Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour with Kathmandu & Pokhara Sightseeing

Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel.

Arriving in Kathmandu by air is a memorable experience, offering breathtaking views of the majestic Himalayan mountain range. Your flight will land at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), situated at an altitude of 1,350 meters.

Upon arrival, you can obtain your Nepal entry visa either in advance or on-site at TIA. The visa process may take up to 45 minutes, depending on the queue. For detailed information on obtaining a Nepal entry visa, please visit the official website of the Department of Immigration Nepal.

After exiting the airport, a representative from our company will be there to welcome you, holding a placard with our company name and logo. As a gesture of hospitality, you will be presented with a traditional Tibetan scarf. From there, our representative will escort you to your hotel in a private vehicle.

The journey to Thamel, where your hotel is located, takes about 30 minutes. Along the way, you'll enjoy sights such as the vibrant Pashupatinath Hindu temple and the bustling streets filled with vehicles and pedestrians, adding charm to your ride.

Upon arrival at the hotel, you can relax and freshen up. Shortly afterward, our representative will brief you on your Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour itinerary. Thamel, known for its lively atmosphere, offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and quality accommodations. Later, we will provide a detailed trip briefing and host a welcome dinner. You'll spend the night at the hotel.a

Kathmandu Guided City Tour

The Kathmandu guided city tour, part of your Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour, covers four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley, offering a window into the region's spiritual and architectural heritage.

Swoyambhunath (Monkey Temple): Holiest Buddhist stupa in Nepal — self-created, self-arisen

Legend holds that the Kathmandu Valley was once a vast lake, out of which grew a lotus whose flame became the stupa — hence "Swayambhu," meaning "Self-Created." About 3.9km (15 min) from Thamel, it's one of the oldest religious sites in Nepal, nicknamed the Monkey Temple for its resident troop of monkeys.

From its hilltop perch you get panoramic valley views alongside three golden statues of Sakyamuni Buddha, a four-armed Chenresig, and Guru Rinpoche. Small shrines, prayer wheels, and a Buddhist museum surround the main stupa, along with the Hariti Temple, dedicated to the goddess who protects children.

Patan Durbar Square: City of fine arts — Golden Temple, Mahabuddha

One of Kathmandu's three medieval royal cities, Patan showcases Malla-era art and architecture from the 15th–17th centuries. Highlights include Krishna Mandir, a stone temple with 21 spires depicting scenes from the Mahabharata and Ramayana, plus the Golden Temple and Patan Mahabuddha. The city remains a center for wood and metal craftsmanship today.

Pashupatinath Temple: Nepal's most sacred Hindu temple — shrine of Lord Shiva

Set on the banks of the holy Bagmati River, this two-storied pagoda temple houses a five-faced statue of Lord Shiva and draws Hindu pilgrims worldwide, especially during festivals like Maha Shivaratri and Teej.

Built in classic pagoda style with copper-and-gold roofs and intricately carved wooden pillars, the temple complex is also a key site for studying Nepalese religious architecture. From here, it's a 15-minute (2.3km) drive to Boudhanath Stupa.

Boudhanath Stupa: The largest stupa in the world

The most sacred Tibetan Buddhist site outside Tibet, Boudhanath sits on an ancient Tibet trade route and is said to hold a relic of Kasyapa Buddha. Legend credits its construction to a poor woman and her four sons.

Its white dome and watchful painted eyes represent a Buddhist mandala and the path to enlightenment, with 108 images of Dhyani Buddha and prayer wheels ringing its base. At dawn and dusk, maroon-robed monks circle the stupa, and the surrounding square is lined with thangka and ritual shops.

Fly to Pokhara, Pokhara guided city tour. Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the airport for your flight to Pokhara — Nepal's "Lake City," known for its serene lakes and laid-back charm.

The 30-minute flight is a highlight of your Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour, offering panoramic Himalayan views to the north, with peaks like Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, and Annapurna rising into view alongside the Pokhara Valley and its lakes below.

Once you land, you'll be transferred to your hotel to check in, then set out to explore Pokhara's major sights for the rest of the day.

Bindhabasini Temple:
Lies in the center of the religious old bazaar. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhagwati, yet another manifestation of Shakti. The park grounds offer a fine picnic and relaxing area.

Davis falls:
Locally known as Patale Chango and in the southern flank of the Pokhara valley is where the stream flowing from Fewa Lake collapses and surges down the rock into a deep gorge, leaping through several potholes.

Gupteshwor Cave:
The revered Gupteshwor Cave is situated 2 km from Pokhara airport. The entrance is right across from Devi’s fall and the cave is almost 3 km long. It has some big hall-sized rooms and some passages where you have to crawl on all four.

Phewa Lake and Barahi Temple:
Situated at an altitude of 800m above sea level, it is the second-largest lake in the kingdom. With the Barahi Island Temple in the middle of the lake, it is the most important religious monument in Pokhara.

Seti River Gorges:
Carved by Seti-Gandaki is one of the natural wonders of Pokhara. K.I. Singh bridge at Bagar, Mahendrapool & Prithivi Highway Bridge near bus park, provides a perfect view of the river’s dreadful rush and the deep gorge made by the turbulent flow of white water.
Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Hele Tour to Annapurna Range, land in Annapurna Base Camp. Explore Pokhara

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is one of the Himalayas' most popular moderate trekking routes, second only to Everest Base Camp in popularity. The trail runs through the Annapurna range, stretching from Vara Shikhar to Manaslu and Lamjung, and takes in one 8,000m+ peak alongside numerous peaks above 7,000m. Base camp itself sits at 4,130m, ringed by Annapurna I (the world's tenth-highest peak at 8,091m), Annapurna South, Fishtail, and Hiuchuli.

Watching sunrise or sunset paint these peaks gold and red is one of the most memorable moments of the trip — and it's exactly what our Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour delivers, without the multi-day trek.

Your day starts early with a hotel pickup and transfer to Pokhara airport. After check-in formalities, you'll board a scenic flight to Annapurna Base Camp, taking in views of Pokhara's terraced hillsides and settlements on takeoff, then rhododendron and pine forests giving way to panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Fishtail, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Lamjung Himal as you climb.

On landing, you'll have 45 minutes at Annapurna Base Camp — home to the goddess Annapurna — for photos and to take in the setting; many travelers find it a genuinely moving experience even without a particular spiritual background. From there, you'll fly back to Pokhara to continue exploring the city.

Your detailed heli tour itinerary will be provided the day before departure.a

Fly back to Kathmandu.

Your final full day begins early with a trip to Sarangkot, Pokhara's famous sunrise viewpoint, where snow-capped Himalayan peaks, green hills, and lakes come together for one of the most memorable mornings of your Annapurna Base Camp Heli Tour. After soaking in the view, you'll return to the hotel for breakfast before boarding a 30-minute flight from Pokhara back to Kathmandu.

Once in Kathmandu, take the day to relax or browse for souvenirs, then join us for a farewell dinner in the evening to mark the close of your journey. You'll spend the night in Kathmandu.a

Final Departure.

One of our office representatives will accompany you to the airport for your departure. It's time to bid farewell, and we look forward to the possibility of seeing you again in the future.