The Experience

The Kathmandu Valley Cultural Trekking Trail is a newly developed trekking trail. It is a moderate trekking that displays the best of Nepal's rural culture and stunning Himalayan views that can be enjoyed with simple preparation and minimum equipment. It is more like an extended walk that has a lot to offer, culturally, visually, and physically. The convenient location and ease of access make it one of the best budget treks for those who have limited time in Nepal.

Main Attractions: Hike through Shivapuri National Park, Panoramic views of Mountains from Chisopani, including Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Annapuna, Langtang mountain range, Explore hilly people lifestyle, best sunrise and sunset view from Nagarkot. Visit ancient temple Changunarayan (Listed on World Heritage Site)

Trip Highlights:

• The trek goes around the border of Kathmandu Valley and to the exciting hiking routes.
• This trip is mixed with trekking through Shivapuri National Park, touring inside the valley, and the views of the snowy peaks.
• Similarly, it is a short and easy trek filled with adventure and beautiful nature.
• In the suburb of Kathmandu Valley.
• Panoramic views of wonderful landscapes and snow-capped mountains,
• Walking in rural areas, traditional and cultural villages, and friendly locals.
• Awesome scenery of high mountains with sunrise and sunset views.
• Pleasant scenic walk in the comfort of local lodges and mountain resorts.
• Visit Changunarayan one of the oldest temples in Nepal.

The Itinerary

Day 01, April 5: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

• Our airport representative waiting for you holding “Trekking Guide Team Adventure” play card and he will escort to the hotel.
• In the hotel, our manager will give you briefing about your trip. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 02, April 6: Drive to Sundarijal (1460m) 01 Hr. and trek to Chisapani (2165m) 06 Hrs

• Drive to Sundarijal which is 13 km. from Kathmandu. Sundarijal is situated at the elevation of 1460m from where the trek starts. Beyond Sundarijal, the trail climbs continuously through forest to a medieval looking reservoir, the dam and waterworks.
• The trail leaves the water supply system and climbs steeply to a road to 1550m. Then cross the road and continue climb to the top of the Shivapuri National Park, the first village on the trail with the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake at 1895m.
• There are few small tea shops where you can sit for a cup of tea and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley.
• Beyond Mulkharka, the trail continues to climb steadily.
• After passing through an army camp, the trail enters the Shivapuri National Park. Most of the Shivapuri ridge is dense forest of pine and oak.
• Climb continues down the ridge through a forest of oak and rhododendron to Chisapani at 2165m.
• (Normal tea house or lodge which is run by Nepalese family, no name)
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 03, April 7: Trek Chisapani to Nagarkot (1932m) 08 Hrs of walk.

• If the weather is clear, you will see a sunrise view of the snowcapped mountain. After breakfast, you proceed to flat trails for about 3 hours.
• The trail descends for almost two hours then you will reach a small village called ChowkiBhanjyang where you will have lunch. Beyond ChowkiBhanjyang, the trail is flat for almost one and half hours then 30 minutes ascend to arrive at the beautiful Hill station called Nagarkot, situated at an altitude of 2175 m. which provides the grandstand panoramic views of the Himalayas.
• You can see five of the fourteen tallest mountains in the world, including Mt. Everest Region(8848 m.).
• Other mountains are Lhotse (8516 m.), Cho Oyu (8201 m.), Makalu (8463 m.) Manaslu (8163 m.) and many other lesser summits.
• The view of the peaks looks gorgeous during Sunrise and Sunset.
• Overnight at Nagarkot Hotel.
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 04, April 8: Trek to Changunarayan (1700m) 03 Hrs and drive to Kathmandu 01 Hr

• After breakfast, an easy walk down to Changunarayan Temple, listed as a world heritage site.
• This is a fifth-century Temple located over a hillock 15 km. east of Kathmandu and is full of artistic works on metal and wood.
• Inscriptions dating back to 464 AD found here are the first epigraphic evidence of Nepalese history. After a visit to this Temple, drive back to Kathmandu and relax.
• Overnight at Kathmandu hotel
• Breakfast and Lunch

Day 05, April 9: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing

• This day after breakfast we will go sightseeing, sightseeing covering Monkey Temple, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Patan Durbar Square, and back to the hotel.
• The sightseeing entrance fee of 2600 NPR per person is not included in the cost; this will be your additional which you can pay directly at the sightseeing place. Overnight at hotel.
• Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 06, April 10: Leisure day or Departure to onward destination.

• Drop by car to the airport.
• Breakfast