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How do I get to Pokhara by bus?
Bus accessibility to Pokhara is available from Kathmandu and from Sunauli, which is next to the Indian border. There are several options available with several operators running on the Kathma… ndu to Pokhara route. Local buses that tend to be crowded are available at the New Bus Stand in Kathmandu.
How can I reach Pokhara?
You can take tourist bus or taxis if you are coming from Kathmandu. The journey is usually 6-7 hours long. Taxis are also available from nearby cities and from India also. Alternatively, you can take a flight from Kathmandu which will land on Pokhara Airport.
How can I go Gorakhpur from Nepal?
There is no direct connection from Gorakhpur to Nepal. However, you can take the train to Raxaul Jn then take the drive to Kathmandu. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gorakhpur to Kathmandu via Barhni, Krishnanagar, and Kathmandu in around 10h 55m.
Is it safe to travel to Pokhara?
Visitors should avoid over-crowded areas which are a haven for pick pockets. However, please be aware that this risk is less than in other Nepali cities and Lakeside in particular is a safe open area with very low crime rates. The other main safety concern in Pokhara is adventure travel safety.
What is the best time to visit Pokhara?
September to November is the best time to visit Pokhara; it is also considered as the peak tourist season. December to February are the coldest months in Pokhara. The winter continues till March since Pokhara is at proximity to the Himalayas, the peak months are when tourists indulge in trekking and hiking.
How can I go to Pokhara by train?
You can reach by train and bus options. You have to take a train from New Jalpaiguri to Narkatiaganj Jn. From there, you can take a direct bus to Pokhara. Among the all, through Delhi, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Patna travelers can opt the best cheapest ways to reach Pokhara.
Is there a direct bus from Gorakhpur to Kathmandu?
There is no direct connection from Gorakhpur to Kathmandu. However, you can take the train to Narkatiaganj Jn, take the drive to Chitwan Sauraha, then take the bus to Kathmandu. Alternatively, you can take the train to Raxaul Jn then take the drive to Kathmandu.
How can I go to Pokhara from India?
If you are travelling from India, your closest option is to catch a train to Jayanagar, New Jaipalguri (NJP) or Gorakhpur, get to the corresponding border crossing (Panitanki or Sunauli), and then board a bus to Pokhara via Kathmandu.
Does Pokhara have snow?
Is there any snowfall place in Pokhara or Kathmandu? No, there is no any snowfall place in either Pokhara or Kathmandu. You have to go to slightly high altitudes than these towns to experience snowfall in Nepal.
Is there snowfall in Pokhara?
When can you find snow in Pokhara? Weather stations report no annual snow.
How cold is Pokhara in winter?
Average Temperature in Pokhara The cool season lasts for 2.6 months, from December 2 to February 18, with an average daily high temperature below 71°F. The coldest month of the year in Pokhara is January, with an average low of 47°F and high of 67°F.