7 Days
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All meals except in Kathmandu
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Trip Overview
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour ( Kathmandu / Pokhara) will give you a superb blend of culture and historical sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley and relaxing exploration around Pokhara.
Situated 200km west of Kathmandu, Pokhara Valley is 827m above sea level. This is one of the picturesque spots of Nepal, thanks to Its charming lakes, laid-back atmosphere, and magnificent mountain views of the Annapurna range. Pokhara Tour is perfect for fishing, boating, swimming, and even paragliding if the weather is good. There is also a great air connection between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour
Pokhara Tour
The short Pokhara tour commences as you land at Kathmandu International Airport. Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour: On the first day, we move from Kathmandu to Pokhara, sightseeing and exploring places around the Lakeside in the evening. The charm of the Lakeside and its melodious music is second to none. The next day, we explore its major tourist destinations. We take our time to visit this city’s renowned places, including falls, mountains, museums, and lakes, before returning to Kathmandu from the Pokhara Tour and departing for our next destination.
Nepal Sightseeing City Tour
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour ( Kathmandu / Pokhara), fully appreciate and enjoy the lush greens, Tibetan-style villages, and panoramic view of Annapurna peaks. Many also prefer to add a visit to Chitwan Safari to their Kathmandu-Pokhara Tour Package, or take a 30-40-minute mountain flight back to Kathmandu to enjoy a great view of the Himalayan mountains.
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour is the most famous short-holiday tour in Nepal. We offer groups and private tours. A customized itinerary with a customized travel and accommodation plan is also available upon request.
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Pick up from the airport
Our team will assist you when you land at the airport. Soon enough, we will be driving toward Thamel in a private car. In the evening, you will be introduced to the rest of the crew, and the guide with brief you about the journey. Together, we enjoy a delicious Nepalese dinner in a beautiful restaurant. It’s the 1st day of the Pokhara tour package.
Dinner
Hotel
1,400 m / 4,593 ft
Day 02: Visit Kathmandu City
Today, we visit many UNESCO world heritage sites around Kathmandu. Our destinations are Swayambhunath and Bouddhanath stupa, the very holy sites for followers of the Buddhist religion. Next, here is Pashupatinath, the temple of Lord Shiva. We also visited Kathmandu Durbar Square, which used to be the home to the kings of Nepal. Here, you can see the Living goddesses’ homes. Then, we get to head towards Patan for sightseeing. Patan, a typical Newari city in Kathmandu, is a great place to visit with great food and drinks.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel
1,372 m / 4,501 ft
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara
Today, we woke up early for a drive to Pokhara Nepal Tour after breakfast. Per your budget, we shall drive in a private vehicle or a tourist bus. The seven hours of the journey along the Trishuli Riverbank and lush green hills will be equally exciting.
Note: You can also opt for a 25-mins flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. This saves you a lot of time to visit more heritages around the city.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel
1,740 m / 5,709 ft
Day 04: Sightseeing Pokhara
In the early morning, we drive to Sarangkot for the sunrise view above the Lake. Then, we return to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy boating in Phewa Lake. After a visit to Tal Barahi, we have other destinations such as Bindabasini Temple, Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave, and Seti River George. Before driving to the World Peace Pagoda, we will also visit a museum and waterfall. You can see the entire Pokhara tour glittering from the top of the hill. Then, we get back to Lakeside. For the next day, we might also plan other nearby treks, such as Jomsom Muktinath Trek or Ghorepani Poonhill Trek.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel
1,600 m / 5,249 ft
Day 05: Early Morning Return Kathmandu
After a beautiful day in the Pokhara travel package, we trace back to Kathmandu along the same Prithivi Highway. In the evening, you will have some time for souvenir shopping. Later, we all gather for a farewell dinner and share our memories of the trek. However, the best idea is to take a 25-mins flight from Pokhara airport and then ride towards Bhaktapur. Bhaktapur Dubar Square in the small city of Bhaktapur is itself very fun.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel
1,740 m / 5,709 ft
Day 06: Visit Pashupatinath and Boudhanath
Our next destination is the holy temple of Pashupatinath. This is about 30-mins of drive from Durbar Square and remains the most important heritage of Kathmandu. This temple of Lord Shiva is the major pilgrim destination from India to Kathmandu.
After Pashupatinath, we will drive for about 20 minutes to Bouddhanath temple. This is the biggest stupa in Nepal and holds great importance to followers of the Buddhist religion. Before exploring the pristine beauty of this white stupa, we stop for lunch in a nearby café.
Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel
1,341 m / 4,400 ft
Day 07: Departure
This is your last morning in Nepal. After breakfast, inform your guide about the flight schedule so we can arrange your car for the drive. If your flight is in the evening, you can visit the nearby areas yourself.
Breakfast
1,400 m / 4,593 ft
What To Expect?
What's Included
- Hotel accommodation at respective hotels on a BB basis
- All transfers using private cars.
- All sightseeing tours are accompanied by local guides. (Please note this tour will be operated in the English language unless another language is specified – We have French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, Chinese speaking guides available)
- Necessary entrance fees to the monuments.
What's Excluded
- Airfare to/from Nepal.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Beverage and expenses of a personal nature.
- Personal Insurance.
- Any Optional Sightseeing Tours and extension of tours, hotel accommodation, etc.
- Tips to guide porters, drivers, etc.
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Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour Additional Information
Which is better Place , Kathmandu or Pokhara?
Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour offer For tourists, we suggest that Pokhara is way more fun than Kathmandu. The peaceful nature and charm of Pokhara are beautiful.
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, the administration centre. So, it’s crowded and noisy in comparison to Pokhara, which is a way quieter city.
Views: Kathmandu valley has 7 World Heritages Sites within a small area. You can visit all these in Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur quickly. And Pokhara is where you are supposed to relax and have fun.
Why is Pokhara Beautiful?
Pokhara is a naturally blessed city in the west, often known as the “City of lakes”. The panorama of mountains, the beauty of pristine lakes, and the colourful life around the lakeside make it the best tour in Nepal. One also can witness the range of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machapuchhre in the beautiful lake of Phewa. There are many freaky caves, stunning waterfalls, cultural heritages, and museums we can explore daily.
Moreover, Pokhara is a hub for adventure freaks with games like Paragliding, Bungee, mountain biking, hot air balloon, rafting, and more. Also, it’s the starting point of many great trekking trails worldwide, such as Annapurna base camp, Annapurna Circuit, Dhaulagiri trek, Mardi Himal trek, Mustang Trek, Poonhill- Ghandruk trek.
Kathmandu Pokhara city tour is possible any time of the year. Even the Winter in Pokhara is warm and pleasing, with the mountains full of thick snow. Sometimes, the high hills around the valley also receive snow. Then there’s Autumn (September to October) when the sky is clear, and the lakes look bluish and stunning. The spring is also fun, with beautiful wildflowers and green surroundings. But Pokhara sometimes receives rainfall in the evening of spring. So, it’s also suitable for the Annapurna Base Camp trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek.
Lastly, there’s the monsoon. The evening rain in the monsoon is quite heavy, but the mornings are straightforward and pleasing. Even the rainfall is soothing. And since we will be staying in a luxurious hotel and driving in a private car, the weather has little impact on your Pokhara tour. Nepalese New year and International New Year are the busiest time due to the celebration of the street festival in Pokhara.
You can visit Pokhara according to your timetable- the weather in Pokhara is pleasing throughout the year. Just let MyEverestTrip know when you want to book the sightseeing in Pokhara.
Culture and people of Pokhara
Originally, Pokhara was home to the Gurung and Magar people, who followed the Buddhist tradition. It has gained rich cultural diversity with the people of Brahmins, Kshetras, Newars, Thakalis, Rai, and more. Along with Hindus and Buddhists, you can also witness a small Muslim community here. The Tal Barahi and Bindabanisi temples hold great importance to Hindus worldwide. Many pilgrims travel from India to Pokhara to explore these religious spots. Also, many monasteries and caves are essential to the Buddhist people.
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Kathmandu Pokhara City Tour FAQs
How far is Pokhara from Kathmandu?
Pokhara is about 200 km from Kathmandu, with 7 hours of the ride via road and a 25-minute flight.
Is there snowfall in Pokhara?
No, the city of Pokhara doesn’t get snowfall in winter. Since most snowfalls in Nepal happen above 2000 meters and Pokhara is only 200 meters above sea level, Pokhara city has no snowfall. Other villages around Pokhara, such as Ghorepani Poonhill, Lwang Ghalel, Siklesh, etc., get winter rainfall annually.
Is Pokhara Hot or cold?
The weather in Pokhara is mild throughout the year. The average temperature of Pokhara is 20 degrees in the daytime and 15 degrees at night. Summer temperatures in June and July can increase to 35 degrees, but the rainfall makes it quite relaxing.
Can you see Everest from Pokhara?
No, you can see Everest from Pokhara. Pokhara lies in the west of Kathmandu, about 200 km. And Everest lies in the Solukumbu district in the East, about 300 km. So, Pokhara and Everest are about 400 km away, and there are no places to see Everest from Pokhara. You might be able to see Everest from Kathmandu from Nagarkot. Maybe you can take Everest Short Trek to view Everest.
Which mountain is seen from Pokhara?
Machapuchare and Annapurna II mountain peaks are seen from Pokhara, Nepal. The Annapurna region of the Himalayas mountain range is a series of ridges, including Annapurna II and Machapuchare, which is famous for their fish-tail shape.
Is Pokhara worth visiting?
The natural beauty of Pokhara has been the biggest blessing of this Himalayan country. Even if you visit Pokhara for a month, it keeps surprising you. Many sightseeing destinations, adventure sports, and great food keep you engaged. There are unlimited hotels and restaurants to have fun. So, yes, Pokhara is worth visiting.
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