Kathmandu and Pokhara Unveiled – 5 Days

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Experience the delights of Nepal’s two most frequented destinations – Kathmandu and Pokhara. Discover the cultural highlights of Kathmandu, a city that is a wonderful mix of the old and the new. Visit ancient monuments, palaces of Malla Kings and sacred Hindu and Buddhist shrines. Take a whirlwind tour to scenic Pokhara, the ‘City of Lakes’. Savor the Himalayan experience from Sarangkot Hill. Enjoy boating in peaceful Phewa Lake

Experience the delights of Nepal’s two most frequented destinations – Kathmandu and Pokhara. Discover the cultural highlights of Kathmandu, a city that is a wonderful mix of the old and the new. Visit ancient monuments, palaces of Malla Kings and sacred Hindu and Buddhist shrines. Take a whirlwind tour to scenic Pokhara, the ‘City of Lakes’. Savor the Himalayan experience from Sarangkot Hill. Enjoy boating in peaceful Phewa Lake

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Trip Highlights

  • Guided city tours in Kathmanduand Pokhara.
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
  • Boating in Phewa Lake.
  • Panoramic views of Himalayan peaks from Sarangkot and Pokhara.
  • Himalayansunrise from Sarangkot.

Trip Information

Experience the delights of Nepal’s two most frequented destinations – Kathmandu and Pokhara. Discover the cultural highlights of Kathmandu, a city that is a wonderful mix of the old and the new. Visit ancient monuments, palaces of Malla Kings and sacred Hindu and Buddhist shrines. Take a whirlwind tour to scenic Pokhara, the ‘City of Lakes’. Savor the Himalayan experience from Sarangkot Hill. Enjoy boating in peaceful Phewa Lake, under the watchful gaze of the magnificent Machapuchhre(Fishtail Peak). Explore the natural wonders of the city – Davis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Seti Gorge etc. Find out more about the small Tibetan population by visiting the Tibetan quarters at the Tibetan Refugee Camp.

Outline Itinerary

1 Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu. Pre-trip meeting at Office. Half-day Guided sightseeing.

Our airport representative will welcome you at the airport and transfer to your hotel on a private tourist vehicle. We will have a well managed Guided Tour around Kathmandu on the same day, an experience city guide and the vehicle will be provided. You will be visiting the following places:

Kathmandu Durbar Square 
This complex of palaces, courtyards and temples, built between the 12th and 18th centuries, used to be the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. An intriguing piece here is the 17th- century stone inscription set into the wall of the palace with writings in 15 languages. The Durbar Square is the social, religious and urban focal point of the city. There are also three museums inside the palace building.

Swoyambhunath Stupa – The Monkey Temple 
This spectacular monument watches over the valley from the top of a hillock on its western side. The huge stupa is one of the holiest Buddhists sites in Nepal and its establishment is linked to the creation of the Kathmandu Valley out of a primordial lake. Swoyambhu is also known as Samhengu and the Monkey temple because of the countless monkeys living at the premises.

Overnight at a Hotel. No Meals Included.

2 Day 02 - Drive Kathmandu - Pokhara drive by Tourist Vehicle(200km/7hrs.)

Transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara 200 Kms/ 6 – 7 hours drive on a private vehicle.

After we have breakfast we head to Pokhara on a tourist bus, van or a car, depending on the size of the group. It is a scenic drive where you get to witness rural settlements and inspiring Himalayan scenery. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.

Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast Included.

3 Day 03 - Sightseeing in Pokhara

Wake up early to catch the sunrise from Sarangkot Hill.
Sarangkot
A drive of 45 minutes with 25 minutes hike brings us to the view point of Sarangkot. It is the best spot in Pokhara to view the Himalayas. Get mesmerized with the magical sight of the golden sun rising over white spires of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri and Machhapucchre (Fishtail Peak), including views of the beautiful the Pokhara Valley and Phewa lake. It takes about 15-minute walk down and 45 minutes drive to the hotel in Pokhara. Return to hotel for breakfast.
Later in the day we visit these sites,

 

Bindhabasini Temple
It lies in the center of the old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park grounds offer a fine picnic and relaxing area.

Davis Fall
Located in the southern flank of the Pokhara valley, Davis Fall is locally known as ‘Patale Chhango’. Here  the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes. This site is hugely popular with tourists and locals alike.

Gupteshwor Cave
The revered Gupteshwor Cave is situated 2 kms from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Davis fall and the cave is almost 3 kms long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all four. This cave holds special value to Hindus since a phallic symbol of Lord Shiva is preserved here in the condition it was discovered.

Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple
Enjoy boating on the beautiful Phewa Lake. Situated at an altitude of 800m above sea level, it is the second largest lake in Nepal. With the Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake, it is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. Built almost in the middle of Phewa Lake, this two-storeyed pagoda is dedicated to the female force Shakti. The reflection of Mt. Machhapuchhare and Annapurna can be seen in its serene water. Thick forest lies on the adjoining southern slopes of the lake.

Seti River Gorge
Carved by Seti-Gandaki, it is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. K.I. Singh bridge at Bagar, Mahendrapool and Prithivi highway Bridge near bus park, provide a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water.

Tibetan Refugee Camp
The Tibetan village Tashiling in the south and the Tashi Palkhel village in the north of Pokhara are renowned for the production and trade of woolen carpets and other handicrafts. The original Tibetan settlers in this region migrated to Nepal in the ‘50s.

Overnight at a Hotel. Breakfast Included.

4 Day 04 - Drive Pokhara – Kathmandu (6-7hrs.) by Tourist vehicle

 

After an early breakfast we leave Pokhara and return to Kathmandu (6-7 hours drive). Upon arrival, we check in at the designated hotel.

After returning to Kathmandu, you can spend the rest of the day at leisure. Explore Kathmandu on your own. Stroll along the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping. Evening, enjoy  a farewell dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances. You have the option to extend your trip. Go rafting, Kathmandu valley shopping tour or mountain biking, .

Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast and Farewell Dinner Included.

5 Day 5 - Transfer to the international airport for your final departure

 

The trip concludes. Our airport representative will drop you at the international airport in Kathmandu for your flight departure from Nepal.

Breakfast Included.

Trip Facts

 

 

 


 

Price Includes

  • Pick up from and drop off service at the hotel and the airport on a private vehicle.
  • Twin sharing accommodation in a three star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara; Breakfast included.
  • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu in a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural dance performance in the evening before departure.
  • All Ground Transportation by Private Tourist Vehicle.
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu and Pokhara on a private vehicle.
  • Ace the Himalaya’s licensed English-speaking guide.
  • The required number of ground staff during the tour.
  • Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for our field staff.
  • Entry permits and fees for all temples, parks, monasteries, and cultural and historical sites.
  • Free Ace the Himalaya duffel/kit bag and sunhat (yours to keep).
  • All government taxes, VAT, Tourist Service charges and official expenses.

Price Does not Include

  • International airfare and airport departure tax. (See the international flights page)
  • Your travel insurance. (See the travel insurance page)
  • Nepal entry visa – you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying US $ 25 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying US $40 and $ 100 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos).
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara – about USD 15 to USD 20 per person per day.
  • All Items of Personal nature like drink, Laundry etc
  • Tips for tour staff and driver. (Tipping is expected)
  • Others expenses not mentioned in the Price Includes section.

USD 250 extra per person is required, if you wish to upgrade the accommodation to a five-star hotel for the entire Trip.

GO ON 5 DAY TRIP FOR

USD 620 per person 

 

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