Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour - 7 Days
7 Days
Kathmandu
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Spring and Autumn
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Guided Tour
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1,400 m
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Nepal is a multi-cultural and multi-religious country, and it has a diverse landscape, people, and traditions. In Kathmandu alone, numerous people have different backgrounds and cultures, making it unique and diverse. Similarly, Pokhara City also features many attractions with religious and cultural values. The main motive of the 7 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour is to explore the beauty of these two valleys.
Both Kathmandu and Pokhara have a long tourism history, especially due to the great prospects in natural beauty and cultural heritages. The beautiful city of Pokhara features views of the Himalayas in the north, pristine freshwater lakes, green hills, and fast-flowing rivers. Similarly, Kathmandu is the “ City of Temple, ” as thousands of temples and monasteries are inside this valley. This makes Kathmandu and Pokhara City a perfect destinations for all kinds of tours , including Luxury, educational, and cultural tours.
Our Kathmandu and Pokhara 7 Days Tour mainly focuses on the above-listed attractions. Starting in Kathmandu , we will explore religious sites such as Pashupatinath, Swayambunath, and Boudhanath and historical buildings such as Durbar Squares and Narayanhiti Palaces. Similarly, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi, Shanti Stupa, Davis Falls, and Mahendra Cave come to our list after we reach Pokhara.
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Highlights of the Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple and participate in Aarati Darshan
- Explore Swayambunath and Boudhanath, ancient Buddhist Monasteries.
- Visit Durbar Squares in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan to learn more about the history of Nepal.
- Boating in Phewa Lake
- Witness stunning sunrise view from Sarangkot and visit Shanti Stupa
- Visit Davis Falls and Mahendra Cave in Pokhara
- Stunning views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Ranges, including peaks like Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Himchuli, Annapurna, and others.
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Best Time To Go For This Tour
It all depends on travelers’ choice, expectations, and interest in choosing the specific time of the year for this tour. But Autumn (September to November) and Spring (March to May) are the best time for 7 Days Kathmandu and Pokhara tours.
The Autumn and Spring season come with stable and pleasant weather conditions. The chances of rainfall are minimal, and the temperature is moderate at around 10 Degrees Celsius to 17 Degrees Celsius. Besides, the clear blue skies with fewer clouds will give you stunning surrounding views, making your tour more enjoyable. Autumn Season features major festivals like Dashain and Tihar, offering a great way to groom in the Nepalese community and culture. Similarly, the colorful environment brought by the Spring season will be worth your money during this tour.
Kathmandu: The Vibrant Capital City
Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal, and it is rich in diverse people, culture, historical landmarks, religious sites, and modern & advanced locations. When travelers land in Kathmandu, the main motive to explore this city is to explore the people and their culture. Since the city offers an unmatched beauty in terms of cultural aspects, thousands of people worldwide visit this ‘City of Temple’ every year. Here are some historical significance and cultural heritage sites you might want to visit during your stay:
Pashupatinath Temple
During your Kathmandu and Pokhara tour 7 days Tour, you will visit Pashupatinath Temple, the temple of Lord Shiva, the God of Destruction. Besides, he is also known as the God of Gods, Lord of Cattle, and Master of Poison and Medicine. Every year thousands of Hindu devotees visit Pashupatinath to pay their tribute and worship Lord Shiva. Especially during the festival of Shivaratri, the temple gets crowded with people worldwide.
Pashupatinath Temple is located in Kathmandu, on the banks of the Holy Bagmati River. It is a most holiest Hindu Temple in the world that carries the great significance of Lord Shiva. Every morning and evening, priests launch a huge Arati Darshan event, where hundreds of devotees participate and worship Lord Shiva. People believe that if they die in Pashupatinath, they will get reincarnated as humans again.
The Pagoda-Style building of this temple, the statue of Nandi, four silver doors, and Shiva Lingam are some of the attractions of Pashupatinath Temple.
Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath Stupa is an ancient monastery in central Kathmandu, our next destination in the 7 Days Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour. It was built in 600 AD and has been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1976. Buddhist devotees believe that Boudhanath has past relics from Kashyapa Buddha. Similarly, it contains 108 small images of the Dhyani Buddha Amitabha, prayer wheels, prayer flags, and a statue of Lord Buddha. You can also explore a small shrine dedicated to Hariti, the goddess of smallpox.
Around the stupa are several restaurants and cafes where travelers can enjoy their meals and snacks. Also, there are a huge number of street vendors that sells Buddhist pendants.
Swayambhunath Temple
Swayambhunath Temple is another Buddhist Monastery famous for both Hindu and Buddhist Devotees. It is one of the main and oldest Buddhist temples on Kathmandu’s hilltop. It was built in 460 AD; history mentions that bodhisattva Manjushri drained the water of Kathmandu Valley from Chovar. Later, the lotus seed was planted, which later arose as Swayambhunath Temple.
Swayambhunath, or Self Originated Temple, stands at the hilltop from where you can see the views of the whole Kathmandu Valley and its outskirts. It comprises several other shrines like Shantipur Temple, Hariti Temple, and Vashubandu Stupa. Similarly, Manjushree Hill and the image of Dipamkara Budhha are some other fascinating attractions of this place.
Kathmandu |Bhaktapur | Patan Durbar Square
There are three durbar squares in Kathmandu Valley, which carry great significance in Nepalese history and architecture. Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan Durbar Squares were once royal palaces of Malla Kings, who built them between the twelfth and eighteenth centuries.
These Durbar Squares comprises great courtyard, halls, palaces, golden taps, and unmatched architecture in Nepal. During the 7 days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour, travelers can visit these Durbar Squares and explore the old belongings, such as Kings and Queens’ ornaments, their bedrooms, arts and artifacts, ancient maps, and temples. Around Kathmandu Durbar Square are Taleju Temple, Kumari Ghar, and Basantapur Durbar, rich in Nepalese History and Culture.
Bhaktapur Dubar Square is located in Bhaktapur, around 30 minutes drive from Kathmandu. Similarly, Patan Durbar Square is in Lalitpur District, which gives insights into how Malla and Shah Kings lived there and governed the country. These historic palaces are now converted into museums, and visitors must obtain permits to enter these places.
Immersive Experiences in Kathmandu
Kathmandu City is a place of diverse people and cultures. It was mainly inhabited by Newar people before, but since modernization has boosted this city, it has been home to people from all around Nepal. While you embark on the 7 days Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour, you will explore the traditional Newari community, rich in ancient cultures like Kumari Pratha, jatras, and bhoj.
The Newari Cuisine is one of the most popular dishes in Nepal, so make sure to taste it during the journey. Besides, you can see many local artisans and handicrafts stalled in stores. Arts and crafts like the statue of Gods and Goddesses, eye-window (Aankhijhyaal), and sculptures are some of the must-experience entities of the city.
If you plan to visit Kathmandu City during the festivals, it can be a perfect choice to indulge in the cultural beauty. Major festivals like Dashain and Tihar bring a positive environment to the city. The colorful scenery around the places and the festive vibes will surely make your journey enjoyable.
Pokhara: The Serene Lake City
Pokhara is our second destination during our 7 Days Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour. During this phase, we will cover Phewa and Begnas Lake, Mahendra Gufa, Sarangkot Hill, International Mountain Museum, and many other locations. Here is a list of activities we will be doing during our journey.
Exploring Phewa Lake
Phewa Lake is a pristine fresh lake in Pokhara City, a primary destination for decades. It spreads over 4.43 Square Kilometers in area and has an average depth of 8.6 meters. The lake is a spot for several activities like boating. Similarly, it reflects the reflection of the mystic Machhapuchhre Peak, which is worth watching.
In the middle of the lake lies a Hindu Temple, Tal Barahi, dedicated to God Baraha. During your journey 7 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour, you can delve into religious rituals in the temple as you boat and reach the location.
Hiking to World Peace Pagoda And Sarangkot Hill
World Peace Pagoda and Sarangkot both lie on the hilltop. World Peace Pagoda, also known as Shanti Stupa, reflects the Buddhist significance of Anadu Hill, and it offers stunning views of Pokhara Valley. It comprises ancient relics of the Buddha and religious values.
You can reach Shanti Stupa by cycling or hiking, and it takes around an hour and a half to get there.
Similarly, Sarangkot Hill is another great destination to view the views of Pokhara City, the mystic Himalayas, and Phewa Lake. It is also a perfect viewpoint to watch the sunrise and sunset. Most visitors opt for a morning hike to Sarangkot for a sunrise view. You can also see numerous vendors selling homemade products and local crafts around the area.
Other Destinations:
Pokhara is a beautiful city rich in tourist destinations. Besides Phewa Lake, Sarangkot, and Shanti Stupa, several other destinations have a high prospect of tourism. Some are Davis Falls, Mahendra Gufa, International Mountain Museum, the bungee jump spot, Pame, and others.
The fast-flowing waters of Davis Falls and the crevasses created by it offer a pleasant view, while the underground ecosystem of Mahendra Gufa steals your attention. Similarly, you can get insights into mountaineering at Mountain Museum. All in all, destinations around Pokhara City offer an opportunity to delve deeper into the natural and cultural background.
Adventure Activities in Pokhara
There are several adventurous activities you can do in Pokhara. While you remain in the valley, you can go boating in Phewa and Begnas Lakes, enjoying the views of a wide pool of natural water and surrounding lush green forests. Similarly, you can undertake bungee jumping and zipline adventures as well.
From Sarangkot Hill, the paragliding adventure takes place, which offers a great way to relish the beauty of Pokhara City from the air. Besides, Pokhara is the starting point of several remote hiking campaigns, including Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit Trek, Manaslu Trek, Ghandruk and Poon Hill Trek, and others. Overall, the city has numerous prospects for adventurous activities, which can attract international tourists and capital.
Conclusion
Overall, Kathmandu and Pokhara 7 days tour is a rewarding experience that takes you deeper into the Nepalese community, natural resources, and cultural heritages. Travelers can make the most out of it with a strategic visit to the attractions inside these two valleys. Whether you seek cultural immersion, spiritual enlightenment, or thrilling outdoor activities, this tour has everything. The hiking options and adventurous activities like paragliding and bungee jumping are some things that can draw your attention during the tour. So if this is your next go-to place, contact us for your booking; we can help you make your stay enjoyable and memorable.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up From the Airport and Drive to Hotel
Day 2: Kathmandu Sight Seeing by private vehicle.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by deluxe tourist bus (8-9 hrs.)
Day 4: Sunrise view from Sarangkot and full-day Pokhara Sightseeing by private vehicle.
Day 5: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara (8-9 hrs.)
Day 6: Pashupatinath and Bhaktapur Sight Seeing by private vehicle.
Day 7: Final departure from Kathmandu.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up From the Airport and Drive to Hotel
Location: Kathmandu
Kathmandu Altitude: 1400 Meters
Accommodation: Hotel
The Kathmandu and Pokhara tour 7 days tour starts with your arrival in Kathmandu. You will fly to Tribhuvan International Airport , where our travel representative will pick up and escort you to your respective hotels. You will stay overnight in the same hotel. These hotels have modern amenities and luxuries such as attached bathrooms,24/7 electricity, internet speed, hot showers, restaurants, lounges, and meal services.
Day 2: Kathmandu Sight Seeing (World Heritage Sights) by private vehicle.
Location: Kathmandu
Kathmandu Altitude: 1400 Meters
Accommodation: Hotel
The sightseeing journey begins on the second day of our 7 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour. Today, we will visit places like Kathmandu Durbar Square , Patan Durbar Square , Swayambhunath Temple , and Kumari Temple.
After breakfast, we will start our journey early in the morning and head towards the World Heritage Sights including Kathmandu Durbar Square in Basantapur. Kathmandu Durbar offers an insight into the historical and ancient cultural belongings with several other locations to visit. Hanumandhoka Palace , Taleju Mandir , and Kumari Ghar are some of them.
After that, we head towards Patan Durbar Square in Lalitpur. Like Kathmandu Durbar Square, it was also once the palace of the Kings of Malla and Shah Dynasty. It consists of valuable belongings from the ancient period, including the property of the Kings’ family and arts & artifacts.
After a detailed visit to the Durbar Squares, we will set our journey to Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple). It is on the hilltop, so to reach there, we have to walk through the uphill stairs. We can see many playful and mischievous monkeys running around the temple. The monasteries, shrines, prayer wheels, and flags are worth watching in Swayambhunath Temple.
Day 2 also comprises a full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley. Today, we will visit another Durbar Square of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Similarly, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa also falls under today’s itinerary.
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara by deluxe tourist bus (8-9 hrs.)
Location: Pokhara
Pokhara Altitude: 820 Meters
Accommodation: Hotel
Today, we will wrap up our sightseeing activities in Kathmandu and head toward Pokhara City on a bus. It should take around 6 hours to reach the destination from Kathmandu. We will pass through the downhill and steep landscapes of Dhading as we leave the valley behind. The lush green forest and the whistle of the Trishuli River will soothe our journey. Similarly, we will see the magnificent views of Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, and other peaks from the way to Pokhara.
As we leave Muglin behind, we will ride through the banks of the Marsyangdi River and reach Tanahun. From there, it should take only around an hour to reach Pokhara. Upon arrival, our representative will escort you to your hotel, where you will stay overnight.
Day 4: Sunrise view from Sarangkot and full-day Pokhara Sightseeing by private vehicle.
Location: Pokhara
Pokhara Altitude: 820 Meters
Accommodation: Hotel
The next day after we reach Pokhara from Kathmandu, we will explore several locations around the valley. We will hike to Sarangkot Hill early morning for a sunrise view. It takes around 2 hours to reach the top of Sarangkot ; there are both black-topped roads and remote routes to reach Sarangkot. As we hike uphill through the hill, we can have magnificent views of Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna , and other famous peaks.
After returning from Sarangkot, we will explore Phewa Lake on a boat and visit Tal Barahi Temple. The diverse environment around Lakeside is very vibrant. Later, we will head toward Davis Falls and Mahendra Gufa. We can also visit International Mountain Museum , Seti Gorge, and Shanti Stupa for more adventure around Pokhara City. After completing our sightseeing activities, we will return to our hotel in Pokhara to stay overnight.
Day 5: Drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara (8-9 hrs)
Location: Kathmandu
Kathmandu Altitude: 1400 Meters
Accommodation: Hotel
We will wrap up our sightseeing activities in Pokhara on the fifth day, and today, we will return to Kathmandu on a bus. Before reaching Kathmandu Valley, we will reach Pokhara Bus Stop and ride for around 6 hours through naturally gifted places like Dhading and Tanahun.
Day 6: Pashupatinath and Bhaktapur Sight Seeing by private vehicle.
As we start our day, we will reach Gaushala and head toward Pashupatinath in the morning. We will participate in the Morning Arati Darshan Program in the temple. Hundreds of people attend this event as they worship Lord Shiva in the temple. Afterward, we will head toward Boudhanath Stupa, an ancient Buddhist monastery in central Kathmandu.
It takes around 20 minutes to reach Boudhanatha from Pashupatinath. We will explore the high-standing stupa that is surrounded by different shrines. The prayer flags, a statue of Buddha, and the shrine of Hariti offer stunning beauty around the place. If you opt to have lunch around this area, numerous restaurants and cafes offer the service.
Later, we will take a bus to Bhaktapur and head toward Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Bhaktapur Durbar Square was also once the royal palace of Malla Kings, and it consists of numerous ancient belongings and properties. Currently, it has been opened as a museum. After sightseeing over this place, we will return to our hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 7: Final departure from Kathmandu.
This is the last day of our 7 Days Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour. We will bid you farewell and escort you to Tribhuvan International Airport, where you will depart for your home country.
Cost Includes
- Pickup from International airport and transfer to hotel.
- "3-Star" level accommodation in kathmandu and Pokhara.
- An experienced government license holder Tour Guide.
- Sightseeing around World Heritage sites in Kathmandu.
- Drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu by tourist bus.
- Pokhara: Sunrise from Sarangkot, Sightseeing, One hour boating at Fewa lake.
- All monuments fees.
- Pokhara to Kathmandu drive by tourist bus.
- All local and government taxes.
- Airport departure
Cost Excludes
- Lunch and dinner
- Soft and hard drinks
- Your travel insurance
- International flight and visa cost.
- Any expense of personal nature
- Tips for guides or other staffs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Kathmandu and Pokhara?
We will reach Kathmandu and Pokhara City by bus. Though the fastest and easiest way to get there is by flight, we have a bus on our itinerary as a means of transportation.
What is the best time to visit Kathmandu and Pokhara?
We recommend travelers to go on this 7 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour during the peak seasons of Spring and Autumn when the weather is pleasant and stable.
What are the must-visit attractions in Kathmandu?
The three Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Patan, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and Narayanhiti Palace are the must-visit attractions in Kathmandu.
What are the must-visit attractions in Pokhara?
Pokhara has numerous must-visit attractions, such as Davis Falls, Mahendra Gufa, Sarangkot, Shanti Stupa, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi, and Begnas Lake.
Are there any trekking opportunities near Kathmandu and Pokhara?
Yes, the nearest trekking destination from Kathmandu is Shivapuri National Park Trek and Chisapani Trek. Similarly, you can undertake Poon Hill Trek, Ghorepani Trek, Manaslu Trek, and Annapurna Trek from Pokhara.
What are the local delicacies to try in Kathmandu and Pokhara?
Kathmandu Valley is the city of Newari people and culture. So the traditional Newari cuisine is the best dish to try while you are in Kathmandu. Similarly, Pokhara also features Newari Set, Thakali Khana Set, and traditional Nepali dishes, including Dal, Bhaat, and Tarkari.
What adventurous activities can be done during Kathmandu and Pokhara 7 Days Tour?
Many adventurous activities can be done during this tour, including Paragliding, Boating, and Hiking.
Is it safe to travel to Kathmandu and Pokhara?
Yes, traveling to Kathmandu and Pokhara is usually safe, but travelers are recommended to take care of their belongings and avoid isolated areas at night.
How can I visit three Durbar Squares?
First, you must obtain a permit to enter the three Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan. They charge you certain fees to acquire these permits. You will be asked to show the permits at the gate of these ancient royal palaces, after which you can enjoy the sightseeing activity.