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Swiss Lakes to Paris
Base in the Swiss lakes region, then finish with a few days of museums and neighbourhood walks in Paris.
INTERNATIONAL HOLIDAYS
Kathmandu & Pokhara
Pair the Kathmandu Valley’s courtyard temples with lakeside time in Pokhara.
5 daysPlan your departure from Mysore or BengaluruFamilies and culture-focused travellers
Trip highlights
- Patan
- Boudhanath
- Phewa Lake
- Pokhara viewpoints
Suggested itinerary
Use this day-by-day plan to start the conversation. We can adapt the route and pace for your dates.
- DAY 01
Kathmandu arrival
Rest and take an easy neighbourhood walk.
- DAY 02
Kathmandu Valley
Choose two heritage clusters such as Patan and Boudhanath instead of crisscrossing the city.
- DAY 03
To Pokhara
Transfer by your preferred mode and take an evening walk by Phewa Lake.
- DAY 04
Pokhara day
Try a viewpoint if skies are clear, followed by relaxed time by the lake.
- DAY 05
Return to Kathmandu
Use the final day for the transfer. add an overnight buffer when connections are tight.
When to go
October to November or March to April.
What to check before you travel
Mountain weather can disrupt transfers and views. Keep a buffer before the international departure.
Passports and visas
Confirm passport, visa and transit requirements with the official authorities for your nationality and route before paying for flights. Ask us what document planning support is available.
What your quote may cover
Ask for an itemised quote for the transport, accommodation and activities you want. Meals, tickets, permits, taxes, insurance and other extras are only included if listed in writing. Prices are available on enquiry.
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Questions about this trip
Can I change the route or number of nights?
Yes. Let us know which parts of Kathmandu & Pokhara you want to keep and how much time you have. We can discuss a revised route and quote.
Are flights included?
Only if the written quote includes them. Share your preferred airport, luggage and transfer needs so flight options can be compared.
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