Nepal Twin-Valley Holiday

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Nepal’s two best-loved valleys could not be more different. Kathmandu is dense with temples, courtyards and history, while Pokhara spreads around a lake with the Annapurna range standing above it. This six-day visit gives you three nights in the capital and two in Pokhara, with a comfortable road journey along the Trishuli river between them, so that you see both the devotional and the natural face of the country without rushing.

In Kathmandu the programme covers the three monuments every pilgrim wants: Pashupatinath on the Bagmati, where the sanctum holds a four-faced Shivalinga and Indian nationals enter freely; Boudhanath, the largest stupa in Nepal; and Swayambhunath on its hilltop west of the city. All three are part of the Kathmandu Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Pokhara the days are easier: a boat on Fewa Lake to the Tal Barahi island temple, the Bindhyabasini Devi temple, the plunge of Devi’s Fall into Gupteshwor Mahadev cave, the deep Seti gorge, and, for those willing to rise early, dawn at Sarangkot when the first light touches Machhapuchhre, the Fishtail peak.

The yatra is suited to families with elderly members and to first-time visitors to Nepal. Walking is moderate and there is no altitude to worry about: Kathmandu lies at about 1,400 m and Pokhara at roughly 800 m. Indian citizens need no visa, so you can decide on dates at short notice. Those pressed for time can swap the return drive for a 25-minute flight at extra cost.

Route

Kathmandu (arrival) → Kathmandu valley temples → Pokhara via Trishuli valley (about 200 km, 6-7 hours) → Pokhara sightseeing → Kathmandu → departure

Good to know before you book

Indian citizens need no visa for Nepal; adults carry a passport or Voter ID, and children under 15 or seniors over 65 may use Aadhaar with a photo ID.
The Kathmandu-Pokhara highway is a full day’s drive with hill sections; the newer Pokhara international airport also offers short flights (extra, and weather-dependent).
October to early December gives the clearest mountain views; March and April are warm with rhododendrons on the hills; June to September is monsoon with cloud cover.
Entry tickets at heritage sites are charged separately. SAARC nationals pay reduced rates at Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and the Durbar Squares.
Indian notes above Rs 100 are not legally accepted in Nepal; exchange money or use cards.
Hotels are standard tourist class in Thamel or Lazimpat (Kathmandu) and Lakeside (Pokhara), with vegetarian meals arranged.

Yatra Highlights

Darshan at Pashupatinath and visits to Boudhanath and Swayambhunath stupas
Boat ride on Fewa Lake to Tal Barahi temple with the Annapurna range above
Devi's Fall, Gupteshwor cave, Seti gorge and optional Sarangkot sunrise

Day 1 :

Arrival in Kathmandu

Our representative meets you at Tribhuvan International Airport or your arrival point, your arrival point (airport, railway station or hotel) at the agreed time, and drives you to the hotel. After check-in there is time to rest and, if you arrive early, a short walk into Thamel or to the Garden of Dreams. In the evening we go over the programme and the temple timings for the next day. Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight: Kathmandu

Day 2 :

Pashupatinath, Boudhanath and Swayambhunath

Leave early for Pashupatinath so that darshan is done before the crowds build. Indian yatris enter the main courtyard on showing ID; the sanctum, with its silver doors and four-faced linga, is visited clockwise, and the Guhyeshwari Shakti Peeth lies a short walk upstream. From there drive to Boudhanath and walk the kora around the great white dome, then cross the city to Swayambhunath, the hilltop stupa reached by about 365 stone steps (a road goes most of the way up for those who prefer). The view over the whole valley from the top is the best in Kathmandu. Afternoon at leisure; Patan Durbar Square or the old lanes of Asan market are good options if you have energy left.

Overnight: Kathmandu

Day 3 :

Drive to Pokhara along the Trishuli

After breakfast set out west on the Prithvi Highway. The road follows the Trishuli river for much of the way, past rafting put-in points and small bazaars, then climbs over to the Marsyangdi valley. It is about 200 km but takes six to seven hours with tea and lunch stops. Manakamana temple is on this road and can be added as a cable-car detour (extra, about two hours). Reach Pokhara by late afternoon and check in at a Lakeside hotel. Evening stroll along the Fewa lakefront.

Overnight: Pokhara

Day 4 :

Pokhara sights and Fewa Lake

For those who wish, a pre-dawn drive to Sarangkot (about 1,600 m) for sunrise on the Annapurnas and Machhapuchhre; return for breakfast. The day then covers Bindhyabasini temple, dedicated to Durga and the oldest shrine in Pokhara; Devi's Fall, where the Pardi Khola disappears underground; Gupteshwor Mahadev cave across the road, whose Shivalinga chamber leads to a view of the same waterfall from below; the Seti river gorge, a narrow slot so deep the water is barely visible; and the Tibetan settlement with its monastery and carpet-weaving centre. Late afternoon, a one-hour boat ride on Fewa Lake to the Tal Barahi island temple and back as the light softens on the water.

Overnight: Pokhara

Day 5 :

Return to Kathmandu

A relaxed morning in Pokhara, perhaps for shopping on Lakeside or a visit to the International Mountain Museum, then the drive back to Kathmandu by the same highway. Expect to arrive by evening. A farewell dinner at the hotel closes the yatra. If you prefer, the drive can be replaced with a Pokhara-Kathmandu flight at extra cost, which frees most of the day in Pokhara.

Overnight: Kathmandu

Day 6 :

Departure

Breakfast and check-out. Depending on your flight or onward travel, there may be time for a last visit to a temple or market. Drop at Kathmandu airport or your departure point (airport, railway station or hotel).

Overnight: Not applicable (departure day)

Night	Place	Hotel (or similar)	Room type
1	Kathmandu	Hotel confirmed at booking	Standard room, sharing basis
2	Kathmandu	Hotel confirmed at booking	Standard room, sharing basis
3	Pokhara (Lakeside)	Hotel confirmed at booking	Standard room, sharing basis
4	Pokhara (Lakeside)	Hotel confirmed at booking	Standard room, sharing basis
5	Kathmandu	Hotel confirmed at booking	Standard room, sharing basis

Frequently Asked Questions

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Do Indians need a visa or passport?

No visa. Adults must carry an original passport or Voter ID issued by the Election Commission of India. Children under 15 and travellers over 65 may use Aadhaar together with another photo ID. Airlines will not accept Aadhaar alone for adults between 15 and 65.

Is the Kathmandu-Pokhara drive very tiring?

It is a long day of about six to seven hours on a hill highway, with stops every couple of hours. Elderly guests manage it well in a comfortable vehicle, but if you prefer, we can book the 25-minute flight in one or both directions at extra cost.

Will we see the mountains?

From October to early December and again in March-April, Pokhara usually has clear morning views of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri. Afternoons cloud over, so local darshan of the mountains is best done early. We do not guarantee views, since weather is beyond anyone’s control.

Can we add Manakamana or Muktinath?

Manakamana temple can be added as a cable-car stop on the Pokhara drive (about two extra hours). Muktinath needs an additional two to three days via Jomsom and is offered as a separate package or an extension; ask us for the combined itinerary.

Are the meals vegetarian?

Yes. Breakfast and dinner are arranged at the hotels on a pure vegetarian basis. Jain meals can be organised with advance notice. Lunches are on your own; Indian and Nepali vegetarian food is widely available.

What should we budget for entry tickets?

Ticket prices change from year to year, so we do not list them here. SAARC nationals pay a lower rate than other foreigners at Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and the Durbar Squares, and Pashupatinath is free for Indian citizens. Your escort will tell you the current rates before each visit.

Is this suitable for senior citizens?

Yes. There is no altitude, the hotels are in town, and the walking is optional at most places. We keep a slower pace for groups with elderly members and can arrange wheelchair-friendly transfers where the sites allow.

Is the Guhyeshwari Shakti Peeth included with Pashupatinath?

Yes. On Day 2 we go early to Pashupatinath, where Indian yatris enter the main courtyard on showing ID and take darshan of the four-faced linga. The Guhyeshwari Shakti Peeth is a short walk upstream along the Bagmati, so we include it before driving on to Boudhanath and Swayambhunath. Any puja or offerings at either temple are paid by you directly.

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