Classic Nepal with Kathmandu & Pokhara Trekking
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Classic Nepal with Kathmandu & Pokhara Trekking

  • Duration 8 days
  • Cost from $1099 pp

8 Days Nepal Hiking

Tour Code GB-NP-06

Nepal is a wonderland of cultural discovery and phenomenal high mountain trekking, we combine mountain trekking, sightseeing, cultural discovery, and natural interpretation in ways that are truly unforgettable. Through this holiday, you will explore the exotic capital of Kathmandu, fly close to Mount Everest, hike about 3 hours from Telkot to Changunarayan, the UNESCO world heritage site. Then encounter Pokhara beneath spectacular snow-capped peaks, and witness the wonderful sunrise at the Sarangkot.

Highlights

  • Discover rich cultural and artistic heritage in Kathmandu
  • Hike from Telkot to Changu Narayan for 3 hours
  • Seek the blessings of God at the temples of Pokhara
  • Witness the wonderful sunrise at the Sarangkot

Our private trips are fully customizable and can start on any date.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival / Kathmandu

Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival you are greeted by our representative. Transferred to hotel where your tour guide helps you check in and brief you about the following tours. Relax and recover from jetlag at hotel.

Transfer via: Flight, arranged on your own Overnight: Kathmandu
Day 2
Kathmandu / Patan / Kathmandu

Things to do for today: Patan Durbar Square , Boudhanath Stupa , Pashupatinath Temple

This morning you can take an optional scenic mountain flight for the spectacular view of Himalayan mountains including Mt Everest with their peaks soaring above the clouds. After the flight trip, return hotel for breakfast. (At you own expense)

After breakfast, your full day sightseeing including a visit to Panta Durbar Square which is one of the seven Monument Zones that make up the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Boudhanath Stupa to admire the largest Buddhist Stupa in the world. And then, get close touch with Hindu culture by explore in the Pashupatinath - one of the most sacred Hindu temples in the world. After that, drive you back to the hotel in Kathmandu.

Optional: night show, Nepali Culture Dinner Show USD 28 per person

Transfer via: Private vehicle Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kathmandu
Day 3
Kathmandu - Telkot - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu

Things to do for today: Bhaktpur Durbar Square , Pottery Making

Today you will have an easy hiking trip after breakfast. Firstly, drive to Telkot (approx 50 mins) and start the 3-hour of easy hiking to Changu Narayan, the trail from Telkot passing through villages and fields. From Telkot, the trail enters to forests, then a short level walk will take to Changunarayan. The entire walk offers superb views of villages and mountains and filled with cultural experiences. Changunarayan is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is said to have been built in 323 AD by King Hari Datta Varma and it is the oldest temple of Nepal. The temple is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings.

After this interesting hiking, drive back to Kathmandu, en-route visit Bhaktapur city and experience pottery making.

Transfer via: Private vehicle Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kathmandu
Day 4
Kathmandu / Pokhara

Things to do for today: White water river rafting at Trishuli River

Today after breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred to Pokhara (approx 5-6 hrs) directly. En-route enjoy white water river rafting at Trishuli River. During the rafting, you can enjoy the scenery of river Trishuli following the greetings of the local's right along the highway includes small gorges and a glimpse of the cable car leading to the famous Hindu Temple Manakamana.

When you arrival Pohhara, enjoy a free explore around Pokhara Bazzar on your own.

Transfer via: Private vehicle Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Overnight: Pokhara
Day 5
Pokhara

Things to do for today: World Peace Pagoda , Seti Gorge

Today is another leisure hiking day in Pokhara. After breakfast drive to boat ride point and do the boating till hike starting point. And then, start your 2-hour hiking to Peace Pagoda - an impressive sight and its hilltop location commands a grand view. Finish the day by visiting Mahendra Cave and Bats Cave and Seti Gorge to get close touch with the Seti River which is originated from the Machapuchhare glacier.

Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Pokhara
Day 6
Pokhara

Things to do for today: Devi's Fall , Gupteswor Mahadev Cave , International Mountain Museum

Morning is free at leisure or enjoy the optional Paragliding/Zip line/Ultra Light flight/Bunjee on your own. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a half day sightseeing in Pokhara including Devi's Fall - the most famous water fall in Pokhara, Gupteswor Mahadev Cave - one of the longest caves in Nepal which can lead you a trip to underground Nepal. and finally visit International Mountain Museum to know more about the trekking and Mountaineering history of Nepal.

Transfer via: Private vehicle Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kathmandu
Day 7
Kathmandu - Bhaktapur - Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu

Things to do for today: Thamel , Garden of Dreams

Today start a bit earlier for your journey to Sarangkot viewpoint to for the unforgettable sunrise over the mountain peaks. Rest at one of the cafes atop the mountain, relax and enjoy the unforgettable sunrise over the mountain peaks.

Then we fly back to Kathmandu, afternoon take a leisure walk around around Thamel district - a heaven for tourists visiting the city including its fascinating streets. Afterwards, continue to pay a visit to Garden of Dreams, a neo classical historical garden in a beautifully design inspired by the famous Edwardian style.

Transfer via: Private vehicle | Flight, Economy Class(U4 618 ) Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Kathmandu
Day 8
Kathmandu / Exit

Bid farewell to Kathmandu, our representative will escort you to the Tribhuwan International Airport for onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast.
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary. B stands for Breakfast, L for Lunch and D for Dinner.
  • Flights/trains/boat listed in itinerary
  • Pick up and drop off service
  • Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary.
  • Admission fees.
  • Daily bottle water on sightseeing days
  • English speaking service.
  • Service charge of the planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

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