THE HIMALAYA
The Himalaya, route by route.
The 15 most popular kathmandu tours in the Himalaya. The ones worth your days on the trail, with prices, durations and who runs them.
14-day Everest Base Camp trek in a small group from Kathmandu to Kala Patthar, with guided safety, porters, flights, permits, and meals.
Most Popular“I went solo in October 2025 and it was one of the best decisions of my life. My group was 8 including myself and our awesome guide Kishor and I couldn’t have asked for better people to trek up to base camp with. Kishor knew so much hRead more”
Private Kathmandu UNESCO tour with hotel pickup and AC car. Choose 2, 4, or 7 sites with an English guide.
“Our guide Shankar had the most incredible knowledge of these historical sites, religion and cultural background. He fully explained each site and its significance before a walk around. We could have wandered each place for ages. So much to see and learn.”
Shared helicopter from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp area, with Lukla refuel, optional breakfast at Hotel Everest View, and big views.
“This was an exceptional tour. Buddhi was wonderful, great with communication, and provided exceptional service. I would recommend this tour to anyone interested in visiting Everest.”
Hands-on Nepali cooking in Thamel. Cook and eat classic dishes, including momos, in a small group with step-by-step guidance and great value.
“Fun shopping experience and cooking class. We had a choice of menus. The team had excellent English. The facilities were very clean.”
Guided Everest Base Camp trek from Kathmandu to Lukla with small-group support, included meals, teahouses, and Kala Patthar sunrise views.
“We had truly amazing weeks! This was especially thanks to our guide and the porters. They were always incredibly kind and helpful in assisting us with the trek. I highly recommend our guide, Biru, for his great company and excellent guidancRead more”
Chase Nagarkot sunrise, hike mostly downhill to Changu Narayan, and return to Kathmandu with hotel pickup and a guide.
“Please note that there is, in fact, a considerable amount of uphill walking included with this tour. The itinerary states the walk is downhill, but that isn't strictly correct. However, thank you for an enjoyable half day tour. My guide Ananta was extremely helpful and informative. I was picked up on time and enjoyed being…”
One day, seven UNESCO sites in Kathmandu with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a lunch box included. Optional entry fees.
“Our one-day tour of Kathmandu's UNESCO sites with Anon was the perfect cultural finale after our Everest Base Camp experience. With only a single day to explore in Kathmandu, Anon masterfully guided us through the city's history and living culture, offering deep insights at every UNESCO heritage site stop. His knowledge is factual given university…”
A 16-day Annapurna Circuit with Tilicho Lake, guided small-group trekking. Permits, meals, transport, and hot-spring recovery included.
“My experience with Discovery World Trekking was seem-less and life changing. They looked after us from the minute we stepped out of the airport to the beautiful views at Poon hill and our arrival in Pokhara. We were guided by our brilliant guide Suresh who was a very eneRead more”
13-day Everest Base Camp trek with Kathmandu and Lukla flights, lodge stays, all meals, and guides who handle the logistics.
“Great experience.”
Kathmandu cooking class with market shopping, hands-on momo and dal bhat, and a homemade Nepali meal with masala tea.
A small-group 14-day Everest Base Camp trek from Kathmandu with Lukla flights, lodge meals, licensed guides, and Kala Patthar sunrise.
“Alpine ramble was absolutely amazing, from the owner Dil who was quick in his responses and was well organised in regards to any questions I needed answered, Nir my guide was super friendly and attentive to my needs, he had an ansRead more”
Private Bhaktapur and Nagarkot day tour from Kathmandu with hotel pickup, Newari heritage stops, and Himalayan views when skies clear.
“Subash and our driver Shyam provided a great early sunset tour and historical tour of Bhaktapur. Highly recommend.”
Kathmandu Top 4 UNESCO day tour with lunch: Swayambhunath, Patan, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath. Pickup, guide, and smooth transport.
“The tour was just the right length — well-paced and engaging throughout. I definitely recommend the private tour. Anon was incredibly informative, tailoring the experience to our interests and taking the time to answer all our questions in detRead more”
Taste Kathmandu with Deepak: safe street eats, lassi and spices across Thamel and Asan on a 3-hour walking tour with lots of included food.
“This food tour with Deepak was one of the best we’ve ever done. Each stop was welcoming, delicious and as vegetarians we were well catered for. Come starving.. you will be very well fed! Deepak was lovely, warm and friendly and very helpful throughout. Highly recommend.”
Seven UNESCO sites in Kathmandu Valley covered in one 12-hour private-car day with an English guide and entry fees included for $180.
“We had a wonderful guide, Pankaz, he was very knowledgeable about the Hindu and Buddhist religions and about the history of the temples. He was very courteous and didn’t rush us through the tour but kept it at our pace. The driver, GopRead more”
From the Kathmandu Valley to Everest Base Camp, and every trail between.
