10 days in Nepal Itinerary

Once synonymous with the mysterious and inaccessible Shangri-La, today Kathmandu draws an ever-increasing number of tourists, catering to independent travelers of various budgets.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Boudhanath Stupa and Thamel. Popular historic sites such as Swayambhunath Temple and The Crematoria are in your itinerary. There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Patan Museum, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, view the masterpieces at Boudha Stupa Thanka Center, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, go to the Kathmandu visit planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Kathmandu. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in May, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to travel to Pokhara.

Pokhara, the second largest city in the country, attracts visitors with its superlative natural wonders and easygoing atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of Peace Temple and then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Thu): soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, then examine the collection at International Mountain Museum, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Phewa Tal (Fewa Lake).

To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Pokhara trip itinerary planning app.

You can do a combination of car and flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kathmandu in May, expect a bit warmer with lows of 22°C in Pokhara. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Chitwan National Park.

The diverse ecosystems of Chitwan National Park house a large range of plants and animals, with the park listed as a World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Tiger Residency Resort.

To find reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Chitwan National Park online driving holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Pokhara to Chitwan National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Pokhara in May, with highs in Chitwan National Park at 41°C and lows at 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel to Namche Bazaar.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): take in the awesome beauty at Mt. Taboche and then see the interesting displays at Sagarmatha National Park Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take some stellar pictures from Everest View Point and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt. Ama Dablam.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read Namche Bazaar trip builder website.

Traveling by combination of bus, car, and flight from Chitwan National Park to Namche Bazaar takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.