Dawn to Dusk Pokhara City Tour

The Dawn to Dusk Pokhara City Tour is a one full day, sunrise to sunset Pokhara sightseeing tour. This tour in Pokhara will give you an action-packed day, allowing you to explore the best sights and experiences this beautiful city has to offer. From serene early morning views of the Himalayas (from Sarangkot) to insightful exploration of city’s natural, cultural and historical highlights (Pumdikot, World Peace Pagoda, Gupteshwor Cave, Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave, Devi’s Fall, Seti River Gorge and International Mountain Museum) to a vibrant sunset over the lake (the Phewa Lake), this Pokhara tour will give you the taste of the all- natural, religious and cultural world of Pokhara.

Highlights:

• Sagangkot (1600m), a hill on the western side of Pokhara is famous for the panoramic Himalayan views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu range and the expansive view of the city of Pokhara and the Phewa Lake. Sarangkot is also a popular spot for hiking, paragliding, ziplining and landscape photography. It’s a heaven for Orophile and Aurophile and the best time to be here is during sunrise or sunset.  
• Pumdikot and the World Peace Pagoda in Pokhara are religious (Hindu and Buddhist), cultural and historical man-made landmarks that sit on the hilltop at 1500 and 1100 meters, respectively, overlooking the Phewa Lake and the Pokhara Valley. These hilltops also offer a wide-angle panorama of the Himalayas that range from Dhaulagiri and its sister peaks on the left, Annapurna and Machhaapuchhre in the middle and  Manaslu and Hiunchuli off to the right. Apart from the stunning vistas of Pokhara and the surrounding areas, visiting these places offers spiritual experience and connection to Buddhism and Hinduism. 
• The caves: Gupteshwor, Mahendra and the Bat cave in Pokhara, are the natural landmarks that add unique character to this beautiful city. Apart from the incredible experience of rock formation, stalactites, stalagmites and underground streams, the spiritual and adventurous atmosphere that these caves offer add a deep layer to your visit.
• Devi’s Fall and the Seti Gorge are the two very mysterious and intriguing natural wonders that are located just a short distance from Pokhara. Devi’s Fall, originating from the Phewa Lake dam cascades down into a deep rocky gorge and vanishes into an underground tunnel creating a mysterious and fascinating scene, while the gorge carved by Seti River and surrounded by steep cliffs create a dramatic and impressive landscape offering peaceful natural environment and impressive geological formation for the visitors to enjoy. 
• The International Mountain Museum in Pokhara offers a deep dive into the region’s mountaineering history, the lives of climbers, and the unique cultures of the people who live in these majestic mountains making it a perfect place for people interested in mountaineering and the rich history of the Himalayas.
• Phewa Lake in Pokhara is one of the most iconic and serene destinations in Nepal. This lake is surrounded by lush green hills and snow capped peaks like Annapurna and Machhapuchhre that reflect on the lake surface during sunrise and sunset. Especially during sunset, the sun dipping behind the Annapurna Range casts beautiful colors over the lake and creates a magical site to spend tranquil and relaxed evenings. 

This one day Pokhara Valley tour begins half an hour to 45 minutes before sunrise, every day, with a trip to Sarangkot viewpoint to witness breathtaking sunrise over the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri Mountain Range and the majestic faces of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre. The day will be well spent exploring the city’s other natural and man-made landmarks. The tour perfectly ends with a sunset, boat-ride trip in the Phewa Lake, followed by Lakeside Aarati. The entire trip from sunrise to sunset will be in a private vehicle (car/jeep/minivan- as per the group size). You will be given half an hour to 45 minutes to explore each site and one hour for lunch around the lakeside. The tour begins at the hotel and ends at the lakeside. This tour will be assisted by one of the experienced and knowledgeable drivers. 

If you are an early riser, an Orophile/Aurophile then this trip is definitely for you. This is a 4 season tour, thus, can be done any day of the year. This AM to PM Pokhara tour is perfect for both solo and group traveller and groups having children and elderly. This tour is also perfect for student groups and for all others looking for an action packed one day in Pokhara. 

Would you be interested in joining a group? Please select the date that suits you from our departure date section. 

If you are only looking for a sightseeing tour that  includes major highlights of Pokhara, Pokhara Landmark Tour will be the best option for you. 

However, if you are more of a thrill seeking soul than a mere wanderer, how about exploring our Pokhara Thrill Quest Adventures package.

Moreover, if you are in Kathmandu, Chitwan, or Lumbini and are planning to visit Pokhara or if  you have a few days in Nepal after your trek and before your international flight then let’s go for our perfect  2 Nights 3 Days Pokhara Introductory Tour. 

Additionally, if you are planning to get closer to the mountains in the Annapuran region, Pokhara City Tour with A Day Hike, Pokhara City tour with 2 Days Trek and Pokhara Tour with Annapurna Helicopter Tour will be the perfect option for you. 

Since we are very open to customizing the package, please communicate your specific requirement with us and help us organize a tailored trip for you. 

Detailed Itinerary:

This Pokhara attractions tour starts 45 minutes before sunrise. The pick up time will be provided one day prior to the tour.

As per the pick up time, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Sarangkot sunrise viewpoint. Enjoy the sunrise view from the nearby view point and enjoy breakfast with a view. After breakfast, your driver will again pick you up to start the day’s Pokhara sightseeing tour. 

Your first stop will be Mahendra and Bat Cave. This will be followed by the Seti River gorge. You will then visit the International Mountain museum and get back to the lakeside for lunch. After lunch, you will drive to Pumdikot, which will be followed by a visit to the World Peace Pagoda. Next you will drive down to visit Devi’s Fall and the Gupteshwor cave. Around late afternoon, you will drive to Phewa Lake and hop on a boat to enjoy a one hour boat ride in the Phewa Lake with a visit to Tal Barahi Temple. Enjoy a serene sunset view while boating. Conclude the day’s tour by observing the evening aarati at the lakeside. After aarati, you will be dropped back to your hotel ending the trip with Amigo Treks and Expedition. 

Alternatively, if you prefer a cable car ride to road transportation for Sarangkot Sunrise, the itinerary will be as follows:  

As per the pick up time provided the previous day, you will be picked up from your hotel and dropped off to the cable car station. You will get on the cable car and about a 9 minute ride will take you to the top. Enjoy the sunrise view from the nearby view point and enjoy your breakfast. After breakfast, get to the cable car station and come down. Your driver will meet you here and you will start your sightseeing tour. You will first drive to Pumdikot, spend some time enjoying the view, then drive down to the World Peace Pagoda. Next you will visit Gupteshwor Cave and Devi’s Fall. You will then have your lunch. After  lunch you will visit Mahendra Cave, Bat Cave, Seti Gorge and the International Mountain Museum. You will then enjoy a one hour boat ride in the Phewa Lake, visit Tal Barahi Temple and enjoy the sunset view. End the day enjoying the evening aarati and then you will be dropped back to your hotel ending the trip with Amigo Treks and Expedition. 

As A Side Note: The drop off location for the group joining tour will be lakeside.