Nagarkot-Changunarayan Hiking

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The Nagarkot to Changu Narayan hike is a popular day hiking destination in Nepal, near Kathmandu Valley. At an elevation of 2175 meters, hiking near Kathmandu valley offers stunning sunrise views from Nagarkot, Magnificent Himalayan Ranges Views, Changunarayan Temple, which is listed in the UNISCO World Heritage Site, terrace farmland, and Nepalese village lifestyle.

One Day Nagarkot Hike Overview

This one-day hike typically takes 4 to 5 hours; duration depends on your pace. Nagarkot hike is one of the easiest and most comfortable hikes near Kathmandu Valley. The hike is mostly descending from Changunarayan Temple. On the way of the one-day hike, you will get a view of popular mountains like Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Gaurisankar, Shisapangma, Dorjee Lakpa, Lantang, Jugal, and many more ranges.

Also witness the oldest pagoda-style temple Changunarayan during the hike from Nagarkot to, which is dedicated to Hindu God Vishnu. The temple is considered an open museum and a UNISCO World Heritage Site listed in 1979. The temple is almost 3000 years old, located on a hilltop in a forest. The temple is designed in Nepali architecture and features wood and bronze carving. Changunarayan Temple is considered to be the tenth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.

Hiking down from the hilltop and getting a view of nearby hills and terrace fields, you will be pleased with nature when the smell of cooked soil touches your nose and also witness Bhaktapur Durbar Square, another UNISCO World Heritage Site.

Trip Itinerary
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Day 1: Nagarkot-Changunarayan Hiking

Morning after breakfast in the hotel drop to Nagarkot (32 Km, 1 hr. drive) and hike to Changunarayan it will about 4 hours. Late afternoon approximately 4 to 5 pm pick up from Changunarayan to drop hotel. Overnight at hotel

Inclusion

•     Trasnfer to hiking starting and ending point by private transportation.
•   English Speaking guide.
•   Nagarkot entrance fees
•   Changunarayan entrance fees.
•   Necessary Govt. taxes.