Trek Highlights
- Explore Kathmandu Valley's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, temples, stupas, and historic monuments.
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, known for its ancient palaces and Newari architecture.
- Explore Swayambhunath Stupa, offering beautiful views of Kathmandu Valley.
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple, one of Nepal's most sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites.
- Discover Boudhanath Stupa, an important center of Tibetan Buddhist culture.
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Nagarkot through hills, villages, and countryside.
- Experience a spectacular Himalayan sunrise from Nagarkot.
- Enjoy peaceful surroundings and panoramic mountain views from this beautiful hill station.
Trip Overview
The Kathmandu Nagarkot with Sunrise Tour – 3 Days combines the cultural heritage of Kathmandu with the natural beauty of Nagarkot. It is ideal for travelers looking for a short experience of Nepal's temples, heritage sites, hills, and Himalayan views.
The tour begins with sightseeing in Kathmandu, visiting major attractions such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa.
After exploring Kathmandu, drive to Nagarkot, a peaceful hill station surrounded by green hills, forests, and traditional villages. The scenic journey offers beautiful countryside views.
The main highlight of Nagarkot is the early-morning sunrise. On clear days, the first rays of sunlight illuminate the Himalayan ranges, creating a spectacular view and excellent photography opportunity.
You can also enjoy short walks, fresh mountain air, peaceful surroundings, and sunset or valley views while staying in Nagarkot.
This 3-day tour is suitable for couples, families, photographers, and first-time visitors. It offers a perfect combination of culture, nature, mountain views, and a memorable Himalayan sunrise.
Trip Briefing
Before starting the Kathmandu Nagarkot with Sunrise Tour, our guide will provide a brief overview of the itinerary, sightseeing schedule, transportation, accommodation, and important travel information. You will also receive guidance about the Nagarkot sunrise experience, weather conditions, and timing. Our team will make sure you are fully prepared for a comfortable and enjoyable journey.
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Detailed Itinerary
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our representative will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. Explore the historic monuments, temples, and vibrant cultural atmosphere of Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu.
What is Included in This Package
Transportation
- Private vehicle for all sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu.
- Kathmandu–Nagarkot–Kathmandu transportation.
Accommodation
- 2 nights' accommodation in a 3/4-star hotel.
- 1 night in Kathmandu and 1 night in Nagarkot.
- Breakfast included during the stay.
Guide
- English-speaking local guide.
- Kathmandu sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Applicable entrance fees for the listed sightseeing sites.
Others
- Bottled drinking water during sightseeing.
- All applicable local taxes.
What is Excluded from This Package
Others
- International and domestic airfare.
- Lunch and dinner during the tour.
- Personal expenses, shopping, and souvenirs.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal beverages and alcoholic drinks.
- Tips for guide and driver.
- Camera/video fees where applicable.
- Any additional activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances, delays, or changes beyond our control.
Required Equipment List
Things needed
Kathmandu Nagarkot with Sunrise Tour – 3 Days — Important Trip Info
The Kathmandu Nagarkot with Sunrise Tour – 3 Days is an easy and comfortable journey combining the cultural heritage of Kathmandu with the natural beauty of Nagarkot. The tour starts and ends in Kathmandu and is suitable for couples, families, photographers, and first-time visitors. During the trip, travelers explore important cultural landmarks, ancient temples, Buddhist stupas, traditional architecture, and the scenic landscapes of the Kathmandu Valley.
Kathmandu sightseeing includes some of the valley's most significant attractions, such as Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa. These sites offer an opportunity to experience Nepal's rich history, religious traditions, art, and architecture. The tour is designed at an easy pace, allowing travelers to comfortably enjoy the major attractions without strenuous trekking or hiking.
After sightseeing in Kathmandu, the journey continues by private vehicle to Nagarkot, a peaceful hill station located at approximately 2,175m / 7,136ft. The scenic drive passes through green hills, traditional villages, terraced fields, and countryside landscapes. Nagarkot provides a relaxing environment away from the busy city, with opportunities for short walks, photography, fresh mountain air, sunset views, and panoramic views of the surrounding hills and Himalayan ranges.
The tour includes 3/4-star hotel accommodation, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included as per the package arrangement. Private transportation, airport transfers, sightseeing, guide services, and applicable entrance fees are included for a comfortable experience. The best seasons are March, April, May, September, October, November, and December, when weather conditions are generally favorable for sightseeing and mountain views. The highlight of the journey is the early-morning sunrise from Nagarkot, offering spectacular Himalayan scenery on clear days before returning to Kathmandu for departure.
What our travellers say
“The Manaslu trek is incomparable. It's suitable as a first trek in the Himalayas — plenty of time for acclimatisation and such captivating views that spending time on "altitude sickness" would be a pity. And it's a special pleasure to walk with Krishna. He is a knowledgeable, reliable and brave guide, and a very pleasa…”
Kafle
Senior Himalayan Specialist
“Namaste! I have been guiding in the Himalayas for over 15 years. Contact me directly to customize your itinerary or check live trail conditions.”
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