NAGARKOT TO CHANGU NARAYAN HIKING

1 Day(s)

Overview The Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hiking trip in Nepal offers an enchanting and rewarding experience for nature enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike. Spanning approximately 7 kilometers, this moderate trek also takes around 3 to 4 hours to complete, presenting breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas and showcasing the rich heritage of the Kathmandu Valley. The journey commences from the picturesque hill station of Nagarkot, renowned for its stunning sunrise and sunset views over the snow-capped peaks. As the sun casts its golden rays upon the majestic mountains, trekkers also set forth on a well-marked trail through lush forests and terraced…

Overview

The Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hiking trip in Nepal offers an enchanting and rewarding experience for nature enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike. Spanning approximately 7 kilometers, this moderate trek also takes around 3 to 4 hours to complete, presenting breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas and showcasing the rich heritage of the Kathmandu Valley.

The journey commences from the picturesque hill station of Nagarkot, renowned for its stunning sunrise and sunset views over the snow-capped peaks. As the sun casts its golden rays upon the majestic mountains, trekkers also set forth on a well-marked trail through lush forests and terraced fields, revealing the pristine beauty of the Nepalese countryside.

The trekking path winds its way down through charming villages, allowing travelers to immerse themselves in the local culture. Along the route, encounter warm and friendly villagers engaged in traditional farming and craftsmanship, providing a glimpse into the authentic rural lifestyle of Nepal.

Halfway through the trek, a visit to the ancient Changu Narayan Temple awaits. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this sacred Hindu temple is renowned for its intricate architecture and religious significance. Exploring the temple complex and observing the detailed stone carvings is a captivating encounter with Nepal’s rich cultural heritage.

The trek continues through more quaint villages, passing by quaint teahouses where trekkers can savor local delicacies and refresh with traditional tea. The panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley from different vantage points along the way add another layer of allure to the journey.

The Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hiking trip culminates with a sense of accomplishment and awe-inspiring memories. Trekkers not only relish the natural grandeur of the Himalayas but also gain insight into the cultural tapestry that has shaped Nepal’s identity over the centuries.

Conclusion and Summary

Overall, this hiking adventure offers an excellent combination of nature, culture, and physical activity, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an accessible yet enriching experience in the heart of Nepal. Whether a solo traveler or a group, the Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hiking trip promises an unforgettable and soul-enriching expedition amidst the Himalayan foothills.

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Trip Highlights

						Enjoy magnificent Himalayan views and sunrise from Nagarkot
Maximum Altitude of the trip is 21,95m at Nagarkot
Breakfast included in the package
Hiking starting at Nagarkot and ends at Changu Narayan temple
Maximum average walking duration is 4 to 5 hours but it’s depend on your pace
Private transportation before and after the trek
Hike through beautiful terrace farmland, Nepalese style village
Visit oldest Changu Narayan temple, one of the UNESCO world heritae sites

					

Itinerary

Nagarkot – Changu Narayan day hiking itinerary:

4:30 AM: Drive to Nagarkot

5:15 AM: Reach Nagarkot:

5:15 to 6:00AM: Sunrise view

6:00Am – 8:30 AM: Breakfast and jaunting around

8:30AM to 11:30AM: Hiking from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan Temple

11:30AM to 2:00PM: Visit around Changu Narayan temple and Lunch

2:00PM: Drive back to Kathmandu

Best of the hiking: Magnificent Himalayan views from Nagarkot, pass Nepalese style village through hike, Culture site visit in Changu Narayan

What's Included

Private transportation
Breakfast in Nagarkot
English speaking tour/hiking guide

What's Excluded

Hotel accommodation & food in Kathmandu
Tip for guide and driver
Insurance for the trip

Trip Information

NAGARKOT TO CHANGU NARAYAN HIKING

Hiking Duration: 1 Day

Region of Hike: Kathmandu valley

Maximum Altitude: 21,95m Nagarkot

Hiking Grade: Easy(soft route)

Food: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: not included

Starting and Ending Point: Nagarkot/ Changu Narayan

Maximum walking: 3-4 hours

Transportation: Private transportation

The famous hiking route around Kathmandu valley, Nagarkot to Changu Narayan day hiking is nature with culture walking trail. The trip starts from one of the fascinating hill point in Nepal “Nagarkot”. This is the popular sunrise viewpoint for not only foreign tourist but also local visitors. The ending point of this hiking trip is one of UNESCO world heritage site in Kathmandu valley “Changu Narayan Temple”. The pagoda-style ancient temple surrounded by forest with a champak tree and small village is famous among the Hindu Devotees. It is located about 12 KM east of Kathmandu in Bhaktapur district.

The trip can starts from Kathmandu, our guide will receive you from the hotel early in the morning (4:30AM). Nagarkot is famous for sunrise view (this package cover breakfast in Nagarkot) so it will be better if you reach there as earlier as possible. If you don’t want the sunrise view you can start the trip from 8:00 AM. It will take 45 minutes to reach Nagarkot from Kathmandu as it is 30 KM away from city (Thamel). On fine weather day you can see sunrays hits on the Himalayas including Mt. Everest & Langtang range. After the sunrise view from view Tower, we will back to the restaurant for breakfast. After breakfast, we will jaunt around for few hours and the hiking journey will starts at 8:30am.

We will walk for downhill to Telkot (Bhaktapur) within one hour. Along the trail we will pass some traditional agriculture fields of mustard and wheat on terrace (Seasonal). Then we continue hike down to Changu Narayan temple; which takes couple of hours leisure walk. Around 11:30am we will reach Changu Narayan temple. It will be unique experience to jaunting in the temple which is built on 5th century. After the sightseeing, we will take lunch there and at 2:00pm we will drive back to Kathmandu.

This hiking trip can be done as Changu Narayan to Nagarkot hike too.