This itinerary offers a comprehensive experience of Kathmandu and Pokhara, blending cultural exploration with natural beauty, and ensuring a memorable journey through Nepal’s rich heritage and landscapes.
Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, begin your exploration with a visit to Kathmandu Durbar Square.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the religious and social heart of Kathmandu’s old city, featuring palaces, temples, shrines, statues, and courtyards dating back to the 12th to 18th centuries. The square’s architectural marvels blend seamlessly with the bustling present-day Kathmandu, including intricately carved features and unique roof structures. Enjoy the evening at your hotel.
After breakfast, depart for Pokhara, a city renowned for its natural beauty and adventure opportunities. Situated 200 km west of Kathmandu Valley at an altitude of 827m, Pokhara boasts stunning lakes and panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Upon arrival, check in at your hotel, and later in the evening; enjoy a serene boat ride on Phewa Lake with Taal barahi Temple Darshan, surrounded by the tranquil ambiance of the Himalayan peaks.
David’s Fall: A mesmerizing waterfall southwest of Pokhara.
Gupteswar Gupha: A sacred cave with large halls and passages near Pokhara
airport.
Barahi Temple: A two-storied pagoda situated on an island in Phewa Lake.
Bindbyabasini Temple: A significant religious site in Pokhara’s old bazaar, dedicated to
the goddess Bhagwati.
Begin your day early with a drive to Sarangkot, a scenic hill station offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhare, and Annapurna II. This is an ideal spot to witness a stunning sunrise over the majestic peaks.
Afterward, return to Kathmandu and in the evening, visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, a significant Hindu temple complex on the banks of the Bagmati River.
Conclude your tour with a visit to Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple,
which offers panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. This ancient religious site, adorned with
colorful prayer flags and a golden spire, is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Nepal. Afterward,
you will be transferred to Kathmandu Airport for your departure.
