Kathmandu Pokhara Standard Trip

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu airport and transfer to hotel

After your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our airport representative will greet you and escort you to the hotel. In the afternoon, you can take rest or explore the streets of Thamel nearby your hotel. In the evening, we will organize a short pre-trip meeting and introduce you with your tour guide, who will brief you about the preparations to be done for the trip.

Overnight at Hotel

• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Altitude: 1300 m
• Place: Kathmandu

Day 2: Full day sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley

After breakfast at around 9am, our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and you will go for sightseeing of famous UNESCO world heritage sites around Kathmandu valley.

You will visit the following sites:

Pashupatinath (World heritage site):

The world famous Hindu temple, Pashupatinath is regarded as one of the holiest and oldest Hindu temple in the world. This temple is located 5km east from the city center at the bank of the holy Bagmati River. Pashupatinath area is widely decorated by various ornaments dedicated to Lord Shiva. As followed by the Hindu Culture, the cremation of the dead is done in Pashupatinath area by the side of the bank of the holy Bagmati River.

Swayambhunath Monkey temple (World heritage site):

Swayambhunath, also named as the monkey temple is surrounded by monkeys all over the area. Famous for people following both Hinduism and Buddhism, this temple not only provides the cultural and religious aspects but also offers various arts, architecture and the magnificent view of Kathmandu valley from the western side of its hillock. Swayambhunath Stupa is imprinted by the eye of Lord Buddha, which stands for peace and knowledge.

Boudhanath (World heritage site):

Boudhanath is the oldest and largest stupa in the valley, which was built during the Lichchhavi dynasty in the 5th century around 2500 years ago. Its old name is ‘Khasa’ but later it was changed to Boudhanath by the government. You will find many Buddhist pilgrims and monks from Tibet and various places going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.

Patan Durbar Square (World heritage site):

Patan Durbar Square is situated at the center of the Lalitpur district. The main attraction of Patan Durbar Square is the ancient royal palace, where the Malla Kings of Lalitpur resided. There are many temples and idols in this area. You can also explore the Newari lifestyle, food and culture in the square and visit museums that contain many ancient and antique items that have a lot of historical significance.

Overnight at hotel

• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast
• Altitude: 1300 m
• Place: Kathmandu

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu: 146 km, 6-7 hrs

After breakfast, you’ll drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu via tourist bus. On the way you’ll be rewarded with the magnificent views of Snowcapped peaks, various landscapes, green hills, traditional settlements and small towns. After arrival in Pokhara, you can enjoy night life of Pokhara city in the bank of the Fewa Lake, overnight stay at your hotel.

• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast
• Altitude: 900 m
• Place: Pokhara

Day 4: Full Day sightseeing of Pokhara

After the breakfast, you’ll go for the sightseeing. You’ll visit Davis Falls, Barahi Temple, International mountain museum, Tibetan refugee camp, Mahendra cave and Fewa Lake, at the same time you’ll gate chance for boating in lake. Overnight stay at your hotel in Pokhara

• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast
• Altitude: 900 m
• Place: Pokhara

Day 5: Sunrise view from Sarangkot and drive Back to Kathmandu

On this day, you need to wake up early in the morning to catch the mesmerizing sunrise view over the Himalayas. At the same time you will be rewarded with the stunning views of snowcapped mountains including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range as well as the outstanding view of the valley. Then you’ll back to your hotel to take a breakfast and we drive you to tourist Bus Park to catch your bus back to Kathmandu (you can fly back to Kathmandu on extra amount if you wish). You can again see the beautiful view of Mountains, Valleys, Rivers, Jungles and many other through your drive. After reaching Kathmandu we drop you to your hotel. You can enjoy the shopping. In the evening we organize Post trip dinner in Nepali restaurant. You can enjoy typical Nepali cuisine with cultural show.

Overnight stay at your hotel in Kathmandu

• Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel
• Meals: Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
• Altitude: 1300 m
• Place: Kathmandu

Day 6: Departure

Today is the last day of your trip. If you would like to stay more in Nepal, you have many options which can be shared with us upon request. Else, we will transfer you to the airport for your departure. We thank you for the opportunity of being your travel partner and wish to serve you in your next vacation. Have a nice journey.

• Meals: Breakfast