag?
TBD — Ruksan and Rohit will share closer to the date.
How do I contact you with questions?
The fastest way is WhatsApp. Message us here.

A note on gifts

Your presence is truly the best gift we could ask for.

But if you feel called to give a little something, we please request for no boxed gifts, thank you.

RSVP

Let us know

We would really appreciate if you could RSVP by end of May!

Tell us which events you’ll attend and add any dietary notes. Bringing a plus-one or kids? Add them here too.

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We can’t wait to celebrate with you