KATHMANDU PANORAMA

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Discover the cultural richness and scenic beauty of Nepal on this immersive journey through the Kathmandu Valley and Nagarkot Hill Station. This tour is designed for travellers who want to experience Nepal’s extraordinary concentration of art, history, and living traditions combined with a light trekking experience through peaceful countryside landscapes.

The journey begins in the Kathmandu Valley, widely regarded as the cultural heart of Nepal and one of the most unique heritage destinations in the world. Nowhere else can you find such a remarkable density of art, architecture, monuments, and centuries old traditions coexisting within such a compact area. Within a radius of just 20 kilometers, the valley is home to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, making it a treasure trove of cultural exploration.

You will explore the three historic cities of Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur, each offering its own distinct character and architectural brilliance. Wander through ancient Durbar Squares, where royal palaces, intricately carved temples, and traditional courtyards reflect the artistic mastery of the Newar civilisation. Visit sacred landmarks, bustling local markets, and hidden alleys, where daily life continues much as it has for centuries, offering an authentic glimpse into Nepal’s endur-ing cultural heritage.

The journey continues to Nagarkot, a peaceful hill station located on the rim of the Kathmandu Valley, renowned for its panoramic views of the Himalayan range. From here, enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over distant snow-capped peaks, along with fresh mountain air and tranquil surroundings a perfect contrast to the vibrant city atmosphere.

To complete your Nepal experience, the tour includes a scenic trek from Nagarkot to “Changu Narayan Temple,” one of the oldest temples in Nepal and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This gen-tle walk takes you through charming villages, terraced farmlands, and lush countryside, offering opportunities to observe rural life and interact with local communities. The trek beautifully combines nature, culture, and light adventure, making it ideal for travellers seeking an introduction to trekking in Nepal.

“Blending cultural discovery with scenic landscapes and a rewarding countryside walk, this journey offers a complete and enriching introduction to the timeless beauty of Nepal.”

Tour HighlightsTour highlights
Three Historic CitiesThree Historic Cities

Explore Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur, rich in UNESCO World Heritage sites and ancient architecture.

Cultural & Spiritual HeritageCultural & Spiritual Heritage

Discover iconic Hindu and Buddhist landmarks, temples, monasteries, and traditional Newari culture.

Nagarkot Himalayan ViewsNagarkot Himalayan Views

Enjoy a scenic hill retreat with overnight stay, offering breathtaking sunset and sun rise mountain panoramas.

Changu Narayan Hiking ExperienceChangu Narayan Hiking Experience

Hike from Nepal’s oldest temple through countryside trails, terraced fields, and lo cal villages.

Culture Meets NatureCulture Meets Nature

A perfect blend of heritage sightseeing, soft hiking, and natural landscapes.

Expert Guided TourExpert Guided Tour

Professional local guides ensuring insightful, comfortable, and enriching experiences.

Welcome drink on arrival. Kathmandu culture and sightseeing briefing.
Optional early evening walk to Swayambhunath Stupa for a panoramic view of Kathmandu valley:
8.00am breakfast followed by a full day sightseeing in Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square (lunch recommended in the garden Restaurant) then drive forward to Kritipur, situated on a ridge 6 km southwest of Kathmandu.
Kirtipur offers quaint streets lined with artistic houses and temple squares. The people are known for their skill in building and weaving.
After breakfast drive to Pasupatinath Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa and Bhaktapur city (8 km. far away from Kathmandu) actually most popular city among all and legendary living museum from medieval time.
After exploring in the Bhaktapur about 2 hrs, we drive ahead to Nagarkot hill 20 km. Far away from Bhaktapur and situated on 700m higher on altitude. It is a hill resort which is most popular for viewing sunrise and panoramic world renowned Mountains. About an hour or so drive from Bhaktapur, we reach to our destination and if we have luck, we will have a nice view of Sun set from the resort hotel. We will stay overnight in a resort hotel.
Early in the morning, we watch sunrise and clear mountains, The Panorama of the major peak of eastern Nepal Himalayas including Mt.Everest, seen from here.
After beautiful sunrise views in early morning, we take breakfast in the resort hotel then we start walking downhill to Changunarayan temple, it will take us about 4 hours to reach at the temple. Changu is a name of the village and Narayan or Vishnu means the preserver of the Hindus.
It is a most oldest temple in Kathmandu valley built in third century, is decorated by some of the best samples of stone, wood, and metal craft.. This downhill walk over cultivated fields and villages is a good way of seeing the Kathmandu countryside. In Changu Narayan village also the superb place to see the beautiful villages, green hills and mountains. Drive back to Kathmandu, free evening.
You will be transferred to the airport for your final destination.

Cost Include

  • Private airport transfers and all ground transportation
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu, Patan & Bhaktapur
  • Overnight stay in Nagarkot with dinner and breakfast
  • Changu Narayan temple cultural hike with professional guide
  • Government taxes and service charges
  • Monuments and entrance fees

Cost Exclude

  • International flights
  • Nepal visa fees
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Travel insurance and personal expenses
  • Tips and optional activities

Hotel Maya Manor

Hotel Maya Manor, kathmandu

Nagarkot Resort

Nagarkot Resort, Nagarkot

Nagarkot Resort

Nagarkot Resort, Nagarkot

Visa requirement

Visa is the first requirement before you enter Nepal, which you can obtain at Kathmandu airport on arrival or you can also get it in your country of destination from Nepalese Embassy or consulate offices. Or you can apply online also from the website of immigration department of Nepal under the link. https://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa We would recommend you to obtain visa either online in advance to avoid long queue at the airport. To obtain on arrival visa you required a valid passport and one passport -size photo with a light background. Credit cards are not accepted as payment of visa fee. No On arrival visa for country list -

AFG,IRQ,CMR,GHA,SOM,SWZ,PSE,ZWE,NGA,ETH,LBR

Visa Facility Duration Fee:

  • Multiple entries 15 days - US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency
  • Multiple entries 30 days - US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency
  • Multiple entries 90 days - US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency
  • For more in details and current updates please visit the link below directly:

http://www.nepalimmigration.gov.np

Travel insurance is necessary

Adequate security gives you therapeutic incorporation in case you turn out to be sick or break your leg at the mountain, your camera overflowing with epic ascending shots is hurt or stolen, your flights are dropped, or you end up included with a disastrous occasion. It's an assurance against potential issues that develop when you're all over the place, and can secure your life. Your own adequate travel insurance ought to be purchased at the time your finalise your booking. This is a mandatory requirement for travel. Sufficient provision that covers personal accidents, death, medical costs and emergency repatriation should all be included under your policy. We would recommend a minimum coverage of 0,000 for each of the aforementioned categories. Your policy will also ideally cover you in cases of cancellations, curtailments, loss of luggage and any personal liabilities that may occur. It is a requirement that you provide proof of sufficient travel insurance.

Clothing

From April to the end of October, it is warm in Kathmandu. In Nepal clothing for traveling purpose should be comfortable and light. You can also wear longer shorts provided that it is weather- friendly. In the months of November to the end of March, days are usually warm and evenings are cool. Put on your summer clothes during the day time but in the evening and night it is advisable to carry a light jacket. Winter season starts from December to February. One must be equipped with sufficient winter wears like jackets, sweaters, trousers etc to stay protected from the cold.

Health & safety in Nepal

Drinking water is very important factor to be safe and prevent from infectious diseases in Nepal. We recommend you only to drink bottled mineral water, which is available in every hotel and shops. If you are traveling in rural areas, like going for trekking, carry iodine tablets with you. Consult your GP or travel health clinic well before departure to check on recommended vaccinations, which may include typhoid and hepatitis A, plus meningitis if trekking to outlying areas. Malaria is present below 1,200m; consider taking antimalarials. In town, stick to bottled water. Take water-purifying tablets with you if you’re trekking or heading off the beaten track.

Altitude sickness

The air pressure is lower as we go higher, that means thinner air, you will be breathing also less oxygen. Same thing happens, when you are trekking in Himalayas above 2000 meter you are breathing less oxygen and there is always danger of having altitude sickness. But it is not for everybody, it also depends on each and everybody’s physical condition. Altitude starts to effect us from 2,000 metres upwards. it is also known as Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), If trekking at high altitude take precautions to avoid AMS. Make sure you are physically fit, acclimatise to the altitude slowly, eat high-carb meals and drink plenty of water.

AMS is actually more common in fit young men because they are more likely to attempt a rapid ascent by racing up the mountain. It is more safer and enjoyable by planning a sensible itinerary that allows for gradual acclimatisation to altitude as you ascend, but you can back down as fast as you like! If you are not feeling well above 2,500 m, it may be AMS until proven otherwise.

Early symptoms of AMS include:

  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue on minimal exertion
  • Dizziness

What to do if you have AMS?

  • Don’t go higher, rest, drink fluids (not alcohol).
  • If symptoms get worse, immediately descend with a friend.
  • If symptoms fully go away, go up.
  • Consider taking Acetazolamide (Diamox 250 mg twice a day).

You’ll spend your nights in teahouses / Local guest house

In Nepal Teahouse trekking is the most popular form of arrangement which allows trekkers to stay at local lodge and have wholesome foods. The guest houses offer basic twin bed accommodation. It is cold in the night, we would recommend you to bring your own sleeping bag, if you do not have one, we can also provide you.There are only common bathroom and toilet which you have to share with other tourists and they have sometime hot shower.. This type of local lodges are mostly available in most popular trekking routes like – Annapurna, Mustang, Everest and Langtang areas. You will be carrying all your clothing gears along with you depending on the season but in case if you want to buy or hire any trekking items in Kathmandu or Pokhara. There are lots of trekking stores across Kathmandu and in the main streets of Pokhara.

Trekking Gear that you should bring:

  • Waterproof hiking boots (worn in)
  • Waterproof backpack cover and dry bag
  • A warm sleeping bag
  • Rain coat or Jacket
  • Warm Jacket
  • Water purification tablets
  • Altitude sickness tablets
  • Beanie
  • Hand sanitiser
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Bandaids
  • First aid kit
  • Thermals
  • Hat
  • Warm sleeping bag
  • Warm socks (several pairs)
  • Torch and batteries
  • Snacks
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Gloves and scarf (depending on season and altitude)

Best Time To Trek In Nepal

The best season go for Trekking in Nepal is from the mid of September to mid of December and from late February through to June consider ever best season of trekking in Himalayas. During this period of months have pleasant climate condition not so hot and cold and visibility of mountain are crystal clear. In these months in trekking areas temperatures is stable in the morning 10 to 12 Celsius and during the day 15 to 20 Celsius depending on the Months. Most important thing is there will be less chance of rain, skies are often clear, providing great vistas of the Himalayas.

June, July and August months are main rainy season in Nepal and involves monsoon with heavy rainfall which makes trekking conditions unfavourable. It is cold in the winter months in December and January generally, the days are clear in winter season in Nepal. In winter season in Nepal is usually snow fall in the higher elevations above 5000m. with risk winds and colder temperatures. Therefore, it is ideal for trekking in the lower elevation.

Nepali customs

Nepal is a Hindu dominated religious nation, when visiting its religious places, you should pay an attention. Because some holy Hindu temples are strictly accessible for the Hindus only so, ensure you read the display board before you enter the site or ask near by some one and always explore clockwise around temples. Always ask before you capture religious temples and peoples in your camera, so that you do not offend the peoples feeling and also in terms of respect to the peoples and their culture. By the way expel your shoes when entering those sites or a neighbourhood's home. Shoes are supposed to be containing dirts and leather wears are not allowed inside the temple.

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Trip Facts

Trip Duration : 5 Days
Highest Altitude : 1300 m.
Difficulty : Easy
Season : February to May / August to November
Activity : Culture Tour
Group Size: 8 pax
Transportation: Air-conditioned private car
Accommodation : 3 star hotels
Meals: Breakfast at Kathmandu and 2 meals at resort hotel
Start-End : Kathmandu - Kathmandu
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