About this experience
Start with Kathmandu Valley hotel pickup to Nagarkot View Tower for sunrise and Himalayan views, weather permitting. Choose Sunrise View Only with return to Kathmandu and an English-speaking driver; Group Sunrise and Changu Narayan Hike, a mostly downhill route through villages, terraced fields and forest with a suspension bridge and English-speaking hiking guide; Private Sunrise and Changu Narayan Hike, with private vehicle, pickup/drop-off and guide; or Private Sunrise and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Duration is 4–6 hours, depending on traffic, weather and trail conditions. A packed breakfast box with bottled water, muffin, doughnut, banana and juice is included. Club Himalaya breakfast is optional. Changu Narayan/Bhaktapur fees, tips, personal expenses and unlisted meals are excluded. Pickup time is confirmed the day before, usually 4:00–5:30 a.m. The hike is moderately easy but includes uneven downhill paths. Wear comfortable shoes; sunrise and mountain views are not guaranteed.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr–6 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
- Local guide
- Hotel/port drop-off
- Hotel/port pickup
- Fuel surcharge
- Round trip transportation by private vehicle including english speaking driver
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Lunch
- Drinks
Itinerary and highlights
Start before dawn with hotel pickup and travel to Nagarkot View Tower. Arrive in time for sunrise and enjoy wide Himalayan views on clear days; visibility depends on the weather.
You will visit Bhaktapur Durbar Sqaure.
Follow the mostly downhill Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail through villages, terraced fields, and forest after sunrise.
Finish near Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a guided sightseeing visit.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick-up is included from Kathmandu Valley hotels. Departure/pick-up time may change depending on the season and sunrise time. The exact pick-up time is confirmed the day before, usually between 4:00 and 5:30 a.m. Please provide your hotel details in advance.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Himalayan Social Journey
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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