Nagarkot Sunrise & Day Hike: Explore Changunarayan from Kathmandu

Experience the breathtaking Nagarkot sunrise and embark on a scenic day hike to Changu Narayan from Kathmandu. Discover stunning views of the Himalayas, explore a Tamang village, and visit the ancient Changu Narayan temple.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nagarkot View Tower - Nagarkot is a popular hill station located in Nepal, just east of the Kathmandu Valley. It’s renowned for its stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains, including famous peaks like Mount Everest and Langtang Lirung. Nagarkot View Tower, also known as Nagarkot Tower or Nagarkot Sunrise Tower, is a popular attraction…
What's Included
  • Breakfast included
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Expert guidance from a professional guide
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges covered
  • Transportation with a professional driver
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Personal shopping
Additional Information

Embarking on the hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan, located at the fringe of Kathmandu valley, one can savour a relatively short and manageable expedition. Originating from the hill resort of Nagarkot, this trek of about three or four hours is adorned with striking panoramas of the Himalayas encircling the small but captivating Kathmandu valley. It…

Location
Nagarkot View Tower
Bageshwori-Nagarkot Rd
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Signas
Nov 3, 2023
All in all a successful experience with a very nice guide, Ghan. - I was picked up at 4:45 a.m. from my hotel in Thamel by my guide Ghan in a private vehicle and driver. About an hour later we arrived in Nagarkot. After the sunrise at the View Tower, we drove to a Nepalese restaurant in Nagarkot, where we had breakfast (noodle soup) and from there the hike to Changu Narayan started. Unfortunately, due to the weather, we couldn't see much of the sunset, but the subsequent hike was very beautiful and went through various villages and forests. Ghan was very informative and explained a lot. It was clear that my well-being and pleasure was important to him. We were back at my hotel in Thamel around 12:00 p.m. It was a great experience, even though we didn't see the sunrise.
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Z4296bmld
Oct 16, 2023
Great experience - Great hike, great communication and attention. Lovely guide. Enjoyable conversation and very knowledgeable. Very easy to make the plan and the location was convenient. He kindly lent me, free of charge, walking sticks for the duration of my 12 day trip. I would highly recommend you use this guide. What's app is best for communication upon booking.
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Ascng
Oct 6, 2023
Stunning sunrise and scenery - The hiking was an amazing experience from start to finish. Watching the sunrise at Nagarkot was absolutely unforgettable. The breathtaking scenery created memories that will last a lifetime. The tour was impeccably organized. My tour guide Ghan was not only friendly but also incredibly helpful. Throughout the hike, he provided insightful information about the area, making the journey even more enriching. Ghan's knowledge of the route was impressive. He showed me some secret spots that were perfect for capturing stunning photos. This hike is beginner-friendly and suitable for most fitness levels. It's an excellent choice for anyone looking to explore the nature. Highly recommended!
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Zaned506
Sep 11, 2023
Awesome Trek! - Great views and Ghan was so accommodating and flexible! We got to see a wide variety of sites and the stop for food was DELICIOUS.
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Lucas_g
Jan 21, 2023
Great walking tour outside Kathmandu - This tour was a great way to spend a day outside the city. Ghan, our guide, was super fun and a great guy to spend time with. After an amazing sunrise looking at the Himalayas and a very good breakfast in a local restaurant, we went hiking for about 3:30h, where we had great views of the mountains and the valley. It was also a nice opportunity to see how is life in Nepal outside the city. Despite not being professional hikkers, we didn’t have any problem to complete the long walk. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Ohwondersoftheworld
Nov 16, 2022
Stunning - Absolutely beautiful views and tour guide was funny! Took me to local restaurants which were fantastic.
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D5891qsandrewr
Nov 2, 2022
Very happy with the whole experience. - Had a great time on the day hike. The sunrise was really enjoyable to watch with great views of the distant surrounding mountains with some awesome photo opportunities. Day hike wasn't too hard by any means and just really refreshing and a fantastic opportunity to see the local countryside. Guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and just all around good company. I'd highly recommend it!
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Jakemr5920ak
Nov 1, 2022
Nagarkot Trek Ghantatsic - Fantastic trip, Ghan was really helpful and informative. The first half is downhill through villages and a temple. The trek then goes slightly Uphill, but is not too challenging. Breakfast was also tasty. Highly recommended!
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Kadiel2022
Oct 26, 2022
Sunrise hike - Great guide, informative and kind. Lovely driver. Fab hike seeing mountains, temples, local villages, rice paddies and a beautiful sunrise. Would recommend.
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T6662chpierrem
Oct 23, 2022
Amazing sunset and nice trek - A really nice half day with a friendly guide and Amazing sunset in the perfect place at the perfect moment. And then really cool hiking through typical nepal landscape! We finish the hike by visiting the impressive old city of Bakthapur. I recommand!
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From $59
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).