20 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.

Kathmandu is known for historic sites, adventure, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Kopan Monastery, wander the streets of Thamel, and contemplate the long history of Kathmandu Durbar Square.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Kathmandu online sightseeing planner.

Kolkata (Calcutta), India to Kathmandu is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.2 hours traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) to Kathmandu. Traveling from Kolkata (Calcutta) in July, things will get a bit cooler in Kathmandu: highs are around 84°F and lows about 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel 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, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Sarangkot, examine the collection at International Mountain Museum, and soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To see ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Pokhara online tour planner.

Traveling by combination of car and flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Pokhara are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 73°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Panauti.

Panauti, a small town located 32 km Southeast of Kathmandu, found in the central regions of Nepal.OriginPanauti is a historical city found in Nepal, as it was originally a small state given by King Bhupatindra Malla as a dowry to his sister. Before you visit Panauti, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by flight from Pokhara to Panauti takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Pokhara in August, expect a bit cooler with lows of 68°F in Panauti. On the 6th (Fri), you'll travel to Dhulikhel.

Dhulikhel is the administrative centre of Kavrepalanchowk District, Nepal. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Thrangu Tashi Monastery.

To see photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Dhulikhel online trip itinerary maker.

Dhulikhel is just a short distance from Panauti. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in August, and nighttime lows around 68°F. On the 7th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Janakpur Zone.

Janakpur is one of the fourteen zones of Nepal, reaching from the Indian border in the south to the Tibetan border in the north and Sagarmatha Zone in the east and Bagmati and Naryani Zones in the west.The headquarters of Janakpur Zone and its main city is Janakpur. Start off your visit on the 8th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ram-Janaki Marriage Hall, make a trip to Janakpur Dham Rail Station, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Janaki Mandir.

To find photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Janakpur Zone trip maker.

Getting from Dhulikhel to Janakpur Zone by car takes about 2.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 68°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Patan (Lalitpur).

The third-largest city in the country, Patan (Lalitpur) boasts a collection of ancient temples and palaces.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval), then explore the world behind art at Patan Museum, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, don't miss a visit to Patan Gate, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Rudra Varna Mahavihar, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahaboudha Temple, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bhimsen Temple, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Khumbeshwar Temple.

To find traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Patan (Lalitpur) trip maker.

Getting from Janakpur Zone to Patan (Lalitpur) by car takes about 3.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Patan (Lalitpur) are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to travel to Sauraha.

The tourist town of Sauraha stands on the edge of the Chitwan National Park and acts as the eastern gateway to a World Heritage-protected area.

On the 11th (Wed), explore the striking landscape of Chitwan National Park. On the 12th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Tharu Cultural Museum & Research Center and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Elephant Breeding Centre.

To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Sauraha day trip website.

Getting from Patan (Lalitpur) to Sauraha by combination of car and flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and bus; or drive. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Patan (Lalitpur) in August: high temperatures in Sauraha hover around 92°F and lows are around 79°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can 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 13th (Fri): take an exotic tour of a safari tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Narayani River and then stroll through Tiger Residency Resort.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Chitwan National Park trip itinerary planning website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Sauraha to Chitwan National Park. In August, daily temperatures in Chitwan National Park can reach 92°F, while at night they dip to 79°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Bhaktapur.

On a tour of Bhaktapur, an ancient city in the World Heritage-listed Kathmandu Valley, discover a rich tapestry of Nepalese culture and history.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Changu Narayan, don't miss a visit to Taumadhi Square, and then delve into the distant past at Bhaktapur Durbar Square - www.nepaltourpackage.com. On the next day, look for gifts at Peacock Shop, take in the spiritual surroundings of Dattatreya Temple, don't miss a visit to Vatsala Durga Temple, contemplate the long history of 55 Window Palace, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Nyatapola Temple, and finally take a stroll through Pottery Square.

To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Bhaktapur travel route builder site.

Do a combination of flight and car from Chitwan National Park to Bhaktapur in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Chitwan National Park in August: high temperatures in Bhaktapur hover around 84°F and lows are around 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.