1. Pokhara
Whether exploring the surrounding mountains or fishing on Lake Phewa, Pokhara days are full of enjoyable activities and explorations.
Everyone traveling to Nepal will agree that Pokhara is one of those gems you feel you need to revisit several times in your lifetime, and it's almost always included in their list of ' favorite cities. 'It's in mine for sure.This charming town on the lake offers a whole range of activities, from the famous paragliding cliff to hiring pedalos and fishing gear and having a relaxing day out on the lake.The attractions of Pokhara are infinite.Café rows align the beautiful Lake Phewa and are a nice place to laze in the sun and absorb the offered romantic scenery.Pokhara also offers the perfect opportunity to rent a bike and zoom off into the sunset to get a scintillating panoramic view of the lake from any of the surrounding mountains.I recommend that you drive up the mountain to the nearby village of Sarangkot, which is also nice to get lost and meet friendly locals.
2. Everest Base Camp
A remarkable achievement is the most iconic attraction in Nepal and one of the most daring feats in the world, climbing Mt Everest.
Not everyone can climb all the way to the top of the all-powerful Everest, a feat that a) takes years to prepare for and b) is not feasible to most of us (costs about $ 11,000, excluding Lukla's airfare prices and other factors), so the next best achievement is to climb to Everest Base Camp.Get a glimpse of your upcoming experience's beauty on your exciting flight to Lukla before you start your lifetime trek.You will experience various challenges and diverse scenery through the 16 days of trekking to and from Base Camp.From lush rhododendron forests and stone-walled traditional villages at the bottom, to the Namche Sherpa Land and all the way to the Phortse Gaon village where you can witness magical peaks of Everest and Nuptse and various other mountain ranges.Need it be said that it takes a lot of training to climb to the Everest Base Camp to reach a very high level of fitness.The camp is located at 5,364 meters above sea level and is more of a rest point for climbers looking to climb the rest of Mt. Everest.
3. Patan
Patan shows some of the finest temple collections in the world across the Bagmati River from Kathmandu.
An hour away from Kathmandu, and just across the Bagmati River, you will find the beautiful temple-saturated town of Patan, an ancient town with a myriad of old brick lanes that lead to unimaginably beautiful squares and courtyards.In August I went to Patan and caught Krishna's atmospheric celebrations, where crowded Patan squares (pictured) were filled with people watching holy rituals and traditional reenactments.Like Kathmandu, the rooftop cafe's offered the perfect viewpoint to look at the electrifying scene after, of course, meandering through people's crowds and mixing in with the vibrant colors on display.
4. Annapurna Circuit
Trek one of the best-known circuits in Nepal and absorb the ridiculously beautiful Poon Hill scenery.
The popular Annapurna region trail, known as the Annapurna Circuit, winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past icy waterfalls (a great stop to cool your face).A terrifying glimpse of the high mountains and amazing whole horizons will be revealed to you around every corner as you reach the high points of your trek.The Ghorepani Poon Hill Panorama Trek is a colorful short foray into the region of Annapurna. The trek, through the foothills of Annapurna to the Poon Hill viewpoint, offers the best of Nepal trekking.
5. Kathmandu
From Thamel's Tourist Center to Durbar Square's majestic temples, the capital Kathmandu is packing the traveler a hard punch.
Arriving in Kathmandu is an enjoyable shock for those traveling directly from home to Nepal.On first arrival, the old-world streets, intense, busy markets and crumbling architecture are a beautiful and captivating embrace.Settle in and discover the beauty of Nepal's breathtaking historic capital, laid-back Kathmandu.Kathmandu is the gateway to all the main attractions of Nepal, with all treks and hiking trails available for booking here.For me, the buzz around Kathmandu was electrifying, swimming with excited trekkers, fun-loving locals and providing a rugged city to its visitors that has not lost any of its historic charm.Simply kick back and relax on one of the many roof-top terraces in Kathmandu, where either some therapeutic Tibetan music or the omnipresent Bob Marley tunes reverberate around the relaxed, sun-drenched rooftops.Aditya, author of the Nepal blog ' Gorgeous Nepal ' thinks Kathmandu is the perfect place for tourists to discover the beautiful cuisine of Nepal, from the sumptuous snack of steamed momos (with a great chili sauce) to the dreamy traditional dish-Dal Baht (two of my favorite foods in the world as well).Check out the ' Top 7 Must-Try Foods in Nepal ' from Gorgeous Nepal.
6. Langtang Trek
Nepal's Langtang Trek is the alternative trekking masterpiece that showcases the greenery of Nepal and the budding wildlife.
Although relatively unheard of and less iconic than Nepal's other world-famous trekking trails, the Langtang trek offers beautiful nature treks that follow the gushing Langtang river through beautiful green mountains and forests.Tours for this trek are sold in Kathmandu and consist of an 8-hour bus ride to the beginning of the trail and may involve 6-16 days of trekking, depending on your time preferences and allowances.The views throughout the entire trek, the sounds of the therapeutic river, the delicious food along the way, the people we met, the amazing backdrops and the challenge of the trek all culminated in a truly remarkable experience of the Langtang trek.Check out our India tours and see what hidden treks you can find there for more unique tours than those famous Everest tours.
7. Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur is an essential visit on your trips to Nepal with its medieval alleys and famous wood carvings.
Walk through Bhaktapur's charming medieval alleys and feel like you've been traveling back in time in this well-preserved town.Located in Kathmandu's eastern corner, Bhaktapur showcases the very best of the ancient charms of Nepal, especially the culture and work of the Newari people (the Kathmandu Valley indigenous people).Krishna, our Nepal destination expert, loves Bhaktapur because of its beautiful wood carvings, the attractive traditional alleyways and the peace of no traffic.The rich culture, ancient temples, and fine, intricate carvings of Bhaktapur are just a few reasons why his majestic lure should catch you too.Not to mention the snow-capped mountains ' fantastic backdrop.
8. Gokyo Lakes
Gokyo Lakes treks are truly memorable with remarkably serene lakes and exceptional views of Mt. Everest.
The Gokyo Lakes region at the head of the Dudh Kosi Valley offers a seductive alternative to Mt. Everest's more iconic trails.
9. Lumbini
Buddhist pilgrims head to this birthplace of one of the most revered figures of history: the Buddha to acclimatize me and a more quiet, off - the-beaten-path trail, the Gokyo Lakes hike is arguably one of the most attractive options for an adventure trekker.Absorb the amazing views of Mt Everest and trail around the beautiful lakes, overlooked from the spectacular panoramic views of the beautiful mountain campsites.This trek through the heartland of Sherpa should not be missed.
Lumbini's peaceful atmosphere is testament to the reverence shown to Siddhartha's legend, aka the Buddha.Born in Lumbini in about 563 BC, the Buddha created a legend manifested by the vast quantities of Buddhist pilgrims who walk to Lumbini every year.Most people are making a short stop in Lumbini but it would take you 1 or 2 days to explore and absorb all the majestic temples and beautiful scenery and tranquility properly.
10. Chitwan National Park
Ride an elephant and look out for amazing animals in Chitwan National Park's dense marshlands.
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