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5 Days Kathmandu & Pokhara Tour

Trip Code: DNTT/T/5D/05
Nepal
5 Days 4 Nights
Duration 5 Days 4 Nights
Nepal
Country Nepal
1700m/5577ft
Max. Altitude 1700m/5577ft
Sep-Nov & Mar-May
Best Season Sep-Nov & Mar-May
Private
Group/Private Private
Easy
Grade Easy
Private vehicle & Domestic flight
Transportation Private vehicle & Domestic flight
Kathmandu
Start Kathmandu
Kathmandu
End Kathmandu

Overview

The 5-day Kathmandu & Pokhara tour, starting with a drive to Pokhara and returning back by flight, is an excellent way to explore two of Nepal's most stunning destinations. The tour begins with a scenic road trip from Kathmandu to Pokhara, stopping at various attractions along the way, such as the Manakamana Temple and the Trisuli River as well as offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas and passing through charming towns and villages. In Pokhara, you will have time to explore the city's natural beauty, including the Phewa Lake, Gupteshowre Mahadev Cave, and the World Peace Pagoda. After two days of exploration, you will take a short flight back to Kathmandu, giving you a chance to appreciate the stunning mountain views from a different perspective. This tour provides the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, offering a unique and unforgettable experience of Nepal's natural wonders and cultural heritage. Overall, the 5-day Kathmandu & Pokhara tour is an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the beauty and diversity of Nepal in a short amount of time.

From Kathmandu, you can experience Himalaya [Mount Everest and so many other ranges] view from early morning 1 hrs flight. Most of the visitor likes to join this tour to see highest peak of the world.

Why you'll love this trip?

  • Firstly, the tour offers a unique blend of adventure and relaxation, giving you a chance to experience Nepal's natural beauty and cultural heritage. You will get to explore the bustling streets of Kathmandu, take a scenic road trip through charming towns and villages, and marvel at the stunning mountain views from Pokhara.
  • Secondly, the tour offers a range of activities that cater to different interests, such as visiting temples, hiking, boating, and paragliding. Additionally, the tour is well-organized, with experienced guides who will ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • Finally, the tour is a great value for money, with all-inclusive packages that cover transportation, accommodation, meals, and activities. 

Itinerary

On arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative from Destination Nepal Tours & Travels Pvt. Ltd. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the city on your own or relax at your hotel.

Accommodation: 

  • Hotel [1 Night]

Meals Included:

  • There are no Meals included on this day 

After breakfast, drive around [210 km-5-6 hrs] to Pokhara, passing through valleys, rivers, terrace fields and some spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges. Today evening free time to explore around Lake side [around Phewa Lake]

Accommodation: 

  • Hotel [1 Night]

Meals Included:

  • Breakfast 

Early morning drive to Sarangkot [1700m/5577ft] for sunrise and close-up view of Annapurna & Fishtail Mountain range
After breakfast, Half day city tour of Bindabasini temple, Davis fall, Gupteswori Mahadev cave, Tibetan refugee camp & Seti gorge 
Free time for adventure activities or self visit around Lake Side [Around Phewa Lake]

You will get a early morning wakeup call from the reception as we need to drive 12 km from the city of Pokhara to see the sunrise and the Annapurna and the Dhaulagiri range. Your city guide will come to receive you after breakfast and drive towards the Davis fall, named after a Swiss coupled washed away by the waterfall in 1961.  Then cross the road and go to the Gupteshwor cave with a self created statue of Lord shiva and the view of Davis fall coming down from the other side.  A 5 minutes walk from the Gupteshwor cave is the Tibetan refugee camp where you can see Tibetan refugees doing different kinds of work for livelihood such as making carpets, making jewelries with semi precious stones and selling things to tourist. After spending some time to understand Tibet and its political conditions in the area we head towards the Bindabasani temple and the Seti river gorge.

Accommodation: 

  • Hotel [1 Night]

Meals Included:

  • Breakfast 

After breakfast, take a morning flight to Kathmandu [35 min]
Arrival and full day sightseeing tour of Boudhanath stupa, Pashupatinath temple & Bhaktapur durbar square 

Bouddhanath is one of the largest stupas in the world, and one of the holiest Buddhist pilgrimage and tourist destinations in Kathmandu. The area of Boudhnath is also famous for over 50 Tibetan Gompas or monasteries. Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus all over the world. Bhaktapur, Durbar Square, a well preserved fine UNESCO world heritage site where you will witness the 55-window palace, the Golden Gate, Nyatapole temple, stone temple and many more.

Accommodation: 

  • Hotel [1 Night]

Optional Activities:

  • Nepali dinner with a live cultural show at the Nepali restaurant [complimentary]

Meals Included:

  • Breakfast 

Today is your last day in the highest country on earth 
Free time until departure
Transfer to the international airport for final departure (Or stay longer for short tours - ask us)
We hope you had a magical experience in the Himalayas and we hope to see you again soon.

Meals Included:

  • Breakfast 

Includes

  • Airport pick up & drop by comfortable private air-conditional vehicle
  • All tours & transfer as per the given itinerary by comfortable private air-conditional vehicle
  • Sightseeing tours in Kathmandu with an English speaking trained, professional guide
  • Pokhara city tour and Sarangkot Sunrise tour with an English speaking local guide
  • All applicable monument entrance fees
  • Pokhara to Kathmandu flight ticket
  • All government and local taxes
  • Daily buffet breakfast in all hotels
  • All accommodation in the mention hotel

Excludes

  • Nepal Visa fees & International airfare
  • Tips for driver & guide [It is not compulsory but recommended]
  • Meals [Lunch & dinner: US$ 10-20 per lunch/dinner]
  • Personal expenses such as insurance, medical charges, laundry, shopping, liquor etc
  • Cost arising by flight cancellation/road blockades/landslides/emergency evacuation and reasons beyond our control

EPE (Estimated Personal Expenses)

The daily expenses per person listed below are based on market estimates and can vary slightly depending on the hotels, shops, and restaurants you choose, as well as your spending habits. We recommend using services outside of hotels, such as local restaurants, department stores, and markets, to save money.

Upon your arrival in Nepal, we will guide you on how to save money during your tour. This information is provided to help you estimate your tour budget.

Package Category Lunch, dinner & Water 
Luxury  US$ 60-70 Per person per night
Comfort  US$ 50-60 Per person per night
Standard  US$ 40-50 Per person per night
Budget  US$ 30-40 Per person per night

Informations

GENERAL INFORMATION

TIPPING

Tips are appreciated by your support team after the trip. Tips are not mandatory in Nepal but recommended. The amount depends on your budget and appreciation of their work. Where restaurant meals are involved, the tipping is usually 10% of the bill. We would like to request all travelers to give tips separately for driver & guide. Our suggestion is US$ 5 per day by per tourist to driver if same driver is there for whole trip & US$ 10 per day to guide.

VISA

All visitors except the Indian nationals must hold passport and valid visa. Visa can be obtained at the Nepalese diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Visa is also issued at the entry points. It can be extended at the Department of Immigration, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu. Children under 10 years need not pay any visa fee. People willing to get entry Visa at the airport or any of the land entry points are required to fill a visa form with passport photograph. So, please download form from the link below (visa form) and get ready while you are passing through the immigration Point. Only People of these countries do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal: - Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, and Palestine, Afghanistan. For more and updated information: Click here

VISA FEES

15 Days:   30 US$
30 Days:   50 US$
90 Days: 125 US$

Additional 25 USD for a multiple re-entry facility

Tourist Visa Extension

* Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US $ 45 or equivalent convertible currency and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 3 per day. 5 USD per day as late fine in the case of delay

* Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January – December).

Gratis Visa is issued free of cost in case of following categories of Visa applicants:

Children below 10 years (except US citizens)

Up to 30 days for SAARC Citizen (except Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa year.  Afghan citizens are eligible for Gratis Visa on Arrival only upon the recommendation of Department of Immigration. If you are an Afghan citizen, you can request concerned institution inviting you to Nepal for necessary paperwork with Department of Immigration to get you Gratis Visa ‘On Arrival’.

Non-Residential Nepali (NRN) card holder (issued by MOFA /Nepali diplomatic missions abroad)

Chinese Nationals

Diplomatic/Official passport holders for diplomatic/official visits

PASSPORT AND VISAS:

You must carry a valid passport and have obtained all of the appropriate visas, permits and certificates for the countries in which you will visit during your trip. Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the duration of the trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of the correct visas, permits and certificates for your trip; please refer to the Trip Notes for details. We are not responsible if you are refused entry to a country because you lack the correct passport, visa or other travel documentation.

BOOKING CONDITIONS

Your booking will be confirmed by email once we receive your deposit of 40% of total trip cost & the balance 60% of total trip cost after on arrival in Kathmandu.

CANCELATION

In case of cancellation by the Traveller, the Agency has the right to charge a percentage cancellation fee according to the following scale:

Up to 30 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 20%
15-29 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 30%
7-14 days before the “Trip Start Day” a fee of 60%
6 or less days until the “Trip Start Day” and in the event of non-appearance a fees of 90%
For trip postpone, we will not take any charges

Why Book With Us?

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  • 16 years of experienced in tour & trekking operation
  • All insured vehicle we use in our tour 
  • All insured trekking guide & porter 
  • Government certified guide 
  • Trustworthy travel agency
  • Unbeatable value for money
  • Real care customer service
  • Tailor made itinerary as per clients interest 
  • Flexibility in itinerary, price, dates & during the tour operation 
  • You can book upto 12 person group directly through website; so you can travel togather with your family, co-worker, realtivies.

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