Nagarkot Sunrise and Day Hike to Changu Narayan from Kathmandu

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Watch one of the finest sunrises at Nagarkot
• 02 See Himalayan views stretching from Langtang and Ganesh Himal to Mt. Manaslu and the Annapurnas
• 03 Hike through Brahmin and Tamang villages above the Kathmandu Valley
• 04 Visit Changu Narayan, a famous Hindu temple and UNESCO World Heritage Site

Head out for a sunrise tour to Nagarkot and visit one of the most interesting UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Changu Narayan. This tour offers a fantastic combination of scenery, culture, and heritage at an enjoyable pace. On a clear day, you can take in views of the Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu, and the Annapurna Mountains, then continue on a scenic hike through Brahmin and Tamang villages to the historic Newari settlement of Changu Narayan.

On a clear day, you can take in views of the Langtang range, Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu, and the Annapurna Mountains, then continue on a scenic hike through Brahmin and Tamang villages to the historic Newari settlement of Changu Narayan.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 32 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Nagarkot

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike to Changu Narayan

• Start at about 4 am to 5 am, depending on the season, for a 42 km drive to watch one of the finest sunrises at Nagarkot. On a clear day, you can see the ranges of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu, and the Annapurna Mountains.

• Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Nagarkot.

• Head on the trail towards Changu Narayan at about 8 am. This trail passes through Brahmin and Tamang villages.

• Watch the people as they farm the terraced fields that hang on the sides of the hills overlooking the Kathmandu Valley.

• Arrive at Changu Narayan. Here, discover a wonderful little Newari village, where wood and stone carvings have been preserved over the centuries.

• Depart back to your hotel or residence in Kathmandu.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private vehicle

• English-speaking local guide

What's Not Included

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

• Breakfast is not included in the price.

• Extra donations at temples and monasteries

• All extra activities

• If your hotel is outside the ring road, an additional charge will apply for pickup and drop-off.

What to bring

• Bring warm clothing during winter.

Know before you go

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

• Hotel pickup is only available from selected hotels in Kathmandu inside the ring road.

• This tour will depart regardless of weather conditions. No refund will be given if the weather limits views of the sunrise and mountains. In poor weather or severe traffic conditions, the tour itinerary is subject to change without notice. No cancellations or refunds will be issued. See voucher for details.

• Departure may be between 4 am and 5 am, depending on the season.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kathmandu, Nepal

Tour start

Nagarkot, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.