Nepal Itinerary: Kathmandu & Pokhara

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Kathmandu

  After arriving at the airport, meet the local representative who will brief you the next tour plan and escort you to the hotel. The rest of the day is for you to recover from jetlag.

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• Day 2: Kathmandu - Patan (Lalitpur) - Kathmandu

  Take Ason Tole Vegetable and Spice Market as your first stop of your Nepal tour. It is the busiest market in the city where you can get a chance to experience the daily life of local Nepali. Later, move to the attractive Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Before a visit to Kal Bhairav, have a glance at Taleju Temple.

  In the afternoon, go to Patan Durban Square, another impressive Durbar Square in the Kathmandu Valley. To visit Swayambhunath Stupa is said to be the same as meeting a Buddha in person.

  Optional: If weather allows, you can choose to take a mountain flight trip to see the up-close Mt. Everest & Himalaya. 1-hour schedule flight costs USD200 per person with all window seats guaranteed.

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• Day 3: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu

  In the morning, pay a visit to Boudhanath Stupa. The huge mandala makes it one of the largest spherical stupas in the world. Explore Pashupatinath Temple for watching the outdoor cremation, a normal practice for the local.

  Next, you will head for Bhaktapur Durbar Square described as a museum of medieval art and architecture with many examples of sculpture. Marvel at Changu Narayan Temple to soak up genuine works of art before driving back to Kathmandu.

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• Day 4: Kathmandu - Pokhara

  You will be driven to the airport for your journey to Pokhara by a private vehicle after breakfast.

  After arriving, the tour guide will help you check-in, and you can enjoy a leisurely rest of the day.

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• Day 5: Pokhara

  Spend the full day to absorb the beauty of the nature in Pokhara, a paradise for hikers and trekkers and those who love the outdoors. Take a boat ride to experience the charm and serenity of Phewa Lake.

  Later, have a short hike to World Peace Pagoda with several small cafes nearby and an excellent viewing platform to see the Annapurna range. Continue on the sightseeing to Devi's Fall, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave and International Mountain Museum.

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• Day 6: Pokhara - Kathmandu

  Start an early morning trip to Sarangkot to view the breathtaking sunrise over the snow mountain peaks. After that, return to Kathmandu by airplane. Have a walk around Thamel to marvel at the medieval temples.

  Optional: It is recommended to enjoy a cultural feast of Nepali traditional dinner with dance.

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• Day 7: Departure

  Check out from hotel after breakfast in the morning. The representative will take you to the airport for your onward flight.

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