Fixed Departure Nepal Tour Package 4N/5D – Kathmandu and Pokhara

Kathmandu to Pokhara Tour Package: Fixed Departure Nepal Tour (4N/5D)  is enough to get a genuine first impression of Nepal, not the whole country, but two of its defining sides. Kathmandu packs centuries of temple architecture and living heritage into a single valley. Pokhara hands you the Annapurna range at sunrise, reflected in a lake, without any of the logistics of an actual trek. This 4 night, 5 day Kathmandu to Pokhara tour package is built around exactly that pairing and nothing else no side trip to Lumbini, no jungle safari in Chitwan, just the two destinations most first time visitors to Nepal ask for by name.

This itinerary is a shorter version of Guru Travels' longer Full Circuit Classic tour, which runs Kathmandu → Pokhara → Lumbini → Chitwan → Kathmandu over nine days. If you don't have nine days to spare, or you're specifically after heritage and mountain views rather than pilgrimage sites and wildlife, this 5 day version keeps the two strongest days of that route and drops the rest. It also does something the longer tour doesn't: it ends in Pokhara instead of looping back to Kathmandu, which matters if your onward plans start from there  a short trek, a flight out, or independent travel further afield.

Like the Full Circuit Classic, this runs as a fixed departure tour: every Saturday from September 2026 through December 2027, with a guaranteed group date rather than a private itinerary you wait to fill. Guru Travels has been running this Kathmandu–Pokhara stretch as part of its group departures for four years, so the pacing, drive times, and overnight placements reflect what actually works on the ground rather than a schedule drawn up on paper.

Trip Snapshot

 Trip Highlights

• Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot, with Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) in view on a clear morning

• Four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu covered in a single day  Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath, and Patan Durbar Square

• Phewa Lake boat ride to the Tal Barahi Temple, plus Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave in Pokhara

• A scenic overland drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara along the Trishuli River corridor

• A tour that ends in Pokhara rather than looping back to Kathmandu, so you're free to fly onward, extend with a short trek, or continue independently

• Guided throughout by Guru Travels' own Tour Managers, drawing on four years of running this exact route

What Is the Kathmandu to Pokhara 5 Day Tour?

The Kathmandu to Pokhara 5 day tour is a fixed departure Nepal travel package covering 4 nights and 5 days between Kathmandu and Pokhara. It pairs a full day of Kathmandu's UNESCO heritage sites with a full day of Pokhara sightseeing, including sunrise at Sarangkot and a boat ride on Phewa Lake. The tour is guided throughout by an English speaking Tour Manager, runs on fixed Saturday departures, and ends in Pokhara rather than returning to Kathmandu.

Why Choose a Fixed Departure Nepal Tour

For travelers who don't want to build an itinerary from scratch or coordinate transport, guides, and hotels city by city, a fixed departure Nepal tour bundles all of it into a single, pre-scheduled package. You show up on the departure date and everything from Kathmandu heritage sites to the Sarangkot sunrise is already arranged.

This particular fixed departure Kathmandu Pokhara tour runs every Saturday from September 2026 through December 2027, so travelers have a wide window of dates to choose from without needing to build a custom departure. For the wider fixed-departure schedule across Nepal, see our Nepal Highlights Fixed Departure Tour guide.

How This Compares to the 9 Day Golden Triangle Tour(Kathmandu, Pokhara,Lumbini)

This 5 day package covers the Kathmandu and Pokhara portions of Guru Travels' longer Full Circuit Classic tour  the same heritage day in Kathmandu and the same sunrise and lake day in Pokhara  but skips the onward legs to Lumbini and Chitwan, and ends in Pokhara instead of returning to Kathmandu. It suits travelers who specifically want heritage and mountain views without the pilgrimage and wildlife days, or who plan to continue on from Pokhara rather than loop back. If Buddhist pilgrimage sites and a Chitwan jungle safari are also on your list, Guru Travels' 9 day Kathmandu–Pokhara–Lumbini–Chitwan tour covers all four regions in one fixed itinerary.

About Guru Travels

Guru Travels Limited is Nepal's first and only Public Limited Travel Company, established in 2022 and headquartered in Kathmandu. The company is IATA accredited and was recognized with a TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award in 2025 and 2026, having served over 100,000 customers across domestic and international travel. Read more about Guru Travels or see why travelers choose Guru Travels.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days do I need for Kathmandu and Pokhara?

Five days (4 nights) is enough to cover a full heritage day in Kathmandu and a full sightseeing day in Pokhara, with two travel days for the overland transfer between them and one day at each end for arrival and departure.

Does this tour return to Kathmandu at the end?

No. This package ends in Pokhara. If you need to connect to an international flight, you'll need a separate domestic flight or overland transfer back to Kathmandu, since Pokhara doesn't currently operate regular scheduled international flights.

Is this the same as the 9 day Golden Triangle tour?

It covers the Kathmandu and Pokhara portions of Guru Travels' 9 day Full Circuit Classic tour, but skips Lumbini and Chitwan, and ends in Pokhara instead of looping back to Kathmandu.

Are there fixed departure dates for this tour?

Yes. It runs on fixed Saturday departures from September 2026 through December 2027, so you can book against a confirmed date rather than a flexible or on request schedule.

What's the difference between the SAARC and international price?

SAARC nationals and international travelers pay different rates for the same itinerary, accommodation, and inclusions  confirm current pricing when booking.

Do I need a Nepal visa for this tour?

Visa fees aren't included in the package price. Most nationalities can obtain a Nepal visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport; check current requirements for your nationality before travel.

Is this itinerary suitable for first time visitors to Nepal?

Yes. It's a structured, guided group tour with fixed accommodation, included transport, and an English speaking Tour Manager throughout, so there's no independent logistics planning required.

Ready to Book?

This Kathmandu to Pokhara tour has fixed departure dates every Saturday, from September 2026 through December 2027. Book the Kathmandu and Pokhara 4N/5D tour directly on gurutravelsltd.com, or get in touch with our team with any questions before you do.

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