These treks are suitable for any walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. They are a combination of some longer and shorter walks and hill-walking experience is desirable. The duration is usually from 10 to 15 days. Following the up and down terrain of Nepal and walking to higher elevations contrasts these treks to those in the easy classification. However, you will be rewarded for your efforts with spectacular close-up views of glaciers and of the high Himalayas. Although the terrain is not difficult, some vigorous hiking experience is useful. There may be up to 6 hours a day on the trail and the elevation rises and falls from 800m/ 2624ft to 4000m/13210ft above sea level.
Nagarkot to Changunarayan Trekking is a short and sweet hike in the nearby Kathmandu valley. You can see village life, hiking hills, mountain views, and the country’s cultural history. Join us; we will introduce you to Nepal’s culture and nature. The day hike to Nagarkot Changunarayan is one of the best day hikes in the Kathmandu Valley. If you have just a day in Kathmandu and are looking for an adventure activity around the valley. If so, this Nagarkot Changunarayan day hiking trip is for you. It was mainly to escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu and to explore the countryside at the same time. It will amaze you how much the local villages along the trail have not changed. Despite being so close to the city, it still exhibits the traditional lifestyle of the countryside.
Nagarkot Changunarayan natural day hike and the Sunrise view from Nagarkot with all its white peaks. Mount Everest 8848 M height can be seen from Nagarkot view tower. On this spectacular one-day tour, you’ll see the picturesque hilltops and beautiful Tamang villages surrounding Nagarkot. Seeing the majestic white peaks of the world from the Nagarkot top 2195 meters spot. The journey to drive to Nagarkot early in the morning and hike down to Changunarayan temples is equally as amazing!
from the Nagarkot view top you are able to see the side In the west, you can observe the Himalayan Dhaulagiri (8167 meters/26,795 feet) while in the east, you can see Mount Everest (8848 meters/29,029) and Kanchenjunga (8586 meters/28,169 feet). See three of the highest peaks in the world in one sweeping view.
Starting time for Nagarkot Changunarayan hike
Nagarkot Changunarayan day hike trip starts From your hotel in Kathmandu, drive early in the morning with your private vehicle to Nagarkot Sunrise View Top, which is 28 kilometers away. One hour and fifteen minutes by car from Kathmandu. We pick you up from your hotel at 5 AM and drive you to Nagarkot Hill via Bhaktapur, the old city of Nepal.
Then, after taking photographs of sunrise and the Himalayas view from the Nagarkot tower, you will return to Nagarkot town with your guide, and you will have breakfast before you start hiking to Changunarayan from Nagarkot through the Tamang Village, the hiking trail descends gradually from Nagarkot.
Hiking from Nagarkot to Changunarayan crosses many mountains, including Tamang villages. This mountain contains the ancient temple of Changunarayan, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu Valley. Among the most popular day hikes through the lush pine forests of Telkot hill is this natural path. There are 2 hours 35 minutes distance and 9.6 kilometers) via Telkot Bhanjyang hill with an altitude difference of around 450 meters, arriving at Changunarayan temple, one of the seven World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu valley.
Changunarayan
Changunarayan is the oldest temple in Kathmandu Valley, dating back to the 7th century and listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. The hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan takes about 4 to 5 hours. Changunarayan is connected to Bhaktapur via a bus, or you can hike to Shankhu village before returning to Kathmandu. Nepal Wilderness Trekking organizes a private day hiking trip for our clients anytime throughout the year. At the end of our hike, we do lunch in Changunayaran and drive back to Kathmandu (22.4 km) via Araniko Highway in 1 hour.
Day Hike Tour Cost
Nagarkot Mountain View and Sunrise View a Day Hike Tour To Changunarayan is U$D 130/. For single Pax.
2 to 3 Pax U$D100/. per person
4 to 12 Pax U$D 80/. per person
13 to 20 pax U$D 70/. Per person.
We are only leading a day hike, but if you plan to stay overnight during the high season, plan ahead and book your room in advance, as hotels often become full later in the day. When you arrive later in the day you may have to take whatever you can get, which might mean a room without a view. In the afternoon, you will have a better selection of rooms if you arrive before the tourist buses. The hotels are often booked by agents in Kathmandu, who charge inflated prices. The most efficient way to book a room is to call the lodge or hotel directly. Budget hotels usually do not have hot water or heating. In the winter, you might want to bring a sleeping bag.
My cousin and I had Suk and Saujana as guides on an easier hike from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel. They were good company and it was great to not carry bags for the 25 km or worry about how to get from point A to B. The next day Saujana stayed with us to Kathmandu and brought us to a great local place to eat as well as a good place to buy outdoor wear.
Would definitely contact them if in the area again.
Himal was also quick to respond to all emails and provide information. Very happy with the service…More »
We had Suk and Saujana as guides for a simple but very long hike and another day around a few towns and temples. They were a lot of fun and very informative! Great companions to show you around Nepal! Would definitely call them next time…More »
Detail Itinerary
Cost Included
Private car/ Hiace from your Hotel to Nagarkot and Changu Narayan to your Hotel in Kathmandu with Driver
I hiked with my cousin from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel with the help of Suk and Sujan. I enjoyed their company and did not have to carry bags for 25 km or worry about how to get from A to B. The next day, Sujan stayed with us in Kathmandu and showed us a great local restaurant and a good place to shop for outdoor clothing.
I would definitely contact them again if I were in the area. In addition, Himal responded quickly to all emails and provided information. I am pleased with the service.
Nagarkot to Changunarayan Trekking is a short and sweet hike in the nearby Kathmandu valley. You can see village life, hiking hills, mountain views, and the country’s cultural history. Join us; we will introduce you to Nepal’s culture and nature. The day hike to Nagarkot Changunarayan is one of the best day hikes in the Kathmandu Valley. If you have just a day in Kathmandu and are looking for an adventure activity around the valley. If so, this Nagarkot Changunarayan day hiking trip is for you. It was mainly to escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu and to explore the countryside at the same time. It will amaze you how much the local villages along the trail have not changed. Despite being so close to the city, it still exhibits the traditional lifestyle of the countryside.
Nagarkot Changunarayan natural day hike and the Sunrise view from Nagarkot with all its white peaks. Mount Everest 8848 M height can be seen from Nagarkot view tower. On this spectacular one-day tour, you’ll see the picturesque hilltops and beautiful Tamang villages surrounding Nagarkot. Seeing the majestic white peaks of the world from the Nagarkot top 2195 meters spot. The journey to drive to Nagarkot early in the morning and hike down to Changunarayan temples is equally as amazing!
from the Nagarkot view top you are able to see the side In the west, you can observe the Himalayan Dhaulagiri (8167 meters/26,795 feet) while in the east, you can see Mount Everest (8848 meters/29,029) and Kanchenjunga (8586 meters/28,169 feet). See three of the highest peaks in the world in one sweeping view.
Starting time for Nagarkot Changunarayan hike
Nagarkot Changunarayan day hike trip starts From your hotel in Kathmandu, drive early in the morning with your private vehicle to Nagarkot Sunrise View Top, which is 28 kilometers away. One hour and fifteen minutes by car from Kathmandu. We pick you up from your hotel at 5 AM and drive you to Nagarkot Hill via Bhaktapur, the old city of Nepal.
Then, after taking photographs of sunrise and the Himalayas view from the Nagarkot tower, you will return to Nagarkot town with your guide, and you will have breakfast before you start hiking to Changunarayan from Nagarkot through the Tamang Village, the hiking trail descends gradually from Nagarkot.
Hiking from Nagarkot to Changunarayan crosses many mountains, including Tamang villages. This mountain contains the ancient temple of Changunarayan, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kathmandu Valley. Among the most popular day hikes through the lush pine forests of Telkot hill is this natural path. There are 2 hours 35 minutes distance and 9.6 kilometers) via Telkot Bhanjyang hill with an altitude difference of around 450 meters, arriving at Changunarayan temple, one of the seven World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu valley.
Changunarayan
Changunarayan is the oldest temple in Kathmandu Valley, dating back to the 7th century and listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. The hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan takes about 4 to 5 hours. Changunarayan is connected to Bhaktapur via a bus, or you can hike to Shankhu village before returning to Kathmandu. Nepal Wilderness Trekking organizes a private day hiking trip for our clients anytime throughout the year. At the end of our hike, we do lunch in Changunayaran and drive back to Kathmandu (22.4 km) via Araniko Highway in 1 hour.
Day Hike Tour Cost
Nagarkot Mountain View and Sunrise View a Day Hike Tour To Changunarayan is U$D 130/. For single Pax.
2 to 3 Pax U$D100/. per person
4 to 12 Pax U$D 80/. per person
13 to 20 pax U$D 70/. Per person.
We are only leading a day hike, but if you plan to stay overnight during the high season, plan ahead and book your room in advance, as hotels often become full later in the day. When you arrive later in the day you may have to take whatever you can get, which might mean a room without a view. In the afternoon, you will have a better selection of rooms if you arrive before the tourist buses. The hotels are often booked by agents in Kathmandu, who charge inflated prices. The most efficient way to book a room is to call the lodge or hotel directly. Budget hotels usually do not have hot water or heating. In the winter, you might want to bring a sleeping bag.
My cousin and I had Suk and Saujana as guides on an easier hike from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel. They were good company and it was great to not carry bags for the 25 km or worry about how to get from point A to B. The next day Saujana stayed with us to Kathmandu and brought us to a great local place to eat as well as a good place to buy outdoor wear.
Would definitely contact them if in the area again.
Himal was also quick to respond to all emails and provide information. Very happy with the service…More »
We had Suk and Saujana as guides for a simple but very long hike and another day around a few towns and temples. They were a lot of fun and very informative! Great companions to show you around Nepal! Would definitely call them next time…More »
Reviewed By Moscow akaOn November 21, 2018
