Nepal in October

September to November is the cool and dry autumn, and one of the best times to visit Nepal as the climate stabilizes and the monsoon rains have left the landscape vibrant green and the views spectacular. The stunning verdant landscapes following the rains are ideal for photographers looking for that perfect shot. Visibility is excellent, and so an ideal time to take on the highest mountain peaks on Earth. Autumn temperatures range between 15 and 24 °C(59-75 °F) in Kathmandu. Nepal's wildlife is worth exploring during the drier months. Chitwan and Bardia are two of the better protected national parks, and offer a fine chance to see rhinos, monkeys, rare birds and elephants. Nepal also celebrates the biggest Hindu festivals at this time, such as Dashain and Tihar, when the bright colors and the burning of incense form an assault on the sense.

Suggested Itineraries

Classic Nepal

Spend 11 action-packed days exploring the best Nepal has to offer. Explore stunning Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake, visit ancient UNESCO-listed palaces and temples, trek through Bardia National Park, and stay at some of Nepal’s best hotels, including the luxurious Dwarika and Shanti Mani Mustang.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $13,000
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7-Day Classic Bike Trip through the Nepalese Himalayas

Bike through the Himalayas on a classic Royal Enfield, with this week-long trip covering a loop from Kathmandu to some of the region’s most spectacular spots. Catch the sunset at Sarangkot, take to the sky in Pokhara, all before you roll back into the capital seven days later.

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Price Per Person
From $7,600
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Back to Nature: Exploring the Birds and Wildlife of Nepal

This seven-day adventure promises to lead you through the most magnificent wildlife watching opportunities Nepal has to offer. Spend time journeying through the area’s most incredible wildlife reserves, learning and observing a plethora of bird species and potentially spotting other rare animals along the way.

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Price Per Person
From $5,300
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Exploring Tibet's Untouched Holy Land

This eleven-day guided tour takes you on a journey of enlightenment through one of the world’s most mysterious places: Tibet. Starting from the capital, Lhasa, you’ll pass over breathtaking mountain roads, explore spiritual monasteries and witness quaint, untouched village life that has barely changed over hundreds of years.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $10,000
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Golfing the Himalayas: Kathmandu and Pokhara

Trekking the Himalayas is not the only way to get active in Nepal while experiencing the famous scenery; golf, too, has become a hugely popular activity nationwide. This five-day tour takes you to some of the best courses, from the capital of Kathmandu to the towering snow-capped peaks of Pokhara - and back again.

Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Price Per Person
From $4,000
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Kathmandu Culture Trail to the Heights of Jomsom

This nine-day tour of Nepal finds a perfect balance between sightseeing, trekking, and mountain road trips. Get to know the capital of Kathmandu, then move onto the country’s second largest city of Pokhara. Fly to Jomsom, with trekking and road expeditions heading out to some of the Himalaya's most spectacular spots. 

Duration
9 days / 8 nights
Price Per Person
From $5,200
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Mountains, Rivers and Jungles of Nepal

Take an exciting 6-day tour of Nepal’s stunning great outdoors. You’ll stay in some of the country’s most luxury hotels, visit ancient temples and palaces in Kathmandu, trek through the lush forest of Chitwan National Park, and enjoy a sunset boat cruise on Phewa Lake. 

Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Price Per Person
From $4,900
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Mustang: Luxury Found in a Lost Kingdom

This 11-day itinerary explores Kathmandu’s ancient temples, Pokhara’s serene beauty, and the remote Mustang region’s dramatic cliffs and monasteries. Experience Nepal’s heritage and landscapes while enjoying luxurious accommodations throughout.

Duration
11 days / 10 nights
Price Per Person
From $15,000
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National Treasures of Nepal

Gain fascinating insight into Nepal’s past on this exciting 8-day luxury journey. You’ll step back in time as you walk through the passageways of Nepal’s ancient and UNESCO-listed sites, trek through the lush Chitwan National Park, and stay in some of the country’s best hotels, like the Dwarika’s. 

Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Price Per Person
From $4,400
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Recommended Festivals For Nepal in October

Tihar

Tihar

October-November

This festival, also known as Deepwali, takes place over five days in Nepal’s Terai region. All of the country’s ethnic groups celebrate this festival, worshipping the gods, as well as animals like the crow, cow, and dog, celebrating with lights being lit inside and outside of homes, and auspicious local snacks.

Location Terai Region, Nepal

Dashain

Dashain

September-October

This 15-day-long Fall festival is Nepal’s longest and most auspicious, worshipping the goddess mother in all of her manifestations. Taking place throughout Nepal, there’s a strong emphasis on family and community gatherings during the event, and on honorable principles of truth, justice and virtue.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

Durga Puja

Durga Puja

September-October

This annual six-day Hindu festival celebrates the Hindu goddess Durga, marking the victory of the goddess over an evil buffalo demon, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. The important religious event includes worship of nature, as well as the display of idols and imagery to commemorate the goddess.

Location Countrywide, Nepal

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