Kathmandu Pokhara Tour by Car

Your Arrival Time (?) Our driver staff will meet and greet you at Kathmandu airport and transfer you to your accommodation in Kathmandu.

At. 06:00 PM: In the evening, you can explore around the city on your own if you’re interested.

At. 08:00 AM: Have your breakfast at the hotel, and today you will have a half day sightseeing of Kathmandu, which includes two of the most sacred religious sites in Kathmandu: Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath.

Pashupatinath Temple is the largest and holiest shrine for Hindus in Nepal. This temple, situated on the bank of the Bagmati River, was built in the 5th century. There are around 492 temples, 15 Shivalayas (shrines of Lord Shiva), and 12 Jyotirlingas (phallic shrines) to explore. No entrance fee is charged for Indian nationals to enter the temple. Although only Hindus are allowed to enter the temple, visitors can clearly see the temple and the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati river.

Swayambhunath is one of the most glorious, holiest, and oldest stupas in the world. It is located on a small hillock in west Kathmandu; hence, it commands an excellent view of the valley. The stupa was built by King Manadeva in 460 A.D. It is also known by the name "Monkey Temple."

At. 11:30 AM: After your sightseeing is complete, you will make your way towards Pokhara, a beautiful city with natural wonders. Pokhara is around 201 km from Kathmandu, which takes about 6-7 hours on a drive. You can have your lunch on the way. Once you reach, you will be dropped off at your accommodation in Pokhara, and you can rest or explore around the city if you are interested.

At. 05:30 AM: Early in the morning, our vehicle will drive you to Sarangkot viewpoint for a mesmerising sunrise view over the towering mountain peaks as mentioned in the itinerary. The rays of sunrise painted over the sky while the mountain ranges stand golden will leave your jaw dropping.

At. 10:00 AM: After breakfast, get ready for your sightseeing tour of Pokhara. Your half day schedule will take you to the most naturally and culturally significant landmarks in Pokhara. Your tour begins with a visit to Davis Falls, locally known as Patale Chhango. Next, you’ll explore the mystical Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, which is a short walk from Davis Falls. Your tour continues with a visit to the Bindhyabasini Temple, a sacred temple dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, an incarnation of Durga. As for the last stop today, you’ll be taken to the Taal Barahi Temple located in the middle of the Phewa Lake. To reach the temple, you will have to take a boat. Here, you can see the different rituals and pujas done by the devotees around the temple. If you’re on time, you can also witness the evening aarti session of the Barahi Temple. After your sightseeing, you will be escorted back to your mentioned place. In the evening, you can explore the city on your own, relax in the lakeside vibe, and have a delicious dinner accompanied by the night view of the lake.

Optional Activities: Before your sightseeing starts, you will get some time for adventure activities such as rafting, paragliding, ultra-light flights, bungee jumping, and zip-flying, which can be completed in 1-2 hours of time.

Davis Falls is an amazing waterfall in Pokhara Valley that is nearly 500 feet long and runs 100 feet below ground level. It is also known as Patale Chhango, which means the underwater world. According to local old people, on July 31, 1961, a Swiss couple named Davi went swimming, but the woman drowned in a pit. From that day on, the place was known as Davis Falls.

Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, one of the longest caves in Nepal, is nearly 3 km long. There are some walls dripping water inside the cave, and about 40 metres in, we can see the statue of Lord Shiva. At the end of the cave, you will be mesmerised by seeing the Davis Falls waterfall from below.

Bindhyabasini Temple is situated on a hilltop, 3000m above sea level. This religious place for Hindus living in the Pokhara region is devoted to the goddess Bhagwati, an incarnation of Durga. Goddess Durga, also known as Kali Mata, is the symbol of a bloodthirsty goddess. Many people come here to worship and sacrifice animals.

Phewa Lake is the second-largest lake in Nepal. It covers an area of about 4.43 sq km with an average depth of about 8.6 metres and a maximum water depth of 19 metres. The reflection of Mount Annapurna can be seen on Phewa Lake. Another attraction of this lake is Barahi Temple, a pagoda-style temple on an island in the middle of Phewa Lake.

At. 08:00 AM: Enjoy a fulfilling breakfast at the hotel and set out for Kathmandu. The distance between Pokhara and Kathmandu is about 201 km, which takes about 6 to 7 hours by road. On the way, you can visit Manakamana Temple by cable car ride, which offers a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape, adding extra charm to your journey. You can also have your lunch near the temple area.

At. 04:00 PM: Once you reach Kathmandu, you will be dropped off at the place mentioned. In the evening, you can explore the city if you’re interested. 

Manakamana, the very popular temple of Goddess Durga Bhagawati, is situated in the Gorkha district of Nepal. The name Manakamana is made from two words: "Mana," meaning heart, and "Kamana," meaning wish. There is a belief that Goddess Bhagawati fulfils the wishes of those who worship her with a pure soul.

As you enjoy your last breakfast at the hotel, the time to go back is already here. You can have some time of your own or add some additional activities until your flight time. Our vehicle will escort you to the Kathmandu airport 3 hours before your flight. Have a safe journey back! It will be our pleasure to be part of your journey if you want to extend your stay in Nepal.