3 Days Pokhara Tour
Max. Altitude
1600 m
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accomodation
Activity
Nature and Wildlife
Best Season
Spring, Autumn & Winter
Duration
3 Days
Destination
Nepal
Grade
Start/End Point
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Nature Of Trek
Sightseeing
Comprehensive Travel Overview
Pokhara Valley is one of the most popular tourist hubs in Nepal. Many trekkers from all over the world visit Nepal to enjoy the Pokhara tour package, which is why it has become as popular as, if not even more popular, than the Kathmandu tour. There are other options to visit Pokhara, such as the Annapurna Base Camp trek, Annapurna region trek, etc., since Pokhara is the gateway to every trek and tour of the Annapurna region.
The Pokhara tour takes you through the beautiful landscapes of Nepal. It starts at Phewa Lake, the second-largest lake in the country. Green hills surround the lake. The trekkers can also engage in boating while enjoying the scenery and relaxing in the peaceful atmosphere. The tour also includes a visit to the World Peace Pagoda. This is among the popular Buddhist stupas at the top of Pokhara. You can see stunning views of Mount Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Pokhara Valley.
Davis Falls is another fantastic trekking attraction in Pokhara. This beautiful waterfall pours into a deep gorge. It got its name from a woman who drowned there, but her body was never found. If you are interested in history and culture, the Pokhara Travel Package includes visiting the International Mountain Museum. So let’s look closer at the Pokhara Tour and the detailed itinerary.
2 Night 3 Days Pokhara Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara
The first day of your Pokhara Tour begins with breakfast in the Hotel in Kathmandu. Based on your vehicle, you will board a few modes of transport from a tourist bus to Pokhara, which takes about six to seven hours. Along the scenic route, you will pass through different landscapes, including rivers, jungles, mountains, etc.
After about six to seven hours of intense drive, you will reach Pokhara; you will then check into your hotel, and if you are up for it, you can stroll around the lakeside area or even engage in fun boating, which revolves around Fewa Lake and Barahi Temple.
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Breakfast, Dinner |
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3 Star Hotel |
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1,400 m |
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7 hours Drive |
Day 2: Pokhara Full-Day Sightseeing
The second day of the Pokhara Tour begins with waking up in the Pokhara Hotel. After breakfast, you will start exploring different tourist destinations of Pokhara. Today, we will first explore Davis Falls, a huge waterfall that flows from the top of the mountain to the lower caves and disappears.
Davis Falls is a popular attraction in Pokhara Valley. It was named after a Swiss couple who sadly died in the area in the 1960s. The water flows strongly during the monsoon season. Visitors can also enjoy the beautiful garden that surrounds the falls.
Another trek attraction is the Gupteshwor cave, which holds significant religious values for local and Asian trekkers. The cave is mostly covered with limestone, which increases the mystery among tourists. Some other places to explore are Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave, World Peace Pagoda etc.
We will also visit one of the popular places in Pokhara, Sarangkot, where we can enjoy the stunning mountains views and sunrise or sunset depends which time you go sarangkot. After exploring the Pokhara Valley, we returned to the hotel for dinner and rested overnight.
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Breakfast, Dinner |
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3 Star Hotel |
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1600 m |
Day 3: Boating in the Morning, Fly to Kathmandu
Our tour’s third and final day begins with an early morning breakfast around 6am. And take taxi to tourist bus park around 15 minute drive. You take tourist bus to kathmandu. It takes six to seven hours.
This is the end of our 2 nights 3 days Pokhara tour. And we arrange car or van for final international airport departure. We hope you enjoyed your stay and will return for some more adventure.
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3 Days Pokhara Tour Trip Information
Why should you Visit Pokhara City?
Pokhara is one of the best picturesque cities of Nepal. Many trekkers who visit Nepal are familiar with Pokhara, which is why it’s getting lots of attraction over the years and is becoming even more popular than Kathmandu Valley.
Pokhara trip is the best way to explore this majestic city, and it is perfect for beginners or for having a good time with a family with small children or older parents. So here are some reasons you want to visit Pokhara.
Adventure Activity
The tour to Pokhara can be amazing for the people who love adventure. Despite not being an altitude trekking package, plenty of adventure activities like boating, rafting, paragliding, rock climbing, sky diving, zip lining, and catapult activities are best for thrill seekers and adventure lovers.
Stunning Views
Pokhara is the major tourist hub in Nepal, and it is popular for providing stunning views of the mountains, rivers, valleys, and jungles. Plenty of places like Sarangkot and Mandre Dhunga are where you can click some amazing pictures of the entire Annapurna region. This is for tourists who love the peaceful view of the entire Annapurna region.
Cultural Immersion
Another reason to tour Pokhara is to meet new people and learn about their culture, traditions, customs, and festivals. They also have their own local drinks, foods, and rituals, of which they are proud. You can also visit different temples, monasteries, meditation caves, etc., providing insight into their long-preserved culture and traditions.
Gateway to Mountains
Another major reason to visit Pokhara is to experience the amazing Himalayan treks and tours. Pokhara is the gateway to many trekking and tour packages in the Annapurna region, like Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek. This is also the place where you can gather all the equipment, hire guides and porters, and exchange currency before going on some amazing trekking journey.
3 Things to Experience in Pokhara City
Pokhara is a tourist’s paradise and is among the most visited cities in Nepal, alongside Kathmandu. You can engage in different activities during your visit to Pokhara. However, there are three major activities that you are no
Boating
Boating is one of the most common activities tourists can engage in during their Pokhara Tour. One of the most common places for boating in Pokhara is Fewa Lake which is available for the entire year. However, other bodies of water, like Rara Lake, Begnas Lake, etc., are not ideal for boating during the winter and monsoon season. Previously, tourists used to engage in boating and fishing simultaneously, but at this time, the rate of boating has decreased significantly.
Paragliding
Pokhara is one of the top five places known for paragliding and is among Nepal’s best places. Over the years, hundreds of thousands of trekkers and tourists have visited Pokhara either only for paragliding or to include paragliding among their fun activities. One of the most common methods of paragliding in Pokhara is Tandem paragliding. In tandem paragliding, passengers sit in a harness in front of the pilot, which lets them enjoy the scenery and chat during the flight.
During peak season, over 250 paragliding flights happen each day. The new take-off point, Mandre Dhunga, is at 1788 meters (5866 feet), which is higher than the old site at Sarangkot. Paragliding in Pokhara offers a unique view of Fewa Lake and its valley. Many people come to Pokhara just for this adventure, making it very popular. Located 200 km west of Kathmandu, it’s a must-try for those seeking thrills.
Clubbing
Clubbing is another fun activity that tourists can engage in during the Pokhara tour. The lakeside in Pokhara is known for its amazing nightlife, with different pubs, clubs, discos, restaurants, and other places where tourists can enjoy clubbing. You can enjoy live music, DJs, and even live concerts, especially during festivals like Dashain and Tihar. You can even book the special Pokhara tour from Kathmandu, where you can enjoy live music on your tourist bus during your road trip.
Food and Accommodation Options at Pokhara City
One of the things to consider during your Pokhara tour package from Kathmandu is the food and accommodation options you will find. Pokhara is a very popular tourist hub with many luxurious 3 to 5-star hotels, restaurants, lake-side inns, and budget-friendly lodges.
Some of the popular hotels that you can stay at in Pokhara, especially in the lakeside area, are Majestic Lake Front Hotel & Suites, Lake View Resort, Hotel Lake Star, Fish Tail Lodge, and Hotel Trekkers Inn.
Regarding foods in Pokhara, tourists can enjoy many local Nepali delicacies. Some of the common are Dal Bhat, Momo, Dhindo, Yomari, Thakali Khana, Gundruk, Aloo Tamang, Bara, and Chatamari. Through this amazing food, tourists can taste the local produce and learn about the culture of Nepal.
However, they can also enjoy several Western delicacies from American, Chinese, Thai, Italian, Indian, etc. Pizzas, Burgers, Soups, Steaks, Spaghetti, macaroni, etc., are common Western dishes that tourists demand during their tour. So, when touring the city of Pokhara, make sure to taste the Nepali food items before tasting Western food items.
How do you prepare for the Pokhara Tour?
Pokhara Tour can be your most fun experience if you decide to prepare it accordingly. Although the Pokhara tour is not difficult in Nepal, proper preparation is still needed to improve your experience. First of all, your preparation begins with booking a flight to Kathmandu.
After arriving in Kathmandu, you will choose the transportation mode, such as flights, buses, cars, etc. Once you reach Pokhara, it’s time to explore the incredible places in Pokhara, but if you are new, then you might have a language barrier, don’t know about the culture, and may offend the locals, so the best way to prepare for this problem is by hiring guides.
They will teach you about the culture and history of your visiting place, translate your language, help you navigate, and keep you safe throughout the trek.
Touring Pokhara in ideal seasons like Spring and Autumn is easy, but if you plan this tour in Winter or Monsoon season, then you need to prepare for poor weather conditions, freezing temperatures, harsh climates, natural disasters, insects, etc. Hence, you need to prepare for these conditions by packing the necessary clothes, pieces of equipment, and gear.
What can you expect at the Pokhara Tour?
Over a few years, Pokhara has become a major tourist attraction. Hence, thousands of trekkers from all around the world, However, they ask the same questions: what can you expect during the Pokhara tour? So here are some of the things you can expect during your stunning tour of Pokhara.
Majestic Views
One of the things that you will expect during the Pokhara tour is the chance to see majestic views of the valleys, mountains, and the entire Annapurna region. Even on the way to Pokhara, tourists will see the stunning views of Mount Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. During the two to three days of the tour, you will visit major places like Davis Falls, Bat Cave, etc., where you can see stunning mountain views. from the top of the ridges.
Adventure activities
Another thing you can expect during the Pokhara tour is the chance to engage in adventure activities such as paragliding, zip lining, rock climbing, boating, etc. Pokhara Tour is the perfect place for adventure activities without experiencing very tough treks like Annapurna Base Camp or Circuit Trek.
Mesmerizing Nightlife
Pokhara’s nightlife is lively and fun. The Lakeside area becomes a popular spot as the sun sets. Many bars and clubs feature live music, ranging from traditional Nepali folk to rock and pop. Locals and tourists fill the dance floors, creating a joyful atmosphere. The streets buzz with chatter and laughter as friends share stories and experiences. Pokhara’s nightlife offers a unique experience for anyone looking to enjoy its vibrant energy.
Best Time for Pokhara Tour
Pokhara Tour is one of the most fun and adventurous tours in Nepal. However, to make this tour even more fun and less challenging, you must time it in the ideal season. The best time to visit Pokhara Tour is either the Spring season, from March to May or the Autumn season, between September and November.
The tour and trekking conditions are ideal during Spring and Autumn, especially the weather and climate. The weather is sunny, crisp, vibrant, and slightly chilly, perfect for the Pokhara Day Tour. During these seasons, Nepali people also celebrate local festivals like Dashain, Tihar, Buddha Jayanti, Janai Purnima, Holi etc.
However, you need to remember that Pokhara is very crowded during these conditions, so you won’t be able to get the peaceful tour experience you were hoping for. Furthermore, in these seasons, the price of a sightseeing tour of Pokhara might increase compared to other seasons, so make sure of your budget and double-check with any trekking agency.
Dates & Prices
Our fixed departure dates and per-person pricing make it simple for both solo travelers and small groups to join the adventure. It’s a great chance to meet new people and share the experience with other trekkers. Just choose your preferred date, and we’ll take care of the rest.
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