8 days in Kathmandu, Pokhara & Gorkha Itinerary

Change things up with these side-trips from Kathmandu: Bhaktapur (Changu Narayan & Vatsala Durga Temple). The adventure continues: see the world from above with a helicopter tour, make a trip to Kathmandu Durbar Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of Swayambhunath Temple, and visit Thamel.

For ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Kathmandu trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Morocco, the closest major aiports are Tribhuvan International Airport and Gautam Buddha International Airport. In August, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can travel to Pokhara.

On the 5th (Sat), stroll around Pandeli Park, Sarangkot, contemplate the waterfront views at Phewa Tal (Fewa Lake), and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. Here are some ideas for day two: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then admire the sheer force of Devi's Fall, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Peace Temple.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Pokhara travel itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of car and flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. August in Pokhara sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can fly to Gorkha.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Mon): explore the activities along Trisuli River and then see the interesting displays at Gorakha Nath Temple Gorkha. On your second day here, contemplate the long history of Gorkha Museum and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Manakamana Temple.

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Traveling by flight from Pokhara to Gorkha takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. In August, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can travel back home.