4-Day Kathmandu, Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Tour with Himalayan Views

4 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Easy pace

Hike up in a hill in Bhaktapur to witness a magical sunset

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of Kathmandu's oldest Hindu temples and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
02 See Boudhanath Stupa, the largest spherical stupa in Nepal, renowned for its massive mandala
03 Explore Bhaktapur's pottery, handicrafts, art, and culture
04 Enjoy sunset and sunrise views over Nagarkot with breathtaking Himalayan scenery
05 Marvel at the detailed embossed art and architecture of Changu Narayan Temple

Explore the temples, monasteries, and heritage squares tucked into the alleys of Nepal's capital, then continue to Bhaktapur and Nagarkot for a peaceful escape. This 4-day journey combines Kathmandu's sacred landmarks with the art, culture, and handicrafts of Bhaktapur. In Nagarkot, witness a magical sunset and sunrise, along with breathtaking views of the Himalayas from a cosy room in a village known for its unfiltered beauty.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Meet your Kathmandu tour guide at the airport and head to the hotel.

Overnight in the hotel.

Day 02

Kathmandu Heritage Sightseeing

Start the day with a delightful breakfast and set out on a journey to the popular sites of the Kathmandu Valley, including Pashupatinath Temple - the oldest Hindu temple in Kathmandu and a World Heritage Site, Boudhanath Stupa - the largest spherical stupa in Nepal, renowned for its massive mandala, Swayambhunath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Head back to your hotel.

Day 03

Bhaktapur Sightseeing and Nagarkot Sunset

Have breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bhaktapur for a sightseeing tour, enjoying the pottery, handicrafts, art, and culture of the place.
After lunch in Bhaktapur, proceed to Nagarkot to capture the stunning sunset.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 04

Nagarkot Sunrise and Changu Narayan Temple

Take a morning stroll around Nagarkot and enjoy the pleasing view of the sunrise and mountain ranges.
After breakfast, proceed to Changu Narayan Hindu Temple and marvel at the temple's art and architecture, with its detailed embossed work. Head back to the hotel later.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 3 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All arrival and departure transfers and drives by a private Toyota Hiace, accompanied by an English-speaking tour representative, escort, or guide. Sightseeing tours of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan City are included as per the itinerary, along with applicable monument fees.
Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
All World Heritage Site entry fees.
Salary and insurance of tour guides, drivers, and other travel staff.

What's Not Included

International airfares.
Lunches and dinners, except the welcome and farewell dinner.
Items of a personal nature, such as bar bills, telephone calls, laundry, extra mileage, and any extra costs incurred due to natural calamities, flight delays, etc.
Comprehensive travel insurance or "Umbrella Insurance" to cover illness, hospitalization, travel medicines, loss of valuables, theft, change of itinerary, and flight and tour cancellations due to unavoidable circumstances.

Know before you go

Nagarkot is a quiet hill station located to the east of Kathmandu Valley, about an hour and a half's drive from the main city. The hill station has a colder climate compared to Kathmandu, and the air is fresh.
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, and the valley contains 3 districts - Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Patan. UNESCO has listed 7 monuments in Kathmandu as World Heritage Sites.

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