First solo trip to Nepal (7 days) – Budget, itinerary, and travel tips?
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Hi everyone,
I'm a 19-year-old male planning my first solo trip to Nepal from Delhi, probably around September or October, and I'd love some advice from people who have already been there.
My main destination is Pokhara, but I also want to visit a few other beautiful places if they're worth it. I'm looking for peaceful places with great mountain views, nature, short hikes, local culture, and good food. I'm not interested in partying.
A few questions:
- What would be a realistic budget for 7 days (excluding flights, or including them if you're coming from Delhi)?
- Is Pokhara worth spending 3–4 days in?
- Which other places should I visit? (Kathmandu, Bandipur, Chitwan, Ghandruk, Nagarkot, or anywhere else?)
- What's the cheapest way to travel between places?
- Are buses comfortable, or should I take domestic flights?
- Any hidden gems or less-crowded places you'd recommend?
- Is Nepal safe for a 19-year-old solo male traveler?
- Any scams, safety tips, or things first-time visitors should know?
- Is September/October a good time to visit?
- How much should I budget for food, accommodation, transport, and activities?
I'm a budget traveler, so I'm happy staying in hostels, guesthouses, or homestays if they're clean and safe.
I'd really appreciate itinerary suggestions or any tips from your own experience. Thanks!