After landing at Tribhuwan International Airport, there’ll be a meet and greet with a representative before transferring you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Rest of the day at leasure.

There is an optional Mount Everest Flight you can do on day 1, 2 or 3. It consists of one-hour domestic return flight from Kathmandu to Mount Everest area for a bird’s-eye view sightseeing tour in window seat (flight normally lasts 40 to 50 minutes depending on weather conditions). In case mountains are not visible due to weather conditions at the time, a full refund will be provided or the option to fly the following day. It is recommended to opt for the tour while in Kathmandu as soon as possible if interested, as tour is weather-permitting.

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Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a sightseeing of the City Durbar Square, Kathmandu’s number one tourist attraction swarms with life. Though a few of the square’s 50-plus monuments date from the 12th century, most are from the time of the Malla Kings. Probably the most famous building here is the Kumari Bahal, a building richly decorated with beautiful woodcarvings, which is home to the Royal Kumari, the Living Goddess, and a manifestation of the great goddess Durga. Nearby the former Royal Palace is a Mall Dynasty dwelling, once considerably more extensive than today. Within, the courtyard Nassal Chowk, originally hosted dramatic dance performances, now it is the coronation site of the Shah kings and contains some of the finest wood carvings you will see anywhere in the kingdom. The 14th century Jagannath Mandir is the oldest temple in the area, its steps carved with inscriptions in many languages, nearby Taleju Mandir is one of the largest and finest temples in the Valley. It is dedicated to the patron deity of the royal family, Taleju Bhawani, a wrathful form of Durga who once demanded human sacrifices. Then, continue your visit to Swayambhunath, The most ancient and enigmatic of the Valley’s holy shrines the golden-spired stupa of Swayambhunath tops a wooded hillock. Records of its history date as far as the 5th century, but its origins are believed to be older. It is the Kathmandu Valley’s most sacred Buddhist shrine and whilst its worshippers include the Vajrayana Buddhists of northern Nepal and Tibet, Newari Buddhists are the most fervent devotees. In the afternoon, continue to the ancient city of Patan, once a kingdom in itself, is situated across the Bagmati River to the south of Kathmandu. Patan Durbar Square offers the finest display of Newari urban architecture in Nepal. You can optionally visit the Patan Museum during the sightseeing tour of Patan Durbar Square (the museum closes on public holidays and Tuesdays). There are temples devoted to Shiva, Krishna, Ganesh and Vishnu all actively visited by residents and visitors. At the northern end of the square the ancient sunken water tap has been restored and is still in use with young girls filling huge jugs from the carved stone waterspouts. The courtyards of the Royal Palace with their ornamented windows, columned arcades, shrines and sunken royal bath are amongst the loveliest in all Kathmandu.

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After breakfast at the hotel, hit the road and drive to Pokhara, a place of remarkable natural beauty. The enchanting city has several beautiful lakes and offers stunning panoramic views of Himalayan peaks. The serenity of the lakes and the magnificence of the Himalaya rising behind them create the ambience that has made Pokhara such a popular place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. Tourism focuses on the districts of Dam side and Lakeside (or Pardi and Baidam, in Nepali, respectively). On arrival, check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leasure.

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Wake up to breakfast in the hotel before departing for a Sunrise trip to Sarangkot (subject to Weather condition). Sarangkot is the most popular tourist destination from where the tourist can enjoy the great view of the Pokhara valley and the magnificent view of the mountains. Sarangkot is only 5 km from Lake Side and it is the highest view point for a sunrise and it is just 1592m high. Sarangkot is 5 degrees cooler than Pokhara. After that, enjoy a Sightseeing International Mountain Museum & Gurkha Museum, which is located 1.5 kilometres south of the Pokhara airport. Rightly so the museums location offers a view of the three 8000+ meter peaks of the area. The museum focus is on those who travel to this country for mountaineering. On display are also different mountain cultures and their ways of life, world mountain systems, ecology, as well as an exhibition of the world mountaineering history. Then continue to Gurkha Soldiers, joined the British Army since 1815 and later into the Indian Army after its independence in 1947. The museum provides a rich history of these hardy soldiers and their various campaigns in the World Wars. Displays also include uniforms they wore, items they used and medals they won. Details of the Gurkha Victoria Cross winners, the highest bravery medal awarded by the British Empire with their citations can also be viewed. In the afternoon, visit the The Old Bazaar. Pokhara's traditional bazaar is colourful and so are its ethnically diverse traders. In its temples and monuments can be seen ties to the old Newar Architecture of the Kathmandu valley, located about 4 km from Lakeside, the market S original charm is still evident. This area is strewn with shops selling commodities ranging from edibles to and cloth to cosmetics and gold is a pleasant and shady spot to stroll around. The old Bazaar is also home to one of Pokhara’s most important shrines. Locally called the Bindyabasini Mandir, this white dome- like structure dominates a spacious stone – paved courtyard built atop a shady hillock. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park – like grounds offers a fine picnic area, and on Saturdays, and Tuesdays when devotees flock there to offer sacrifices, it takes on a festive flavour.

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Take to the road after breakfast at the hotel for the scenic drive to Kathmandu, passing through the bucolic Nepalese countryside and parallel to stretches of the white waters of the rivers Trishuli and Marshyangdi. Upon arrival transfer to your accommodation for check in at the hotel.

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After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport to connect with your outward flight.