Nestled between the giants India and China, in the lap of the Himalayas, Nepal has established itself as one of the most visited countries in the world, owing to its mind-boggling beauty. Nepal invites you to explore its beauty, spread across its nooks and crannies. Nepal as a whole is impressive, and the perfect example of beauty. An impressive combination of topography rapidly changing from the snow-capped Himalayas to hills to the plain Terai, Nepal can aptly be called “Heaven on Earth”. Come and breathe in the ancient culture, heritage, architectural masterpieces and ethnic inhabitants of this beautiful country.

See the majestic Himalayas ranges, including Mt. Everest, on a full-day tour from Kathmandu to Nagarkot. Then we can come downhill among the mountain scenery and visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed temple Changu Narayan along the way. If the skies are lucky, you can sightsee beautiful Himalayan ranges from the temple.

Itinerary

  • Day Drive to Nagarkot - Changunarayan for Sightseeing

    Nagarkot is the nearest viewpoint in the Kathmandu valley. We reach Nagarkot by passing through the “city of devotees” Bhaktapur. Located 32 km east of Kathmandu, it is known for hosting the best sunrise and sunset views of Nepal. The scenic beauty of this location makes it a popular hiking route for tourists.

    Nagarkot offers the broadest views of the Himalayas in Kathmandu valley. it showcases the views of 8 Himalayan ranges of Nepal. The ranges include the likes of Langtang range, Annapurna range, Manaslu range, Ganesh Himal range, Mahalangur range, Number range, Rolwaling range, Jugal range, Langtang range among the 13 ranges that Nepal possesses.

    Nagarkot is packed with hotels, stacked up on a ridge facing the views of the snow-capped perfect peaks. Its strategic location makes it even more alluring. Nagarkoteas previously an ancient fort built to monitor external activities. Time at this international hill station is surely well spent and refreshing. 1-hour drive.

    Changunarayan is located on the uphill of Changu and it is considered as one of the ancient Hindu temples in the world. It also provides a view of the different Himalayan ranges of Nepal. Built in the pagoda style, the temple is guarded by the elephants, lions and winged lions. Vishnu as the creator of life is the statue present inside the temple.

    • No meals included

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