Kathmandu
Historic squares, bustling markets and spiritual centres. Base for day trips across the valley.
Top Places
Pokhara
Lake views, paragliding and a relaxed gateway to Annapurna treks with excellent tea house networks.
Chitwan
Lowland jungles, river safaris and wildlife watching with local naturalists.
Trekking Gateways
Everest Region (Lukla)
Gateway to Everest Base Camp and Gokyo. Prepare for altitude and variable weather.
Annapurna Region
Classic circuits and shorter hikes from Pokhara with sweeping Himalayan panoramas.
Langtang
Closer to Kathmandu, offering alpine valleys, monasteries and yak pastures.