Nagarkot Hiking

The journey begins by private vehicle from your hotel in Kathmandu to the ancient village of Changu Narayan. Home to the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley, it dates back over 800 years. The entire village has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its unique architecture and beauty. The streets are stepped and of flagstone with craftsmen doing their traditional carvings in stone and wood as they have done for centuries. After visiting the village, trek for around four hours upwards to the top of Nagarkot for an amazing sunset over the snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas. Rising to an elevation of 2,175 meters, it is an ideal place to watch the sunset.

Changu Narayan Temple

We drive from your hotel to trek starting point Changu Narayan Temple. You visit a half hour and start hiking to Nagarkot.

Nagarkot View Tower

In the morning for Nagarkot Sunrise, you may have the option to see from your hotel or hike up to Nagarkot's viewpoint.

Kali Temple

Rise early to watch an amazing sunrise over the Himalayas. After breakfast at your hotel set off on the trail to Dhulikhel. This city is located on a bluff and is known for its temples as well as fantastic views. The trip is relatively downhill to Dhulikhel and features a wonderful walk through the jungles of the mountain regions and terraced farmland. Watch hawks and eagles glide on the thermals that rise from the Valley floor below. There is quite of wildlife as you trek to your hotel in Dhulikhel.

Namo Buddha (Stupa)

The final day of trekking is a short day as you leave the beautiful city of Dhulikhel and trek to the sacred grounds of Namo Buddha. This place is a Buddhist pilgrimage site, one of the three most sacred Buddhist places in the Kathmandu Valley. The air is so fresh and clear here with fantastic views of the Himalayas. It is very peaceful here as you explore the grounds. It is said that Lord Buddha in a previous life offered himself to feed a starving tigress who was so weak with hunger; she was unable to feed her newborn cubs. There is a monastery that you can visit here as you enjoy the amazing tranquility of the Namo Buddha. After exploring Namo Buddha travel back to Kathmandu by private vehicle.