Bandipur Pokhara Tour a great scenic and cultural destination where you can observe pristine natural surrounding with grand views of Manaslu and Annapurna panorama with arrays of peaks includes majestic Mt. Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’ peak. Starting with an exciting drive through Nepal countryside past towns and farm villages to reach first at Bandipur, a hill town located in Tanahun district, southern corner of Gandaki zone, which is surrounded in Mahabharata range, situated south of Prithvi highway midway between Pokhara and Kathmandu. From Kathmandu about 143 km west and a mere distance of 74 km southeast of Pokhara and 7 km of south above form Dumre Bazar of Prithivi highway.
A cultural diversity small town of Bandipur an ancient Newari culture untouched by modernization with an abundance of old traditional houses, temples of great significance and architecture. Bandipur a medieval town hosts colorful festival nearly all year round, besides a plethora of cultural offerings, where Magar, Gurung, Brahmin, Chettries, Damai and Sarki villages all contribute the cultural diversity of the region. Bandipur situated in central areas of the mixed canopy of pine and Sal forest and lush terraced fields offers a breath-taking Himalayan range from Langtang in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west.
Bandipur Pokhara tour is a cultural and best scenery tour in Nepal. After an enjoyable stop at Bandipur with homestay and the cultural program then short drive to reach scenic and picturesque Pokhara, a famous and popular touristic destination in whole Himalaya and probably in the world. Pokhara blessed with natural beauty of high and massive Annapurna Himalaya and beautiful Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’ that reflects on its serene lakes of Phewa and Begnas, a fabulous spot where many Annapurna treks and adventure starts and ends in Pokhara one can join with many adventure sports activities like Paragliding-Ultra light flights and so on.
“Exciting and scenic drive with grand views of mountains and rural farm life
Tour around tranquil surrounding in the harmony of country life and views
Tour of traditional and cultural villages and temples with enjoyable activities
Superb panorama of high Annapurna and Manaslu mountain range”
Mode of accommodation: Hotels and local Lodge/resorts with home-stay.
Tour Grade: Leisure to Moderate with short walks
Tour Duration: 04 Nights and 05 Days (with drives and walks)
People and Culture: Populated by Gurung and Newar of both Hindu and Buddhist religion with some Chettries and Brahmin with old traditional heritage life.
Best Seasons: Nearly all months of the year except wet months of June to mid-September, October to December another best month to observe wildlife.
Day 01: Drive to Bandipur and transfer to homestay cottage.
Day 02: In Bandipur for the local excursion.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara -03 hrs journey.
Day 04: Morning drive to Sarankot for sunrise and tour of Pokhara.
Day 05: Drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
Day 01: Drive to Bandipur and transfer to homestay cottage.
Morning an interesting drive on the main Kathmandu-Pokhara highway overlooking snow-capped mountain views in the contrast of rolling green hills and valleys, journey leads through many towns and villages following the glacial river Trisuli till to the town of Mugling where the road to Pokhara and Bandipur diverts, on leaving Mugling town heading towards west then reaching at Dumre town, from here a short uphill drive to beautiful Bandipur, on reaching welcome with garlands and Khata ( silk scarf) by the locals and transfer to nice cozy cottage for overnight stay. Afternoon interacts with local and their rich culture and traditions.
Day 02: In Bandipur for a local hike and visit walks.
Early morning hike for stunning sunshine and sunset view from the hill then return to the cottage for breakfast and other interesting enjoyable day activities with an afternoon free for a walk around this nice village.
Day 03: Drive to Pokhara – 03 hrs.
Morning a scenic drive to Pokhara, after a wonderful memorable trip in the high hills of Bandipur, on reaching Pokhara transfer to respective hotels with an afternoon free at leisure with a short walk around Phewa Lakeside.
Day 04: Morning drive to Sarankot for sunrise and tour of Pokhara.
Early morning our guide will pick you from your hotel for short drive to scenic hill at Sarankot for stunning sunrise over chain of snow-capped peaks from world’s 7th highest Mt. Dhaulagiri 8,167 m, 10th highest Mt. Annapurna 8,091 m and 8th highest Mt. Manaslu 8,163 m including range of smaller peaks with ever-present majestic Mt. Machhapuchare “Fish Tail” standing high at 6,993 meters. Sarankot hill with an altitude of 1, 460 m high with breathtaking views of the mountain range, including Pokhara green valley with Phewa Lake below, Sarankot is also a popular spot for paragliding which is one of the most active sports in Pokhara. After a great exciting and enjoyable time return back to hotel by 8-9 a.m. for breakfast and other refreshments, our next tour starts with a short drive to Devi’s waterfall with Gupteshwor Mahadev cave with lunch on route sightseeing places with tour of International Mountain Museum, recently added in Pokhara is the Mountain Museum the first of its kind in Nepal, established and built by Mountaineering Association (NMA), on 1st Nov 1973, initiated the establishment of International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Pokhara.
Day 05: Drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.
After a great enjoyable time in Bandipur and Pokhara tour drive back to Kathmandu with wonderful memories and experience soaking into Nepalese rural and traditional life of great interest.
I have done 3 treks with Anjan and Nepal High Trek & Expedition Langtang gosainkund Trek, Everest Base Camp Trek and Island peak climbing and Annapurna circuit Trekking 5 years before in Nepal. That’s was wonderful and lifetime trip in my life. Due to weather conditions, we had to change our plans and return to Besi chair and then do the Annapurna Base Camp with a few extra places along the way. My guide was Anjan and he was so helpful. When our itinerary had to change he was helpful, suggested other options and did what he could to make the best of a situation beyond all human control. Anjan is very proud of his country and willing to share all his knowledge and experience with his clients. Nepal High Trek & Expedition is trustworthy, takes all responsibility and all problems The staff at Nepal High Trek are very helpful and willing to help you with any information or anything else you may need. I would highly recommend this agency as they are professional, competent and helpful! I will definitely be back and trekking with them in the future.
Ghorepani poon hill trek “Lieber Anjan, das Trekking mit dir war super! Es hat uns sehr viel Spaß gemacht! Die Kombination aus Abenteuer, Natur und Wandern ist ideal zum Abschalten! Du bist ein großartiger Führer!!!”
In 2010, my son, husband and I did the Langtang Valley Trek with Anjan as our amazing guide. His knowledge of the area was extensive, including walking expectations, weather and terrain conditions, and the best places to stop, rest, eat and sleep. So much so, that other Trekkers called on his advice despite having their own guides. He was a very acknowledges an expert mountain guide. On the trek, Anjan was nurturing, fun and extremely amicable with everyone. He had a very endearing personality, and over the two-week trek, he became a member of our family. I highly recommend Anjan to anybody considering undertaking any trek in Nepal.