Kathmandu Valley Holiday Trek

Difficulty

Easy

Comfort

Basic+

Midscale

A short, scenic hike around Kathmandu Valley’s rim, offering stunning sunrise and sunset views from Chisapani and Nagarkot. Enjoy pleasant walks on high ridges with views of the Himalayas, passing through forests of rhododendrons, oaks, and pines. Explore traditional villages away from the city.

The Chisapani, Nagarkot, and Dhulikhel trek is a perfect escape from Kathmandu, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Ganesh, Langtang, and Everest. Visit rural villages, cultural sites like Namabuddha, and enjoy walking through forests with scenic mountain views. The trek culminates in a visit to Namabuddha, a sacred Buddhist site, before returning to Kathmandu.

1 tourist: $500
2 - 3 tourists: $375 pp
4 - 8 tourists: $300 pp
9 - 30 tourists: $275 pp

Hiking and Trekking

Ram A. is the provider of this trip

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The provider speaks: English, Hindi, Nepali

I am a Tour operator in Nepal. We offer a wide range of trekking in the Himalayas and tours along Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and India.

Tour highlights

Stunning Sunrises and Sunsets

From the hills of scenic Chisapani and Nagarkot

Explore the Traditional Villages

Away from the maddening bustling city life

Pleasant Walks With Views of Himalayan Range

Amidst enchanting tall rhododendrons, oaks and pine tree forest

Route details

The trek starts with a morning drive from Kathmandu city heading east of the valley rim. Then reaching Sundarijal at 15 k.m. away from Kathmandu city. From here climb up to the waterways of beautiful Sundarijal with cascading waterfalls and fresh streams. As the walk heads to the entrance of Shivapuri National Park, the trail follows around spread-out farms and villages.

The walk then enters a deep forested path with a last climb to Chisapani, a small settlement located on a high ridge. North of Kathmandu Valley on a scenic spot with cool air on the highest point of our treks. A scenic place with several good lodges with the backdrop of the Himalayan range of peaks.

Includes views of Annapurna-Manaslu-Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, and extends to Jugal Himal facing Kathmandu valley down below. At Chisapani check into a nice lodge with rooms facing wonderful views of peaks and surrounding landscapes.

Max. altitude: 2300 m.

Accommodation: Tea House Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Difficulty

Easy

Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Tour provider's comments

Max. Elevation: 2300m. Highest Points: At Chisapani 2,300 m / 7,545 feet, Nagarkot 2,175 m/ 7,136 feet. Grade of Trekking: Moderate with ups and downhill walks.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic+

Midscale

Guest House

1 night

Hotel

2 nights

Trekkers will be surprised to find various standards of lodge accommodation en route to Chisapani, Nagarkot and Dhulikhel Trekking. Trekkers have the options from budget, standard to luxury hotel accommodation, especially in Nagarkot and Dhulikhel. All tourist standard hotels and lodges with attached bath and toilets. Except in Chisapani with few lodges provides attached bath and toilets. Dining rooms are large and cozy with a fireplace to keep the environment warm, while you enjoy the meals.
All dining rooms are bright with lamps run by local hydroelectricity or from solar power. Some lodges also provide free internet or Wi-Fi, it is quite slow and disturbing. Due to landscapes and weather conditions on designated overnight stops. With large groups of more than 4 people, it is best to order a set menu, which saves time and fuel energy. As well as following the norms of Eco or Responsible Tourism.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Bagmati, Kathmandu District, Tribhuvan Airport

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Tour conditions

Included

all Ground transportation;
all accommodation in simple T-house;
breakfast Lunch and Dinner during Trekking;
experience and government licensed guide and porter;
first aid kit carry by Sherpa leader;
food salary insurance for Guide and Porter;
National park entrance fee;
all government charges and taxes;
1 porter for 2 trekkers;
farewell dinner last night in Kathmandu.

Extras

laundry service/battery charge;
flights;
rescue/emergency and Travel insurance;
personal equipment and personal expenses;
tips for guide and porter.

Group size

From 1 to 30 tourists

Duration

4 days

3 nights

It's important to know

For this short and scenic treks, can enjoy the walks around all seasons of the year except the wet monsoon and summer times. The right favorable and the best seasons are spring and autumn/fall.
Spring begins in early March and ends in May, where most days are bright with sunshine for longer hours. From early 6:30 am till 5 pm, but can get cloudy afternoon sometimes with chances of light rainfall.
Cold morning, late afternoon, and night times, as well with an extra wind-chill factor. The afternoon sun is bright, requires sunblock’s, sunglasses, hats, and long-sleeved tops.
Spring is a lively time when wildflowers are in seasonal blooms, mainly the rhododendrons of various species and colors.
The next best season is autumn/fall, from September to November, most days are fine and clear for views and walks. But much colder morning, late afternoon, and nighttime, chances of snowfall sometimes. Can get extra cold from the afternoon wind chill factor, however a pleasant season of autumn/fall for short moderate treks and hikes.
Interested people can enjoy this short trek, during the winter time of the Christmas and New Year holidays, despite the cold. Most days are fine with sunshine and get dark sooner due to winter and limited hours of sunlight.
But freezing temperatures in the morning, late afternoon, and nighttime, but enjoyable walks encountering fewer groups of trekkers.

Reviews

5.0

Based on 1 review

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Peter

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24 Feb, 2025

The trip was well organized, and the mountain guide was friendly and professional. I would recommend this trekking adventure to anyone who enjoys trekking in Nepal.