Nepal 10-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 14 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Nepal.

Combine a classic short trek in the Himalaya with multiple days of sightseeing on a 10-day trip. Consider spending 4 days on the Ghandruk Trek in the Annapurna foothills, and 4 days viewing wildlife in subtropical Chitwan National Park. Or, take advantage of your extra days and access more remote trekking areas—the 7-day trek to sacred Phoksundo Lake, for example, is in the far-west Dolpo region and requires multiple flights to reach. And non-trekkers can combine tours of the Kathmandu and Pokhara Valleys for culture and adventure off the trail.

See more options below, or read our overview of 10-day Nepal itineraries.

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Phoksundo Lake in  Dolpo District
Map of Phoksundo Lake Trek – 10 Days
Phoksundo Lake Trek – 10 Days

Discover Nepal's majestic region of Dolpo. This remote area, made famous by Peter Matthiessen’s book 'The Snow Leopard,' has only been open to trekkers since 1989. Its most alluring attraction, Phoksundo Lake, is sacred to Buddhists and followers of the Bonpo religion. This relatively easy trek involves no high passes, and winds through Himalayan forests and traditional Tibetan villages.

A rangoli to welcome the Goddess Laxmi on Laxmi Puja
Map of Nepal's Festival of Lights - 10 Days
Nepal's Festival of Lights - 10 Days

Tihar, or the Festival of Lights, is a five-day Hindu festival in the autumn that celebrates the intimate relationship between animals and people. It also worships Laxmi, the goddess of wealth, culminating in Laxmi Puja when rangoli patterns are made with colored powder and flowers. This trip will take you on a journey from Kathmandu to the old Malla kingdoms of Bhaktapur and Patan, and the lakeside city of Pokhara. Along the way, you will stay with local families to enjoy the full flavor of this magical festival.

Catch views of Himalayan peaks like Ama Dablam en route to Tengboche
Map of Tengboche Monastery Trek - 10 Days
Tengboche Monastery Trek - 10 Days

This trek fulfills a section of the popular and rugged trail towards Everest Base Camp. Starting from Lukla, you'll climb through the forested Dudh Kosi valley to reach Namche Bazaar, a famous trading village between Tibet and Nepal. You'll learn about Sherpa culture along the way, culminating with the holy village of Tengboche.

Switchback descent towards Lupra (© Dan Barham)
Map of Lower Mustang MTB - 10 Days
Lower Mustang MTB - 10 Days

Hit the trails made famous by the Anthill crew and Redbull Media in their two awesome mountain biking films from 2011 -12. Stark and stunning, the landscape is high altitude desert and your trails are on the ancient trading route from India to Tibet.

Machhapuchhre Himal, Pokhara, Nepal
Map of Nepal Adventure: Rafting & Safari  - 10 Days
Nepal Adventure: Rafting & Safari - 10 Days

Mixing outdoor and jungle activities with a healthy dash of comfort and service, this trip will take you through the best of Nepal—with time for both adrenaline rushes and relaxation. The adventure starts in Kathmandu with a flight over the mountains, continues to the country's oldest temples, and leaves time for views of the Annapurna range, where thirteen peaks scrape the sky. Two days of rafting send you through the jungle to finally discover the abundant wildlife of Chitwan National Park.

The view of Dhaulagiri from Poon Hill
Best of Central Nepal: Villages & Trekking - 10 Days

Experience the highlights of Nepal with the right amount of cultural exploration, trekking, and plenty of downtime in between. This tour combines a visit to traditional villages followed by a multi-day trek through beautiful landscapes to stunning vistas in the Annapurna region. Begin and end in Kathmandu, exploring the capital's main attractions before your flight home.

Helicopter to Everest Base Camp
Everest Luxury Kongde Trek - 10 days

This ten-day tour is a great option if you're short on time yet keen to see the Everest region. You'll spend your nights in a luxury Himalayan lodge and your days either trekking or flying through the Everest region by helicopter. The highlight of the trek, Kongde, is a panoramic ridgeline perched about the Everest region that few trekkers get to visit.

Pokhara, Kathmandu's second largest city
Map of Nepal's Golden Triangle - 10 Days
Nepal's Golden Triangle - 10 Days

Nepal's many cultural attractions have roots in Hindu and Buddhist traditions that go back thousands of years. This itinerary starts with several day-trips from Kathmandu before you head to the jungle. Balance the sacred pilgrimage sites and monuments with outdoor activities: hike in Nagarkot, paraglide in Pokhara, and ride an elephant in Chitwan National Park.

Sunset in the Gurung village of Dhampus
Chitwan and Ghandruk Trek - 10 Days

This tour combines two great Nepal experiences: Chitwan National Park in the subtropical lowlands and the Ghandruk Trek in the Annapurna foothills. Chitwan has a wide variety of wildlife including tigers, rhinos, elephants and many bird species.  The Ghandruk trek is suitable for every level—beginners, families, and older age groups alike—and includes overnight stays in Gurung villages.

Enjoy a day with elephants in Chitwan National Park
Map of Best of Southern Nepal - 10 Days
Best of Southern Nepal - 10 Days

This unique wildlife experience takes you all the way across the Southern Terai region of Nepal. Starting from Chitwan National Park, for a special elephant encounter and safaris to see the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, you'll move west to explore the remote Bardia National Park in search of the elusive Bengal Tiger. En route, you'll also spend some time in spiritual Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha.

Chepang Hill Trek
Chepang Hill Trek with Chitwan Safari - 10 Days

The Chepang Hill Trek is an off-the-beaten-path route that takes you through indigenous Chepang communities of Nepal. These people have their own distinct language, and lead a nomadic life. Enjoy views of Rolwaling, Gauri Shankar, Langtang, Manaslu, the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and more while on this easy trek. The trek will be followed by a relaxing jungle safari in Chitwan National Park, where you'll spot all kinds of wild animals. 

Elephants in Chitwan
Map of Nepal Jungle Safari: Chitwan & Bardia - 10 Days
Nepal Jungle Safari: Chitwan & Bardia - 10 Days

This unique wildlife experience takes you all the way across the southern Terai region of Nepal. Starting from Chitwan National Park, you'll enjoy a special elephant encounter and wildlife safaris, seeing the endangered one-horned rhinoceros. Moving west, you'll explore the remote Bardia National Park in far western Nepal, in search of the elusive Bengal tiger. In both places, you'll stay in the elegant Tiger Tops properties.

The view of Dhaulagiri from Khopra Danda
Map of Khopra Danda Trek with Kaire Lake  - 10 Days
Khopra Danda Trek with Kaire Lake - 10 Days

Also known as the Khopra Ridge Trek, this moderate, off-the-beaten-path adventure is a peaceful alternative to more popular treks in the lower Annapurna region. You'll climb your way through local villages, terraced farmland, and dense oak, pine, and rhododendron forests to face-to-face views of the snow-capped Annapurnas. Plus, you have the option for a challenging but rewarding day hike to Kaire, a sacred lake that Hindus believe will help you achieve Nirvana.

Nepal's Langtang Valley, near the border of Tibet
Langtang Trek - 10 Days

Brimming with spectacular scenery, this 10-day trekking itinerary introduces you to Nepal's Langtang Valley—and helps support the local community after the 2015 earthquake. Starting from the small village of Syabrubesi, you'll climb through lush bamboo and rhododendron forests to reach the Tibetan Buddhist monastery of Kyangjin Gompa. If you're feeling adventurous, hike up nearby Kyangjin Ri for 360-degree views of the Langtang Himal mountains before starting the descent back to Kathmandu.

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