6 Days - Exclusive Kathmandu Nagarkot Hike & Cultural Tour

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu airport - meet & transfer to hotel

1. Kathmandu
   12h
   Meet at the airport then transfer to your hotel. Rest of the time is free to explore or rest at hotel.
2. Kathmandu Valley
   12h
   Kathmandu is actually a valley surrendered by mountains.
3. Pass by
   Thamel is the tourist hub of Kathmandu.

Day 2: Morning Mountain flight & Kathmandu Sightseeing tour at 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites

1. Kathmandu
   12h
   After breakfast, your guide shall meet you at the hotels' lobby & proceed with Kathmandu Sightseeing tour visiting 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites then back to hotel.
2. Kathmandu Durbar Square
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Kathmandu Durbar Square has old Royal palaces, courtyards, temples etc. (Note: Part of it are destroyed by 2015 earthquake but rebuilding is underway)
3. Pashupatinath Temple
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   Pashupatinath is the Hindu temple of Lord Shiva located at the banks of holy Bagmati River.
4. Boudhanath Stupa
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Boudhanath Stupa closer to Pashupatinath is the largest Buddhist Stupa inside the Kathmandu Valley.

Day 3: Tour of Patan, Bhaktapur & drive to Nagarkot.

1. Patan (Lalitpur)
   12h
   After breakfast, drive to Patan Durbar Square and explore around the area visiting ancient Royal palaces, museum, beautiful Royal courtyards. Then off to Bhaktapur Durbar Square visiting the royal palaces, temples, pottery square. Afterwards, drive to Dhulikhel from where beautiful mountain panorama can be observed.
2. Patan Durbar Square
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   Patan Durbar Square is the collection of age-old royal palaces, museum, beautiful royal courtyards, temples etc.
3. Bhaktapur Durbar Square
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   Bhaktapur Durbar Square has ancient royal palaces, 55 window palace, golden gate, museum, temples & shrines including pottery square where one can actually witness various products being prepared out of clay.
4. Nagarkot
   12h
   Nagarkot is a tourist destination in Nepal known for its panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest. It is situated at an altitude of 2,175 meters above sea level and is popular among nature lovers and hikers. Nagarkot offers stunning views of the sunrise and sunset over the Himalayas and is also great for bird watching. It has cultural significance as an ancient fort and is home to several temples and shrines, including the Nagarkot view tower.

Day 4: Day Hike (4hrs hike) to Dhulikhel or Changu Narayan from Nagarkot and back to Kathmandu

1. Changu Narayan Temple
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   Changunarayan is the Hindu temple and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
2. Dhulikhel
   1h
   Dhulikhel is a town about 30 kilometers from the Kathmandu, known for its scenic views of the Himalayas and rich cultural heritage. It's a popular destination for tourists seeking to experience Nepal's natural beauty and history.

Day 5: Chandragiri Hills & Swyambhunath (Monkey temple) tour & back to hotel.

1. Chandragiri Hills
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Chandragiri Hill is a popular tourist destination in Nepal, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the Kathmandu Valley. Visitors can take a cable car to the top to see the temple, restaurant and enjoy hiking and nature walks.
2. 30m
   Swayambhunathj or 'Monkey temple' is atop a hill providing great view of the Kathmandu City & surrounding mountains.

Day 6: Trip concludes & drop-off at airport.

1. Pass by
   Trip concludes & drop-off at the airport for your onward flight.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult