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- Destination: Nepal
- Duration: 7 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Hiking
About This Trip
Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour — this immersive 7-day private journey takes you through Nepal's most iconic destinations: the UNESCO heritage cities of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, followed by the breathtaking natural beauty of Pokhara and the Annapurna Himalayan region. Explore ancient Durbar Squares, sacred Buddhist stupas, and living Hindu temples — then fly to Pokhara for sunrise hikes, Phewa Lake boat rides, and panoramic views over some of the world's highest mountains. Entirely private. Entirely bespoke. The most rewarding way to experience Nepal in one week.
Why This Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara Tour Is Exceptional
Nepal offers two completely different worlds within a single short flight of each other.
Kathmandu is a living museum — a valley of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, vibrant markets, and centuries of Newari craftsmanship packed into one extraordinary city.
Pokhara is its perfect counterpoint — serene, lake-side, and framed by snow-capped Himalayan peaks that seem impossibly close. Pokhara is also the gateway to the Annapurna region, one of the world's most celebrated trekking areas, making it ideal for hiking enthusiasts of all levels. Greatnepaltreks
Together, they form the definitive Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour — culture and Himalayas, ancient temples and mountain sunrises, all in seven seamless days.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
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Kathmandu
Arrival
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Kathmandu, Patan
Kathmandu: Durbar Square, Kumari Temple
Patan: Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa
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Kathmandu, Bhaktapur
Kathmandu: Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple
Bhaktapur: Durbar Square, Changu Narayan Temple
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Pokhara
World Peace Pagoda, Devi's Fall, Phewa Lake, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, International Mountain Museum
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Kathmandu
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu – Start Your Nepal Adventure
Your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour begins the moment you land at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport.
Your private representative greets you at arrivals and transfers you directly to your hotel.
After settling in, take your first stroll through Thamel — Kathmandu’s famous tourist district, buzzing with trekking shops, handicraft stores, and traditional Nepali restaurants. End the evening with a welcome dinner of authentic Nepali cuisine — your introduction to the flavors of the Himalayas.
Highlights: Arrival in Kathmandu, private airport transfer, Thamel exploration, traditional Nepalese dinner, hotel check-in.
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- Day 2: Kathmandu & Patan – Ancient Architecture and Cultural Immersion
A full day of cultural immersion on your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour begins at the Ason Tole Vegetable and Spice Market — one of Kathmandu’s most vibrant and atmospheric traditional markets.
Continue to Kathmandu Durbar Square — a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with medieval palaces, intricately carved wooden temples, and the revered Kumari Temple, home to Nepal’s living goddess. Explore the Taleju Temple and the striking black stone idol of Kal Bhairav nearby.
In the afternoon, drive to Patan (Lalitpur) — renowned throughout Nepal for its extraordinary Newari architecture and metalwork craftsmanship. Patan Durbar Square is arguably the finest of the three Kathmandu Valley squares, with an exceptional museum of traditional Nepali art and bronzeware.
End the day at Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) — perched on a hilltop above the valley, its golden spire and painted Buddha eyes watching over Kathmandu from every direction.
Highlights: Ason Tole Market, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kumari Temple, Patan Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, optional Mt. Everest flight.
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- Day 3: Kathmandu & Bhaktapur – Spiritual Sites and Historic Wonders
The spiritual highlight day of your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour — visiting two of Nepal’s most important religious monuments before exploring a beautifully preserved medieval city.
Begin at the magnificent Boudhanath Stupa — one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world and the center of Tibetan Buddhist culture in Nepal. The stupa’s iconic mandala shape and all-seeing eyes are among the most photographed images in all of Asia.
Continue to Pashupatinath Temple — Nepal’s holiest Hindu shrine, dedicated to Lord Shiva and situated on the sacred Bagmati River. Witness ancient cremation rituals and sadhus (holy men) adorned in orange robes along the riverside ghats — a deeply moving and authentic cultural experience.
In the afternoon, travel to Bhaktapur — a magnificently preserved medieval city that feels entirely separate from modern Kathmandu. Explore Bhaktapur Durbar Square with its 55-Window Palace, the Golden Gate, and the elegant Nyatapola Temple.
Finish at Changu Narayan Temple — the oldest Vishnu temple in Nepal, dating back to the 4th century, adorned with ancient stone carvings and sculptures of extraordinary craftsmanship.
Highlights: Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Changu Narayan Temple, Thamel shopping.
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- Day 4: Kathmandu to Pokhara – Gateway to the Himalayas
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a short 25-minute domestic flight to Pokhara — and the second act of your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour begins.
Pokhara is one of Nepal’s most enchanting cities. Set beside the mirror-calm waters of Phewa Lake, with the Annapurna and Machhapuchchhre (Fishtail Mountain) peaks rising dramatically beyond the shoreline, it is one of the most beautiful settings of any city in Asia.
Check in to your lakeside hotel, then spend the afternoon strolling the lakeside promenade, browsing local handicraft shops, and absorbing the serene Himalayan atmosphere. A boat ride on Phewa Lake at dusk — watching the snow peaks turn gold and pink in the evening light — is one of the simplest and most unforgettable moments of this entire tour.
Highlights: Flight to Pokhara, Phewa Lake stroll, lakeside exploration, hotel check-in, local market visit.
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- Day 5: Pokhara – Hiking, Natural Wonders, and Cultural Sights
The most active day of your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour — a morning hike followed by a full afternoon of Pokhara’s natural and cultural highlights.
Begin with a peaceful boat ride across Phewa Lake, paddling through reflections of the Annapurna range. Then begin your hike up to the World Peace Pagoda — a gleaming white Buddhist stupa built by Japanese monks, offering panoramic 360-degree views across Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake, and the entire Annapurna massif.
After descending, visit Devi’s Fall (Patale Chhango) — a dramatic waterfall where the Phusre Khola stream suddenly disappears into a deep underground gorge. The adjacent Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave houses a sacred Shiva lingam deep within its dark cavern — one of the most unusual temples in Nepal.
End at the excellent International Mountain Museum — a world-class institution showcasing Nepal’s extraordinary mountaineering history, native flora and fauna, and the daily life of Himalayan communities.
Relax by the lakeside at sunset — a perfect close to an extraordinary day.
Highlights: Phewa Lake boat ride, World Peace Pagoda, Devi’s Fall, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, International Mountain Museum, lakeside sunset.
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- Day 6: Sarangkot Sunrise Hike & Return to Kathmandu
The most memorable morning of your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour — a pre-dawn hike to Sarangkot.
Wake early and make the light hiking trek up to Sarangkot (1,592 m) — Pokhara’s most famous viewpoint. As the sky lightens, the snow-capped summits of Machapuchare (Fishtail Mountain) and the Annapurna range emerge from the darkness, bathed in extraordinary shades of pink, orange, and gold.
Sarangkot offers one of the most unforgettable sunrise views over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges in all of Nepal — and standing here on a clear morning, with the Himalayas above you and Phewa Lake glittering below, it is easy to understand why Nepal captivates every traveler who visits.
Return to the hotel for breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your return flight to Kathmandu.
In the afternoon, enjoy a final stroll through Thamel — pick up last-minute gifts, visit galleries and boutiques, or simply sit in a café and reflect on an extraordinary week.
The evening ends with a traditional Nepali cultural dinner featuring live folk music and classical dance performances — the perfect farewell to Nepal.
Highlights: Sarangkot sunrise hike, Machapuchare views, breakfast, flight to Kathmandu, Thamel stroll, cultural dinner with dance.
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- Day 7: Kathmandu – Departure
After a final Nepali breakfast, your private driver transfers you to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport.
Your Nepal Kathmandu Pokhara tour ends here — but the gilded spires of Boudhanath, the mountain sunrise at Sarangkot, and the living heritage of Bhaktapur’s medieval streets will stay with you long after you return home.
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