If you want: In the early morning around 4:30am, a private vehicle will pick you up at your hotel and drive to a small hilltop at Sarangkot. Sarangkot is regarded as a fantastic place to see sunrise and sunset. When the sun peeks out and adds a golden hue on the snowcapped mountains in the Annapurna range, you will be amazed by this wonderful gift that God brings to you. We will see Mt. Annapurna I, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre (nicked named as Fish Tail), and other peaks if the weather is clear. The views of Pokhara valley is astonishing there.
On the way from Sarangkot back to the hotel, we will stop by Bindhyabasini Temple, the most popular Hindu temple in Pokhara. Bindyabasini Temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhawani that is worshipped daily in the temple. You can get a great view of Pokhara City and the Himalayas from the temple.
After breakfast and a short rest, we will take a tour to some of the main attractions around the city.
Phewa Lake:
Take a boat ride in Phewa Lake to enjoy its charm, and fantastic view of the Annapurna range. The reflection of Mt Macchhapuchhare (Fishtail) and Annapurna I in quiet water is the signature of Pokhara. We will also visit Tal Barahi Temple which is a 2-storey pagoda on a little island
Hanging Bridge of Pokhara:
Walk across thrilling suspended bridges in Pokhara and admire stunning views of the Himalayas. Enjoy a transfer from your hotel and embark on a private trip, surrounded by deep canyons and rivers.
Devi’s Falls: with its Nepalese name of Patale Chango, which means “underworld waterfall”, Devi’s falls marks the point where the Pardi Khola stream vanishes underground. The stream feeding the falls flows from a lake and traverses a tunnel before it enters the falls. After viewing the falls, you can purchase coins at the ticket counter to toss in the popular wishing well of Goddess Manakamna Bhagwati for a good wish.
Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave: The cave is Nepal’s most famous cave, containing two chambers with several shrines. The cave has lighting but you will need a headlamp or torch to enjoy caving. Look for nice colors on the walls when you are in the cave.
Pumdikot: Pumdikot, near Pokhara, is a peaceful hilltop known for its breathtaking views of the Annapurna range and Machapuchare. It is also home to a prominent Shiva statue. The area is popular for hiking, bird watching, and enjoying stunning sunsets and sunrises.
World Peace Pagoda is situated on the top of a hill on the southern shore of Phewa Lake. It is a massive Buddhist stupa that offers great views of the Annapurna range and Pokhara City. After visiting the World Peace Pagoda, we will back to city