Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Sundarijal to Chisapani
You'll drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal early in the morning, then your guide meets you to start the trek toward Chisapani. The trail winds through the Shivapuri National Park region with forest paths and gradual elevation gain. By afternoon, you reach Chisapani village where you'll spend the night, taking in views of the surrounding ridges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike from Sundarijal to Chisapani
Landmarks Sundarijal Chisapani Shivapuri National Park - Day 1
Kathmandu to Sundarijal to Chisapani
Your hotel pickup happens early in the morning, and from there it's roughly a 1.5 hour drive to Sundarijal where your trek actually begins. The trail takes you through Shivapuri Wildlife Reserve, and you'll pass through Mulkharka, a Tamang village, where rhododendron forests line the path. This first trekking day runs about 4 hours total, so you'll arrive in Chisapani with time to settle into your guest house before evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Sundarijal to Chisapani through Shivapuri Wildlife Reserve
- Pass through Mulkharka Tamang village
- Trek through rhododendron forests
Landmarks Shivapuri Wildlife Reserve Mulkharka Chisapani 
- Day 2
Chisapani to Nagarkot
After breakfast, you head out on the hike from Chisapani to Nagarkot. The route takes you through the foothills with trails that open up to views across the valley. You'll walk for several hours, passing through rhododendron forests and small settlements. By evening, you arrive in Nagarkot, a ridge-top town where you can see the Kathmandu Valley spread below.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike from Chisapani to Nagarkot
Landmarks Nagarkot - Day 2
Chisapani to Nagarkot
Starting early from Chisapani, the trek to Nagarkot takes roughly 7 hours and involves plenty of elevation changes - both climbing and descending. As the sun comes up, the northern mountains light up in reds and oranges, and if conditions are clear, you can see all the way across to major peaks like Dhaulagiri, Everest, and Kanchenjunga. You'll reach your Nagarkot hotel by late afternoon, giving you time to catch the sunset from the hilltop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot
- View northern mountains and Himalayan range
Landmarks Nagarkot 
- Day 3
Nagarkot to Dhulikhel
This morning begins with a descent from Nagarkot toward Dhulikhel. The trail combines mountain paths with sections that pass through farmland and local communities. You'll experience both natural scenery and the cultural landscape of the foothills. Later, you reach Dhulikhel, a historic town with ancient temples and traditional architecture where you spend the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel
Landmarks Dhulikhel - Day 3
Nagarkot to Changunarayan to Kathmandu
After watching both sunset and sunrise from Nagarkot, you'll trek down an old route heading toward Changunarayan, passing through a small Newari town along the way. Changu Narayan Temple sits at your destination, and it's worth your time since it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site with real artistic significance. From there, the drive back to Kathmandu takes around an hour, so you'll be back at your hotel by early afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Trek from Nagarkot to Changunarayan
- Visit Changu Narayan Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Landmarks Changunarayan Temple 
- Day 4
Dhulikhel to Namobouddha to Kathmandu
You trek from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha, the final hiking section of your journey. This trail leads to the sacred site where Buddhist pilgrims come to visit. Once you reach Namobuddha, you'll have time to explore the temples and surroundings. From there, your private car picks you up for the drive back to Kathmandu, finishing your mountain hiking tour by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha
Landmarks Namobuddha Monastery
