Kathmandu, Nagarkot & Pokhara Tours – 8 Days

Greetings from Nepal! You will be met by a representative upon arrival in Kathmandu’s capital city and driven to your accommodation.

If you have the time, take a sunset stroll to Swayambhunath, the city’s famous hilltop temple complex, to get oriented. Following that, a typical meal shows you to one of Nepal’s best features—the cuisine!

After breakfast, you’ll meet with a representative to discuss your itinerary and have some delectable coffee or tea from Nepal. The next stop is one of the oldest markets in the nation, which was originally connected to the Silk Route in Tibet and China by the ancient Salt Route. Take a stroll among the vibrant stalls before stopping for a sumptuous lunch.

Take a moment to unwind before meeting your guide for an engaging discussion of Buddhism and Hinduism. This tour shows you to Boudhanath and Pashupatinath, two of Nepal’s most important heritage sites, while showcasing the country’s two most influential philosophies. This tour can also be done at night if you’d prefer, and it will end with an incredible fire ritual at the temple.

After breakfast, you should meet your driver to travel to Bhaktapur, a historic Newari city renowned for its customs and legacy. You will be given a guided tour of the town’s main attractions, with a break for lunch at a nearby eatery. After that, you’ll travel to Nagarkot’s hilltop for breathtaking mountain views, from which, on a clear day, you can see all the way to Everest.

Get up early to witness a magnificent sunrise over the mountains, then walk with your guide for two hours to Changu Narayan, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley. This small town’s well-known temple is the least frequented of its kind in the valley, making it a special destination to visit given less tourists. The temple is thought to be the oldest in Nepal and dates back to the thirteenth century.

Following this lovely stroll, you’ll proceed to the airport where you’ll have a lovely 30-minute flight to Pokhara.

Discover Pokhara today. This laid-back city is situated between the majestic Macchapucchre hill and the tranquil waters of Phewa Lake. The World Peace Pagoda is accessible after a boat journey across the lake and a 1.5-hour stroll through the forest. One of more than 80 Peace Pagodas constructed in an effort to bring people from all over the world together and advance world peace is this Buddhist stupa (shrine). In addition to being a striking sight in and of itself, this vantage point offers breathtaking views of the city below, Phewa Lake, and snow-capped mountains. You can choose to travel to the shrine in your automobile if you’re not feeling particularly daring.

Continue on to the neighboring Davis Falls and the natural wonders Gupteswor Caves before visiting the Mountain Museum, which has displays on the history of mountaineering in the Himalaya that are both intriguing and educational.

Following the tour, the afternoon and evening are yours to do as you want. You can relax by the lake or eat dinner with a view at one of the city’s numerous top-notch restaurants.

You travel to Sarangkot this morning, where a 5,216-foot (1,590-m) overlook is perched on a ridge above Pokhara. In addition to providing views of the lake and the Annapurna Massif, it’s the ideal location for a paragliding instruction to get your heart beating. Pokhara is regarded as one of the best locations in the world for paragliding because of its breathtaking surroundings and steady air currents.

You’ll have the rest of the day to yourself after a hectic morning. Relax at the lake’s shore, look for gifts, unwind in a yoga class, or schedule a massage at one of the many spas in the area. Renting a paddleboat or small kayak and leisurely exploring the lake is another common lakeside activity.

It’s time to board your return aircraft to Kathmandu on the second to last day of your journey. After checking into your accommodation, spend the rest of the day independently seeing more of the city. Go shopping for last-minute gifts, explore the crowded tourist district of Thamel, or visit the Garden of Dreams, a tranquil haven in the center of the city. Neoclassical Rana-era palace structures border the meticulously maintained gardens and fountains.

Celebrate your vacation with a short farewell dinner as the evening comes to an end.

It’s time to bid Nepal adieu. Enjoy one more breakfast at a café and a wander among the temples and tiny lanes as you say goodbye to Kathmandu. To get you to the airport for your journey back home, a driver will be waiting for you at your hotel. Travel safely!