Kathmandu & Pokhara Tour — 5 Days
Duration
5 days
From
$580/person
Max Altitude
2,175 m
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
1–8 People
Stay
Hotel (3-star)
Meals
Breakfast
Best Season
Year-round
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(5 days)
Altitude Profile
Peak: 1,400 m · Day 1The Kathmandu and Pokhara Tour is Nepal's definitive two-city introduction — 5 days covering the ancient temple city and the mountain lakeside resort with private guide and vehicle throughout. Kathmandu (2 nights): Pashupatinath at dusk, Boudhanath's dawn kora, Swayambhunath with its monkey population, and the medieval Durbar Squares of Patan and Bhaktapur. Pokhara (2 nights): Phewa Lake private boat at sunrise with Machapuchare reflected in the water, Sarangkot dawn panorama over the Annapurna range, World Peace Pagoda at golden hour, and the Pokhara valley from above.
The itinerary connects by tourist bus or domestic flight (depending on time preference — flight option adds USD 100 and saves 6 hours). The pace is unhurried — two full days per city means genuine depth at each site rather than a rushed checklist. Private vehicle throughout means no waiting for group minibuses.
Best seasons: October–November and March–May. Transport: Tourist bus or domestic flight (options available). Private guide and vehicle throughout.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide throughout
- 4 nights 3-star hotel (2 Kathmandu + 2 Pokhara; breakfast included)
- Kathmandu–Pokhara tourist bus or domestic flight (one way) + return
- All UNESCO heritage site entry fees in Kathmandu
- Phewa Lake private boat sunrise row
- Pokhara viewpoints tour (Sarangkot, Davis Falls, Gupteshwar Cave)
- Kathmandu and Pokhara airport/hotel transfers
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee ($30–$50 on arrival)
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners (except where specified)
- Personal expenses, shopping, and souvenirs
- Tips for guide and driver
- Alcoholic beverages
- Any optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Perfect — clear Himalaya views from Pokhara lakeside, comfortable Kathmandu sightseeing weather
Spring (Mar–May)
Warm and clear, rhododendrons in bloom around Pokhara, excellent Annapurna panoramas
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Cool and clear — some of the sharpest Himalaya views of the year from Pokhara
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Mountain views can be obscured by cloud — cultural sites still fully accessible
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
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$580
/ person · all-inclusive