Adventure Friendship
Nagarkot Hiking
Trip ID: UM4742
Trip Overview
Trip Highlight
- Scenic 2-day hike near Kathmandu, ideal for short holidays
- Panoramic sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas (including Everest on clear days)
- Overnight stay at the popular hill station of Nagarkot
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Changunarayan Temple
- A mix of cultural exploration, nature walk, and local village experience
Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1 : Drive to Sakhu and Hike to Nagarkot
After breakfast at your hotel in Kathmandu, we drive to Sakhu (about 1 hour) and begin our hike. The trail gradually ascends through terraced fields and forests, becoming steeper in the last stretch before reaching Nagarkot. The hike takes about 3–4 hours. Enjoy the panoramic Himalayan views upon arrival. Overnight stay in Nagarkot.
- Day 2 : Hike from Nagarkot to Changunarayan – Drive Back to Kathmandu
Wake up early for a mesmerizing sunrise over the Himalayas, including views of Everest, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal on a clear day. After breakfast, hike for 2–3 hours downhill to Changunarayan Temple, an ancient UNESCO-listed temple with exquisite wood and stone carvings. After exploring the temple and having lunch, drive back to Kathmandu.
Trip Cost Inclusion
- Private tourist vehicle transportation (Kathmandu – Sakhu, Changunarayan – Kathmandu)
- 1-night hotel accommodation in Nagarkot
- Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Guide’s salary, food, accommodation, transportation, and insurance
- Entrance permits for Nagarkot and Changunarayan Temple
Trip Cost Exclusion
- Nepal entry visa fee (easily available on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – 3 passport-size photos required)
- Meals and hotels in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, desserts
- International airfare and airport departure tax
- Tips for guide, driver, or porter
- Any expenses not mentioned in the “Included” section
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