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Tour from Pokhara
Pokhara Full-Day Tour
Phewa Lake and Tal Barahi temple, Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave, the International Mountain Museum, the Seti gorge, the old bazaar and the caves of Batulechaur. Pokhara’s best sights in one easy day.
1 dayEasy1,000 m
FromUS$ 100per person · based on 2 travellers
- No payment online, we confirm first
- Written quote with everything included
Island temple
Tal Barahi Temple
A two-storey pagoda temple on a small island in Phewa Lake.
Traveller tip
Our suggestion: remove your shoes at the temple and keep some coins for offerings.
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Back to shore
Lakeside
The lively lakeshore of Pokhara, full of cafés and boats.
Traveller tip
Our suggestion: look north, on clear mornings Machhapuchhre rises above the lake.
Source ↗Waterfall & cave
Davis Falls
The lake’s outflow drops into a deep sinkhole; Gupteshwor Cave is across the road.
Museum
International Mountain Museum
A large museum about the Himalaya, its people and mountaineering history.
River gorge
Seti River gorge
The Seti River runs through a gorge only a few metres wide but very deep.
Old bazaar
Bindhyabasini Temple
A popular hilltop temple near the old bazaar of Pokhara.
Traveller tip
Our suggestion: visit in the morning or late afternoon when worshippers gather.
Source ↗Caves
Mahendra & Bat Caves
Two limestone caves in Batulechaur, north of the city.
Overview
Why choose the Pokhara Full-Day Tour?
- Tal Barahi by boatA short row across Phewa Lake to the island temple.
- Falls, caves and gorgesDavis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave and the Seti River gorge.
- International Mountain MuseumThe story of the Himalaya and its mountaineers.
- Old PokharaThe old bazaar and Bindhyabasini temple above the city.
Pokhara is more than a base for treks. In one relaxed day with a private vehicle and a local guide you can see the lake, the temples, the caves and the gorges that make the city special, without working out taxis, tickets or opening hours.
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The day starts on the water with a short boat ride to Tal Barahi temple on its island in Phewa Lake. Then you visit Davis Falls, where the lake’s outflow disappears underground, and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave across the road, followed by the International Mountain Museum.
In the afternoon you look into the deep, narrow Seti River gorge, walk the old bazaar and Bindhyabasini temple, and end in the caves north of the city before returning to Lakeside.
Your day, step by step
Times are a guide; your driver and guide adjust them to the light, the weather and your pace.
- 8:00
Boat to Tal Barahi
Pick-up at your hotel and a short boat ride to the island temple in Phewa Lake.
- 9:30
Davis Falls & Gupteshwor Cave
Watch the water vanish underground, then follow it into the cave across the road.
- 11:00
International Mountain Museum
Exhibits on the 8,000-metre peaks, mountain peoples and Himalayan climbing.
- 12:30
Lunch break
Lunch at a local restaurant of your choice (not included).
- 13:30
Seti River gorge
Look down into the narrow, milky-white gorge that cuts through the city.
- 14:30
Old bazaar & Bindhyabasini
Walk old Pokhara’s streets and visit the hilltop temple.
- 15:30
Mahendra & Bat Caves
Two limestone caves north of the city; bring a torch for the Bat Cave.
- 17:00
Back at Lakeside
Drop-off at your hotel in time for sunset by the lake.
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1Pokhara sightseeing day
Boat to Tal Barahi temple, Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, the International Mountain Museum, the Seti River gorge, the old bazaar and Bindhyabasini temple, then Mahendra and Bat Caves before returning to Lakeside. Your guide adjusts the order to traffic and opening times.
- StayYour hotel in Pokhara
- Meals,
Good to know
Details before you book
What’s included5
- Private vehicle with driver for the day
- Licensed, English-speaking local guide
- Return boat ride to Tal Barahi temple
- Complimentary drinking water
- Government taxes and service charge
Not included6
- Travel insurance
- Hotel in Pokhara before and after the tour
- Meals not listed as included
- Entrance tickets not listed as included (paid on the day)
- Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
- Tips for driver and guide (appreciated, not compulsory)
What to bring9
Clothing
Bring along
Before you go6
Best time
All year. Mornings are clearest for mountain views from the lake; in the monsoon, falls and caves are at their most powerful.
Difficulty
Easy. Short walks and some steps in the caves; suitable for all ages.
Tickets
Sites charge small entrance fees, paid on the day unless we agree otherwise in your quote.
Timing
About 8 hours. We can shorten it to a half day or add the World Peace Pagoda.
Group
Private tour for your group only, in a car, SUV or van depending on group size.
Phone & internet
Good mobile signal everywhere in the city.
Questions travellers ask4
Can we change the order or skip a place?
Yes. It is a private tour; tell your guide what you enjoy most and the day is adjusted.
Is it suitable for children and older travellers?
Yes. Walking is short and the vehicle stays with you all day.
Can we add Sarangkot or the Peace Pagoda?
Yes, ask for a combined quote, or book those as separate short tours.
How do I book and pay?
Send an enquiry. We confirm availability and send a written quote on WhatsApp, including the advance needed to secure your date and the payment terms.
Ready for Pokhara Full-Day Tour?
Tell us your dates and group size. We reply on WhatsApp with availability and a clear written quote.