Nepal · Hiking

1-Day Chandragiri Cable Car and Champadevi Hike from Kathmandu

1 Day Round trip from Thankot Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic cable car ride to Chandragiri Hill
  • 02 Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
  • 03 Panoramic Himalayan views, weather permitting
  • 04 Peaceful forest hike to Champadevi
  • 05 Less-crowded, nature-rich experience
  • 06 Stunning viewpoints over Kathmandu Valley

Experience one of the best day excursions from Kathmandu, combining a scenic cable car ride with a beautiful ridge hike. This tour takes you to Chandragiri Hill for panoramic Himalayan views and continues along peaceful forest trails to the sacred Champadevi Hill. It is perfect for travelers seeking nature, light adventure, and cultural experience in one day.

This tour takes you to Chandragiri Hill for panoramic Himalayan views and continues along peaceful forest trails to the sacred Champadevi Hill.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Kathmandu
Languages English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Chandragiri Cable Car Ride and Champadevi Ridge Hike

08:00 AM - Hotel Pickup
Drive from your hotel to the Chandragiri Cable Car station, which takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

09:00 AM - Cable Car Ride
Take a scenic ride up to Chandragiri Hill at 2,551 m. Enjoy panoramic views and visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple.

11:30 AM - Begin Hike to Champadevi
Start a moderate hike along a forest ridge trail with beautiful valley views.

01:00 PM - Midway Break
Take a short rest stop for snacks and photos.

02:00 PM - Reach Champadevi Hill
Arrive at Champadevi Hill at 2,285 m, explore the hilltop temple, and enjoy stunning views of Kathmandu Valley.

02:30 PM - Lunch Break
Relax and enjoy your packed lunch.

03:00 PM - Descend Hike
Walk down to the Hattiban/Pharping area, which takes around 1.5-2 hours.

04:00 PM - Drive Back to Kathmandu

05:00 PM - Drop-off at Hotel

Chandragiri Hill (Nepal), Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, Champadevi Hill, panoramic Kathmandu Valley

Where this trip takes you

Chandragiri Hill (Nepal), Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, Champadevi Hill, panoramic Kathmandu Valley

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Thankot 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Chandragiri cable car tickets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Mineral water bottle

What's Not Included

  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide/driver

What to bring

  • Comfortable hiking shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Packed lunch/snacks
  • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat
  • Light jacket

Know before you go

  • Moderate fitness level required
  • Cable car may have waiting time during peak days
  • Weather affects mountain visibility
  • Carry cash for personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tour start
Thankot, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Thankot.

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