About this experience
The hike from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel is mostly downhill. Our journey starts from Thamel and we Can drive from Kathmandu to Nagarkot in the morning and head towards Club Himalaya. Below that hotel, we will find a small path that cuts across the hillside and takes us towards Rhonnie Bhangyang. The views of the Panckhal valley to our left side, and if the weather is clear we should again see memorable views of the mid-Himalaya including Mt. Everest.
We cross the main jeep track and head directly to Dhulikhel. The trail meets the Arniko Highway 1 km from the main town of Dhulikhel, at Himalayan Horizons Hotel. To get into town you need to turn right and head uphill. Then we having lunch and come back to Kathmandu. Or we can also end our hiking Nagarkot day hike at Banepa to make it 1 hour shorter. The trail follows to Ghimire Geoun and it is a wonderful hike to see the landscape, mountain views, and village lifestyle. Then we back to Kathmandu.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- All required documentation for hiking
- Experienced English speaking government license holder mountain trekking guide
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Transport service: Kathmandu-Nagarkot and Dulhikhel-Kathmandu
- All kind of local and government TAX-VAT etc.
- Wages, food, transportation, accommodation, equipments, insurance and other facilities to staffs
- All kind of rescue arrangements,
Not included
- Your Travel-Trekking insurance,
- Any others expanses which are not mentioned price include section etc.
- International airfare,
- Meals (Lunch & Dinner) whilst in Kathmandu,
- Nepal Entry Visa fee,
- Cost raised by cancellation, landslide, weather, illness which are not under our control,
- Personal shopping, laundry, trekking equipments etc.
- Tips for trekking staff and driver (Tipping is expected),
Itinerary and highlights
Nagarkot is a village in central Nepal, at the rim of the Kathmandu Valley. It’s known for its views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest to the northeast, which is especially striking at sunrise and sunset. The surrounding scrubland is laced with trails and home to many butterflies.
Dhulikhel is one of the more popular places from which to observe the high Himalaya. From the edge of the ridge, a stunning panorama of peaks unfolds, from Langtang Lirung (7227m) in the west, through Dorje Lakpa (6966m) to the huge bulk of Gauri Shankar (7134m) and nearby Melungtse (7181m), and as far as Numbur (5945m) in the east. The most common itinerary is two nights with a side trip to the sacred stupa at Namobuddha, a 12km drive or three-hour walk south.
Meeting and pickup information
- High Spirit Treks representative will pick up you from mentioned hotel/Airport and places inside Kathmandu Valley.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- High Spirit Treks and Expedition Nepal
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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