Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Sundarijal to Chisapani
Start with breakfast at your hotel in Kathmandu before driving about an hour to Sundarijal where the hike begins. The trail gradually climbs through pine and oak forests in Shivapuri Nuri National Park, and you'll likely spot birds and wildlife along the way. From Chisapani, the views stretch across the valley and up toward the Himalayas. You'll spend the night at a lodge in this Sherpa community area.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel in Kathmandu), Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike from Sundarijal through Shivapuri Nuri National Park
- Bird watching in Shivapuri Nuri National Park
- Panoramic Himalayan views from Chisapani
Landmarks Shivapuri Nuri National Park Sundarijal Chisapani - Day 2
Chisapani to Nagarkot
After breakfast at your lodge, you'll hike for about 6 hours toward Nagarkot. Around the 3-hour mark, you'll stop at Chauki Bhanjyang for lunch, then continue on charming trails for another 3 hours. Throughout the day, you get views of the Himalayan range stretching from Dhaulagiri in the west past Everest to Kanchenjunga in the east. You'll arrive in time to catch the sunset and stay overnight at a hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at lodge), Lunch (Lunch at Chauki Bhanjyang), Dinner
Included Activities
- 6-hour hike from Chisapani to Nagarkot
- Himalayan panorama views during hike
- Sunset view from Nagarkot
Landmarks Nagarkot Chauki Bhanjyang - Day 3
Nagarkot to Chagunarayan to Kathmandu
Wake early to catch the sunrise from the top of Nagarkot hill with panoramic Himalayan views across the river valley. After breakfast, hike for a couple of hours to Chagunarayan Temple, an ancient temple with significant artistic value and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll visit the temple, have lunch, then drive back to Kathmandu for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Sunrise view from Nagarkot
- Hike to Chagunarayan Temple
- Visit to Chagunarayan Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks Chagunarayan Temple Nagarkot
