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Suggested itineraries

Day-by-day trips written by our team. No prices here: ask up to three local agencies for a quote on any itinerary and compare their answers.

Close-up of a young Indian rhinoceros grazing in its natural habitat during the day.
3 days

Suggested itinerary

3 days: Chitwan National Park from Kathmandu

Two nights by the Rapti River for one-horned rhinos, crocodiles and more than five hundred bird species: jeep safari, canoe, jungle walk and a Tharu village, all with licensed naturalists.

Places
Chitwan
Trekking
No trekking
A breathtaking aerial shot of Patan Durbar Square showcasing historic temples and architecture in Kathmandu, Nepal.
3 days

Suggested itinerary

3 days: Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur

The three royal cities of the Kathmandu Valley at an unhurried pace, one per day, ending with a night in car-free Bhaktapur. Ideal for a short stopover or before a trek.

Places
Kathmandu · Patan · Bhaktapur
Trekking
No trekking
Vibrant outdoor shrine in Butwal, Nepal, showcasing colorful fabrics and religious offerings under trees.
4 days

Suggested itinerary

4 days: Lumbini, birthplace of the Buddha

A focused pilgrimage: the Maya Devi Temple and Ashoka Pillar, the monasteries of the Monastic Zone, and Tilaurakot, the palace ruins of ancient Kapilavastu.

Places
Lumbini
Trekking
No trekking
Explore the historic Vishwanath Temple in Kathmandu with traditional Newar architecture and vibrant local culture.
5 days

Suggested itinerary

5 days in the Kathmandu Valley

Temples, palaces and a mountain sunrise without long journeys: Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and a night in Nagarkot.

Places
Kathmandu · Patan · Bhaktapur · Nagarkot
Trekking
No trekking
Vibrant prayer flags hanging outdoors in Butwal, Nepal, under a sunny sky.
6 days

Suggested itinerary

6 days: Lumbini and Chitwan

The birthplace of the Buddha and the wildlife of the Terai in one unhurried trip through Nepal’s lowlands.

Places
Lumbini · Chitwan
Trekking
No trekking
A stunning depiction of a tiger relaxing on a platform amidst lush greenery.
6 days

Suggested itinerary

6 days: Bardiya National Park wildlife safari

Nepal’s wildest lowland park and its best chance of a wild tiger: full-day jungle walks, a jeep safari and a float on the Karnali, staying in Thakurdwara.

Places
Bardiya National Park
Trekking
Easy
A person relaxes on a bench by Phoksundo Lake in Nepal amidst stunning mountain scenery.
7 days

Suggested itinerary

7 days: Rara Lake by air

Nepal’s largest lake in the remote far west: fly via Nepalgunj to Talcha, walk to the lakeshore and spend three nights among pine forest, with the climb to Murma Top.

Places
Rara Lake
Trekking
Moderate
Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu with colorful prayer flags and a person walking on its dome.
7 days

Suggested itinerary

7 days: Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan

A first trip that covers the classic trio at an easy pace: Kathmandu’s heritage sites, the lake and mountain views of Pokhara, and wildlife in Chitwan. No trekking needed.

Places
Kathmandu · Pokhara · Chitwan
Trekking
No trekking
A scenic view of a small aircraft on a mountain airstrip surrounded by lush green hills under a vibrant blue sky.
8 days

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8 days: Helambu trek with Kathmandu

A short, low-altitude trek that starts at the edge of Kathmandu: Shivapuri forest, Hyolmo villages and monasteries, and views of the Langtang and Jugal ranges.

Places
Kathmandu · Langtang
Trekking
Moderate
Discover the serene beauty of an ancient temple courtyard in Kathmandu, featuring traditional Nepalese architecture.
8 days

Suggested itinerary

8 days: Kathmandu, Bandipur and Pokhara

The road west done slowly: Kathmandu’s heritage, a night in the traffic-free hill bazaar of Bandipur, and three days of lake and mountain views in Pokhara.

Places
Kathmandu · Bandipur · Pokhara
Trekking
No trekking
A majestic rhinoceros refreshes itself at a water body, covered in mud.
9 days

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9 days: Chitwan and Bardiya wildlife

Nepal’s two great Terai parks back to back: rhinos and birdlife in Chitwan, then the quieter jungles of Bardiya for tigers, wild elephants and the Karnali.

Places
Kathmandu · Chitwan · Bardiya National Park
Trekking
Easy
Dramatic sunset view of the Annapurna Range in Nepal showcasing majestic peaks and serene skies.
10 days

Suggested itinerary

10 days: Kathmandu, Pokhara and the Poon Hill trek

A gentle introduction to Himalayan trekking: four days on the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek with its famous sunrise viewpoint, plus Kathmandu’s heritage and time by the lake in Pokhara.

Places
Kathmandu · Pokhara · Annapurna Region
Trekking
Easy
Majestic view of snow-covered peaks in Bagmati Province, Nepal, under a clear blue sky.
11 days

Suggested itinerary

11 days: Langtang Valley trek with Kathmandu

The closest Himalayan valley to Kathmandu: Tamang villages, yak pastures and glaciers at Kyanjin Gompa, with no flights needed. A good first teahouse trek at altitude.

Places
Kathmandu · Langtang
Trekking
Moderate
Colorful flags and lively streets around Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal, with bustling activity.
12 days

Suggested itinerary

12 days: Nepal highlights from Kathmandu to Lumbini

The full loop without trekking: the Kathmandu Valley’s royal cities, the Nagarkot sunrise, Bandipur, Pokhara, wildlife in Chitwan and the Buddha’s birthplace at Lumbini.

Places
Kathmandu · Patan · Bhaktapur · Nagarkot · Bandipur · Pokhara · Chitwan · Lumbini
Trekking
No trekking
Gokyo Lake
15 days

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15 days: Gokyo Lakes trek with Kathmandu

A quieter alternative to Base Camp: the turquoise Gokyo lakes, the Ngozumpa glacier and a sunrise on Gokyo Ri with Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Cho Oyu in one view.

Places
Kathmandu · Everest Region
Trekking
Challenging
Mt. Everest
16 days

Suggested itinerary

16 days: Everest Base Camp trek with Kathmandu

The classic Everest Base Camp trek from Lukla, with two acclimatisation days, the Kala Patthar sunrise and buffer days for Lukla flights. For fit trekkers ready for altitude.

Places
Kathmandu · Everest Region
Trekking
Challenging