The 8 Days Kathmandu, Bandipur, Pokhara, & Nagarkot tour cum trekking is a comprehensive itinerary that offers a taste of Nepal's diverse landscapes and cultures. The tour begins in the vibrant city of Kathmandu, where you can explore ancient temples, bustling markets, and rich history. The next stop is Bandipur, a charming hilltop village that offers stunning views of the Himalayas. From there, the tour moves to Pokhara, a picturesque city known for its lakes and breathtaking mountain vistas. The trek to Dhampus and the Australian Base Camp is a highlight of the trip, offering a chance to experience Nepal's legendary mountain scenery up close. Finally, the tour concludes with a visit to Nagarkot, a hill station renowned for its stunning sunrise and sunset views. Overall, this tour is a fantastic way to experience the best of Nepal in just eight days.
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-Bandipur [Altitude 1030m/3380ft]
After breakfast, drive to Bandipur [143km-4 hr]
Half day self visit around Bandipur
One of Nepal's most charming towns, Bandipur is a living museum of Newari culture, a beautifully preserved village crowning a lofty ridge, its main street lined with traditional row houses.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 03. Bandipur-Pokhara[altitude 830m/2723ft]
After breakfast, drive around [70 km-2 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]
Half day city tour of Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, Gupteswori Mahadev cave, Tal Barahi temple & Seti gorge
Free time for adventure activities or self visit around Lake Side [Around Phewa Lake]
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. After spending some time Davis fall; we head towards the Bindabasini temple and the Seti river gorge. Tal Barahi Temple, also recognized as Lake Temple or Barahi Temple is a two-story pagoda temple located in Pokhara. It is a hindu temple of the Goddess Durga, the guard of gods.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 04. Pokhara-Australian camp [Altitude 2100m/6890ft]
Early morning drive to Sarangkot [1700m/5577ft] for sunrise and close-up view of Annapurna & Fishtail Mountain range.
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.
After have packed breakfast in Sarangkot; Trek from Sarangkot to Australian Camp, It is about 5-6 hours walking. In the evening, you will see the nice sunset from Australian Camp
Accommodation:
Local lodge [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 05. Australian camp-Dhampus-Phedi-Pokhara
We get up in the morning to see sunrise and beautiful Himalayas view.
After that, we have breakfast at the Lodge; hike down from Australian Camp to Phedi via Dhampus village. The trail is all the way down from Australian Camp to Phedi and drives back to Pokhara.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 06. Pokhara-Nagarkot[2175m/4136ft]
After breakfast, drive to Nagarkot via Kathmandu [250 km-6-7hrs]
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 07. Nagarkot –Kathmandu
Wake up early to see the sunrise on the Himalayan ranges including Mount Everest.
After breakfast, Arrival and full day sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur durbar square, Boudhanath stupa & Pashupatinath temple
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. 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.
Accommodation:
Hotel [1 Night]
Optional Activities:
Nepali dinner with a live cultural show at the Nepali restaurant [complimentary]
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 08. Depart from Kathmandu
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