6-Day Budget Train and Trek Tour from Kolkata to Nepal: Pokhara, Sarangkot, Gurung Cottage & Muktinath

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Kolkata, India to Pokhara, Nepal on May 20, 2025

5:00am

Train from Kolkata to Raxaul

Start early by taking the train from Kolkata to Raxaul on the India-Nepal border. This is the most economical way to enter Nepal. The train fare for two is approximately INR 600 (INR 300 per person).
INR600, 10h0m

3:00pm

Bus from Raxaul to Pokhara

After reaching Raxaul, take a budget bus to Pokhara. This trip takes approximately 8 hours and costs around NPR 2000 for two (approx. INR 1200).
NPR2000, 8h0m

11:00pm

Check-in Budget Hotel in Pokhara

Check into a budget guesthouse or hostel in Pokhara costing around NPR 1000 per night for two.
NPR1000, Overnight
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Day 2: Pokhara & Sarangkot

Pokhara, Nepal on May 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Cafe Concerto

Enjoy a budget-friendly breakfast like eggs and tea for about NPR 250 for two at Cafe Concerto which opens at 7:00am.
NPR250, 1h0m

9:00am

Sarangkot Sunrise View

Travel to Sarangkot by local transport (NPR 100 round trip) to catch the panoramic Himalaya sunrise and views of Pokhara Valley. Open all day.
NPR100, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Moondance Restaurant

Enjoy local dal bhat or veggie momos for about NPR 500 for two.
NPR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Boat Ride on Phewa Lake

Rent a boat on Phewa Lake for a couple of hours for about NPR 600 for two. Enjoy the lake and views of the mountains and temples.
NPR600, 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Busy Bee Cafe

Taste affordable but tasty local dishes and tea for about NPR 400 for two. Open till 9:00pm.
NPR400, 1h0m
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Day 3: Gurung Cottage & Trek

Near Pokhara, Nepal on May 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel

Simple breakfast included in hotel stay or costing around NPR 200 for two.
NPR200, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Gurung Cottage

Take local transport or a shared jeep (NPR 200) to Gurung Cottage, known for its authentic cultural experience and affordable stay if interested. Spend time exploring local culture and rural trekking options.
NPR200, 5h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Gurung Cottage

Enjoy a traditional Nepali home-cooked meal costing around NPR 400 for two.
NPR400, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return to Pokhara

Head back to Pokhara and rest or explore Lakeside area on foot, free of cost.
Free, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Friends Café

Affordable dinner with local and continental options for NPR 450 for two.
NPR450, 1h0m
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Day 4: Travel to Muktinath

Pokhara to Muktinath, Nepal on May 23, 2025

6:00am

Bus to Jomsom

Take the early local bus or shared jeep from Pokhara to Jomsom costing around NPR 1200 for two. The journey takes approximately 7 hours through scenic mountains.
NPR1200, 7h0m

1:30pm

Lunch in Jomsom

Have lunch at a local eatery offering simple meals for about NPR 350 for two.
NPR350, 1h0m

2:30pm

Trek from Jomsom to Muktinath

Start the 2.5-hour trek to Muktinath (approx. 11 km). This is a cultural pilgrimage spot with temples and scenic views.
Free, 2h30m

5:00pm

Stay in Budget Guesthouse at Muktinath

Check into a budget lodge costing around NPR 1000 for the night for two.
NPR1000, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at Guesthouse Kitchen

Enjoy simple Dal Bhat for about NPR 400 for two in the guesthouse kitchen.
NPR400, 1h0m
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Day 5: Muktinath to Pokhara

Muktinath to Pokhara, Nepal on May 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Early simple Nepalese breakfast for NPR 200 for two.
NPR200, 1h0m

8:00am

Return Trek to Jomsom

Trek back to Jomsom, approximately 2.5 hours, enjoying mountain views. No cost.
Free, 2h30m

11:00am

Bus from Jomsom to Pokhara

Catch the bus or shared jeep back to Pokhara costing NPR 1200 for two, around 7 hours journey.
NPR1200, 7h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Lakeside Market Food Stalls

Try local street food such as momos and chow mein for about NPR 400 for two.
NPR400, 1h0m

8:00pm

Check-in Budget Hotel in Pokhara

Rest overnight at the same budget hotel costing NPR 1000 for two.
NPR1000, Overnight
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Day 6: Return to Kolkata

Pokhara to Kolkata on May 25, 2025

6:00am

Bus from Pokhara to Raxaul

Begin the return trip early morning by bus to Raxaul, costing NPR 2000 for two, approximately 8 hours.
NPR2000, 8h0m

2:00pm

Train from Raxaul to Kolkata

Take the train back to Kolkata at NPR 600 for two, about 10 hours journey.
INR600, 10h0m

12:00am

Arrive Kolkata

Arrive back in Kolkata after an affordable and memorable 6-day tour.
Free, End
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