The 5-day Kathmandu & Pokhara tour, starting with a drive to Pokhara and returning back by flight, is an excellent way to explore two of Nepal's most stunning destinations. The tour begins with a scenic road trip from Kathmandu to Pokhara, stopping at various attractions along the way, such as the Manakamana Temple and the Trisuli River as well as offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas and passing through charming towns and villages. In Pokhara, you will have time to explore the city's natural beauty, including the Phewa Lake, Gupteshowre Mahadev Cave, and the World Peace Pagoda. After two days of exploration, you will take a short flight back to Kathmandu, giving you a chance to appreciate the stunning mountain views from a different perspective. This tour provides the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, offering a unique and unforgettable experience of Nepal's natural wonders and cultural heritage. Overall, the 5-day Kathmandu & Pokhara tour is an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the beauty and diversity of Nepal in a short amount of time.
From Kathmandu, you can experience Himalaya [Mount Everest and so many other ranges] view from early morning 1 hrs flight. Most of the visitor likes to join this tour to see highest peak of the world.
Day 01. Arrival at the Kathmandu[altitude 1400 m/4595ft]
Arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), Kathmandu
Welcome by Tour officer of ROSETTA
Transfer to the hotel
Briefing about program
We’ll discuss the trip details and co-ordinate any last minute arrangements. The evening is free to explore the streets of Kathmandu, whose mixture of ancient architecture and modern development, and rich artistic and cultural heritage, means it remains the famous destination it has been for decades. Busy markets and bazaars are the centre of Nepali life and the narrow streets are home to holy men, monks, bicycles, incense, goats and sacred cows.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
There are no Meals included on this day
Day 02. Kathmandu-Pokhara[altitude 830m/2723ft]
After breakfast, drive around [210 km-5-6 hrs] to Pokhara, passing through valleys, rivers, terrace fields and some spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges. Today evening free time to explore around Lake side [around Phewa Lake]
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 03. Pokhara
Early morning drive to Sarangkot [1700m/5577ft] for sunrise and close-up view of Annapurna & Fishtail Mountain range
After breakfast, Half day city tour of Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, Gupteswori Mahadev cave, Tibetan refugee camp & Seti gorge
Free time for adventure activities or self visit around Lake Side [Around Phewa Lake]
You will get a early morning wakeup call from the reception as we need to drive 12 km from the city of Pokhara to see the sunrise and the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri range. Your city guide will come to receive you after breakfast and drive towards the Davis fall, named after a Swiss coupled washed away by the waterfall in 1961. Then cross the road and go to the Gupteshwor cave with a self created statue of Lord shiva and the view of Davis fall coming down from the other side. A 5 minutes walk from the Gupteshwor cave is the Tibetan refugee camp where you can see Tibetan refugees doing different kinds of work for livelihood such as making carpets, making jewelries with semi precious stones and selling things to tourist. After spending some time to understand Tibet and its political conditions in the area we head towards the Bindabasani temple and the Seti river gorge.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 04. Pokhara-Kathmandu
After breakfast, take a morning flight to Kathmandu [35 min]
Arrival and full day sightseeing tour of Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath temple & Bhaktapur durbar square
Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world, and one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Kathmandu. The area of Boudhnath is also famous for over 50 Tibetan Gompas or monasteries. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus all over the world. Bhaktapur, Durbar Square, a well preserved fine UNESCO world heritage site where you will witness the 55-window palace, the Golden Gate, Nyatapole temple, stone temple and many more.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Optional Activities:
Nepali dinner with a live cultural show at the Nepali restaurant [complimentary]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 05. Depart from Kathmandu
Today is your last day in the highest country on earth
Free time until departure
Transfer to the international airport for final departure (Or stay longer for short tours - ask us)
We hope you had a magical experience in the Himalayas and we hope to see you again soon.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Optional Tours [ You can do bellow tour if you are agree with bellow price and time permitted during the standard tour operation]
Kathmandu-Everest Scenic flight to see Highest peak of the world: USD 220 per person
Trishuli River rafting [En route to Pokhara]: USD 50 per person
Manakaman Temple visit by Cable car ride: USD 40 per person
30 Min. Paragliding: USD 90 Per person
Zip Flyer: USD 78 per person and Bungee Jumping: USD 68 per person
International Mountain Museum Tour: USD 50 per person
World Peace stupa hiking [2-3 hrs] USD 60 per person