8 days in Kathmandu & Pokhara Itinerary

Once synonymous with the mysterious and inaccessible Shangri-La, today Kathmandu draws an ever-increasing number of tourists, catering to independent travelers of various budgets.

Change things up with a short trip to Siddhi Lakshmi Temple in Bhaktapur (about 38 minutes away). There's much more to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, contemplate the long history of Kathmandu Durbar Square, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shree Pashupatinath Temple - Gwola Mahadyo, and take in nature's colorful creations at Garden of Dreams.

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New Delhi, India to Kathmandu is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from New Delhi to Kathmandu is 0.2 hours. Traveling from New Delhi in March, things will get a bit cooler in Kathmandu: highs are around 29°C and lows about 11°C. You'll have a few hours on the 29th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Pokhara.

Pokhara, the second largest city in the country, attracts visitors with its superlative natural wonders and easygoing atmosphere.

Pokhara is known for nature, adventure, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Barahi temple, take in the dramatic scenery at Devi's Fall, and look for gifts at Himalayan Threads Handicrafts Shop.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Pokhara day trip planning app.

You can do a combination of car and flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kathmandu in March, plan for a bit warmer nights in Pokhara, with lows around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel back home.