2 Weeks in Nepal: 4 Itineraries With Real Prices
Two weeks is a good amount of time for Nepal. It’s enough for a classic trek like Everest Base Camp, or for Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini and Pokhara with a short trek.
It isn’t enough to do everything, so pick one main focus: culture and wildlife, a short trek plus touring, or a big trek.
- Culture and wildlife, no trek: 14 days, from USD 1,345
- Culture plus Poon Hill trek: 13 days, from USD 1,250
- Annapurna Base Camp Express plus Chitwan: 13 days, about USD 920 for both trips (estimate)
- Everest Base Camp: 15 days including a buffer day, from USD 1,160 for the 14-day trek
- Kathmandu to Pokhara by road: about 7 to 8 hours
- Visa: get the 30-day visa (USD 50)
- Prices: per person for 2 to 3 people, checked October 2026
Most first-time visitors try to fit too much into two weeks. Nepal’s roads are slow. A 200km drive can take 7 hours or more, and mountain flights get delayed. The trips that work best have one main focus and a bit of slack.
Here are four itineraries we offer from Kathmandu. Each one has a day-by-day plan and our current price. For the full holiday cost, including meals, tips and extras, see our Nepal trip cost guide.
Which Itinerary Suits You?
| Itinerary | Days | Trekking | Highest point | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culture and wildlife | 14 | None | Sightseeing only | USD 1,345 | Temples, wildlife and easy travel |
| Culture, wildlife and Poon Hill | 13 | 4 days | 3,210m | USD 1,250 | A taste of the mountains with lots of variety |
| ABC Express and Chitwan | 13 | 6 days, express trek | 4,130m | about USD 920 | Fit trekkers who also want a safari |
| Everest Base Camp | 15 including buffer | 11 days | 5,545m | USD 1,160 | One big trek |
Itinerary 1: Culture and Wildlife, No Trek (14 days)
Kathmandu Valley, Chitwan, Lumbini, Tansen and Pokhara, with Himalayan views from Sarangkot and Nagarkot. It suits travellers who want to see a lot of Nepal without trekking. This is our Nepal Highlights Tour.
| Day | Plan | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 2 | Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath | Kathmandu |
| 3 | Drive to Chitwan, Tharu village walk and dance show | Chitwan |
| 4 | Canoe ride, jungle walk and jeep safari | Chitwan |
| 5 | Drive to Lumbini, Maya Devi Temple | Lumbini |
| 6 | Lumbini monasteries, drive to Tansen | Tansen |
| 7 | Tansen old town, drive to Pokhara | Pokhara |
| 8 | Sarangkot sunrise, free afternoon | Pokhara |
| 9 | Pokhara sightseeing | Pokhara |
| 10 | Return to Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 11 | Pharping and Patan | Kathmandu |
| 12 | Boudhanath, Changunarayan, sunset at Nagarkot | Nagarkot |
| 13 | Nagarkot sunrise, Bhaktapur, farewell dinner | Kathmandu |
| 14 | Departure |
Price: from USD 1,345 per person. It includes hotels with breakfast, all meals in Chitwan, a private vehicle, a guide and all entry fees. Most lunches and dinners are extra.
Itinerary 2: Culture, Wildlife and Poon Hill (13 days)
The same mix of Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini and Pokhara, plus a 4-day trek to Poon Hill for sunrise over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. It suits beginners who are reasonably fit. The trek isn’t technical, but the stone steps up to Ulleri and the daily walking still take some effort, so do some walking before you come. This is our Nepal Heritage and Poon Hill Trek.
| Day | Plan | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 2 | Swayambhunath, Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath | Kathmandu |
| 3 | Drive to Chitwan, Tharu village walk and dance show | Chitwan |
| 4 | Canoe ride, jungle walk and jeep safari | Chitwan |
| 5 | Drive to Lumbini, Maya Devi Temple | Lumbini |
| 6 | Lumbini monasteries, drive to Pokhara via Tansen | Pokhara |
| 7 | Sarangkot sunrise, Phewa Lake boat ride | Pokhara |
| 8 | Drive to Nayapul, trek to Tikhedhunga | Teahouse |
| 9 | Trek to Ghorepani via the Ulleri steps | Teahouse |
| 10 | Poon Hill sunrise, trek to Tadapani | Teahouse |
| 11 | Trek to Ghandruk, jeep to Pokhara | Pokhara |
| 12 | Return to Kathmandu, farewell dinner | Kathmandu |
| 13 | Departure |
Price: from USD 1,250 per person. The down jacket and sleeping bag for the trek are included. Trail meals and most city meals are extra. For more on the trek, see our Poon Hill trek guide.
Itinerary 3: Annapurna Base Camp Express and Chitwan (13 days)
A fast trek to the foot of Annapurna, then three days in the jungle to rest your legs. This is our Annapurna Base Camp Express Trek, followed by our Chitwan National Park Safari.
It’s an express itinerary for fit trekkers, not a relaxed one. The two hardest days are the climb from Himalaya Hotel to Base Camp at 4,130m, and the long descent to Bamboo the next day. If you’d like a gentler pace, our standard 14-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek gives more time on the trail, but leaves no room for Chitwan in two weeks.
| Day | Plan | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 2 | Bus to Pokhara | Pokhara |
| 3 | Jeep to Syauli Bazaar, trek to Ghandruk | Teahouse |
| 4 | Trek to Chhomrong | Teahouse |
| 5 | Trek to Himalaya Hotel | Teahouse |
| 6 | Trek to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m) | Teahouse |
| 7 | Long descent to Bamboo | Teahouse |
| 8 | Jhinu hot springs, jeep to Pokhara | Pokhara |
| 9 | Drive to Chitwan | Chitwan |
| 10 | Jeep safari, canoe ride and jungle walk | Chitwan |
| 11 | Drive to Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 12 | Kathmandu sightseeing | Kathmandu |
| 13 | Departure |
Price: about USD 920 per person, based on the trek (from USD 568) and the safari (from USD 350). This is an estimate. Joining the two trips changes the route, because you go to Chitwan from Pokhara instead of returning to Kathmandu, so we confirm the final price and what’s included when you book. Trail meals and tips are extra.
Itinerary 4: Everest Base Camp (15 days including a buffer day)
Two weeks is just the right length for Everest Base Camp. There’s no time for anything else, but it’s the trek most people come to Nepal for. This is our 14-day Everest Base Camp Trek, plus one spare day in Kathmandu.
| Day | Plan | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive in Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 2 | Fly to Lukla, trek to Phakding | Teahouse |
| 3 | Trek to Namche Bazaar | Teahouse |
| 4 | Acclimatisation hike to Hotel Everest View | Teahouse |
| 5 | Trek to Tengboche | Teahouse |
| 6 | Trek to Dingboche | Teahouse |
| 7 | Acclimatisation hike to Nangkartshang | Teahouse |
| 8 | Trek to Lobuche | Teahouse |
| 9 | Everest Base Camp, back to Gorak Shep | Teahouse |
| 10 | Kala Patthar sunrise, descend to Pheriche | Teahouse |
| 11 | Trek to Namche Bazaar | Teahouse |
| 12 | Trek to Lukla | Teahouse |
| 13 | Fly to Kathmandu | Kathmandu |
| 14 | Buffer day for flight delays, or sightseeing | Kathmandu |
| 15 | Departure |
Price: from USD 1,160 per person for the 14-day trek. Add one Kathmandu hotel night for the buffer day if you need it. Trail meals and tips are extra.
Keep the buffer day. Lukla flights are often delayed by weather. One spare day covers most delays, but not every one, so don’t book your flight home too close to the end of the trek. See Lukla flight delays.
Only Have 10 Days or Less?
You can still see a lot in 10 days or less.
- Nepal Cultural Safari Tour (8 days): Pokhara, Lumbini and Chitwan, from USD 820
- Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek (9 days): an easy trek with sunrise views, from USD 550
- Everest View Trek (9 days): Everest views without going to Base Camp, from USD 1,020
- Annapurna Base Camp Express (10 days): the fastest way to Annapurna Base Camp, for fit trekkers, from USD 568
With a few extra days, you can add a 3-day Chitwan safari to any of these. See also our short treks in Nepal.
What Doesn’t Fit in 2 Weeks
Some of Nepal’s best treks need more time once you add arrival, travel and a spare day:
- Annapurna Circuit: 16 days
- Manaslu Circuit: 15 days, which is tight with no spare day
- Upper Mustang: 16 days
- Everest Three Passes: about 3 weeks
If you have one of these in mind, plan for three weeks. See our guide to how many days you need for a Nepal trek.
Tips for Planning 2 Weeks in Nepal
- Allow for slow roads. Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 7 to 8 hours by bus. Chitwan is about 5 to 6 hours from Kathmandu. See Kathmandu to Pokhara.
- Fly to save time. A Pokhara flight takes about 25 minutes and costs from about USD 120. Most of our trips can add one.
- Keep a spare day after mountain flights. This matters most for Lukla.
- Arrive by midday on Day 1 if you can, so you’re rested for the next morning’s start.
- Get the 30-day visa. A 15-day visa doesn’t leave room for a delay. See our Nepal visa guide.
- Pick the right season. October to November and March to April are best for trekking. Chitwan is best from October to March. See the best time to trek in Nepal.
Treks in this guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2 weeks enough for Nepal?
Yes, for one main focus. It’s enough for Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp Express with Chitwan, or a culture tour with a short trek.
Can I do Everest Base Camp and Chitwan in 2 weeks?
Not comfortably. EBC alone takes 14 days plus a buffer day. If you want both, try the 9-day Everest View Trek with a 3-day Chitwan safari.
What’s the best 2-week itinerary for first-timers?
Itinerary 2, the Nepal Heritage and Poon Hill Trek. You see Kathmandu, Chitwan, Lumbini and Pokhara, plus an easy trek that suits beginners who are reasonably fit.
How much does 2 weeks in Nepal cost?
About USD 1,700 to 2,250 per person with a guide, including meals and extras but not international flights or insurance. See our Nepal trip cost guide.
Should I fly or take the bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara?
The bus is cheaper and included on our trips, but takes about 7 to 8 hours. Flying takes 25 minutes and saves most of a day.
Do I need a guide?
All our treks and tours include a licensed guide. See do you need a guide to trek in Nepal.
