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Nepal 2-Week Itinerary 2026: The Perfect 14-Day Nepal Trip

The classic 14-day Nepal itinerary that combines a major Himalayan trek, Kathmandu Valley temples, and wildlife safari in Chitwan. Day-by-day plan…

By Travel Himalaya Nepal · Apr 7, 2026

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Two weeks is the sweet spot for Nepal — a major trek, Kathmandu culture, a Chitwan safari and Pokhara, without rushing. The flagship route pairs the 6-day Annapurna Base Camp trek with Chitwan wildlife and Pokhara leisure. In-Nepal cost runs $1,200–1,900 per…

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Nepal in 14 Days: The Gold Standard Itinerary

Two weeks is the sweet spot for Nepal. It's enough time for a major trek, proper cultural immersion in Kathmandu, a wildlife safari in the Terai, and relaxation in Pokhara — without feeling rushed. This itinerary has been refined by 25+ years of travel…

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. Hotel check-in in Thamel. Evening walk through Thamel market — chaotic, colourful, and full of gear shops and restaurants. Dinner at one of Thamel's excellent rooftop restaurants (try Thamel House for authentic…

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Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Cultural Day

Morning: Boudhanath Stupa (arrive at dawn for monk kora). Midday: Pashupatinath Temple — observe the sacred ghats from the opposite bank. Afternoon: Bhaktapur Durbar Square (one of Asia's finest medieval city centres). Evening: Thamel neighbourhood walk, gear…

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Day 3: Kathmandu to Pokhara — Trek Begins

Morning flight to Pokhara (35 minutes) or tourist bus (7–8 hours). Afternoon: Pokhara orientation — Lakeside walk, Phewa Lake boat ride, Fishtail Lodge view. Trek briefing with guide. Early dinner and bed — trek starts early tomorrow.

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Days 4–9: Annapurna Base Camp Trek (6 days)

Day 4: Drive to Nayapul (2 hours), walk to Tikhedhunga or Ulleri (3–4 hours hiking). Day 5: Ulleri through rhododendron forest to Ghorepani (2,860m). Day 6: Pre-dawn hike to Poon Hill (3,210m) for sunrise — Annapurna and Dhaulagiri panorama. Continue to…

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Day 10: Trek End — Return to Pokhara

Complete descent to Nayapul (full day walking). Drive to Pokhara. Rest afternoon — hot shower, massage at one of Pokhara's excellent therapeutic massage centres ($10–15/hour). Sunset boat ride on Phewa Lake.

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Day 11: Pokhara Leisure + Travel to Chitwan

Morning: Paragliding from Sarangkot (30-minute tandem flight over the lake, $45–60). Afternoon: Bus or private car to Chitwan National Park (4–5 hours drive). Evening: Arrival and lodge check-in in Sauraha village. Elephant bathing viewing at the river.

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Days 12–13: Chitwan National Park

Day 12: Full-day safari — morning jeep safari (rhinos, crocodiles, deer), canoe ride on the Rapti River, afternoon elephant walk with mahouts, evening cultural Tharu stick dance performance. Day 13: Dawn jungle walk with naturalist guide, birding on the Rapti…

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Day 14: Departure

Final Kathmandu morning: last-minute shopping in Thamel (fixed-price shops for quality pashmina and thangka paintings), airport transfer, depart. Most international flights leave in the evening.

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Cost Estimate for This Itinerary

International flights: $600–1,500 (varies enormously) Nepal visa: $50 Kathmandu hotel (3 nights): $50–150 KTM–Pokhara flight: $90 ABC guided trek (6 days, guide + permits + accommodation + food): $650–900 Pokhara hotel + activities: $80–150 Chitwan 2-day…

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Alternative 14-Day Nepal Itineraries

The ABC + Chitwan option above is the most popular, but Nepal rewards flexibility. Here are three compelling alternatives for the same 14 days:

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