Kathmandu · POKHARA TOURS

The 15 Best Pokhara Tours from Kathmandu

29 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Pokhara is Nepal’s lakeside second base, a day’s drive or a short flight west. These 15 cover the transfers, the Annapurna views and the trips that combine it with Chitwan.

From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari - Day one: Tharu culture after the journey
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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari

1.3-Day All-Inclusive Chitwan Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 133 reviews · 3 days · from $149Our pick

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan for two nights near the national park, with meals, a four-hour jeep safari, a Rapti River canoe ride, an elephant breeding center visit and a Tharu dance show. Guides such as Laxman and Som are praised for spotting wildlife and explaining the park. Expect a long, bumpy bus ride, and remember that animal sightings are never guaranteed.

“It is simply perfect choice. The value for price is top notch, the guide is knowledgeable and will try to show you everything that's in the park. The food was really good and tea/coffee was included in the price. It's really good use of your time. The only small downside are the ants in the room - even though there was not a lot of them, special actions needed to be taken.”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour - Day one: settling in and meeting the Tharu community
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Kathmandu/Pokhara: 3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour

2.3 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 87 reviews · 3 days · from $129

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan National Park for a three-day private-group tour with an English-, Hindi- or Chinese-speaking guide. Look for rhinos, crocodiles, deer and birds on jeep and canoe outings, walk with a naturalist, visit a Tharu village and stay at a jungle resort. Guide names can vary; Babu and host Ramesh Dahal have been associated with the operation.

“It was a wonderful experience, both the shafari and the guided tours of the Tharu people, their dances, and their way of life. The accommodation was clean and charming, the guides were very attentive and friendly, and the price seemed affordable and justifiable for all the activities. I recommend it 100%.”

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2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu - An afternoon jeep safari in Chitwan National Park
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2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu

3.2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara/Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 2 days · from $117

Travel by bus from Pokhara or Kathmandu for one night at Rainbow Safari Resort, with a guided Chitwan jeep safari, an early jungle walk, a Tharu village visit and dance, and three included meals. An English-speaking guide leads the wildlife activities. Rhinos and birds are possible sightings; tigers are never a sure thing.

“Ramesh Dahal and RAINBOW Safari Resort was so good.”

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Kathmandu to Pokhara drop-off service by private vehicles - A realistic picture of the day
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Kathmandu to Pokhara drop-off service by private vehicles

4.Kathmandu to Pokhara drop-off service by private vehicles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews Top rated

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking professional driver. The drive follows the Trishuli River and takes about six to seven hours, depending on traffic. Your group of up to five rides together; meals, accommodation, and extra activities are not included.

“Très bon chauffeur sur des routes difficiles, avec circulation et routes défoncées en grande partie.”

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Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus Tickets reservation - Two scheduled breaks, and what to budget for
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus Tickets reservation

5.Kathmandu to Pokhara Tourist Bus Tickets reservation

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · from $22

Ride about 200 kilometers from Kathmandu to Pokhara on a shared, air-conditioned tourist coach with reclining seats and mineral water. The bus leaves Nayabazar at 7:00 am, with check-in from 6:30 am, and makes planned breakfast and lunch stops. Expect a nine- to ten-hour trip, though roadworks can add time.

“Rsponsible driver and good food stops. convenient seats. Good drive given the road condition .......”

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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari - Day 1: Tharu village, sunset, and the first evening
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From Kathmandu/Pokhara: 2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari

6.2, 3, or 4-Day Chitwan Jungle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · 2 - 4 days · from $35

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Chitwan with a nature guide who speaks English or Hindi. Choose a 2, 3, or 4-day trip for jeep safaris, a jungle walk, a Rapti River canoe ride, conservation-center visits, and a Tharu cultural program. The longest option adds a night in a forest tower. Wildlife sightings are possible, not promised.

“Först valde jag rätt säsong[låg]. Det visade sig genom egen chaufför och egen guide. Enda gästen på ett fantastiskt hotell. Tror ni de var måna om mig.😀. Bra information om programmet. Bästa bussföretaget känt för bra transport och bra taxikillar både till och från bussen . Kan varmt rekommendera GetYourGuide. Följer upp mig som kund fint från kontoret också.”

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Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Ticket- Sofa - What the $21 fare buys
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Ticket- Sofa

7.Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Ticket- Sofa

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 24 reviews · from $21

Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara on a tourist bus with sofa-style seats, passing green hills, villages, and rice fields. The bus leaves Nayabazar at 7:00 am, and the ride is listed as 6 to 8 hours, though roadwork and traffic can stretch it. Your $21 fare covers the bus ticket only.

“Was more comfortable than a standard bus but maybe not quite "Luxury". The journey is long and without the extra comfort it would of been even longer.”

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8 Days Tour in Nepal - Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star) - Day 3: The overland trip to Chitwan
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8 Days Tour in Nepal – Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star)

8.8 Days Tour in Nepal – Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara (3 & 4 Star)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $299

Spend eight days visiting Kathmandu’s temples and heritage sites, Chitwan National Park and Pokhara’s lakeside sights. The private tour includes airport transfers, tourist-bus travel between cities, 3- or 4-star hotels, breakfast, full board in Chitwan and English-speaking guides. Guides and drivers named on past trips include Resham, Ram, Hari and Biren, though assignments can vary.

“Excellent company! Resham who organized the trip was very helpful! The guides were very friendly, helpful and knowledgable. My driver Biren was great in managing the traffic and bringing us safely to all destinations. The best was tRead more”

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Kathmandu to Pokhara VIP Sofa Bus Ticket - What the three stops mean in practice
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Kathmandu to Pokhara VIP Sofa Bus Ticket

9.Kathmandu to Pokhara VIP Sofa Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $12

Ride about 210 km from Kathmandu to Pokhara on the Prithvi Highway in an air-conditioned tourist bus with reclining sofa seats, USB ports, and three planned breaks. Morning and evening departures are offered. Booking contact Bedanidhi is praised for prompt communication, though no onboard guide is specified.

“The bus was comfortable. The driver was a little slow turning on the A/C in the afternoon. The place they picked to eat was the worst place I saw on the entire trip. I imagine a relative ran it. I also was not ready to eat lunch at 10:30. The seats were very comfortable.”

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Kathmandu/Pokhara: Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour - The journey from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Sauraha
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Kathmandu/Pokhara: Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour

10.Wildlife, Culture and Jungle Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 17 reviews · 2 - 3 days · from $120

Travel from Kathmandu or Pokhara to Sauraha for a Chitwan stay with a Tharu cultural show, village visit, river canoe, nature walk, and wildlife safari. Choose a Jeep safari or elephant ride; ask about transport and elephant welfare before booking. English, Hindi, and Nepali guides are offered, and ranger Ram Babu is named as a guide.

“Mr Ramesh from Himalayan Nomad Treks was such a gem of person. Throughout our trip he was so helpful. During our return we were stranded due to the curfew, he helped us to get to the airport and ensure our safety was maintained. His staff are very punctual. Mr. Ram Babu our Chitwan Ranger very knowledgeable about the National Park. Highly recommend this tour. We definitely will come back to Nepal just to meet our the lovely people that we met here. There were no hiccups during the trip everything was a smooth one. They made the most memorable trip of lifetime for us. From bottom of our heart, thank…”

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Kathmandu to Pokhara Premium sofa bus ticket - Two breaks for breakfast and lunch
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Premium sofa bus ticket

11.Kathmandu to Pokhara Premium sofa bus ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 17 reviews · from $11Best value

Ride from Kathmandu to Pokhara on a daily tourist bus with reclining sofa seats, air conditioning, complimentary water, and two planned meal breaks. Watch for river views, rafting and mountain ranges along the way. The ride is listed at five to six hours, but roadworks and traffic can make it much longer.

“Comfy seat with lots of breaks. Roads are very rough all the way due to road works. Hopefully once all tarmacking done, it should improve”

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Nepal in Luxury: Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara Escape – 8 Days - Chitwan: two nights for wildlife and Tharu culture
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Nepal in Luxury: Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara Escape – 8 Days

12.Nepal in Luxury: Kathmandu, Chitwan & Pokhara Escape – 8 Days

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $999

Spend seven nights moving between Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park and Pokhara in private transport, with guided city sightseeing, jungle activities and hotel stays. Expect Buddhist stupas and Hindu temples, a full day of safari options, and a scenic lakeside stop beneath the Annapurna range. The tour is private for your group; guide names and exact hotel properties are not specified.

“Communication has been incredibly poor. They say they offer flexibility and changes and additions but then when you have arrived, those changes and additions are not possible. The primary reason I chose Luxury Holiday Nepal was because they offered this flexibility. It wasRead more”

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Lumbini Tour Package From Kathmandu or Pokhara: 2 Night 3 Days - Day 1: Getting from Kathmandu to Lumbini
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Lumbini Tour Package From Kathmandu or Pokhara: 2 Night 3 Days

13.Lumbini Tour Package From Kathmandu or Pokhara: 2 Night 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $450

Spend two nights in Lumbini, visiting the Maya Devi Temple, Ashoka Pillars and Buddhist stupas from several countries. The package includes three-star accommodation with breakfast and airport transfers, but not monument fees or the sightseeing rickshaw. Confirm whether your transport is by flight or private vehicle, and whether a guide is included.

“Me and my friend we were 4 in our group we visited in Nepal. We Did lumbini tour with welcome Nepal Treks. Our trip organize by nawa. He is very friendly and helpful person. We made sure every things perfect we had new suv car, nice hotel and he also manage best food during our trip. Thanks Jawa and team.”

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Private Car Service from Kathmandu to Pokhara - What the private car changes
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Private Car Service from Kathmandu to Pokhara

14.Private Car Service from Kathmandu to Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $77

A private car and driver take your group from a Kathmandu hotel or airport to Pokhara in about six to seven hours. Your driver meets you with a name card. Bottled water and air conditioning are included, and you can request stops along the way. The provider is AM Travels and Tours; no driver name is provided.

“The road conditions were not good after the rain, but we were still able to arrive safely a little ahead of schedule. They chose a beautiful place at a good time for a break along the way, making the trip more comfortable than I had expected. I think it's a tour I can recommend.Auto-translated”

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Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek - Machhapuchhre Base Camp and the final climb
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Pokhara: 5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

15.5-Day Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 days · from $136

Hike from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters on a five-day private trek with an English-speaking guide. The route passes terraced fields, forest, Gurung villages and Machhapuchhre Base Camp, with tea-house nights and an optional stop at Jhinu’s hot springs. Guides have included Santosh, Prabit and Ramit.

“Awesome service, we had a trekking guide Santosh, who was kind, understandble and great person overall.”

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