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15 Best Kathmandu Hikes

The trails worth the airfare.

The 15 most popular kathmandu hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.

15 Best Kathmandu Hikes

Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu - The mostly-downhill hike to Changu Narayan (and why it’s more than a stroll)
Hiking & Trekking, Kathmandu, Morning, Tour Reviews

Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

1.Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

Catch the Nagarkot sunrise, then take an easy mostly-downhill hike to Changu Narayan Temple from Kathmandu with a great guide.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Please note that there is, in fact, a considerable amount of uphill walking included with this tour. The itinerary states the walk is downhill, but that isn't strictly correct. However, thank you for an enjoyable half day tour. My guide Ananta was extremely helpful and informative. I was picked up on time and enjoyed being…”

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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise View & Morning Hike with Lunch - Morning logistics from Kathmandu: that 4 AM drive
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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise View & Morning Hike with Lunch

Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike Tour to Changu Narayan - Getting Picked Up in Kathmandu Valley: Smooth Start, Real Time Saver
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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike Tour to Changu Narayan

3.Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike Tour to Changu Narayan

A Kathmandu day trip to Nagarkot sunrise and a guided hike to Changu Narayan, ending at an ornate Vishnu temple.

★ 4.7

“I had a great day, even though the weather was so cloudy that I wasn‘t able to see the mountains. Deepak was a wonderful guide! I was the only one booking the tour, so it was just us doing the hike. And a driver who got us to Nagarkot and back. Deepak was very friendly,…”

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From Kathmandu: Everest View from Nagarkot & hike to Changu - The morning ride from Kathmandu: comfortable transport, long enough for a real start
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From Kathmandu: Everest View from Nagarkot & hike to Changu

4.From Kathmandu: Everest View from Nagarkot & hike to Changu

Early Nagarkot sunrise, a gentle hike to UNESCO Changunarayan Temple, rural villages, and comfortable private car transport from Kathmandu.

★ 4.8

“A fantastic experience perfectly tailored by our friendly and warm guide Shekhar. It’s impossible not to fall in love with Nepal. The magnificent backdrop of the Himalayan mountains and clear sky topped it off!”

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Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu - 4:15 a.m. pickup and the comfortable private ride
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Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu

5.Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike to Changu Narayan Day Tour from Kathmandu

Nagarkot sunrise and a 12 km hike to Changu Narayan UNESCO temple, with pickup from Kathmandu and a calm, guided pace.

★ 5.0

“Razz (our guide) was professional and helpful guiding us throughout the tour. He was knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The tour itself was a nice program, make sure you wear jacket for the sunrise as it can get pretty cold and windy. The hike is pretty easy and it gets pretty warm later on.”

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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike with Lunch -Private/Group - Electric-Car Pickup and the Real Meaning of 15 Minutes Early
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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike with Lunch -Private/Group

Nepal Discovery Tour: Heritage Sites & Scenic Hill Easy Hike - Sundarijal to Chisapani: Shivapuri Forest Trails, Village Real Life
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Nepal Discovery Tour: Heritage Sites & Scenic Hill Easy Hike

7.Nepal Discovery Tour: Heritage Sites & Scenic Hill Easy Hike

World Heritage temples plus a gentle hill hike near Kathmandu, with sunrise views at Nagarkot and a finish at Changunarayan.

★ 5.0

“Mr Prakash was an excellent FRIEND, he made This tour incredible! From the bustling streets of Kathmandu, Jomsom Pasupathinath Temple prayers to the serene beauty of Pokhara and the spiritual heights of Muktinath, every moment was unforgettable. The tour agencRead more”

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From Kathmandu: Nagarkot Hike with Mount Everest View - What the hike is like (and why it’s a good “first Nepal walk”)
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From Kathmandu: Nagarkot Hike with Mount Everest View

Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu - Nagarkot View Tower: 360° panoramas and the Everest moment
Hiking & Trekking, Kathmandu, Lunch Experiences, Morning, Tour Reviews

Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

9.Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

Chase sunrise at Nagarkot, then hike 2–3 hours through villages to UNESCO Changu Narayan. Includes private transport and guide.

★ 4.5

“Highly recommend this tour. My guide communicated with me really well before and during the trip and going the extra mile to check I was ok throughout the trek. Unfortunately the weather was against me so didn’t see sunrise but it was stilRead more”

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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch - Private/Group - Nagarkot View Tower: The Sunrise Moment That Sets the Tone
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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

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

Catch Himalayan sunrise at Nagarkot, then hike downhill to Changu Narayan Temple with lunch and easy Kathmandu transfers.

★ 5.0

“Anon was fantastic!!! 100% recommend this experience. Experienced guide, totally friendly and loving. He kept an eye on us all throughout. It was very nice to share with him during the walk and all day. The sunrise in the Himalayas was amazinRead moreAuto-translated”

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Mt Everest view from Nagarkot -hiking to Changu UNESCO site - Stop at local villages: why this part feels real
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Mt Everest view from Nagarkot -hiking to Changu UNESCO site

11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu - Kathmandu pick-up and the Thamel starting point
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11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

13.11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

11 days from Kathmandu to Annapurna Base Camp with guide-led pacing, classic Poon Hill views, hot springs, and Pokhara breaks.

★ 5.0

“We have recently returned from a wonderful 12-day tour in Nepal, including a 7-day trekking to Annapurna Base Camp and I would like to thank our trusty guide Bishal for making this possible!”

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Kathmandu Highlights: Private UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour - Changunarayan Temple and Kathmandu’s royal squares: sacred + civic in one loop
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Kathmandu Highlights: Private UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour

Nagarkot and Changu Narayan Hiking Tour from Kathmandu - The trekking feel: villages, farms, and a not-too-hard pace
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Nagarkot and Changu Narayan Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

15.Nagarkot and Changu Narayan Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

Private day hike from Changu Narayan to Nagarkot viewpoint with hotel pickup, village paths, and big Himalayan views when skies clear.

★ 4.5

“I highly recommend this tour through Viator. Lovely trip! My guide Sudip knew so much about the area, very helpful with everything . I really enjoyed my time. It was breathtaking and eye catching and so beautiful. The driver Rosen was very helpful.”

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