Around Kathmandu Valley Hiking 8 Days

Experience walking in the natural green hills and Nepalese countryside within sight of the metropolis viewing stunning views of snowcapped mountains. 
Kathmandu Valley is not only the cultural and the historical hub of the country; it also has so many wonderful hiking destinations in the close proximity catering the beautiful aspects of wilderness and the authentic rural lifestyle. Our Kathmandu Valley Hiking caters the cultural tour of Kathmandu’s major heritage sites and most of times it runs along the mid-hill trails. Our Tour begins with the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu Durbar Square. Durbar Square of Kathmandu offers you opportunity to understand the history of ancient civilization that prospered in Nepal when most of the developed countries of the present time were not even discovered. The biggest stupa Boudhanath provides you a sensation of being at Tibet as it looks like little Tibet ringing the biggest stupa of the world. Moreover the visit to Pashupatinath, the biggest Hindu Shrine of the country devoted to Supreme Hindu God Shiva is an ideal opportunity to witness the Hindu cremation process as well as the colorful holy sadhus attired godly. As the hiking portion of the tour begins from Sundarijal, starts hike along the peaceful course of penetrating the woodlands and traversing across beautiful terraced farmlands all the way to Chisapani, which is an amazing stopover point for treks to Langtang Region. The hiking continous to Nagarkot, the closest hill station from Kathmandu from where the sunrise view is exceedingly mesmerizing as it falls on the towering Himalayan giants widespread in the northern border of the country. Walking on the ridge-top, arrive to Dulikhel, ancient Newari Town blessed with cultural and natural aspects. Again, begins hiking to the sacred Namo Buddha and Beautiful Balthali Village to the medieval trade center Panauti via Khopasi, a historical place.

 Outline Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner) 
Day 02: Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Heritage Sites (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast) 
Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (Altitude: Sundarijal: 1460m/4815 ft. Chisapani: 2340m/7720 ft. Drive: 45 min Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
Day 04: Trek Chisopani to Nagarkot (Altitude: 2195m /7200ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
Day 05: Trek Nagarkot to Dhulikhel (Altitude: 1550m /5115 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
Day 06: Hike Dhulikhel to Balthali via Namobuddha (Altitude: Dhulikhel: 1750m/5775 ft. Balthali: 2400m/7920 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
Day 07: Hike Balthali to Panauti via Khopasi & drive to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1414m/4640 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
Day 08: Depart Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast)

Costs

What is included 
🟢Airport transfer with an escort 
🟢 Welcome and farewell Dinner at Authentic Restaurant in Kathmandu 
🟢 3 night’s accommodation at Hotel Blue Horizon or similar in Kathmandu with breakfast 
🟢 1 night accommodation at Mountain lodge available en-route in Chisapani 
🟢 1 night accommodation at tourist standard Hotel/Resort in Nagarkot with breakfast and dinner, 
🟢 1 night accommodation at tourist standard Hotel/Resort in Dhulikhel with breakfast and dinner 
🟢 1 night accommodation at tourist standard Hotel/Resort in Baithali with breakfast and dinner 
🟢 English speaking Guide and porter; and lunch during the Hiking 
🟢 Sightseeing and hiking transfer 
🟢 Equipment clothing for porter & staffs 
🟢 Insurance for all staff & porters. 

What is not included 
🔴Nepal Visa - (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days) 
🔴Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu (Except welcome/farewell dinner) 
🔴Travel insurance 
🔴Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca-cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc. 
🔴The cost incurred during emergencies, evacuations 
🔴Tips for Guide/porters/driver ... 
🔴Anything not included in “What is Included”

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Dinner) 

It is a panoramic thrill flying into Kathmandu on a clear day. The views of snow-capped mountain peaks sprawling down below you are almost ecstatic, beginning a whole chain of memorable experiences that stay with you for a long, long time. A representative and driver from our office will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel. The representative will help you check into your designated hotel. After your refreshment, you will be briefed about the next day trip. In the evening, we, the Hiking Nepal will offer you a welcome dinner introducing Nepalese cuisine and culture.
 
Day 02 Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Heritage Sites (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast) 

After your delightful breakfast, you will be introduced with guide and takes you to UNESCO Heritages sites of the valley where you will observe living heritage of Medieval Nepal. You will drive to Pashupatinath Temple, which is the biggest and the holiest Hindu Shrine of Nepal devoted to Lord Shiva. Witness the Hindu cremation process at the bank of Holy Bagmati River & capture the images of holy saints, before you move towards Kathmandu Durbar Square, also called as Basantapur Durbar Square. Listed as a cultural World Heritage site by UNESCO, Kathmandu Durbar Square is a cluster of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards and streets that dates back to the 12th to 18th century. At the square, see the Nepalese style of architecture, Hanumandhoka Palace Museum, Taleju Temple, Kumari Ghar (House of the Living Goddess), along with wooden art representing the Medieval craftsmanship. After Lunch, you will drive towards Patan Durbar Square. It is a city with fabulous art and craftsmanship. The heritage site houses so many beautifully constructed ancient monuments and sacred shrines. Architectural style of Krishna Temple, Patan Museum, Kumbheshwor Temple and Golden Temple among others are the notable monuments you will explore there. While exploring the place, you shall closely observe the erotic depictions carved in the wooden planks of most of monuments. You will also get enough glimpses of typical Newari culture around the Durbar Square. After visit of two medieval kingdom, you will be taken to Hotel. Enjoy remaining time at your own. 

Day 03 Drive to Sundarijal & trek to Chisapani (Altitude: Sundarijal: 1460m/4815 ft. Chisapani: 2340m/7720 ft. Drive: 45 min Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD)
 
After breakfast at the hotel, you will take drive to 15 km north- east from Kathmandu to Sundarijal. Then, you will continue walking uphill through a dense forest of oak, pine and rhododendron till you reach the Sundarijal. Following the watershed area, and walking along the forest trail, you will pass the village of Chisapani. During the trek you get panoramic views of the surrounding hills and undulating Himalayan ranges like the Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, Dorje Lhakpa and Annapurna.  Stay overnight at a Mountain Lodge. 

Day 04 Trek Chisopani to Nagarkot (Altitude: 2195m /7200ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

After a hearty breakfast, continue with trekking adventure in a downhill trail to Nagarkot.  You will walk through the forest and traditional villages enjoying the green lush forest, wildlife, cultivated land, beautiful faces and small rivers. Once you reach at Nagarkot, you will be check-in at Hotel. Get refreshed enjoy the Himalayas Vista from the balcony. Nagarkot, is a hill top center popular for enjoying the best view of Himalayas and beautiful landscape. From here, you can get breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Manaslu and Gauri Shankar. Stay overnight at a resort. 

Day 05 Trek Nagarkot to Dhulikhel (Altitude: 1550m /5115 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 
After witnessing a magical sun rise from Nagarkot, you can have your breakfast and get ready for the day trek. Today, you will hike to Dhulikhel, a small Newari village which has become quite popular as a resort town. The mountain views from the village are breath taking. The streets lined with bare-brick houses, sloping tiled roofs, sacred statues, pagoda temples and carved wooden windows are the feature of the Dhulikel. Overnight at lodge.
 
Day 06 Hike Dhulikhel to Balthali via Namobuddha (Altitude: Dhulikhel: 1750m/5775 ft. Balthali: 2400m/7920 ft. Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

Today, hiking about 3 hours passing through forests, farms and terraced fields you will arrive at the Buddhist pilgrimage site, Namo Buddha, where Lord Buddha in his previous birth is believed to have saved a tigress and her cub from starvation by offering his own flesh.  You can have wonderful views from the hill top shrine.  Spending some time, resume hiking towards Balthali. It will be another 3 hours of easy hike to Balthali village (2400m).  Balthali is a sleepy Newari village which rests on a plateau at the junction of Roshi and Ladku Khola River. If the weather is clear, you can enjoy panoramic mountain views of the Himalayan range: Manaslu, Mt. Everest, Ganesh Himal, & Jugal Himal & the Mahabharat range. Overnight at a local resort. 

Day 07 Hike Balthali to Panauti via Khopasi & drive to Kathmandu (Altitude: 1414m/4640 ft. Trek: 3/4 hrs. Meal: BLD) 

From Balthali, you will continue trekking though Khopasi village to the Newari town of Panauti. Panauti is home to one of the oldest temples in Nepal, the Indreshwar Mahadev temple which dates back to the 13th century. After exploring the bazaar and the ancient streets, we have our lunch and drive back to Kathmandu. On arrival at Kathmandu we check into our hotel &get refreshed and relaxed. In the evening, we, Hiking Nepal, will offer you a farewell dinner at authentic restaurant. You can share your experience, feedback us and give us a chance to make your evening a wonderful time. Overnight at Hotel.
 
Day 08: Depart Kathmandu (Altitude: 1350/4428 ft. Meal: Breakfast) 

Our tour officer will pick you up from your hotel three hours prior to your departure time. You will be escorted in a private vehicle to the airport for your final departure. Have a safe flight home.