Kathmandu Valley Trek - 1 Day
1 Day
2510 M
Easy
Car & Jeep
Hotel & Resort
Tea House
The Kathmandu valley (1300m) is surrounded by tier of green mountain walls above which tower mighty snowcapped peaks. A full picturesque view of the valley is received by this trek only.The route is comfortable full of green fields and settlements of the people who are apparently encroached by the modern urban life.
Kathmandu city but are unable to leave their way of traditional life of peasantry and self sustained economy. When there is talk of Nepal, we immediately think of Everest. But life and civilization are mainly concentrated in the Kathmandu valley where temples, palaces and monasteries abound. This trip combines a relaxing and easy trek with the cultural element. On little-frequented trails, it is fascinating to go from one village to another, along a river or on a hillside, through terraced rice-fields and woody areas and enjoy magnificent panoramas of the countryside set against a backdrop of snow-covered peaks.
Every stage brings its own reward: the breath-taking scenery of the Himalayan peaks in Nagarkot, the visit of the medieval city of Bhaktapur, the fascinating Namo Buddha monastery and Panauti pagodas. Entire route is fully conserved greenery and has very exciting flavor of both tradition and modernity. One does not have to miss the opportunity of seeing magnificent views of the Himalayas because this route also offers ample opportunities for viewing panoramic views of the Himalayan range from Gaurishankar to Langtang and Ganesh Himal to the perception of real proximity.
During the season of late February to March, one can enjoy with the rhododendron flower. Also this area is famous to watch the wild animals as well as many specious of birds.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu, Meet At Airport And Transfer To Hotel.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu’s Tribhuban International Airport, meet, assist and transfer to the hotel. At the hotel’s lobby welcome refreshments will be served and room check in assistance provided. Evening Pre departure trip briefing followed by welcome dinner at a Nepali restaurant featuring cultural program. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Sightseeing Tour Of Kathmandu Valley
It includes visit to the Hanuman Dhoka (Kathmandu Durbar Square) – an ancient durbar (palace) with its numerous old palaces, temples and pagodas. You will get to see the damages caused by the April 25th earthquake in the Durbar Square and the reconstruction porcess taking place in the premise.In addition, visit to the Boudhanath Stupa – an ancient colossal stupa and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world and the Pashupatinath Temple – the Temple of Lord Shiva situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River.Afternoon Drive up to the Swayambhunath Stupa situated atop a hill from where you could get a bird’s eye view of Kathmandu Valley. The Swayambhunath Stupa is also known as the “Monkey Temple”!! Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Drive To Sundarijal And Start Trek To Chisapani (21,50m)
After breakfast, drive to Sundarijal (1 hour) and start trek to Chisopani. The trail starts with a steep climb and passes through the Tamang villages and through the rhododendron forest. Excellent view of the Manaslu Himalayan range including the Kathmandu Valley can be witnessed when the weather is clear during the trek.Dinner and overnight at lodge in Chisopani.
Day 4: Trek To Nagarkot (2163 M) Walking 7 Hours,
An interesting trail takes us to the hill retreat of Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu. It commands sweeping views of the Himalayas. Five of the world’s ten highest peaks, Everest, Lhotse, Choyu, Makalu and Manaslu are visible from here. Nagarkot is also a popular spot to watch sunrise and sunset. Dinner and overnight at lodge in Nagarkot.
An ancient colossal stupa and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world and the Pashupatinath Temple – the Temple of Lord Shiva situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River.Afternoon Drive up to the Swayambhunath Stupa situated atop a hill from where you could get a bird’s eye view of Kathmandu Valley. The Swayambhunath Stupa is also known as the “Monkey Temple” Overnight at hotel,
Day 5: Trek To Dhulikhel, Walking 6 Hours,
The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. From the tower there are excellent views of mountain including view of Mt Everest and Kathmandu valley. Trail descends through rhododendron forest and villages to Dhulikhel. In a clear day there are excellent views of eastern Himalaya.Dinner and overnight at resort in Dhulikhel.
An ancient colossal stupa and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world and the Pashupatinath Temple – the Temple of Lord Shiva situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River.Afternoon Drive up to the Swayambhunath Stupa situated atop a hill from where you could get a bird’s eye view of Kathmandu Valley. The Swayambhunath Stupa is also known as the “Monkey Temple”!!Overnight at hotel,
Day 6: Drive Back To Kathmandu
After breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu (1& ½ hours). Upon arrival, check in hotel for refreshment and rest. Free afternoon for last minute shopping and packing. Farewell dinner at a nice restaurant in Thamel.Overnight at hotel.
The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. From the tower there are excellent views of mountain including view of Mt Everest and Kathmandu valley. Trail descends through rhododendron forest and villages to Dhulikhel. In a clear day there are excellent views of eastern Himalaya.Dinner and overnight at resort in Dhulikhel. An ancient colossal stupa and the center of Tibetan Buddhism in the world and the Pashupatinath Temple – the Temple of Lord Shiva situated on the bank of the holy Bagmati River.Afternoon Drive up to the Swayambhunath Stupa situated atop a hill from where you could get a bird’s eye view of Kathmandu Valley. The Swayambhunath Stupa is also known as the “Monkey Temple”!!Overnight at hotel
Day 7: Tour End Or Extra Tours
Free time until departure or extra tour activities in Nepal.
Includes
- Private Arrival & Departure transfers as per itinerary,
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on Twin sharing basis and Tea house on trek
- Guided tour of the city with Private tours guide
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) including tea/ coffee
- Nepal Social Treks Gears – sleeping bag, duffel bag for the use during the trip,
- Professional local guide with extensive experience trained,
- First Aid Kit Comprehensive.
- Necessary Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
- Adequate insurance for all staff including porters.
- Trekking map for each trekker.
- Trek permit and government tax.
- Any other items mentioned on the itinerary.
Excludes
- N.B. All tour prices quoted are land only:
- Meals on the cities except Farewell and Welcome Dinner,
- Personal trekking equipment,
- Items of a personal nature expenses such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry, mineral water, hot shower, battery charge, Telephone, etc,
- Tips for trekking/ tour guide & porters,
- Valid Travel Insurance with Medical evacuation,
- Expenses incurred due to accidents, landslide, strikes, political unrest, etc,
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If you’re scanning through endless trek companies in Nepal (like we did!), trust me—Nepal Social Treks and Expedition is the one you’ll end up loving. We literally made a massive Excel sheet comparing quotations from almost every company out there 😂… and guess who came out on top? These guys! From day one, Sushila was our guiding light. She answered every tiny question we threw at her—with so much patience and warmth. And then there’s Mr. Basu, the owner. I only spoke to him a couple of times (because the Gen-Z protest had us all restless), but the way he comforted us on the call… rare to see that kind of calm reassurance from someone at his level. Truly appreciated. Now comes the funniest part—this was actually our FIRST EVER TREK! People still look at us like we’re crazy when we say that, but honestly… why not? We’ve always been the type who happily walk into troubles since childhood 😄. And then came Suraj, our guide—calm, kind, and the perfect person to handle two excited first-timers like us. Honestly, I don’t think I can put into words how beautiful the entire trek felt. I’ve been travelling for 10+ years but Nepal… Nepal completely changed my relationship with the mountains. Never felt this kind of addiction before! If you’re planning a trek or trip in Nepal and want something that fits your budget without compromising comfort—this is your team. The hotels they arranged, the car, everything was so well taken care of. When you travel after a hectic work life, you want peace and a headache-free experience. You don’t want to lead or worry about small things. And that’s exactly what this amazing team provides. A huge thank you to Mr. Basu, Sushila, Suraj, and everyone at Nepal Social Trek for giving us a trip we’ll remember forever. ❤️ P.S. Already planning the Manaslu Circuit with them next! 🌄✨
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Amazing experience! We had a very loving and caring guide Narayan. Also not possible without our porters 💜💜
