Nagarkot
Changunaryan Hiking is a short day of hiking through the hills to the temple of
a brilliant design. It is one of the most famous and most accessible trails to
take you to the charming and renowned mountain station. It is ideal for
short-term tourists trying to escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu.
Nagarkot
Changunaryan Day Hiking starts in Nagarkot; it is an hour's car drive from
Kathmandu to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is a most famous mountain station near Kathmandu
at 7200 feet above sea level, From Nagarkot, your hike goes through the
terraced fields, typical village of Tamang community to Changunarayan then
drive back to Kathmandu
Main Highlights
·Quiet, lush forests and refreshing breezes
·Walkthrough the village of Tamang community
·Experience ethnic lifestyle, culture and tradition
·Breathtaking sunrise views from Nagarkot Mountain Station
·Changunarayan
Temple, one of the most historical temples in Nepal
·The spectacular views of the Himalayas, including the Mount Everest
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Nagarkot - Changunarayan full day hiking trip
4:45 am:
Drive from your hotel to Nagarkot
5:45 am -
Arrive in Nagarkot
Till 6:30 am
sunrise and mountain view
After
sunrise have breakfast and look nearby place
9 am to
11:30 am walking from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan temple
11:30 am at
2:00 pm tour of the Changu Narayan temple and lunch
2.00 pm:
return drive to Kathmandu
Overview of Nagarkot Changunaryan Hiking
The Nagarkot
Changunarayan Day Hiking is the best day hike close to Kathmandu, which offers
you an impressive mountain panorama, a lush forest, a traditional life. If you
are looking for a day hike near the Kathmandu Valley to overcome this hectic
pace, this day hike is a good option.
Nagarkot
Changunarayan hike begins with the fascinating hill factor of Nagarkot at more
than 2100 m after driving 1.30 hours from Kathmandu valley. In addition to the
panoramic Himalayas, Nagarkot offers one of the best sunrise views. Our guide
will pick you up early in the morning from the hotel around 4 am and will drive
to Nagarkot for a beautiful sunrise view. It takes around one hour to reach
Nagarkot as it is 32 km from the Thamel, Kathmandu. On a fine day, you can see
the beautiful sunrise in the Himalayas, including Mount Everest, Langtang and several
fantastic mountain peaks. Spending a night or two in Nagarkot is the best way
to escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu.
After a magnificent
sunrise and a view of the mountains from the observation tower, your guide will
take you to the restaurant for breakfast. The serenity, atmosphere cool breeze
and the mountainous panorama will fascinate you in Nagarkot. After breakfast,
you will look nearby; then, around 9 am begins hiking. Every step of your walk
will be significant for you because you are starting to love the remarkable
natural blessings.
The hiking
trail regularly leads through the terraced fields. The first phase of the walk
involves an incredible cultural encounter between ethnic peoples who are not
affected by the nearby capital. While the second section shows the beautiful
nature along the ridge that thrives in the deciduous forests and the landscapes
of the majestic Himalayas, this hike is a good option if you want to spend a day
in Kathmandu. The final destination is a 'Changu Narayan' pagoda temple, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the oldest temples built by the Lichhavi
rulers in the 7th century. You will discover this historical temple, which
spends about an hour and, in the end, drive back to Kathmandu.
The Hiking from Nagarkot to Changunarayan is approximately
13 kilometers and takes around 4 or 5 hours, depending on the pace. Nagarkot is
one of the best viewpoints for sunrise and sunset. Changunarayan Temple is one
of the oldest temples, dating back to the 7th century, and is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.
Nagarkot Changunaryan Hiking Reviews
Total Reviews: 1
2020-09-19
by Harley Collier, United Kingdom
Wonderful Hiking Trip: Nagarkot Changunarayan Tour Review
We had a wonderful day hiking from Nagarkot to ChanguNarayan! It was exactly what we expected: beautiful views, typical villages, and green forest. Our guide was very Knowledgeable, oriented, spoke good English , and was fun to talk to. The car was fine and the driver was excellent which
made us feel safe. Thank you for organizing this special trip in such a short
time.
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