7 Days in Nepal: Unique 7-day Itineraries to Nepal

7 days in Nepal is ideal for short treks and city sightseeing tours. Check out our top recommendations for 7-day itineraries of Nepal.

Langtang is popular among those looking to trek close to Kathmandu and planning to spend around 7 days in Nepal. Its mountainous terrain is capped by towering Himalayas and dotted with Buddhist hamlets, and yet surprisingly close to the capital. Your journey starts in Kathmandu. Take the bus to Syabrubesi, the starting point of this tour. Hike up to Kyanjin Gompa, a quaint ethnic Tamang village dominated by Chorkari RI (5,050 meters), which is the highest point of your journey. Enjoy a breathtaking panorama of Langtang Peak, then follow the route downhill to Syabrubesi via the Lama Hotel. See all 7-day treks in Langtang.

This trek is for those who want to see the Himalayas in the Everest region without the risk of altitude sickness. Traveling east of Kathmandu, you will reach Pikey Base Camp on the second day. The view from the base camp is stunning, and the distance between the mountains and the trail means a wider panorama to feast your eyes on. You will pass through a rhododendron forest as you make your way to Bhangyang. The trail from the base camp to Junbesi is fairly easy but then gets steep as you ascend to Taksindu. You will also have to cross the Junbesi River. Spend a night in Phaplu before returning to the capital city.

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In the foothills of the Langtang range around the Kathmandu Valley are tiny hamlets where live the Tamang people, a predominantly Buddhist ethnic group. Discover their culture as you hop from one village to another. Traverse dense alpine forests and thickets of rhododendrons and bamboo. Relish the sights of Ganesh Himal, Shishapangma, and Langtang Lirung during your 7 days in Nepal. See all tours in Nepal.

Your 7-day trip in Kathmandu begins by exploring the wonderful heritage of the city at sites such as Swayambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square. Next up, you will head to Kirtipur and interact with the local Newar communities, learning about their culture and sampling amazing Newari food. Then, you will move to the outskirts of Kathmandu city, specifically Panauti, and visit Namo Buddha before staying overnight in Dhulikhel. Now, you will make your way to Bhaktapur and see the local sites. You will spend the night at Nagarkot which is a short walk up the hill but will give you spectacular views of the Himalayas. The next day, experience Patan Durbar Square and ride a cable car to Chandragiri Hill. End with a traditional Nepali dinner and cultural performance before departing.

Rather than focusing on one specific region, this trip takes you all over the country within seven days. Savor the atmospheric streets and ancient temples of Kathmandu before driving to Nepal’s very own lake district in Pokhara. See the sunrise from Sarangkot, Pokhara’s most popular viewpoint, then continue to the birthplace of the Buddha in Lumbini. You will spend the final days of your trip in Chitwan, looking out for royal Bengal tigers and one-horned rhinos while canoeing down the Rapti River and driving through the jungle in a jeep.

The above list of recommendations is great for anyone planning to stay for 7 days in Nepal. Need more? Go through our list of 7-day tours in Nepal. If you want to explore more durations, check out our how many days to spend in Nepal guide. You can also create your own itinerary with our travel experts in Nepal.

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