Around Kathmandu Trek
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by LTN Tour and Travel
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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This trek is an ideal trip for those who don’t want a long strenuous trek or only for a short trek. This is a fantastic hike from Kathmandu. It offers a rich insight into the lives, history, culture and religion of its inhabitants. You will walk mostly Shivapuri watershed forests and villages during your trekking time. Shivapuri hill (2732m) is the highest point of this trekking. From the top of Shivapuri, you can see western mountain Manaslu, Boudha Himal, Ganesh himal range, Langtang range, Dorjeelakpa, shisapangma and Gaurishankar. In short we can see more than 60 peaks from here. And other mountains can be seen and another gain of this trekking is to reach Nagarkot. Nagarkot offers an enjoyable experience that has many different options to enjoy the magic of mountains. The village of Nagarkot is on the edge of the valley and offers excellent views of the mountains as well as Kathmandu valley, terrace, river and beautiful scenery green hill.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Kathmandu Arrival — Meet us at the airport, you are welcomed by the hospitable meeting and then you will be transferred to your hotel. Accommodation: Hotel
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Day 2Kathmandu — Full day valley sightseeing with Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swyambhunath, a stupa on the top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu, Visiting Patan city, the second largest town in the valley, Krishna Mandir, Golden Temple etc. Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast
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Day 3Kathmandu - Shivapuri (2732m) 06:00hrs. — After breakfast, Drive to Budhanilakantha (Trekking Starting point) and trek to Shivapuri. Shivapuri is very good for walking through the forest and along the ridge with spectacular views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Jugal Himal. Accommodation: Lodge, Meals: Breakfast
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Day 4Shivapuri - Chisapani (2215m) 06:00hrs. — Walk up early in the morning to see the sunrise over the white-mountains. Breakfast served about 7:00 AM. After breakfast, we start our treks to Chisopani (2194m). It takes 4 hours. Walk along the ridge between the Shivapuri watershed forest and the panoramic attraction of the Himalaya. Accommodation: Lodge, Meals: Breakfast
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Day 5Chisapani - Nagarkot (2100m) 07:00hrs. — Walk between the village and forest; continue our journey to Nagarkot 2300m above the sea-level. This spot provides an excellent view of the sunset and Mount Everest can be seen on a clear day. Accommodation: Lodge, Meals: Breakfast
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Day 6Nagarkot - Kathamandu (1310m) 04:00hrs. — Wake-up early morning to watch the spectacular dawn, the first rays of the sun firing the peaks a hellist red slowly lighting up the Himalayas from Kanchenjunga and Everest in the far East of Annapurna and Dhawalagiri in the West. Travel to Dhulikhel. Afternoon, we'll drive back to Kathmandu. Accommodation: Hotel, Meals: Breakfast
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Day 7Departure — Free till departure, transfer to airport, fly back to Home. Meals: Breakfast
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What's included in your experience
Included
- Hotel Transfers
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Twin share accommodation
- Transfer by private vehicle,depend on group size
- Necessary entrance fees as per itinerary
Not included
- Flight ticket
- Visa fee USD 25.00 per person for 15 days multiple entry
- Beverage and expenses of personal nature.
- Lunch & Dinner
- Optional Sightseeing Tours and extension of hotel accommodation etc.
- Tips to guide, porter, driver etc.
- Personal Insurance.
Essential trip information
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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