Day Hike in Kathmandu

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  • Duration: 1 Day
  • Max Altitude: 1,350m
  • Difficulty Level : Easy
  • Arrival City : Kathmandu
  • Departure City : Kathmandu
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Day Hike in Kathmandu takes you to Shivapuri Hill, at an altitude 2,563 meters above sea level which is the second highest hill surrounding the Kathmandu Valley. In this trip you visit Budhanilkantha temple, Shivapuri Conservation Area, Nagi Gompa and Kopan Monastery, all of which are the popular tourist attraction spots nearby Kathmandu.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Kathmandu and drive to Shivapuri Hill, 9 kilometers north of Kathmandu. Here you will leave your car and start walk to the Budhanilkantha Temple that has a huge stone crafted image of Lord Vishnu resting atop a bed of serpents. Further we walk through Shivapuri Conservation area and visit the Nagi Gompa, a Buddhist monastery for nuns, and upon reaching the top of the hill we get to witness the picturesque view of snow-capped Himalayas surrounding the valley. From here, we hike downhill for about 2 hours and reach Kopan Monastery. After spending sometime in the quiet Buddhist atmosphere of monastery we will drive back to your hotel.

 

Trip Highlights

  • Hike to Shiva puri Hill at an altitude of 2,563 meters
  • Budhanilkantha temple
  • Shivapuri Conservation area
  • Kopan Monastery
  • Nagi Gompa

Trip Cost Includes

  • Highly experienced  English speaking guide
  • Shivapuri Conservation fee
  • All transportation will be in comfortable private vehicles
  • Farewell dinner

Trip Cost Excludes

  • Tips, drinks and Personal expenses
  • Meals except dinner

Detail Itinerary

Day Hike in Kathmandu to Shivapuri Hill

Day Hike in Kathmandu takes you to Shivapuri Hill, at an altitude 2,563 meters above sea level which is the second highest hill surrounding the Kathmandu Valley. In this trip you visit Budhanilkantha temple, Shivapuri Conservation Area, Nagi Gompa and Kopan Monastery, all of which are the popular tourist attraction spots nearby Kathmandu.

You will be picked up from your hotel in Kathmandu and drive to Shivapuri Hill, 9 kilometers north of Kathmandu. Here you will leave your car and start walk to the Budhanilkantha Temple that has a huge stone crafted image of Lord Vishnu resting atop a bed of serpents. Further we walk through Shivapuri Conservation area and visit the Nagi Gompa, a Buddhist monastery for nuns, and upon reaching the top of the hill we get to witness the picturesque view of snow-capped Himalayas surrounding the valley. From here, we hike downhill for about 2 hours and reach Kopan Monastery. After spending sometime in the quiet Buddhist atmosphere of monastery we will drive back to your hotel.

 

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Food during Day Hike in Kathmandu

Meals are on your own. Farewell dinner will be in the evening.

Best Months for Day Hike in Kathmandu

Any time of the year is suitable for this day hike. In June July August we will need raincoat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is the hike?

Its an easy walk in the hills of Kathmandu

Can I change the travel date after the trip is booked?

Do I get refund if I cancel the trip?

Yes, and it has to be in written and cancellation charges will apply according to Booking terms and conditions.

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    Rena

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    A hiking day in Kathmandu along with Kathmandu sightseeing tour was perfect. I loved that. My guide was brilliant with so much information about everything on the tour.

    July 6, 2023
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