Nepal · Hiking

4-Day Nagarkot Hike from Kathmandu via Chisopani Trail

4 Days Round trip from Ring Rd Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Pass by the beautiful Tamang village on the trek to Chisopani
  • 02 Watch a breathtaking sunset over the Himalayan peaks
  • 03 Revel in the local culture of villages
  • 04 Pay your respects at the ancient Changunarayan Temple

Sign up for this short 4-day hike to gorgeous Nagarkot through the Chisopani trail. Treat yourself to scenic sights of lush green forests and terraced fields, and marvel at magnificent sunrise and sunset views over the mighty Himalayan ranges, including Manasalu, Lantang, and the famous Mt. Everest. Along the way, meet locals in village communities and learn about their culture and traditions, before visiting the ancient Changunarayan Temple.

Treat yourself to scenic sights of lush green forests and terraced fields, and marvel at magnificent sunrise and sunset views over the mighty Himalayan ranges, including Manasalu, Lantang, and the famous Mt. Everest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kathmandu, Chisapani, Nagarkot
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrive in Kathmandu

  • Arrive at Kathmandu Airport and get dropped off at your hotel.

  • After a long flight, take some time to rest and freshen up. If you arrive in the early morning hours, we will discuss your trip program at our office. Otherwise, we will begin early the next morning.

  • In the evening, take a walk around your hotel's surroundings.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Drive to Sundarijal and hike to Chisopani

  • Have breakfast and head to Sundarijal on a 45-minute drive. The trail then leads toward Chisopani, crossing village areas along the way.

  • Enjoy an amazing hike through green forests and agricultural fields. Pass by the Tamang village on the way to Chisopani via Mulkharka. From here, you can see panoramic Himalayan ranges, especially Dorja Lakpa, Gaurishanakar, Ganesh Himal, and Manasalu Himal.

Overnight stay at a tea house.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

3
Day 03

Trek through forests to Nagarkot

  • Enjoy a spectacular sunrise view today before starting the journey.

  • Today will be a gentle walk through the forests. You will hear birds chirping and enjoy the natural atmosphere before descending to Jhule and Chauki Bhanjyang. Revel in the beautiful scenery of the villages and terraced fields here. Eventually, after a long walk, we will arrive at Nagarkot.

  • Marvel at an amazing sunset over the Himalayan ranges, including Ganesh, Lantang, Gaurishankar, Everest, and other peaks.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

4
Day 04

Nagarkot sunrise, Changunarayan Temple and return to Kathmandu

  • Wake up early in the morning to capture the incredible sunrise view over the mountain ranges.

  • Then have breakfast and trek down to Changunarayan Temple. Changunarayan is one of the oldest medieval Hindu temples in Nepal.

  • Enjoy seeing the beautiful ancient arts and get to know the cultural traditions here.

  • Drive back to Kathmandu.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Chisopani trail, Tamang village, Nagarkot sunrise, Changunarayan Temple

Where this trip takes you

Chisopani trail, Tamang village, Nagarkot sunrise, Changunarayan Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ring Rd 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking local (Nepali) trekking guide

  • Kathmandu hotel as per the BB plan (Bed and Breakfast)

  • All meals during the two days of hiking

  • Transfers to and from the trek by car or van, as per group size

  • Food, accommodation, and salary for your guide and porters

  • All necessary trekking permits for the Chisopani Nagarkot Trek

  • Insurance and trekking gear for your guide and porters

  • All local government taxes and VAT

What's Not Included

  • Trekking equipment and any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages, phone charges, and laundry

  • Meals in Kathmandu

  • Emergency rescue and travel insurance

  • Trip cancellation costs, accident or health-related costs, and loss, theft, or damage to personal effects

  • We advise you to take out personal travel insurance.

  • Tips for the Nepali guide and porter

Know before you go

  • The cost is for a minimum of two people. A single person will have to pay additional costs.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ring Rd, काठमाडौं 44600, Nepal
Tour start
Ring Rd, काठमाडौँ 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Ring Rd.

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