Kathmandu Pokhara Tour
Trip Overview
Trip at-a- Glance
- Country: Nepal
- Trip grade: Easy
- Destination: Nepal
- Activities: Tour in Nepal
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
- Group size: 2-14
- Best Season: Round the year
Step On Himalaya offers you a short tour to Kathmandu and Pokhara valleys which are primarily famous as the center for tourists. Kathmandu – Pokhara Tour is guided by the representative of Step On Himalaya and will accompany you in every step and assist you if there is any hindrance. These cities are situated in the lap of Himalayan ranges. The blend of nature and the culture here is an amazing combo giving pleasure to the travelers.
Kathmandu, the capital city, is blessed with the arts and architectures. The kings during the medieval period had built the temples and the monuments of different unique styles. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites are the assets of Nepal. The extraordinary wooden crafts, beautifully engraved statues and woods, the uniquely built temples and monasteries and the palaces are the major highlights of Kathmandu. The famous marketplaces like Ason, Thamel, New-road, etc. are full of crowds doing shopping and roaming around. Swayambhunath and, Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath temple, etc. are the religious places here. Kathmandu is always full of travelers. You can enjoy strolling around on foot in the evening time if you like. You can try the local fast foods served at the stalls but hygiene should be taken care of.
Pokhara is another central hub for tourists. This is the gateway for the trekking to the Annapurna region. Many trekkers will enjoy the wonderful city of lakes not only for boating but also for short hiking. The cultures and traditions in this Pokhara valley are unique and untouched from the modernization. The lifestyle of the local people living in the mountains is still traditional with the simplicity. The lakes, rivers, gorges, and waterfalls of the valley are magnetic. Paragliding, rafting, canoeing, etc. are some fun and adventurous activities that can be done in Pokhara. Sunrise and Sunset views from Poon Hill, Sarangkot, etc. are mesmerizing. Walk or cycling by the lakeside gives relaxing feeling. The peaceful and sublime ambiance of Pokhara valley in itself is rewarding.
Hence, Step On Himalaya offers you this short tour Kathmandu – Pokhara package for 6 nights and 7 days tour including the sightseeing and adventurous activities. Since, you will not be walking strenuously so it is one of the best packages for the family, children or elderly. This tour will be an unforgettable moment and these organized short tours will give you the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of these places with comfort and safety.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 01 : Arrival at Tribhuwan International airport
Day 2: Day 02 : Sightseeing Guided Tour of Kathmandu
Day 3: Day 03 : An early morning drive to Pokhara
Day 4: Day 04 : Sightseeing Guided Tour of Pokhara
Day 5: Day 05 : An Early morning drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 6: Day 06 : Sightseeing Guided tour to Bhaktapur and Patan
Day 7: Day 07 : Final Departure
Detail Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival at Tribhuwan International airport
The very first day in Nepal. You will be welcomed by the representative of Step On Himalaya at the arrival gate and then taken to the hotel. After being fresh, you will be greeted with the welcome dinner and then a briefing about the program will be done. Overnight stay at the hotel
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: n/a
Day 02 : Sightseeing Guided Tour of Kathmandu
Today you will go for the Sightseeing tour for a whole day guided by the trained, experienced, English speaking Guide. After having breakfast, you will be taken in a private vehicle to the different places of the Kathmandu valley which are enlisted under the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The main places are Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa, etc. Kathmandu is the capital city where you can find the natural as well as cultural diversities. The amazing fine arts and bold architectures are superb and extraordinary. You will surely have fun at every moment in Kathmandu. After the tour, the guide will take back you to the hotel. Rest for the day. Overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 03 : An early morning drive to Pokhara
A wake-up call followed by early morning breakfast. You will then be transferred to the tourist bus to Pokhara. It will take about 6 – 7 hours to arrive at Pokhara from Kathmandu. You will see the amazing scenes of the Himalayas, the greeneries, the rivers, the waterfalls, etc on the way to Pokhara. Upon arrival at Pokhara, you will be then taken to the hotel for checking in. Overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 04 : Sightseeing Guided Tour of Pokhara
Pokhara is a wonderful tourist hub full of nature. This is the heaven on the Earth where you can have fun and adventure. The walk by the lakeside in the evening is very pleasant. The views of the Himalayan ranges, the shadow of Mt. Machapuchhre on the Phewa Lake, the Barahi Mandir at the center of the Phewa Lake, the famous Bat Cave, the Davis fall, etc. are the highlights of Pokhara city. The Seti river flowing deep and under the land is simply mysterious. Overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 05 : An Early morning drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu
The wake-up call is given to raise you from the sound sleep at the hotel. After eating breakfast at the hotel, you can go for shopping some souvenirs or gifts until you get into the tourist bus. After about 6 – 7hours, you will arrive at Kathmandu and then the representative of Step On Himalaya will accompany you to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 06 : Sightseeing Guided tour to Bhaktapur and Patan
This day you will be taken to the two kingdoms of Medieval Period i.e. Patan and Bhaktapur. These places are famous for their historical significance. Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square are those places where the kings used to hold the hearings and many festivals were being held there. The one and only Late King Prithivi Narayan Shah unified the kingdoms into one primitive Nepal. The war has given many bullet holes over the walls of these palaces. There are many antique monuments, statues, handicrafts and artwork in stones and woods. After your tour, you will be taken back to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 07 : Final Departure
The representative of Step On Himalaya will take care of the private transportation from the hotel to the airport for the scheduled flight. After the breakfast, you will be taken to the Tribhuwan International Airport. Hope to serve you again in the future. Bon Voyage!!!
Meal: Breakfast
Cost Details
What is included?
- Airport pick up and drops in a private vehicle
- 2-way drive to Pokhara-Kathmandu in a tourist bus
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Applicable entrance fees to the monuments and Durbar Square
- All the local and government taxes
- Daily Breakfast during the tour
- A tourist guide who is Government Licensed, Experienced, English-speaking
What is not included?
- Nepal entry visa fee with 2 passport size photos
- Medical and Travel Insurance
- International air tickets with departure tax
- Lunch and Dinner during the tour
