Nepal

Our Top Picks For Nepal

• 1 Pokhara

  Hang out by Phewa Tal and gaze across the lake towards the Annapurnas

• 2 Annapurna Circuit

  Hit the Apple Pie Trail on Nepal's most popular trek, or just enjoy short hikes from Jomsom

• 3 Tansen

  Tour ancient temples, visit traditional villages and hike to hilltops with Himalayan views

• 4 Lumbini

  Meditate on the nature of existence amidst a sea of monasteries at the birthplace of the Buddha

• 5 Bandipur

  Soak up the medieval atmosphere and the views in this living museum of Newari architecture

• 6 Royal Chitwan National Park

  Track tigers and rhinos on elephant-back at Nepal's most famous nature reserve

• 7 Langtang National Park

  Get to the mountains quickly on the nearest trek to Kathmandu

• 8 Kathmandu

  Immerse yourself in one of world's most fascinating and tourist-friendly cities

• 9 Rafting & Canyoning

  Raft down the Bhote Kosi river or abseil down a thundering waterfall for the ultimate white-water rush

• 10 Mountain Flights

  Hitch a ride into the heavens, so close you can almost touch the Himalaya

• 11 Everest Region

  Take it slowly up the classic trek to Everest Base Camp and the gorgeous Gokyo Valley

• 12 Patan

  Prepare for temple overload, with some of the finest Newari architecture in Nepal

• 13 Bhaktapur

  Stroll along traffic-free backstreets and witness the unchanging rituals of Newari life

• 14 Janakpur

  Join the other pilgrims to this ancient Hindu centre, scene of the famous Hindu epic the Ramayana

• 15 Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve

  Escape to this water world of thatched villages and rice paddies where bird species outnumber tourists 400:1

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