4 days

About this activity

Day 1: Kathmandu – Chisapani

Meet your guide at the tour office in the morning, and then take a 1-hour drive to Sundarijal, located on the outskirts of Kathmandu. Along the way, enjoy views of the hilly, forested terrain of the Kathmandu Valley. After your vehicle arrives at your first destination, hike with your guide up a long staircase that follows the water pipeline to the entrance of Shivapuri National Park. Take in the scenic beauty of your surroundings, where pine and oak forests mix with rhododendrons and a variety of orchids. As you continue your trek along the staircase and past the water reservoir, learn about the unique wildlife that is protected in the park, including sloth bears, leopards, wild boars, and Indian porcupine.

When your group reaches the village of Mulkharka, your guide will assist you to find a simple lunch in one of the wayside shops (all meals at own expense). After approximately 5-hours on your first day’s trek, emerge from the wilderness and head into the village of Chisapani. In the evening, experience Nepali culture at an authentic teahouse, where you can purchase dinner and interact with the locals.

Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in Chisapani

Day 2: Chisapani – Nagarkot

After breakfast, prepare to hit the trail for a 7-hour hike. Take in the magnificent panoramic views of the dramatic and steep Himalayas en route to Nagarkot. When you arrive in the town after a full day of hiking, take the weight off and relax for a leisurely evening.

Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in Nagarkot

Day 3: Nagarkot – Bhaktapur

After breakfast at the teahouse, hike down toward the medieval town of Bhaktapur. Stop en route at Nepal’s oldest temple, Changu Narayan. Then, follow a scenic route through terraced rice fields, small villages, and pine forests, switching back and forth between the wilderness trail and a countryside road for approximately five and a half hours.

Arriving in Bhaktapur, take a leisurely stroll around town on your own, experiencing its charm and character. Located along the ancient trade route between Tibet and India, Bhaktapur was founded in the 12th century and is replete with pagodas and terra-cotta monuments, as well as fascinating palaces and temples. Feel free to ask your guide for any dining suggestions or recommendations of top attractions to see during your free time.

Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in Nagarkot

Day 4: Bhaktapur – Kathmandu

Upon awakening in Bhaktapur, enjoy a free morning at leisure. Hang out at a teahouse or visit the temples, admiring their gilded roofs, intricate carvings and open courtyards. Or, simply catch sight of more gorgeous views of the Himalayas before returning to Kathmandu by minivan around 1pm.

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Included

English-speaking guide
3-night accommodation in basic village guesthouse and hotels
Transport by minibus

Not included

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
On this hiking trip, you will be walking at demanding altitudes of approximately 12,467 ft (3800 m) above sea level, with the possibility of extreme variations in weather; it is common for travelers to experience adverse health effects due to this altitude, regardless of your age, gender and fitness. It is highly recommended that you discuss this trip with your doctor prior to departure
All tour leaders have basic first aid training and are aware of the closest medical facilities
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler. Visas are obtainable from embassies abroad or on arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. If you are planning on getting a multi-entry visa from the airport, please be prepared for long lines; you will also need to provide 2 passport photos and the following fees in USD: $25 for 15-day visa, $40 for 30-day visa, $100 for 90-day visa.
Travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency repatriation, is required to participate on this tour; proof of insurance must be shown to tour leader on the first day
Minimum age is 12 years; all travelers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
As no meals are included, please expect to spend around US$130 in total for meals purchased locally
Please pack as lightly as possible, as you are expected to carry your own luggage; it is recommended that you keep the weight under 22 lbs (10 kg)
Accommodation: Single Room: For single travelers. If your group has more than one person, you may also book this option if you would like to be placed in separate rooms, one person per room Double Room: For travelers with more than one person. If you are traveling with an odd number of companions, three people will be placed in a triple room (three people per room), the rest in double rooms, subject to availability; in certain cases, the extra person may have to be placed in a double room with another passenger or in a single room by him/herself, additional charge to be paid directly to local operator (in this case, you will be notified prior to departure)
Please note that there has been significant damage to some of the sites visited on this tour due to the earthquakes in April and May 2015
The following information is required of travelers upon booking:
Full name, nationality and current country of residence
Date of birth
Passport number, issue date and expiry date
E-mail address
Existing medical conditions or dietary requirements
Travel insurer name, contact number and policy number
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This is a join-in trip rather than a scheduled group trip, so if other travellers have booked on the same date you will share included activities.
If you have booked on this trip by yourself and without other travel companions, then you will be assigned a single room on this trip on Days 2 & 3. Other nights will be in shared accommodation.

Features

Tourism

80%

Sport

45%

Cultural

40%

Aquatic

35%

Reviews

4.5

2

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Jackson G

5 | 2015-04-26

This tour includes 4 days, 3 nights. You start off meeting in Thamel, then driving about 45 mins to the hike start point. This morning is pretty much all uphill. Lunch was daal baat at a local restaurant. Overnight in Chisapani, which has beautiful views on both sides of the ridge. For Chisapani, we stayed at a basic guesthouse. Be sure to bring a towel, toilet paper, soap, and a sleeping bag liner or sleeping bag. They provide a modest blanket and pillow. Dinner was daal baat. The next morning you hike on the side of mountain to Nargokot. The morning is a long hike, a few hours, followed by another few hours. Lunch was at a guesthouse daal baat. Overnight in Nargokot at Hotel Country Villa, which overlooks a huge valley. It was super nice. Recommend purchasing the buffet dinner and breakfast. The next day is an easy hike out of Nargokot, where you will pass through several villages. Feel free to ask to stop and meet the villagers, buy some of their tea, or learn about locally brewed millet wine. I skipped the temple hike, which adds a few hours. We arrived in Bhaktapur around lunchtime. I was free to get lunch on my own. Bhaktapur is very in tune with the tourist industry. Thus, there are several Western style eateries usually at hotels. That afternoon, my guide showed me basic things in Bhaktapur, which reminded me of an ancient Italian bricked city. My guide then let me explore on my own. Be sure to venture off the tourist trail to see how life is really lived. Don't be afraid to get lost. Overnight was at a Bhaktapur hotel which overlooked Taumadhi Square. Bhaktapur is very touristy, so be sure to bargain for gifts. If you want a good gift for everyone back home, buy them an incense holder in the clay square, these run about 20 NR for one small one. The next day, I was free to explore on my own, then I met up for lunch with my guide and I was taken to the airport. Other items: there is a porter until Bhaktapur, be sure to tip him.

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Shuang Yuan K

4 | 2013-11-01

Good for trekking enthusiasts. Around 6 hours daily of serious trekking through a good mix of national park, rural villages, farm land and mountaineous terrain. Average pace allowed adequate water/rest breaks and lunch to recharge. Stayed overnight in one teahouse and two hotels. Hotels were comfortable and more than expected. Teahouse was basic with attached bathroom but has no air-con and hot water, hence be prepared. Food was satisfactory. Guide and porter were knowledgable and helpful. Last day at Buktapur allowed tour of historical town and shopping. Overall a well planned itinerary.

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