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Nagarkot Sunrise and hike to Changu Narayan tour takes you to the beautiful hill Nagarkot, located at an altitude of 2,195 meters. The hill offers mesmerizing sunrise views over the spectacular Himalayan range. Soak in the fresh air of the mountains and sweeping views of the Himalayas during a private 7-8 hour tour starting from Kathmandu, Patan or Bhaktapur.
After sunrise, stop for the breakfast or tea/coffee at hotel in Nagarkot and start the hike to Changu Narayan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is known for its exquisite stone carvings, sculptures, and intricate architecture. The distance from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hike is approximately 12 kilometers, and it takes around 4-5 hours to complete the hike, depending on your pace and the stops you make along the way.
Please note that from Nagarkot, mountain views are only visible when the weather is clear and without clouds.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We pick up from your location in Patan, Bhaktapur or Kathmandu.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Your private guide will collect you from your hotel at 4:15am for the scenic 90-minute drive to Nagarkot. You'll pass small towns, lush forests, winding roads, and little teahouses as you enjoy mountain panoramas in the distance. About 24 miles away from Kathmandu, Nagarkot towers at an elevation of 7,200 feet (2,195 meters). Enjoy sunrise from Nagarkot view tower and your guide will point out the different Himalayan ranges in the distance, among them the Annapurna Range, the Mansiri Range, the Langtang Range, the Everest Range, and the Rolwaling Range. From here, you'll follow a small walking trail to the village of Rohini Bhanjyang that has amazing views across to the Himalayan ranges. From here, the rugged path leads through the little hamlets of Kankre and Tanchok to Tusal, where it climbs uphill through farms and farmland to Opi. Hike an hour or so further and you'll reach the stunning hill station of Dhulikhel, with its majestic natural beauty. The snowcapped mountains often look as though they're floating in the air when the blue haze covers their flanks, while the landscapes of farmland and mountain peaks are timeless. Spend some time in Dhulikhel admiring the views and capturing great shots before your private driver collects you and your guide. It's a bit over an hour to Kathmandu, so you should be back at your hotel before 1-2pm, traffic permitting.
Admission ticket free -
Nagarkot Buddha Peace Park Hiking Trail (Pass by)
Scenic hike! - Nagarkot to Dhulikhel hikind distance is 18-19KM.
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1Nagarkot View Tower
Sunrise view from Nagarkot View Tower!
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
Nagarkot Hiking (Pass by)
The hike start from Nagarkot
Admission ticket free -
2Changu Narayan Temple
Changu Narayan UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Kathmandu (Pass by)
We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.
Admission ticket free -
Kathmandu Valley (Pass by)
We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.
Admission ticket free -
Boudhanath Stupa (Pass by)
We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- From Nagarkot, mountain views are only visible when the weather is clear and without clouds.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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