Travel guide · Nepal
Nepal: what to see and when to go
Nepal is home to eight of the world's ten highest mountains, including Everest, and to the medieval cities of the Kathmandu Valley. Trekking, temples and Himalayan hospitality make it a trip of a lifetime.
What to see and do in Nepal
Kathmandu Valley
The Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur, and the great Boudhanath stupa.
Pokhara
A lakeside town facing the Annapurna range.
Annapurna and Everest treks
Multi-day treks with nights in mountain teahouses.
Chitwan National Park
One-horned rhinos, elephants and tigers in the lowland jungle.
Nagarkot
Sunrise over the Himalaya, an hour from Kathmandu.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Nov – Apr.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 10 hr | ≈ €530 · See flights |
| New York | 16 hr | ≈ €670 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 17 hr | ≈ €690 · See flights |
| Dubai | 4 hr, 30 min | ≈ €260 · See flights |
| Singapore | 5 hr | ≈ €310 · See flights |
| Sydney | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €650 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Nepal
- Currency
- Nepalese Rupee
- Good for
- mountains · nature · wild · culture
- How long to stay
- 8–14 days
- Where to stay
- Thamel or Patan in Kathmandu; Lakeside in Pokhara.Find a place to stay in Nepal
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Nepal and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Nov – Apr. Average highs range from 17° in January to 27° in June.
How many days do you need in Nepal?
8 to 14 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Nepal cost?
Accommodation runs at around €40 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €650 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 10 hr.
Where should you stay in Nepal?
Thamel or Patan in Kathmandu; Lakeside in Pokhara.
