Kathmandu is the capital city of Nepal. It is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. There are so many attractions in Kathmandu for tourists to experience. Kathmandu is home to many different ethnic groups and is known as the land of one thousand temples. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu will provide you with the opportunity to get deep into Nepal’s culture, religions, and ancient architecture. The city is located at an altitude of 1350 m above sea level and surrounded on every side by hills. About one million people live in Kathmandu, and a total population of four million people live in the whole valley—Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur. When the weather is clear, you can see the panoramic view of the Langtang Himalaya even from the city. All of the must-see locations for tourists in Nepal will be covered on this tour.
Pokhara is the second largest tourist city in Nepal, and it is 210 km west of Kathmandu. Pokhara is more famous for the natural mountains, lakes, and caves. It is a lovely and quiet city compared to Kathmandu. Pokhara is considered the main tourist hub for both domestic and international tourists. Pokhara is a must-see in Nepal for nature excursions or a relaxing view of the Annapurna Himalayas. There are many possibilities to see the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu, including Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Machhapuchhre, from Pokhara.
Pokhara is very famous for seeing the sunrise over the Annapurna Himalaya. Just a distance of 11 km away, you can get to Sarangkot, which is a very scenic hill station, and have a wonderful sunrise view over the Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu Himalayan ranges. Once you are at Sarangkot, you can see the panoramic view of several stunning peaks, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu. The landscape and scenery around Pokhara are just outstanding.
Our Kathmandu-Pokhara tour is a wonderful way to experience the natural and cultural vibes of Kathmandu and Pokhara. We design the tour to showcase the majority of what Nepal has to offer. Do you have a short holiday and want to escape to Nepal? Then you may take this trip. You can tailor the trip to your holiday time frame, including additional attractions or omitting some to accommodate your schedule.