Nepal is a land of the Himalayas and it is also described as a paradise for the trekking and walking holidays. Trekking is one of the major attractions and things to do in Nepal. Nepal offers a variety of trekking trails. If you are planning for a trekking in Nepal, you don't have to limit your trekking dream just because of you are short on time. You don't have to have months of time to enjoy the beauty of Himalayas in Nepal. Even if yo have a limited time for trekking in Nepal it is still possible to enjoy the beautiful Himalayas and experience the trekking in Nepal.
Here we have a list of some of the best short treks in Nepal. Please note that each of these treks can be extended.
Highlights of Ghorepani Trek
Moderate and the most popular short trek of Nepal
Ghandruk village and the stunning views of Annapurna and Machapuchre
Ghandruk museum which showcases traditional Gurung equipments, tools and weapons
Suggested Ghorepani Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and trek to Ulleri - 5 hours
Day 2: Trek from Ulleri to Ghorepani - 6 hours
Day 3: Trek from Ghorepani to Poon Hill to Tadapani - 6 hours
Day 4: Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk - 3 hours
Day 5: Trek from Ghandruk to Nayapul - 4 hours
Highlights of Royal Trek
Wonderful view of the magnificent Fewa, Rupa and Begnas lake.
Magnificent views of Annapurna range and mount Fishtail.
The footsteps of price Charles.
Geological wonders
Suggested Royal Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Pokhara to Kalikasthan [1,370m/4,496ft]: 1 hr drive, 4-5 hrs trek
Day 02: Kalikasthan to Syaklung [1,730m/5,675ft]:5-6 hrs
Day 03: Syaklung to Chisapani [1550m/5,084ft]: 5-6 hrs
Day 04: Chisapani to Pokhara
Highlights of Jomsom Muktinath Trek
Scenic mountain flight from Pokhara to Jomsom.
Panoramic view of Mt. Annapurna1(8091), Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Mt. Nilgiri (7061m).
Fly over the deepest gorge in the world, the Kali Gandaki.
Visit Muktinath temple which is one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites in Nepal.
Experience the unique culture, lifestyles of Thakali, the indigenous group of northwestern part Nepal.
Suggested Jomsom Muktinath Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom nd hike to Kagbeni 2750m - 4 hrs
Day 02: Trek from Kagbeni to Muktinath 3802m - 5 hrs
Day 03: Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom 2,715m - 6 hrs
Day 04: Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara.
Highlights of Everest Panorama Trek
Experience exciting mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.
Follow the stone steps leading up through beautiful Sherpa villages.
Short trek with incredible view of world highest mountains.
Catch a glimpse of Mt. Everest, and the picturesque peak of Ama Dablam.
Visit beautiful village of Namche.
Visit Tengboche monastery.
Suggested Everest Panorama Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2610m).
Day 02: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3420m).
Day 03: Acclimatisation in Namche Bazaar.
Day 04: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m).
Day 05: Tengboche to Khumjung Village (3789m).
Day 06: Khumjung village to Phakding (2652m).
Day 07: Phakding to Lukla.
Day 08: Lukla to Kathmandu.
Highlights of Kathmandu Valley Trek
Easy trekking trail suitable for travelers from all age group.
Beautiful sunrise and sunset View.
Spectacular view of Himalaya from Nagarkot.
Beautiful countryside settlements of the local villagers.
Experience the 360-degree view of Kathmandu Valley.
Experience the local culture in the Kathmandu Valley.
Hike the oak and pine forests of the Shivapuri National Park.
Visit one of the oldest temple of the Kathmandu Valley.
Suggested Kathmandu Valley Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Sundarijal and hike to Chisapani.
Day 02: Hike Chisapani to Nagarkot.
Day 03: Hike Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple and travel back to Kathmandu.
Highlights of Khopra Danda Trek
Aamazing sunrise over Dhaulagiri and the Annapurnas.
Stunning and closer views of mountains.
Enjoy one of Nepal's best panoramic views.
Explore village lifestyle and their livelihood.
Hike to Khayer Lake, a sacred lake at the foot of Annapurna South.
Suggested Khopra Danda Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Trek from Nayapul to Tirkhedhunga - 1488m, 2 hours
Day 02: Trek from Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani - 2875m, 4-5 hours
Day 03: Trek from Ghorepani to Upper Chistibung - 3000m, 5-6 hours
Day 04: Trek from Upper Chistibung to Khopra Danda - 3640m, 3 hours
Day 05: Rest day in Khopra Danda, Day-trip to Khayer Lake (4660m) - 3640m, 7-8 hours
Day 06: Trek from Khopra Danda to Tatopani - 1250m, 4-5 hours
Day 07: Drive from Tatopani to Pokhara - 815m, 4 hours (private jeep)
Highlights of Pikey Peak Trek
See Everest from one of Nepal's best viewpoints.
Get a rare, expansive view of a large stretch of the Himalayan range.
Experience the lower Everest Region, which most travelers miss.
Complete a trek and experience Sherpa culture in just 7 days.
The view of Mt Everest, Makalu, Kanchenjunga and so many other mountains.
Scenic mountain flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu.
Suggested Pikey Peak Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Dhap, Trek to Japre - 9580 ft (2920 m), 4 hours
Day 02: Trek from Japre to Pikey Base Camp - 11,942 ft (3640 m), 6-7 hours
Day 03: Sunrise at Pikey Peak, Trek to Loding - 8,251 ft (2515 m), 8-9 hours
Day 04: Trek from Loding to Junbesi, Visit Thubtenchoeling Monastery, 4-5 hours
Day 05: Trek from Junbesi to Taksindu - 9711 ft (2960 m), 5-6 hours
Day 06: Trek from Taksindu to Phaplu, Visit Chiwong Monastery - 8067 ft (2459 m), 5-6 hours
Day 07: Flight from Phaplu to Kathmandu - 4593 ft (1400 m)
Highlights of Kalinchowk Temple Trek
Enjoy a lesser-visited newly discovered trekking trail.
visit temple of Kalinchowk Bhagwati, full of little tridents.
Experience the rural life of Nepal.
Panoramic view of the Mt. Gouri Shankar, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Manaslu, Jugal Himal, Shisha Pangma and more.
Suggested Kalinchowk Temple Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Charikot - 1,515 m/5,101 ft, 4 hrs.
Day 02: Trek Charikot to Campsite - 2,500 m/ 8,202 ft, 6 hrs.
Day 03: Trek to Kalinchowk Temple - 3,700 m then descend to Kuri Camp, 6 hrs.
Day 04: Descend to Charikot; overnight at Charikot Panorama Resort, 6 hrs.
Day 05: Drive back to Kathmandu.
Highlights of Panchase Hill Trek
Easy trek, suitable for families or those with moderate fitness.
Beautiful views of peaks such as Dhaulagiri, Lamjung, Machhapuchhre and Manaslu.
Experience one of the best views of the Annapurna Himal from Panchase Hill (2,500m).
New trekking route, with very few visitors.
Experience local rural life as it truly is.
Suggested Panchase Hill Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Boat across Lake Phewa, trek to Bumdi - 1,520 m, 3 hours.
Day 02: Trek to Panchase Bhanjyang - 2,065 m, 4 hours.
Day 03: Trek to Bhadaure - 1,670 m, 3 hours.
Day 04: Trek to Naudanda, Short drive to Pokhara - 1,515 m, 2 hours.
Highlights of Langtang Helambu Trek
Beautiful walk through rhododendron forests.
Experience the amazing landscape.
view of the Jugal Himal range.
Enjoy the friendly and hospitable local people.
Exploring the scenic and magnificent beauty of the rich Nature.
Suggested Langtang Helambu Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisopani (2300m).
Day 02: Trek from Chisopani to Kutumsang (2446m).
Day 03: Trek from Kutumsang to Thadepati (3650m).
Day 04: Trek from Thadepati to Tarkeghyang (2560m).
Day 05: Trek from Tarkeghyang to Sermathang (2,610m).
Day 06: Trek to Malemchi Puul Bazaar: Drive to Kathmandu: 3/4 hrs trek and 2 hrs drive.
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