Chisapani Nagarkot Trek

Day 1: Kathmandu (Height: 1400m) – Chisapani (Height: 2160m)

Highlights: Sundarijal Park, Shivapuri National Park and an amazing view of the Himalayan range of mountains

08.00pm: Pick up from your hotel in Kathmandu and drive to Sundarijal (1350m). NOTE: Kathmandu to Sundarijal is about 17km and a 45 minutes’ drive.

Description: Sundarijal translates to “beautiful water” in the local language. This tiny village is the gateway to the Shivapuri National Park, and is the starting point for many of the Kathmandu Valley popular treks. Sundarijal is especially popular among the younger locals, especially for day hiking, swimming, picnic and bike riding. A couple of hours after an uphill hike, you will be able to catch a spectacular view of the Kathmandu Valley and the beautiful Tamang village called Mulkharka.

08.45am: Arrive in Sundarijal (1350 m) and begin trek to Chisapani (2160m).

01.00pm: Lunch en route at a local restaurant.

03.00pm: Arrive at Chisapani. Check in hotel. Rest & relax after check in.

Description: Chisapani (2160m) is a 5 to 6 hour uphill hike from Kathmandu. Driving from Kathmandu to Sundarijal will take about 45 minutes and we will be hiking through a beautiful village called Mulkharka. Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is one of the nearest and best Kathmandu valley treks.

06.00pm: Dinner at your hotel. After dinner, free & easy.

Day 2: Chisapani (Height: 2160m) to Nagarkot (Height: 2195m)

Highlights: Amazing views of mountains along the trekking trail from Chisapani to Nagarkot!

00.00am: You can wake up early and enjoy the sunrise.

07.00am: Breakfast at your hotel.

09.00am: Check out hotel. The trek to from Chisapani (2160m) to Nagarkot (2195m) begins.

12.00pm: Arrive at Jarsing Pauwa (2000m), a small town with refreshing views of the Himalayas. Has a few shops and houses, and acts as the starting point of the Jarsing Pauwa Nagarkot Trek.

Description: Jarsing Pauwa to Nagarkot is an easy trekking route. You will have a little uphill trekking at the final stage. It will offer panoramic views of the Everest range of mountains on your left hand side. This is very peaceful trekking area. You will pass by many school kids and villagers during your trek.

NOTE

• You have to carry your own belongings with you.
• You will have your lunch break at Jarsing Pauwa.

01.00pm: Continue the Jarsing Pauwa Nagarkot Trek after lunch.

04.00pm: Arrive at Nagarkot, check into your hotel. Congratulations! Your trek ends here. Free & easy after check in. NOTE: Sunset will be from 5pm to 7pm. The timing will depend upon the season. You can enjoy the sunset at your own leisure.

06.00pm: Dinner will be provided at the hotel. Rest and relax after dinner.

Day 3: Nagarkot to Kathmandu

Highlights: Nagarkot Sunrise Tour + Bhaktapur Durbar Square

05.00am: Wake up and prepare for the Mt Everest Sunrise Tour. Note: You will be able to see a panoramic sunrise view of snow-capped mountains from your hotel rooftop. You will see spectacular views of Everest and the Langtang range of mountains.

OPTIONAL: We can drive you to the Nagarkot Sunrise View Point Tower if you want to. Just let your tour guide know. No extra charges.

07.00am: Return to hotel. Breakfast at hotel.

09.00am: Check out and we will drive back to Kathmandu.

OPTIONAL: On your back to Kathmandu, you will pass by Bhaktapur Durbar Square, we can stop here for a visit if you wish to. NOTE: Bhaktapur Durbar Square entrance fees is USD15 at your own expense. Bhaktapur Durbar Square local guide fees at USD10 is at your own expense as well.

Descriptions: Bhaktapur Durbar Square (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is an assortment of pagoda and Shikhara-style temples grouped around a 55-window palace of brick and wood. The square is part of a charming valley as it highlights the idols of ancient kings perched on top of stone monoliths, the guardian deities looking out from their sanctuaries, the wood carvings in very place – struts, lintels, tympanums, gateways and windows – all seem to form a well-orchestrated symphony.

12.00pm: Drive back to Kathmandu.

01.30pm: Arrive at your hotel. Tour ends.