Kathmandu: Nagarkot to Changunarayan Hiking Day Trip

Embark on a day trip from Kathmandu to Nagarkot and Changunarayan. Hike from Nagarkot to Changunarayan, see the traditional Tamang village, and visit the oldest pagoda-style temple in Kathmandu.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu on a day hike from Nagarkot to Changunarayan. Admire the sunrise and sunset from Nagarkot, pass through terraced fields, and see the oldest pagoda-style temple in Kathmandu.

After a pleasant drive from Kathmandu, passing through the historical city of Bhaktapur, lush green vegetation, and the Army officer candidate school, reach Nagarkot. Start your hike, crossing through terraced fields and a dense Tamang traditional village with typical countryside houses painted with locally found Ocher.

See how the village along the trail still exhibits Nepal's countryside lifestyle even though it is so close to the capital city. On the trail, see local people making local wine called “Raksi,” prepared by a simple process of distillation by cooking food grains, like maize, millet, and wheat.

On the first part of the hike, experience the culture and lifestyle of the native people on the trail. The second part of the hike is more natural, passing through a deciduous forest, with a close watch to flora and fauna.

Climb for the first 20 minutes, and then follow a normal flat countryside trail for 2 hours. Finally, reach Changunarayan, an oldest pagoda-style temple in Kathmandu. See world-praised masterpieces of stoned sculpture. The site is under the UNESCO World Heritage site.

End your hike in Changunarayan and enjoy lunch before driving back to Kathmandu.

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.

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.