3 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour
Trip Facts
Overview
3 Days Kathmandu Pokhara Tour - Overview
Only have a long weekend in Nepal? This compact tour squeezes in the essentials: the temples and stupas of Kathmandu and the lakes and Himalayan views of Pokhara. It suits business travellers, transit visitors and anyone adding a taste of Nepal to an India trip.
Highlights
- Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath in Kathmandu.
- Scenic drive (or flight) to Pokhara.
- Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot.
- Boating on Phewa Lake to Tal Barahi temple.
Itinerary
Airport pick-up and afternoon guided visits to Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa. Overnight in Kathmandu.
- Altitude: 1400
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: -
Morning drive (6–7 hours) or 25-minute flight to Pokhara. Afternoon boating on Phewa Lake and a visit to Tal Barahi temple, then sunset from the World Peace Pagoda.
- Altitude: 822
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: Breakfast
Sunrise from Sarangkot, quick visit to Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave, then fly or drive back to Kathmandu for your departure.
- Altitude: 1600
- Accommodation: -
- Meals: Breakfast
Our Costs
Cost Includes
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Hotel accommodation on twin/double sharing with daily breakfast.
- Private tourist vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing per itinerary.
- Licensed English-speaking city guide for sightseeing days.
- Entrance fees for the heritage sites listed in the itinerary.
- Welcome drinking water and a Shalom Adventure travel map.
- All government taxes and service charges.
Cost Excludes
- International airfare and Nepal visa fee.
- Lunch and dinner unless mentioned in the itinerary.
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities such as paragliding, ultralight flights, cable car or Everest flight.
- Personal expenses: drinks, shopping, laundry, phone and Wi-Fi.
- Tips for guide and driver.
- Kathmandu–Pokhara flights (bus/private car included by default).
FAQ's
Yes. Flights take 25 minutes each way; we will quote the airfare separately.
It covers the key highlights but is fast-paced. For a relaxed trip consider our 4 or 6-day tours.
On clear mornings, yes – especially October to April. Monsoon clouds can hide the peaks.
All our tours are private by default, with your own vehicle and guide.
Yes, there is very little walking and the pace can be adjusted.
