Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu

4.9 (133 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Kathmandu
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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.

Options

Nagarkot Sunrise & Changu Hike

6–7 Hour Tour: Pickup time varies with the season, as sunrise ranges from 5:07 am in summer to 6:31 am in winter.
Pickup included

Nagarkot hike & sunset view

6-7 hours: Changu to Nagarkot Hike & Sunset View from Nagarkot
Pickup included

Day Nagarkot & Changu Hike

Nagarkot & Changu Day Hike: Visit Nagarkot for Mountain Views & Hike to Changunarayan Day Trip
Pickup included

Nagarkot Sunrise Tour only

Duration: 3 hours
Private Nagarkot Sunrise Tour: Private Nagarkot Sunrise Tour – Approx. 3 Hours from Kathmandu
Pickup included

What's included

  • All Taxes
  • Mineral water
  • Professional English speaking tour guide.
  • Private transportation with air condition
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off by a private vehicle.
  • Personal Expenses, Any meals and drinks.
  • Changu Narayan Entrance fee
  • Gratuities for guide and driver.

What to expect

  1. Nagarkot Nature Trail
    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.
  2. Nagarkot Buddha Peace Park Hiking Trail
    Pass by
    Scenic hike! - Nagarkot to Dhulikhel hikind distance is 18-19KM.
  3. Nagarkot View Tower
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Sunrise view from Nagarkot View Tower!
  4. Nagarkot Hiking
    Pass by
    The hike start from Nagarkot
  5. Changu Narayan Temple
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Changu Narayan UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu
  6. Kathmandu
    Pass by
    We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.
  7. Kathmandu Valley
    Pass by
    We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.
  8. Boudhanath Stupa
    Pass by
    We pick up traveler from kathmandu valley.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up from your location in Patan, Bhaktapur or Kathmandu.

Additional information

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.9 (133)
From
$10.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Breakfree Adventures Pvt. Ltd. · Booked through Viator
More activities in Kathmandu
From
$10.00 per person
Check availability