7-Day Itinerary for Nepal

  1. Day 1: Kathmandu Durbar Square
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Tribhuvan International Airport

    Explore the ancient palace complex and marvel at the intricate woodcarvings and metalworks.

  2. Day 2: Swayambhunath Stupa
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    30 minutes (4 miles) from Kathmandu Durbar Square

    Also known as the Monkey Temple, this Buddhist stupa offers fantastic panoramic views of the city.

  3. Day 3: Bhaktapur
    30 minutes (8 miles) from Swayambhunath Stupa

    Visit the ancient city of Bhaktapur, famous for its well-preserved traditional Newari architecture.

  4. Day 4: Pashupatinath Temple
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Bhaktapur

    One of the most significant Hindu temples in the world, Pashupatinath is a sprawling complex of shrines, ashrams, and cremation ghats.

  5. Day 5: Chitwan National Park
    4 hours (106 miles) from Pashupatinath Temple

    Experience Nepalese wildlife up close with a jungle safari in Chitwan National Park.

  6. Day 6: Annapurna Circuit
    6 hours (134 miles) from Chitwan National Park

    Trek through some of the world's most stunning mountain landscapes on the Annapurna Circuit.

  7. Day 7: Mount Everest Base Camp
    8 hours (140 miles) from Annapurna Circuit

    Reach the iconic Mount Everest Base Camp and witness the towering peak of the world's highest mountain.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square (2 hours, Free)
  • Swayambhunath Stupa (1 hour, Free)
  • Bhaktapur (3 hours, $15)
  • Pashupatinath Temple (2 hours, $10)
  • Chitwan National Park (1 day, $100)
  • Annapurna Circuit (7 days, $500)
  • Mount Everest Base Camp (14 days, $1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $1625
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