
Days
6 Days
Arrival City
Kathmandu
Departure City
Kathmandu
Best Season
Sept – Dec, March – May
Max Altitude
2,100m
Walking Distance
430 km
Accommodation
Deluxe Accommodation in 3 star hotel in twin/triple sharing basis
Transportation
Private Tourist Vehicle
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
2 - 16
The Kathmandu-Nagarkot-Pokhara-Kathmandu circuit is a quintessential Nepalese itinerary. It perfectly blends vibrant cultural heritage, majestic Himalayan sunrises, and serene lakeside tranquility. Spanning anywhere from 5 to 9 days, it is an accessible journey suitable for all types of travelers.
📍 Route: Kathmandu ➔ Nagarkot ➔ Pokhara ➔ Kathmandu 🎯 Add-ons: MuKtinath Temple, Ram Janaki Temple, Doleshwor Mahadev, Lumbini, Chitwan, Dhulikhel, Chandragiri, & Mountain Flights!
A representative from our agency will be waiting outside the Trivuwan International airport (TIA) according to your flight schedule to transfer you to the Nagarkot hotel. On the way you’ll take to visit the ancient Changu Narayan Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is widely celebrated as Nepal’s oldest Hindu temple; date back 4th century stone and wood art. A short briefing will be done about the trip once you have checked in. Evening beautiful sunset over the himalays. Stay overnight at Nagarkot hotel.
Early morning in Nagarkot (The Himalayan Panorama) Sunrise over the Peaks: Nagarkot is renowned for its sweeping, unobstructed views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest on clear days. A road trip from Nagarkot/Kathmandu to Pokhara via Manakamana combines spiritual exploration with breathtaking Himalayan nature. Spanning roughly 200 km along the Prithvi Highway, the 6 to 7-hour journey treats travelers to terraced hills, vibrant river valleys, and a cable car ascent to the sacred Hindu temple Manakamana dedicated to the wish-fulfilling Goddess Bhagwati. Stay overnight at Pokhara.
Early in the morning (5:00 AM) group will take to see sunrise from Sarangkot hill with the most beautiful viewpoint to see the mountain range. Located at an altitude of 1600 m, Sarangkot offers a magnificent view of the Machhapuchhre, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountains. After group will take to visit Pumdikot Shiva Statue, is the second-tallest Shiva statue in Nepal. The site is surrounded by 108 Shiva Lingams, houses Asia's largest Damaru (drum), and offers spectacular 360-degree views of the Annapurna range, Fewa Lake, and the sprawling Pokhara valley. The Peace Pagoda which is lies on the hill top and symbols of peace and harmony, Devi’s falls that merges into the ground towards the cave of Gupteshwor Mahadev. This place is sacred; an imposing stalagmite is worshiped as a Shiva lingam. Then you'll take to Fewa lake for boating. You'll glide across emerald waters while enjoying panoramic views of the Annapurna range, capture reflections of the iconic Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) peak, and visit the sacred Tal Barahi Temple situated on a small, forested island in the center of the lake, this iconic two-tiered pagoda is dedicated to Goddess Barahi (an incarnation of Durga). It is the most important religious monument in Pokhara. After you have a free time in Lake side for shopping. Stay overnight in Pokhara.
In the morning you'll take to visit The Bindhyabasini Temple is one of the oldest and most prominent Hindu temples in Pokhara, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Bindhyabasini, a manifestation of Durga. After you will drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara. A Pokhara to Kathmandu road trip via Bandipur (Pahad ki Rani) offers the perfect blend of lakeside adventure, rich Newari culture, and breathtaking Himalayan scenery. The entire journey covers roughly 200 km, breaking the tedious Prithvi Highway drive into smaller, more scenic sections. Leaving the busy Prithvi Highway, you will take a winding, uphill road to Bandipur. The contrast between the dusty highway and the quiet, vehicle-free cobbled streets of the village is striking.Newari Heritage: Bandipur is famous for its exceptionally well-preserved 18th-century Newari architecture, intricately carved wooden windows, and relaxed atmosphere. By the evening you'll arrive in Kathmandu city. Stay overnight at Kathmandu.
Kathmandu, Nepal's vibrant capital, seamlessly blends ancient spirituality and rich medieval history. Today you'll take to explore the revered Pashupatinath Temple: situated on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, this is the most important Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Visitors can watch priests perform daily rituals and observe open-air cremation ghats on the riverbanks. Gueshwori mata (Shakti Peeth): The Guhyeshwari Temple is a revered Hindu Shakti Peeth located north-east on the banks of the Bagmati River. As a highly sacred, tantric site, it is traditionally visited by pilgrims before they enter the main Pashupatinath Temple. Peaceful and Divine Experience at Budhanilkantha Temple (Jal Narayan): Located just 9 km north of Kathmandu's city center, the Budhanilkantha Temple is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site famous for its massive, 5-meter-long "Sleeping Vishnu" statue. Carved from a single block of black basalt, the statue lies peacefully in a holy, open-air pond. And watching the sunset from the Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple): the ancient Swayambhunath Stupa (widely known as the Monkey Temple) is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The tour highlights an arduous but rewarding 365-step climb, iconic "all-seeing" Buddha eyes, the golden Vajra, and breathtaking, panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. Stay Overnight at Kathmandu.
Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! Our representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal
This trip runs on a customizable, on-request basis — choose your own start date and we'll build the group and logistics around it.
📍 Route: Kathmandu ➔ Nagarkot ➔ Pokhara ➔ Kathmandu 🎯 Add-ons: MuKtinath Temple, Ram Janaki Temple, Doleshwor Mahadev, Lumbini, Chitwan, Dhulikhel, Chandragiri, & Mountain Flights!
Every itinerary can be adjusted for extra acclimatization days, private departures, or combining with another region. Mention it in your enquiry and we'll rework the day-by-day plan accordingly.
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