34 days in Kathmandu Itinerary

Once synonymous with the mysterious and inaccessible Shangri-La, today Kathmandu draws an ever-increasing number of tourists, catering to independent travelers of various budgets.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Thu): relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Keep things going the next day: stop by Local Women's Handicrafts, then head outdoors with Nepal Ascent Treks, then admire the striking features of Hanuman Dhoka, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kumari Chowk.

To find where to stay and more tourist information, use the Kathmandu trip itinerary builder app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Kathmandu. January in Kathmandu sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel to Kathmandu.

Get out of town with these interesting Kathmandu side-trips: Sunapati Thanka Painting School (in Changunarayan), Bhaktapur (Doleshwor Mahadeva Temple, Traditional Thangka Paintings Gallery & Workshop, &more) and Uma Maheshwor Temple (in Kirtipur). On the 30th (Sat), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Make the 3rd (Wed) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. See even more of Kathmandu: take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and contemplate the long history of Kathmandu Durbar Square.

For photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Kathmandu planning website.