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Nagarkot Hiking – 1 Day

Nagarkot Hike Quick Information

Trip Facts

Weather

Weather 16°C to 27°C View Weather Detail

Duration

Duration 1 Days

Difficulty

Difficulty Easy

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel

Meals Included

Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch

Best Season

Best Season Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, March, April, May

Transportation

Transportation Private overland Transport

Daily Activity

Daily Activity Approx. 3 – 4 hours

Religion

Religion Buddhist, Hindu

Ethnic People

Ethnic People Tamang

Geographic Terrain

Geographic Terrain Mountain, Forest, Village

Region of Nepal

Region of Nepal Nagarkot, Kathmandu

Max. Altitude

Max. Altitude 2175m./7177ft.

Nagarkot Hiking Overview

Your hiking guide will come to pick you up at 4:30 am in the morning at your hotel and take you to Nagarkot by private vehicle. You will hike to changunarayan temple through local trail passing local houses and terraces. You may see the Bhaktapur Village very near to you and the beautiful Kathmandu Valley at the far distance from Changunarayan temple and the splendid view of the Himalayas on the way. Changunarayan temple is one of the oldest temples in the valley. It is said to have been built by King Hari Dutta in 323 AD. It has listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Monument List in 1979. After visiting this temple we have lunch and drive back to Kathmandu.

 

Nagarkot Hiking is specially designed for those visitors who are interested to see sun rise and Mt. Everest with many more snowcapped himalaya range combining with nature walking and local villages. Nagarkot is the one of the nearest and popular hills around Kathmandu valley.This package gives an opportunity to explore the combination of terrace, local village through natural path and stunning view and sun rise with himalaya range from Nagarkot . You will be fully entertained your day in Kathmandu.

 At an elevation of 2175m. above the sea level 17 kilometer away  one of most popular hill situated east from Kathmandu. It is popular for mountain views particularly at sunrise. From this place some mountains above 6000 meters, Annapurna (8091m), Manasalu (8165m), Ganesh Himal (7446m) and Lantang Lirung (7245m) can be seen.  Most attraction is to see the Top of the world Mount Everest ( 8848 m.) as the tallest brother standing with other snowcapped high mountains.

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Nagarkot Hiking Highlights

  • Amazing View of Mt. Everest and many more snowcapped himalaya ranges.
  • Beautiful Sun rise with panoramic view .
  • Enjoy the hiking trail through Nagarkot – Tilkot – Changunarayan and the nearest remote villages of Kathmandu.
  • Visit Historical and hindu temple – Changunarayan .
  • Catch the majestic panoramic view of Annapurna (8091m), Manasalu (8165m), Ganesh Himal (7446m) and Lantang Lirung (7245m).
January
0°C to 15°C
February
2°C to 17°C
March
5°C to 20°C
April
8°C to 23°C
May
12°C to 25°C
June
15°C to 27°C
July
16°C to 27°C
August
16°C to 26°C
September
14°C to 26°C
October
10°C to 23°C
November
5°C to 19°C
December
2°C to 16°C

1 Day Nagarkot Hike Itinerary

Day 1

Drive to Nagarkot – Hike to Changunarayan Temple – Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square- Drive to Kathmandu

Day 1 Facts

Trekking Time Average

27 km. Drive to Nagarkot ( Avg. 2 hrs.) Hike to Changunaraya – Visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square – Drive to Kathmandu

Altitude

(2175m./7177ft.)

Included meals

Breakfast, Lunch

Time :             Activities

04:30 am :      Meet with hiking guide at hotel’s lobby and depart to Nagarkot by private vehicle

05:45 am:        Arrive at Nagarkot, Sun rise and stunning view of Himalaya ranges with  Everest

06:30 am:        Breakfast at Nagarkot

07:30 am:        Begin hiking to Changunarayan Temple

10:30 am:        Arrive Chanhunarayan temple

11:30 am:        Visit Temple and Explore around

12:00 pm:        Lunch

01:00 pm:        Depart to Bhaktapur Durbar Square

03:00 pm:       Excursion the oldest cultural heritage Bhaktapur Durbar Square

04:00 pm:        Arrive at hotel

What’s Included

  • One professional hiking guide and his all expenses as meals, salary and insurance etc.
  • Breakfast at Nagarkot and Lunch during hiking.
  • Private vehicle with driver as per mentioned in itinerary.
  • Public Liability Insurance.
  • Government tax and service charge.

What’s Not included

  • Hotel accommodation/meals in Kathmandu
  • Entrance fee at Changunarayan temple
  • International flight tickets .
  • Nepal Tourist Visa
  • Tips for guide and driver

Nagarkot Hike Route Map

Trail
Return Trail

Join our group departures

Available dates.

Our scheduled group tours offer fixed departure dates, providing an excellent opportunity for travelers to join our small group trips.

Note : Our fixed group departure dates, services and price is guaranteed even if the group numbers are 1 person to maximum 18 persons. We will provide a guide cum porter if there is only 1 person to operate the trek and one more assistant guide if group size is above 10 persons.And of course , guide cum porter will carry 10 kg luggage

Nagarkot Hiking – 1 Day Departure Date

1 Day

Trip Days

18 Jan, 2026

Start Sunday

18 Jan, 2026

End Sunday

3

Pax Booked

18

Group Size

USD $80

Per Person

Booking Open

Status

Nagarkot Hiking – 1 Day

1 Day

Trip Days

25 Jan, 2026

Start Sunday

25 Jan, 2026

End Sunday

2

Pax Booked

18

Group Size

USD $80

Per Person

Booking Open

Status

Nagarkot Hiking – 1 Day

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Nagarkot Hike Clothing & Gears Checklist

When you select your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you will be hiking, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items:

  • Lightweight hiking boots or sports shoes “walked” them in prior to arrival in Nepal to avoid blisters or sports shoes.
  • Lightweight pants, shirts
  • T-shirts.
  • Long sleeve shirt, if susceptible to sunburn.
  • Sun hat – sunburn is severe at rarefied altitudes.
  • Vaseline for feet and crutch.
  • Water bottle – 2 liters.
  • Sunglasses and strap
  • Sunscreen, sun bock, sun-tan lotion.
  • Small daypack – 25 liters.
  • Rain jacket – poncho style to cover backpack during monsoon.
  • Warm jacket during winter.

Meals During Nagarkot Hike

We will arrange breakfast at one of the best restaurants in Nagarkot and delicious lunch at Changunarayan.

How Experienced Should Nagarkot Hiker Be?

It is an easy level of hike,  suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 2-3 hours a day with a light rucksack. As we will get the highest elevation 2175 meters, you won’t have to worry about acute mountain sickness ( AMS) though you are preferred excellent health with average physical fitness then we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly is a good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Nepal of alternative treks before booking the hike.

Nagarkot Hike Climate and weather

This hike is not very long. Similarly, this hike is not that difficult either. So, the climate or weather does not affect this that much. But you have to be careful on rainy days. Mostly, the Spring season of March, April, May, and Autumn seasons of September, October, and November would be the best time for this hike.

Nagarkot Hike Safety and security

The authority will take care of your safety and security. They also take full care of your belongings. Similarly, they will make sure that you don’t have a problem during your trek. They will do anything for your comfort.

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