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Luxury Changu Nagarkot Hike with Overnight Stay & Bhaktapur Tour

5.0(4)2 daysKathmandu✓ Free cancellationPrivate tour
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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English

Overview

Changu Nagarkot Tour is an exhilarating one-day hiking adventure in the outskirts of Kathmandu. This fleeting excursion is an excellent holiday package with plenty of cultural and historical encounters along with natural beauty. The joy of walking through the cultural sites, remote settlements, and dense forest observing the majestic Himalayas just a few kilometers away from the busy streets of Kathmandu is simply unmatchable.Located 12 kilometers east of Kathmandu on a hilltop, Changu Narayan is considered as the oldest pagoda-style temple in Nepal and also enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage Sites.Similarly, Nagarkot is one of the most popular hill stations that lies 32 kilometers north of Kathmandu.This vantage point is best known for the startling sunrise and sunset view from the top.At the elevation of 2,160m, Nagarkot offers the broadest views of the rugged Himalayas and dramatic scenery in Kathmandu valley.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Drive to Changu Narayan and Hike to Nagarkot. (2,160m/7,087ft)⌄

    After the early morning breakfast at the hotel, we start the tour with half an hour drive to Changu Narayan. Upon reaching Changu, we explore the oldest temple in Kathmandu. After the short exploration, we begin our hike to the beautiful hill station of Nagarkot. The trail gradually ascends through the terraced farms and remote villages. The trail is largely dominated by the natural terrains under the shades of deciduous forest. The rugged Himalayas and fascinating landscapes accompany us throughout the journey. After about 4 hours of hiking in the outskirts of the valley, we reach the ending point of the hike at Nagarkot. From here, a private vehicle will transfer us to our hotel in Nagarkot. Overnight at hotel in Nagarkot.

    Meals: Dinner

    Overnight: Hotel Mystic Mountain or similar.

  2. 2Drive back to Kathmandu with Bhaktapur Sightseeing. (1,300m/4,264ft)⌄

    At 12 PM, we check out from our hotel in Nagarkot and drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square for a city tour. Bhaktapur, an ancient city in the eastern Kathmandu Valley, is known as 'Nepal’s Cultural Gem,' rich in arts, architecture, culture, and history. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, it boasts ancient palaces, temples, monuments, sculptures, and pagodas. After the cultural sightseeing, we return to the vibrant Kathmandu city, where the excursion concludes with a drop-off at your hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast

What's included

  • ✓An experienced English-speaking trekking guide.
  • ✓Twin sharing accommodation at Hotel Mystic Mountain with dinner and breakfast.
  • ✓All government as well as local taxes
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Private air conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • ✕Entrance fees to monuments are excluded and must be paid directly by guests.
  • ✕Personal expenses
  • ✕Lunch
  • ✕Tips for guide and driver.

Good to know

Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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