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This day tour departs from your hotel in Kathmandu to the Nagarkot viewpoint at 2,175m for views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks, then continues on foot to Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the top, enjoy a mountain panorama stretching across Everest, Gauri Shankar, Dorje Lakpa, Langtang and Ganesh Himal. During the hike of about 3 hours, you pass seasonal farms, farmers herding goats and a traditional local distillery, getting a close look at everyday life in rural Nepal. Depending on the option, you can also take a route across a suspension bridge or join a sunrise or sunset tour.
A professional guide picks you up from your hotel by vehicle, and after a scenic drive of about 1.5 hours you reach the Nagarkot viewpoint (2,175m). From the top, enjoy a panorama of the Himalayas including Everest, Gauri Shankar, Dorje Lakpa, Langtang and Ganesh Himal, and take a short break with tea or coffee at a local teahouse.
After a short 10-minute drive, start the hike of about 3 hours toward Changu Narayan. The trail mixes flat sections and gentle climbs, ending with a gentle descent. Pass seasonal farms, farmers herding goats and a traditional local distillery to see everyday rural life in Nepal, and stop at a peaceful Hindu temple along the way.
When you arrive in Changu village, have lunch at a local restaurant and then explore Changu Narayan Temple. Take your time admiring ancient Nepali stone and wood carvings and statues depicting gods and goddesses, then return to your hotel by vehicle.
With the suspension bridge option, after viewing the mountains from Nagarkot Tower you drive about 20 minutes, walk about 25m downhill to cross a suspension bridge, and then continue to Changu Narayan Temple. Sunrise and sunset tour options are also available. The sunset tour starts in Changu village and ends in Nagarkot with the sun setting over the Himalayas.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.
Meeting point :
Kathmandu hotel pickup
Meeting point information:
Pickup is from hotels in the Kathmandu and Thamel areas. Please provide your hotel details when booking. Pickup is from the hotel or designated pickup point you select when booking. Please check the voucher provided after your booking is confirmed for the exact pickup location and time.