Nagarkot is one of the most popular tourist destination of Nepal. The panoramic view of the major peaks including small summit of Mt. Everest can be seen from here. This place is also famous for Sunrise and sunset.
Nagarkot, located 32 kilometers east of Kathmandu, is one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur district and is renowned for its spectacular sunrise view of the Himalaya when the weather is clear. Visitors often travel to Nagarkot from Kathmandu to spend the night so that they can be there for the breathtaking sunrise. Nagarkot has become famous as one of the best spots to view Mount Everest as well as other snow-topped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. It also offers an excellent view of the Indrawati river valley to the east. With an elevation of 2,195 meters, Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the Valley and is described by visitors as a place whose beauty endures year round.
Favourite spots :
Many visitors prefer to visit Nagarkot in the spring when surrounding valleys break out in a rich kaleidoscope of different coloured flowers. The flowers are beautiful against the serene backdrop of the snow-covered mountains. Ever popular among the tourists are the short treks and picnics which Nagarkot offers. Treks from Nagarkot are unique and delightful. For anyone who wants to have an adventure without exerting much efforts, a hike to Nagarkot's surrounding areas would be a good option. One can traverse short distances on trekking trails and come close to nature's wonders such as the outer of verdant forests, flower-covered meadows and unusual rock formations.
What's really great :
Most of the people coming up here for the views simply park themselves on a terrace or prop themselves up in bed at dawn. However, if you want an even better view than the one from your lodge, hike an hour from Nagarkot to the viewing tower that can be seen to the south. From this tower, you can even see Mount Everest, which isn't visible from the lodges at Nagarkot. While the top activity at Nagarkot is sitting back and gazing at the long wall of snow-covered peaks that stretches off into the distance, this is also a great place to get an idea of what trekking is all about. Several long day hikes are possible from Nagarkot, and destinations include Bhaktapur and the temple complexes such as Sankhu, Changu Narayan, and Vajra Jogini. These hikes can be done as part of your return trip to Kathmandu, as round-trip hikes (though with arduous climbs back up to Nagarkot), or as one-way hikes utilizing buses or a taxi for the return trip to Nagarkot.
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Suggested Itinerary: 6 Days
Day 01: On arrival at Kathmandu airport, meeting & assistance by our rep. And transfer to your hotel. O/N
Day 02: After breakfast, full day sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath stupa, and Syambhunath stupa Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu
Day 03: After breakfast, have Bhaktapur sightseeing on route to Nagarkot with the added bonus of a spectacular sunrise over the Himalayas.
Day 04: After a beautiful sunrise and crystal clear mountain views, you will drive to Dhulikhel, have sunset and evening Himalayan panorama view, overnight in hotel.
Day 05: After a beautiful sunrise and more mountain views, leave for Kathmandu. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 06: Departure transfer to the airport for onward flight.
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu. Meet and assist by our representative. Transfer to hotel. At the evening time cultural Program with folk and traditional dances of Nepal. Overnight in a Hotel.
Day 02: Early morning drive to Daxinkali Temple. This temple, dedicated to Goddess Kali is, situated 18kms west of Kathmandu and is regarded as one of most important Hindu goddesses. On Tuesdays and Saturdays devotees visit this temple to offer prayer and animal sacrifices. On return visit Kirtipur. This small settlement eight kilometers south of Kathmandu is situated on the top of a hill. Old houses, temple and shrines and people dressed in traditional attires are common scene here. Then drive back to Kathmandu. At the afternoon having lunch, Half day sightseeing of Kathmandu city and Swyambhunath Stupa, 2000 year old Buddhist Shrine. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 03; Sightseeing of Bhaktapur and Thimi Village.
Day 04: Drive to Nagarkot. Overnight in a Hotel at Nagarkot. At the afternoon, Trek from Nagarkot to Nala and then onto Dhulikhel (5-6 hours). Take early breakfast and get into your walking shoe. The trail leads down hill from here. After walking for about 2 hours you will reach the very old Nala Village. On the way you will see beautiful farmlands with farmers working on their farms. You will be served with packed lunch here. After finishing your lunch start your trek again. You will follow the trail heading towards south-east. After about 3 hours’ walk you will reach Dhulikhel. Overnight in hotel at Dhulikhel.
Day 05: Trek from Dhulikhel to Namobouddha and then onto Panauti (5-6 hours.). After early breakfast at your hotel you again continue your trek. We will follow a motor-able trail for about 1 hour uphill, but we follow some shortcut trails on the way. The trail we follow will be composite of uphill, downhill and flat somewhere. We will reach Namobouddha after 2 ½ hours’ trek. Namobouddha is a famous Buddhist Shrine where Gautam Buddha had fed his own flesh to a hungry tigress who had just given a new birth. There is a stone craft inside the temple in which the picture of Buddha feeding his flesh to a tigress is carved. After spending some time here we will follow the trail toward Panauti. The trail is steep down hill towards westerly direction for about one hour. Then we will follow a moderate downhill inclination from here. On the way you will cross a suspension bridge and go through many small villages. The huge rice fields on the way provide you to see how Nepali people plant & Harvest the rice during summer. After walking for about another 1 ½ hours we will reach this old city of Panauti. Old temples, shrines and ornately decorated houses are a common sight here. From here we will be picked up by our vehicle and transferred to Kathmandu. Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu.
Day 06: Half day sightseeing of Patan and Tibetan Resettlement Camp. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07: Half day tour of Bungmati, Khokana villages. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 08: In this day, Proceed for sightseeing of Pashupatinath, the most sacred Hindu temple in the country. Then proceed to Bouddhanath, biggest Stupa in the region.
Day 09: Free for shopping or individual activities. Overnight in a hotel. Free day , for shopping and relax.
Day 10: Transfer to the airport for onward journey.
