Plan your trip to Nepal

Planning notes by The Travel Insights · Updated 2026-09-10

Suggested trip lengths and day groupings below are our editorial starting points. Your personalized plan will depend on your interests, pace, and dates.

How much time to allow

Seven to ten days can suit Kathmandu and Pokhara without a major trek. Trekking requires a separate duration based on the chosen route and adjustment needs.

Choose a connected route

Group Kathmandu Valley heritage visits, then allow a proper connection to Pokhara. A mountain trek is a distinct commitment rather than another short city activity.

Where to base yourself

Choose city bases near your interests and trekking accommodation through appropriate local arrangements. Airport or road transfers can change the usable time in a day.

Before booking

Check current permits, guide requirements, weather, and route conditions. Leave buffers around mountain flights or roads and seek qualified guidance for altitude-related planning.