Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car & Swayambhunath Tour
ID: GYG1184782-1816721
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
1 days
Description
Enjoy a cable car ride to Chandragiri Hill and Bhaleswor Mahadev Temple, then visit Swayambhunath Stupa with valley views. Includes private transport with driver.
Begin your adventure with a scenic cable car ride to the top of Chandragiri Hill. As you ascend, enjoy views of the dense forest below and the Kathmandu Valley. At the summit, visit the holy Bhaleswor Mahadev Temple, a popular pilgrimage site.
After spending time at the temple, descend the hill and head to the Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. Climb the stairs to reach the stupa and take in the peaceful aura of this Buddhist site. Explore the area, visit shops selling paintings and artifacts, and enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley.
At the base of the Swayambhunath Temple, try traditional Tibetan food items like Laphing, Keema Noodles, and Dumplings.
Chandragiri Hills & Swayambhunath Day Tour
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Chandragiri Hills Cable Car Ride
Meet at the Chandragiri cable car base. Ride the cable car to the hilltop, visit Bhaleswor Mahadev Temple, enjoy panoramic views, and take photos before returning by cable car.
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM | Lunch
Stop at a local Nepali restaurant for lunch.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, walk around the stupa, spin prayer wheels, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Tour ends after the Swayambhunath visit.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of a scenic cable car ride up Chandragiri Hill
- Visit the Bhaleswor Mahadev Temple and see pilgrims at the holy site
- Explore the Swayambhunath Stupa and take in the peaceful Buddhist aura
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding mountains
- Try local Tibetan food items like Laphing, Keema Noodles, and Dumplings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves climbing stairs at Swayambhunath Stupa
Try Tibetan food items at the base of Swayambhunath temple
INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off from the hotel to the tour area and vice versa
- Private (Car/Van/Hiace) transportation as per the requirement of the guests (in case of small groups we take a car or jeep and in case of a large group, we take Hiace or van).
- Cable car ticket
- Experienced Guide with proficiency in communicating in English for better exploration and interactions.
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses food, drinks, etc)
- Tips to the guides and drivers (offering them tips would be a good gesture to encourage them for their hard work).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
