Nepal luxury tour 5 days with Himalayan views, Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Phewa Lake in PokharaNepal luxury tour 5 days with Himalayan views, Bhaktapur Durbar Square and Phewa Lake in Pokhara

Glimpse of Himalayas - 5 Days Luxury Escape in Nepal

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  • Duration5 Days
  • Route Grade Family Travel
  • Trip Style Luxury Tours
  • Starting City Kathmandu
  • Ending City Kathmandu
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Trip Overview

The Glimpse of Himalayas 5 Days Luxury Escape tour is a short and premium tour that combines the culture of Kathmandu Valley with mountain views from Nagarkot and Sarangkot. You visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, spend a night at Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot, and fly to Pokhara for two nights at Sarangkot with views of the Annapurna range. You also visit Phewa Lake and the World Peace Pagoda in Pokhara. Then you fly back to Kathmandu to see Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

This short luxury tour is perfect for families, couples, and first time visitors to Nepal who want mountain views and comfortable stays without long road journeys or trekking. Private van transfers and round trip domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara make the journey convenient and relaxed. On clear days, you can see the Everest and Langtang ranges from Nagarkot and the Annapurna range from Sarangkot.

Trip Detail

Trip Detail
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Trip Code

 

Starting Point and End Point

Kathmandu to Kathmandu

Duration

5 Days, 4 Nights

Country

Nepal

Trip Style

Luxury Tours

Route Grade

Easy, Family Travel

Accommodation

Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot, Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot in Pokhara, Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu

Highlights

Nagarkot sunrise and sunset, Himalayan views, five UNESCO sites in Kathmandu, Sarangkot sunrise, Phewa Lake

Activities

Cultural sightseeing, mountain view stays, boating, scenic flights, optional paragliding, optional horse riding, optional cable car ride

Season

Spring (March to April) and Autumn (October to November)

Transportation

Private van for transfers and two domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara

Meals

Breakfast on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5

Itinerary Overview

You arrive in Kathmandu and visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square before driving to Nagarkot. You spend the night at Club Himalaya Resort and enjoy Himalayan views at sunset and sunrise. You then fly to Pokhara and see Pumdikot Shiva Temple, the World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Falls, Phewa Lake, and Tal Barahi Temple. You stay two nights at Sarangkot, where you can enjoy views of the Annapurna range. Then you fly back to Kathmandu and visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square. You spend your last night at Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel.

  • Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur sightseeing and overnight at Nagarkot

  • Day 2: Nagarkot sunrise, fly to Pokhara, Pokhara sightseeing, and overnight at Sarangkot

  • Day 3: Sarangkot sunrise and a relaxing day in the mountains

  • Day 4: Fly to Kathmandu and Kathmandu sightseeing

  • Day 5: International departure from Kathmandu

Why You Will Love This Trip

  • Two Best Himalayan View Stations: Nagarkot and Sarangkot are two of the best places in Nepal to see the mountains. From Nagarkot, you can see the Everest and Langtang ranges on clear days. From Sarangkot, you can see the Annapurna range. You visit both viewpoints in just five days, at an easy pace.

  • Bhaktapur, the Cultural Town: On Day 1 you take a guided walk through Bhaktapur. You see the 55 Window Palace, the Taleju Temple, the Golden Gate, Pottery Square, Taumadhi Square with Nyatapola Temple and Bhairabnath Temple, and Dattatreya Square. You also walk through the local bazaar between the squares.

  • Nagarkot Sunrise and Sunset: You spend the first night at Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot. You enjoy mountain views in the evening and again at sunrise. Views depend on the weather, and clear mornings are most common in autumn and spring.

  • Pokhara and Phewa Lake: Pokhara is a calm lakeside city. You visit Pumdikot Shiva Temple, the World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave and Davis Falls. In the afternoon you take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, visit Tal Barahi Temple, and have time for lunch and shopping at Lakeside.

  • Two Nights at Sarangkot: You stay two nights at Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot. You can enjoy the sunrise and the Annapurna range from your hotel. Day 3 is free for rest, a short walk, or optional activities.

  • Five UNESCO Sites in Kathmandu Valley: During the trip you visit five UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu valley: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple.

  • Short Travel Times: Two domestic flights, between Kathmandu and Pokhara, save many hours of road travel. The flight takes about 25 minutes.

  • Comfortable and Well Planned Trip: You stay in luxury hotels, travel by private van, and are looked after by an experienced licensed tour leader. Entry tickets for heritage sites and viewpoints are included.

Altitude and Activities

The tour begins in Kathmandu at about 1,400 m and then moves to Nagarkot at about 2,175 m. Pokhara is much lower at about 820 m, while Sarangkot is around 1,600 m. The highest overnight location is Nagarkot.

Day
Location
Altitude
Activities
Travel Time

Day 1

Bhaktapur and Nagarkot

1,400 m in Bhaktapur, about 2,175 m in Nagarkot

Bhaktapur Durbar Square walking tour, Nagarkot sunset

Airport to Bhaktapur is about 30 minutes, then drive to Nagarkot

Day 2

Nagarkot to Pokhara and Sarangkot

820 m in Pokhara, about 1,600 m at Sarangkot

Sunrise views, flight, Pumdikot Shiva Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Falls, Phewa Lake, Tal Barahi Temple

Drive to airport about 30 km, 1 hour, flight about 25 minutes.

Day 3

Sarangkot

1,600 m

Sunrise views, free day, optional walk, horse riding, paragliding or cable car

Free day

Day 4

Pokhara to Kathmandu

1,400 m

Flight, Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square

Flight about 25 minutes

Day 5

Departure

1,400 m

Airport transfer

Drive to airport

Accommodation and Meals

You will stay at Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot, Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot in Pokhara, and Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu. Breakfast is included on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5. Lunch and dinner are not included, so you can choose local restaurants and enjoy the Lakeside area in Pokhara and Thamel in Kathmandu.

Day
Location
Accommodation
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Day 1

Nagarkot

Club Himalaya Resort

N/A

Not included

Not included

Day 2

Sarangkot, Pokhara

Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot

Included

Not included

Not included

Day 3

Sarangkot, Pokhara

Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot

Included

Not included

Not included

Day 4

Kathmandu

Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel, Thamel

Included

Not included

Not included

Day 5

Departure

N/A

Included

N/A

N/A

Cost Includes

Cost and Inclusions

This 5 day tour includes 4 nights at Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot, Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot in Pokhara, and Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel. It also includes 4 breakfasts, private airport transfers, round trip domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara, an experienced licensed tour leader, and entry tickets for heritage sites and viewpoints. The table below shows what is included and what you arrange separately.

Cost Includes
Cost Excludes

Airport pickup and drop by private van

International flights to and from Kathmandu

4 nights at Club Himalaya Resort, Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot, and Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel

Nepal visa fee

4 breakfasts

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara

Round trip domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara

Travel insurance

Private van for all road transfers

Tips for guide, driver, and hotel staff

Experienced licensed tour leader

Personal expenses such as drinks, shopping, and phone calls

Entry tickets for heritage sites and viewpoints

Itinerary

Welcome to Nepal! Our representative will wait for you at Tribhuvan International Airport with your name on a sign and take you by private van to Bhaktapur, about 30 minutes away. As you arrive early in the day, you visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square before driving to Nagarkot.

Bhaktapur is one of the best cultural towns in Nepal and has four squares. Your guided walk starts at the main square, where you see the 55 Window Palace, the Taleju Temple and the Golden Gate. You then visit Pottery Square and Taumadhi Square, which has the tall Nyatapola Temple and the Bhairabnath Temple. You finish by walking through the local bazaar to Dattatreya Square, where the van waits to drive you to Nagarkot. You spend the night at Club Himalaya Resort.

Note: If your flight arrives after 4pm, we do the Bhaktapur sightseeing on the morning of Day 2, before your flight to Pokhara.

  • Route: Tribhuvan International Airport to Bhaktapur, then Nagarkot

  • Altitude: About 1,400 m in Bhaktapur and about 2,175 m in Nagarkot

  • Accommodation: Club Himalaya Resort, Nagarkot

  • Meals: None included

  • Highlights: Bhaktapur Durbar Square, 55 Window Palace, Taleju Temple, Golden Gate, Pottery Square, Taumadhi Square, Dattatreya Square

 

    Enjoy the sunrise and the views of the Himalayas from Nagarkot. After breakfast, you drive about 30 km, around 1 hour, to the domestic airport for the flight to Pokhara, which takes about 25 minutes.

    After you arrive, you start your Pokhara sightseeing with Pumdikot Shiva Temple, the World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, and Davis Falls. You then have lunch at Lakeside, take a boat ride on Phewa Lake, visit Tal Barahi Temple, and spend some time shopping at Lakeside. In the evening you drive to Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot. The rest of the day is free and easy.

    • Route: Nagarkot to Kathmandu airport, flight to Pokhara, then Sarangkot

    • Altitude: About 820 m in Pokhara and about 1,600 m at Sarangkot

    • Accommodation: Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot

    • Meals: Breakfast

    • Highlights: Nagarkot sunrise, scenic flight, Pumdikot Shiva Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, Davis Falls, Phewa Lake boating, Tal Barahi Temple

      Enjoy the sunrise and the view of the Annapurna range from your room. After breakfast, you can enjoy the Himalayan views from your hotel room or pool. Today is a relaxing day in the mountains.

      You can take a short walk around Sarangkot or try horse riding. If you like adventure, you can go paragliding at Sarangkot, which costs about INR 5000 per person. You can also take a 10 minute cable car ride down to Lakeside and Phewa Lake. These activities are optional and not included in the package. You spend the night at the same hotel.

      • Route: Sarangkot, free day

      • Altitude: About 1,600 m

      • Accommodation: Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot

      • Meals: Breakfast

      • Highlights: Sunrise and Annapurna views, short walk, optional horse riding, optional paragliding, optional cable car ride

        After breakfast, you take the 10am flight back to Kathmandu. After you arrive, you start your Kathmandu sightseeing with Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

        Pashupatinath is a major Hindu temple on the Bagmati River. Only Hindus can enter the main temple, but you can see it from the opposite bank. Boudhanath is one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world, and Swayambhunath is a hilltop stupa with wide views over the valley. Kathmandu Durbar Square has old palaces and temples in the heart of the old city. In the evening you stay at Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel.

        • Route: Pokhara to Kathmandu by flight, then sightseeing and hotel in Thamel

        • Altitude: About 1,400 m

        • Accommodation: Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel, Thamel

        • Meals: Breakfast

        • Highlights: Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square

          After breakfast, we drive you to Tribhuvan International Airport, 3 hours before your flight time, for your journey home. This brings your Himalayan escape to an end.

          • Route: Hotel to Tribhuvan International Airport

          • Meals: Breakfast

          • Highlights: Airport transfer, departure

            Depanding on your arrival & departure flight time, itinerary can be customized.

            Trip Information

            Know Before You Book

            • Visa Requirements: For this 5 day tour, you will need to apply for a 15 day Nepal visa, which comfortably covers your stay. All citizens of the world except Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Nepal, and most travelers can get a visa on arrival. The 15 day tourist visa fee is USD 30. You can apply and pay online in advance here: https://nepaliport-new.immigration.gov.np/. We recommend completing the online application ahead of time to save time at the airport.

            • Passport Validity: Please ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date, with at least one blank page for your visa stamp.

            • Fitness Level: This is an easy trip with light walking. No special fitness or trekking skills are needed. It suits families and children.

            • Flights: Both flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara can be delayed by weather. Please keep your plans flexible and avoid booking a tight onward flight on the day you leave Nepal.

            • Optional Activities: Paragliding at Sarangkot (about INR 5000 per person), horse riding, and the 10 minute cable car ride to Lakeside and Phewa Lake are available on Day 3. These activities are not included in the package, and prices can change.

            • Family Suitability: The tour is suitable for families and first time visitors to Nepal who want Himalayan views, comfortable luxury stays, and relaxed sightseeing in Bhaktapur, Pokhara, and Kathmandu. Travel times are short, and the pace is easy.

            • Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is strongly recommended. It should cover medical emergencies, flight changes, trip cancellation, and lost baggage.

            • Currency and Payment Methods: We accept payments in major currencies such as USD, EUR and GBP. Carry some Nepali Rupees (NPR) for personal expenses.
               

            Accommodation, Meals, and Transportation

            • Accommodation Used: Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot (1 night), Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot in Pokhara (2 nights), and Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu (1 night).

            • Meals: Breakfast is included on Days 2, 3, 4 and 5. Lunch and dinner are not included, so you can try local restaurants at Lakeside in Pokhara and in Thamel.

            • Transportation: Airport transfers and all road journeys are by private van. The tour includes round trip domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
               

            Seasonal and Weather Updates

            • Spring (March to April): Days are pleasant and mornings usually give the best mountain views at Nagarkot and Sarangkot. Flowers bloom in the hills around Kathmandu and Pokhara. 

            • Autumn (October to November): Autumn has stable weather and the clearest mountain views. This is the best season for the Everest and Langtang views from Nagarkot and the Annapurna views from Sarangkot.

            • Other Seasons: Summer (June to August) brings monsoon rain and cloud, which can hide the mountains. Winter mornings and evenings are cold in Nagarkot and Sarangkot, so bring warm clothes. Flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara can be delayed by weather in any season.
               

            Health and Safety

            • Altitude: The highest point is Nagarkot at about 2,175 m. Most travelers feel fine at this height. Drink plenty of water and tell your tour leader if you feel unwell.

            • Healthcare: Good medical facilities are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Please carry your own personal medicines and a copy of your prescriptions.

            • Food and Water: Drink only bottled or filtered water, and check that the seal is closed. Choose freshly cooked hot food at clean, busy restaurants. Carry hand sanitizer and use it before meals.

            • Adventure Activities: If you try paragliding at Sarangkot or horse riding, use a licensed operator. Please check that your travel insurance covers these activities.

            • Temple Visits: Monkeys live around Swayambhunath Stupa. Do not carry loose food, keep your bags closed, and do not tease or feed them.
               

            Packing Checklist

            • Clothing: Warm layers, including a fleece or jacket, for cool mornings and evenings in Nagarkot and Sarangkot. Light clothes for daytime.

            • Temple Dress: Clothes that cover your shoulders and knees for temples and stupas.

            • Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes for the squares and temple steps. Slip on shoes are handy at temples.

            • Sun and Rain Gear: A sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a light rain jacket.

            • Cash: Some Nepali Rupees (NPR) in small notes for tips and small shops.

            • Travel Documents: Passport, copy of your passport, visa papers, travel insurance, and flight details.

            • Electronics: Camera, phone charger, power bank, and a universal travel adapter.

            • Personal Items: Toiletries, hand sanitizer, a refillable water bottle, and your own medicines.
               

            Important Notices

            • Travel Advisories: Before you travel, check the latest travel advice from your home country for Nepal. Our team is happy to share local updates before your trip.

            • Photography Rules: Photography is not allowed inside some temples and shrine rooms, such as the main temple at Pashupatinath. Please ask your tour leader first, and ask permission before photographing local people.

            • Responsible Travel: Respect local customs and dress modestly at religious sites, with your shoulders and knees covered. Walk clockwise around Boudhanath Stupa and Swayambhunath Stupa. Remove your shoes where asked, and do not touch religious objects or point your feet at statues. Buy handicrafts from local shops, and carry a refillable water bottle to reduce plastic waste.

            Trip Preparations

            • Is this tour suitable for families?

              Yes. The tour is easy, travel times are short, and the days are relaxed. Children can enjoy the boat ride on Phewa Lake, the mountain views at Nagarkot and Sarangkot, and the temples and squares. Day 3 is a free day, so the family can rest.

            • On clear days you can see the Everest and Langtang ranges from Nagarkot. Mornings usually give the best views. Views depend on the weather, so no view is guaranteed.

            • You stay at Club Himalaya Resort in Nagarkot for 1 night. In Pokhara you stay 2 nights at Sarangkot Mountain Lodge or Hotel Annapurna View Sarangkot. In Kathmandu you stay 1 night at Hotel Mulberry or Aloft Kathmandu Hotel in Thamel.

            • Round trip domestic flights between Kathmandu and Pokhara are included. Each flight takes about 25 minutes. Your international flights to and from Kathmandu are not included. 

            • If your flight arrives after 4pm, we visit Bhaktapur on the morning of Day 2, before your flight to Pokhara.

            • Spring (March to April) and Autumn (October to November) are the best times. The weather is stable and the mountain views are clearer in these seasons. Summer brings monsoon rain and cloud, and winter mornings and evenings are cold in Nagarkot and Sarangkot.

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            • Thank you, Balaram, and Thamel Travel and Tours!

              I want to especially commend Balaram Pandey, Team Leader of Thamel Travel and Tours for exceptional service to me and my son as we arranged transportation to and from the Everest area -- after a cancellation due to issues beyond out control last year, to the successful completion of the trip this year despite a number of complications, he has been an amazing help at every turn. I would recommend him and the company unreservedly for any tourism needs and hope I will have the chance again soon to use his services. Thank you again, Balaram

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