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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

About this experience

Discover the perfect combination of Himalayan mountain views, cultural heritage, and scenic hiking near Kathmandu. Unlike typical Nagarkot tours, this experience offers three unique hiking options: a classic sunrise hike, an adventurous suspension bridge crossing, or a beautiful sunset hike from Changu Narayan to Nagarkot.

Enjoy breathtaking Himalayan panoramas, explore traditional Nepali villages, walk through peaceful forests and terraced farmlands, and visit the UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan Temple.

With flexible private tour options, scenic countryside trails, and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off within Kathmandu Valley, this experience combines nature, adventure, and local culture in one memorable journey.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Private Nagarkot Changu Hike
Private Hiking Tour: Private tour with personalized service, dedicated guide, and luxury air-conditioned vehicle.
Duration: 7 hours: Approximately 6 to 7 hours (including drive, sunrise view, hike, and return).
Breakfast Box: Includes a light lunch box with bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice.
Route of tour: Hotel in Kathmandu →Drive to Nagarkot → Sunrise Viewpoint → Optional Breakfast → Hike to Changu Narayan → Drive back to Hotel
Private Vehicles: Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle for round-trip transportation.
Pickup included
Shared Nagarkot Sunrise Tour
English-speaking driver: Scenic sunrise trip to Nagarkot with hotel pickup, views of the Himalayas, and English-speaking driver.
Nagarkot Sunrise Tour: A standard group tour with shared transportation and no hike and guide is included.
Duration: 4 hours: Approximately 3.5 -4 hours (including drive and sunrise viewing).
Breakfast Box : A light lunch box is included with 500ml bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice.
Route of tour: Hotel in Kathmandu → Drive to Nagarkot Viewpoint → Sunrise Viewing → Drive back to Hotel in Kathmandu.
Air-conditioned vehicle: Shared air-conditioned tourist vehicle.
Pickup included
Shared Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike
Group / Shared Hiking Tour: Join a small group for guided sunrise viewing and a scenic hike with shared transportation and basic inclusions.
Duration: 7 hours: Approximately 6 to 7 hours (including drive, sunrise view, hike, and return).
Breakfast Box: Includes a light lunch box with bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice.
Route of tour: Hotel in Kathmandu →Drive to Nagarkot → Sunrise Viewpoint → Optional Breakfast → Hike to Changu Narayan → Drive back to Hotel
Air-conditioned vehicle: Comfortable, air-conditioned tourist vehicle (shared transport for group tour).
Pickup included
Private Hike Suspension Bridge
Hike with Suspension Bridge: Private sunrise tour with Nagarkot View Tower, scenic downhill hike, suspension bridge crossing, and Changu Narayan Temple.
Private Hiking Tour: Private guided hiking tour with comfortable transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a scenic suspension bridge walk.
Duration: 7 hours: Approximately 6 to 7 hours (including drive, sunrise view, hike, and return).
Breakfast Box: Includes a light lunch box with bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice.
Route of tour: Kathmandu Hotel→Drive to Nagarkot → Sunrise Viewpoint → Hike suspension Bridge → Hike to Changu Narayan → Drive back to Hotel
Private Vehicles: Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle for round-trip transportation.
Pickup included
Changu to Nagarkot Sunset Hike
Private Hike and Sunset View: Explore Changu Narayan Temple and hike through scenic villages to Nagarkot for stunning Himalayan views and sunset.
Private Hiking & Sunset Tour: Private guided sunset hiking tour with comfortable transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off, and scenic Himalayan views.
Duration: 6 hours: Approximately 6 to 7 hours (including drive, sunrise view, hike, and return).
Lunch Box: Includes a light lunch box with bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice.
Route of tour: Kathmandu hotel pickup → Changu Narayan Temple → Scenic uphill hike to Nagarkot → Sunset viewpoint → Kathmandu hotel.
Private Vehicle: Private air-conditioned luxury vehicle for round-trip transportation.
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languageshi (live guide), English (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • All government taxes and service charges
  • Breakfast (Lunch box): 500ml bottled water, muffin, donut, banana, seasonal fruit, and juice
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off within Kathmandu Valley
  • English-speaking hiking guide (if selected)
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transportation to and from Nagarkot

Not included

  • Personal belongings or personal items
  • Tips for the guide and driver
  • Entrance fee- Changunarayan Temple (if you wish to visit it)
  • Optional Breakfast at Club Himalaya

Itinerary and highlights

Begin your journey with a scenic drive from Kathmandu to Nagarkot, famous for its breathtaking Himalayan views. Enjoy a spectacular sunrise from Nagarkot View Tower, with views of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and Mount Everest on exceptionally clear days. An optional breakfast at Club Himalaya is available at your own expense.

After sunrise, enjoy a scenic downhill hike to the UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan Temple through forests, terraced fields & traditional villages. Choose the suspension bridge option for a 20-minute drive to the trailhead, followed by a 25-minute downhill walk to a beautiful suspension bridge. Cross the bridge, admire the valley views & continue hiking toward the temple.

Alternatively, choose the sunset hiking option, starting with a drive to Changu Narayan Temple. Explore the historic site before hiking uphill through scenic villages & countryside to Nagarkot. Enjoy stunning Himalayan sunset views, weather permitting, before returning to your hotel in Kathmandu Valley.

Enjoy convenient hotel pickup & drop-off within Kathmandu Valley. With beautiful landscapes, cultural heritage & peaceful hiking trails, this tour offers a memorable Himalayan experience.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Enjoy convenient private pickup and drop-off from any location within Kathmandu Valley, including hotels, hostels, apartments, and private residences. Please provide your accommodation name or exact pickup address when booking. Our driver will meet you at your hotel lobby or the main entrance of your accommodation. Pickup times vary depending on your selected tour option. Sunrise tours require early morning pickup to reach Nagarkot before sunrise, while sunset tours have a later pickup to allow enough time for hiking and sunset viewing. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed in advance. Please be ready at your designated pickup point 5–10 minutes before the scheduled time. After the tour, enjoy a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel or preferred drop-off location within Kathmandu Valley.

Languages and tickets

  • hi — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Luxury Holidays Nepal Pvt. Ltd.

Accessibility and practical details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Enjoy convenient private pickup and drop-off from any location within Kathmandu Valley, including hotels, hostels, apartments, and private residences.

Please provide your accommodation name or exact pickup address when booking. Our driver will meet you at your hotel lobby or the main entrance of your accommodation.

Pickup times vary depending on your selected tour option. Sunrise tours require early morning pickup to reach Nagarkot before sunrise, while sunset tours have a later pickup to allow enough time for hiking and sunset viewing.

Your exact pickup time will be confirmed in advance. Please be ready at your designated pickup point 5–10 minutes before the scheduled time.

After the tour, enjoy a comfortable private transfer back to your hotel or preferred drop-off location within Kathmandu Valley.
Which guide languages are listed?
hi (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 5+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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