Early in the morning, drive to Sarangkot to catch the breathtaking sunrise view over the Himalayas from the Sarangkot vantage point. Then you will drive back to the hotel, have breakfast and start the Pokhara sightseeing where you will visit Bindabasini temple, Davis Falls, Seti Gorge, Gupteshwor Cave, and Tibetan Refugee Camp.
Bindabasini Temple: Bindabasini Temple, known locally as Bindhyabasini Mandir. Standing proudly atop a hill, this striking temple looks calmly over the bustling city of Pokhara. It is located near the busy Old Bazaar of Pokhara, a center of commerce in the Himalayas. Bindabasini temple or Bindhyabasini Mandir is of great religious importance to Hindus living in the Pokhara region. It is a vital hub of religious fervor. The temple itself is dedicated to the Hindu goddess Durga, who is Pokhara’s chosen guardian deity. Durga, also known as Shakti or Kali has numerous manifestations and at the Bindabasini temple, she is seen as Bhagwati, a blood-thirsty aspect of the goddess. Durga appears in the form of a Saligram. A Saligram, according to Hindu mythology is a propitious stone. It is said that the temple was created after the goddess ordered king Khadag Bum Malla to set up her statue there. The Bindabasini temple was then founded in BS 1845. Since its establishment, Bhagwati has been an object of worship here on a daily basis. Animal sacrifices are typically presented at the temple on Saturdays and Tuesdays. The Hindu festival of Dashain sees large numbers of believers coming to offer sacrifices at Bindhyabasini Mandir.
Davis Fall and Gupteshwor Cave: Locally known as the Patale Chango (Fall of the Netherworld), Davi’s Fall is a ferocious waterfall located about 2 km southwest of Pokhara Airport on the Siddhartha Highway. The source of the waterfall is Phewa Lake and the fall itself is named after a Swiss lady who was swept away by the fall in 1961. The fall cuts through the rocks to create complex caves and tunnels on its path. Gupteshwor Mahadev cave on the other side of the fall is one such cave carved by Devi’s Fall. The sacred shrine dedicated to Shiva is popular among the local residents and is seldom missed by tourists to Davi’s Fall.
Seti River/ Gorge: An interesting tourist attraction of Pokhara is the Seti River, which cuts gorgeously through the Mahabharat range and, therefore, seems to disappear in caves and tunnels in many places along its route through Pokhara city. At various points, Seti is barely 2 m wide but its depth reaches an astonishing 20 m! The river gorge can be seen from several spots in the city ie Mahendra Pul, K.I. Singh Pul and Prithvi Chowk Pul. From these spots, the river can be seen in all its ferocity gushing down the deep gorge that it has carved over millennia. Seti which literally means the White River originates from the Annapurna Massif.
After finishing the tour drive back to the hotel and rest. Later in the evening you can go around the lakeside and enjoy the lake vibe. Dinner can be served around a lake or at the hotel and overnight at the hotel.
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Elevation of Sarangkot: 1600 M
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Transportation: Private car
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Driving distance: 4-5 Hours
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Meals: Breakfast
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Accommodation: 4-Star Hotel
Waterfront Resort Hotel
The Waterfront Resort overlooking the Phewa Lake has remarkable lake view from each of its 58 deluxe rooms. The hotel is arguably the best site to watch the splendor of this serene water body. In the mornings, as the sun’s rays catch the Peace Pagoda above the southern lake shore, you will see fishermen paddling their boats close to the lake’s edge pulling their nets. By mid-morning, after the sun has warmed up, you will see tens of paragliders landing while you enjoy your morning coffee on the terrace or in the lounge by the sparkling swimming pool.
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