Kathmandu Tour with Nagarkot Valley Trek

Overview And Highlights

Trip Facts

Trip Type

Tour & Trek

Grade

Easy

Altitude

2175 m.

Transportation

Private Vehicle

Group Size

1 or more

Best Season

Spring and Autumn

Duration

5 Days

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Kathmandu tour with Nagarkot Valley trek is one of the easiest trips available throughout the year. Accommodation can be arranged according to your preference as there are 5 star hotels to simple budget hotels are available. Such trips that include city sightseeing and hiking are not only suitable for holidays but also equally important for keeping good health.

Being one of the pioneers in Nepalese Tourism Company, Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition has designed varieties of leisure activities based on preferences shown by previous clients. The 5 days Kathmandu tour with Nagarkot Valley trek is one of the ideal trips suitable for those who just want to explore iconic monuments from Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur and walk on the rim of Kathmandu Valley to get acquainted with magnificent view of green hills and snow-capped mountains ranging from Manaslu to Everest regions including Langtang.

Brief Description Of The Places To Visit In Kathmandu:

Swoyambhunath:

Located approximately 4 kilometers west of tourist-hub Thamel, this Buddhist Stupa, also popularly called ‘Monkey Temple’ is said to be over 2000 years old. The dome shaped white washed Stupa is composed of brick and earth supporting a lofty conical spire capped by a pinnacle of copper gilt. The all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha rest on all four sides of the conical base. This hill is a mosaic of small Chaityas and Pagoda and is the most important Buddhist site in Nepal. Enjoy the views of sprawling Kathmandu from the top of this world heritage site monument.

Pashupatinath Temple:

Situated 5 kilometers east of Kathmandu City, Pashupatinath temple is one of the holiest temples of Hindus, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Situated amidst a lush green natural setting on the bank of the sacred Bagmati River, the temple built in pagoda style has a gilted roof and richly carved silver doors. Visitors are permitted to view the temple from the east bank of the Bagmati River, as entrance to the temple is strictly forbidden to all non-Hindus. Pashupatinath is the center of the annual pilgrimage of thousands of Sadhus and pilgrims from Nepal and India on the day of Shivaratri which falls in the month of February/March. The temple has been inscribed in the World heritage list.

Boudhanath Stupa:

This Stupa, 8 kilometers east of Kathmandu City, is one of the biggest Buddhist stupas. Similar in structure to SwoyambhunathStupa, it is highly revered by Buddhists in Nepal and Tibet. The shrine is ringed by houses of Lamas or Buddhist priests.

Kathmandu Durbar Square:

Kathmandu Durbar Square is one of the major attractions in the Kathmandu Valley. A world cultural heritage site, the Durbar Square carries a rich history in its exquisite art and architecture engraved in the struts, sculptures, palaces, courtyards and temples. Some of the major monuments within Kathmandu Durbar Square are:

Kumari (The Living Goddess) Ghar:

At the west end of the square is a beautiful house full of woodcarvings of different Gods and Goddesses. This house, called KumariGhar, is three storied high and is home to Kumari, the famous living Goddess of Nepal. Both Buddhists and Hindus equally venerate her. Kumari is a young pre-pubescent girl regarded as the manifestation of the goddess Taleju. She is chosen from a Buddhist family, especially from Shakya and Bajracharya clan of Newari community. During the festival of IndraJatra, the head of the country visits the KumariGhar for blessings.

Kastha Mandap:

One of the popular temples of Kathmandu Durbar Square is Kasthamandap, locally known as MaruSattal, built in the 12th century. It is believed the city of Kathmandu was named after Kasthamandap temple, which is one of the largest and well-known pagodas. Kastha means wood and Mandap means pavilion. And it is said that the whole temple was built from just a single Sal (shorearobusta) tree. A statue of Gorakhnath stands in the center of this temple while the statues of God Ganesh guard the four corners.

Kal Bhairav:

KalBhairav is one of the largest stone idols in Kathmandu located in Hanuman Dhoka. The statue, which is 3.7m high, depicts the terrifying manifestation of Shiva. It is believed that people will die if they speak lie in front of this statue. The statute is believed to be sculpted in the 5th or 6th century.

Patan:

Patan, one of the three medieval cities of Kathmandu Valle, you will enjoy and revel at the many architectural wonders of Patan Durbar Square including Krishna Mandir, statue of BhupatindraMalla, Golden Temple, Mahaboudha, Kumbheshwar, Jagat Narayan, AshokaStupa, Machhendranath Temple and so on. The experience of walking through the narrow cobbled alleyways and discovering the age-old culture and tradition of local people will take you back in time.

Bhaktapur:

Bhaktapur Durbar Square, another world heritage site. Bhaktapur has much to offer to the tourists from medieval temples and statues to pottery squares and museums. Nyatapola Temple, 55-windows palaces are examples of the unique Himalayan architecture that places it among the best destinations within Kathmandu Valley.

Itinerary Expand All Close All

Day 1 : Arrival at Kathmandu International Airport

Food

Welcome Drink

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time prevails, you will visit office for paperwork. Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu

Day 2 : City Tour of Kathmandu

Food

Breakfast & Lunch

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Following breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from hotel and take you for city sightseeing. You will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudha Stupa, Swoyambhu Stupa and Pashupatinath. You will also visit Kopan Monastery. By late afternoon you will arrive back in your hotel.

Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 3 : City Tour of Patan and Bhaktapur

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

This day too you will enjoy full day sightseeing. After breakfast, the tour guide will drive you towards Patan, a world heritage site and one of the three medieval cities of Kathmandu Valley. There are many architectural wonders in Patan Durbar Square including Krishna Mandir, statue of Bhupatindra Malla, Taleju Bhawani Temple, Bhimsen Temple etc. The experience of walking through the narrow cobbled alleyways and discovering the age-old culture and tradition of local people will take you back in time.

Later you will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, another world heritage site. Bhaktapur has much to offer to the tourists from medieval temples and statues to pottery square and museum. Nyatapola Temple, 55-windows palace, Golden Gate, Yakshasvara Temple are exemplary for their unique Himalayan architecture. By late afternoon you drive back to Kathmandu.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 4 : Early in the morning, you drive from Kathmandu to Sankhu which takes approximately one hour. Hiking Starts here

Food

Breakfast

Accomodation

Hotel

Elevation

1400

Early in the morning, you drive from Kathmandu to Sankhu which takes approximately one hour. Afterwards you hike from Sankhu to Nagarkot which takes about three and a half hours.

At Nagarkot, you will enjoy delicious lunch. You then continue your hike from Nagarkot to Changunarayan that takes about three hours. The most popular walk leads down from Nagarkot along a ridge to the temple of Changunarayan, with views of Sankhu village to the right and Bhaktapur to the left. Changunarayan is said to have been built in 323 AD by King Hari Datta Varma. The temple, famous for its architecture, is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings and is one of the oldest temple in the valley. After excursion in and around Changunarayan you board the vehicle to get back to Kathmandu which takes one and a half hours.

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 5 : Departure

Food

Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from the hotel to the international airport for your final departure.

What Is Included ?

a) Kathmandu

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle
4 night hotel accommodation with breakfast
Two days city sightseeing with an English speaking tour guide and private vehicle
Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

b) Trekking

Trekking guide
One porter for every 2 trekking participants (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
Trekking equipments: Sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, trekking poles, etc.
Entry permits for Shivapuri National Park
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
Land transportation from Kathmandu to Sankhu and Changunarayan to Kathmandu by private vehicle
Insurance and equipments for all guides and porters
First aid kit
Tax, VAT and our service charge
Rescue assistance (In case of emergency, we will organize prompt and professional rescue services. To arrange timely evacuation/rescue by helicopter, you must be well insured from a reliable travel insurance company that covers both helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost.)

What Is Excluded?

Personal nature expenses (Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages)
Travel insurance
Tips for involved staffs
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu

Kathmandu Tour with Nagarkot Valley Trek Altitude Profile

Additional Information

Below is a list of equipment and clothing required for trekking. The necessity of these items depends on the type, altitude, timing and destination of trekking. Appropriate trekking gears are not only required for the comfort/pleasure of your trek but also to improve safety factor. Please have a look over these items in order to fully prepare and thoroughly enjoy the trekking.

General Items:

Daypack, Rucksack, Sleeping bag, Duffel bag, Walking Poles, walking boots, sandals, Toiletries (Soaps, Toilet papers, Sanitizers, toothpaste, tooth brush, etc.)

Clothing Items:

Thermal underwear, Down jacket, Shorts, Trekking trousers, Towels, Woolen gloves, Gaiters, Fleece jacket or Pullover, Wind/water proof jacket, Raincoat, Warm socks, buff

Sun-worn Items:

Sun hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Sunscreen, Lip balm

Gadgets:

Headlamp, Flash light, Binoculars, Cameras (chargers and batteries),

Liquid/Snacks:

Water bottle/bladder, Water purification Iodine tablets, Energy bars and snacks

Medical Essentials:

First Aid Kit

Optional:

Altimeter, Compass, Binoculars, Books/magazines, GPS, Pocket knife, Candles (for lodges), Notebook with pencil/pen, etc

Additional items for camping trek:

Tent, Stove and fuel, Utensils for cooking, eating and drinking, sleeping mattresses

Note: We can also provide sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, walking poles, and First Aid Kit in case if you don’t have one. These items are inclusive of total package price.

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