15 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.

Explore Kathmandu's surroundings by going to Bhaktapur (Siddhi Lakshmi Temple & 55 Window Palace). On the 4th (Wed), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Make the 7th (Sat) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. And it doesn't end there: see the world from above with a helicopter tour, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take in the spiritual surroundings of Swayambhunath Temple, and stop by Nepal Music Gallery.

Plan my day in Kathmandu using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Klarna Trips.

Mumbai, India to Kathmandu is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and car. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Nepal Time (NPT) is 0.2 hours. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Mumbai in January; daily highs in Kathmandu reach 21°C and lows reach 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel to Sagarmatha National Park.

Dominated by the world's tallest, Sagarmatha National Park is renowned for its carefully preserved natural heritage as well as the cultural and religious importance of its Buddhist monasteries and traditional Sherpa settlements.

Take a break from Sagarmatha National Park with a short trip to Memorial to Scott Fischer in Khumjung, about 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt Everest, get great views at Everest View Point, and explore the activities along Gokyo Lakes.

To find reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Sagarmatha National Park trip tool.

Traveling by combination of car and flight from Kathmandu to Sagarmatha National Park takes 3.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to travel 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 11th (Wed): take in the local highlights with Walking tours and then contemplate the waterfront views at Narayani River.

For ratings, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Chitwan National Park visit planning site.

Getting from Sagarmatha National Park to Chitwan National Park by combination of flight, car, and bus takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: fly. In January in Chitwan National Park, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to fly to Pokhara.

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

Pokhara is known for nature, adventure, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, revel in the low prices at Love Love Pashmina Store & Gems, take in the dramatic scenery at Devi's Fall, and explore the fascinating underground world of Gupteswar Gupha.

To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Pokhara route planner.

You can fly from Chitwan National Park to Pokhara in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Pokhara are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can fly back home.