Kathmandu and Pokhara Cultural and Nature Tour

Swayambhunath, also named as the monkey temple is surrounded by monkeys all over the area. Famous for people following both Hinduism and Buddhism, this temple not only provides the cultural and religious aspects but also offers various arts, architecture and the magnificent view of Kathmandu valley from the western side of its hillock. Swyambhunath Stupa is imprinted by the eye of Lord Buddha, which stands for peace and knowledge.

Boudhanath is the oldest and largest stupa in the valley, which was built during the Licchhavi dynasty in the 5th century around 2500 years ago. Its old name is ‘Khasa’ but later it was changed to Boudhanath by the government. You will find many Buddhist pilgrims and monks from Tibet and various places going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.

The world famous Hindu temple, Pashupatinath is regarded as one of the holiest and oldest Hindu temple in the world. This temple is located 5km east from the city center at the bank of the holy Bagmati River. Pashupatinath area is widely decorated by various ornaments dedicated to Lord Shiva. As followed by the Hindu Culture, the cremation of the dead is done in Pashupatinath area by the side of the bank of the holy Bagmati River.

Patan Durbar Square is situated at the center of the Lalitpur district. The main attraction of Patan Durbar Square is the ancient royal palace, where the Malla Kings of Lalitpur resided. There are many temples and idols in this area. You can also explore the Newari lifestyle, food and culture in the square and visit museums that contain many ancient and antique items that have a lot of historical significance.

After breakfast, you’ll drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu via tourist bus/private car. On the way you’ll be rewarded with the magnificent views of Snowcapped peaks, various landscapes, green hills, traditional settlements and small towns. After arrival in Pokhara, you can enjoy night life of Pokhara city in the bank of the Fewa Lake, overnight stay at your hotel.

After the breakfast, you’ll go for the sightseeing. You’ll visit Davis Falls, Barahi Temple, International mountain museum, Tibetan refugee camp, Mahendra cave and Fewa Lake, at the same time you’ll gate chance for boating in lake. Overnight stay at your hotel in Pokhara

On this day, you need to wake up early in the morning to catch the mesmerizing sunrise view over the Himalayas. At the same time you will be rewarded with the stunning views of snowcapped mountains including Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range as well as the outstanding view of the valley. Then you’ll back to your hotel to take a breakfast and we drive you to tourist buspark to catch your bus back to Kathmandu (you can fly back to Kathmandu on extra amount if you wish). You can again see the beautiful view of Mountains, Valleys, Rivers, Jungles and many other through your drive. After reaching Kathmandu we drop you to your hotel. You can enjoy the shopping.