About this experience
If you have a free preparation day in Kathmandu before your Everest Base Camp trek, why not use it to see a little of the city? Trekkers often arrive one day before their Lukla flight, as flights are scheduled early in the morning. This private half-day tour gives you time to visit Chandragiri Hills and Swayambhunath while keeping the rest of the day free for trek preparation and rest.
Take the cable car to Chandragiri Hills for views across Kathmandu Valley and, on a clear day, the Himalayan ranges. Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and enjoy some time on the hilltop before continuing to Swayambhunath, also known as the Monkey Temple.
Explore the historic stupa, prayer wheels and surrounding temples, and enjoy the view over Kathmandu.
Your private vehicle, driver, fuel, parking and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
This is a practical option for travelers with limited time, a free morning before a trek, or a late-night flight.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 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
- Driver salary and all expenses
- Vehicle Fuel, Parking fees and Insurance
- Private Vehicle with Driver
Not included
- Tips
- Cable car tickets, entrace fees and all the personal expenses
- Tour Guide (If required it will be extra)
Itinerary and highlights
Start with a private drive from your hotel to Chandragiri Cable Car station. Take the cable car up to Chandragiri Hills and enjoy views across Kathmandu Valley. You can visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, walk around the hilltop and spend some time enjoying the surroundings. Cable car tickets are not included and can be purchased directly at the station.
Continue by private vehicle to Swayambhunath, one of Kathmandu’s well-known cultural and religious sites. Explore the historic stupa, prayer wheels and surrounding temples, and enjoy the view over Kathmandu Valley. The temple is also known as the Monkey Temple because of the monkeys living around the complex. Entrance fee is not included and can be paid directly at the site.
Meeting and pickup information
- After booking, kindly contact us via WhatsApp with your hotel details. Your driver will arrive approximately 10 minutes before pickup time. Please be ready and waiting in the lobby for a smooth departure.
Languages and tickets
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mountain Hike Nepal
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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