Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour

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If you are looking for one of the best tour package that offers everything, including hiking, sightseeing, experiencing religion, and driving along the lovely path, the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour package would be perfect for you. Nagarkot viewpoint, located at an altitude of 2195 meters above sea level and about 32 kilometers far from Kathmandu, stands as one of the most scenic viewpoints in the Kathmandu Valley.

From the top of the Nagarkot Sunrise Viewpoint, you will not only be seeing sunrise but also several distant mountains and the Kathmandu Valley. the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour begins at around 4 to 4:30 A.M. as we need to reach the viewpoint before sunrise. Let us tell you that it takes about 1 and a half hours for us to reach the Nagarkot Viewpoint from Kathmandu city. After enjoying the sunrise view, the tour itinerary takes you for a short hike to the Changunarayan Temple. This temple, while holding significant religious values, also stands as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nepal.

Besides the sunrise view and religious exploration, the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour also takes you through several villages and bird-watching opportunities. You will be walking past some dense forests, traditional villages, and tea houses. Even though this is a one-day tour to Nagarkot and Changunarayan Temple, it is almost as adventurous as a trekking journey. In recent times, Nagarkot has been famous for both national and international tourists as a picnic spot.

We will let you learn more about the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour package further in the details. So, make sure to go through the entire package details.

Why Global Adventure Trekking?

Global Adventure Trekking stands as one of the highly chosen trekking and travel agencies in Nepal offering different packages for 25 years. With a team of professional travel planners, we make sure to curate highly safe, adventurous, and affordable trekking and tour packages in Nepal. Due to that reason, we also ensure maximum safety rate in both trek and tour packages.

Here are some more reasons that make Global Adventure Trekking a perfect choice for the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour:

  • The Global Adventure Trekking team ensures a high safety rate and is one of the most adventurous tours.
  • We arrange safety-ensured and properly checked private vehicles, driven by seasoned drivers with valid licenses.
  • The tour will be led by guides with proper knowledge and fluent spoken English to help you interact with the locals.
  • Our guides also carry a first-aid kit along with them to help you during emergencies and health issues.
  • As we are a locally established trekking and tour organizer in Nepal, 5% of our total income goes to the welfare of the rural parts of the country.
  • Global Adventure Trekking also supports and promotes responsible and sustainable tourism. This means that you will be in for one of the perfect tour journeys in Nepal.

Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour Highlights

  • Get to enjoy one of the most beautiful sunrise views visible from the closest distance from Kathmandu city.
  • Early morning hike along the Nagarkot to Changunarayan route.
  • Get some sneak peeks of sky-touching mountains from the Nagarkot viewpoint.
  • Delve deeper into the religious experience in the Changunarayan Temple.
  • Get chances to try out some mouth-watering local delicacies during the tour.
  • Learn so much more about both of the places visited as a part of this tour package.
  • Amazing drive within the Kathmandu valley in a private vehicle.

Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour Itinerary Outline

  • Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Nagarkot Viewpoint (1.5 hours drive)

Itinerary

If you are planning to go for this amazing Sunrise View Tour to Nagarkot, we present to you, the package with the most affordable and reasonable pricing options. However, the cost of the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour package might differ based on the number of people in the group.

Therefore, we recommend that travelers check out the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour package costs 2025 and 2026 in the table below before booking the package:

The Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour journey begins with a drive from your hotel to the Nagarkot viewpoint. We request the travelers to be ready at 4 to 4:30 A.M. because the guides from Global Adventure Trekking will pick you up in a private vehicle. From there, we go for a cool, early morning drive to the Nagarkot viewpoint, located around 32 kilometers far from Kathmandu. You will get off a little lower than the actual viewpoint and from there, you will climb short stairs to reach the top.

Take your time to watch the stars twinkling and the valley full of lights because it might take a little time for the sun to rise. After that, you will get to see the eastern sky getting golden and the sun slowly rising from the horizon. Along with that, the Nagarkot viewpoint also offers amazing views of different Himalayas and Himalayan ranges including, Mount Everest, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and many more. Our Nagarkot Sunrise Viewpoint Tour has not yet come to an end as we have one more significant place to visit.
Hike to Changunarayan Temple (3-4 hours hike) after breakfast

Once we finish taking some glances at sunrise from the viewpoint and having breakfast in Nagarkot, the Global Adventure Trekking guides will lead you on a short hike to the Changunarayan Temple. This temple is enlisted as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nepal. The route is mostly descending and takes us through several traditional villages, paddy fields, and forests. Within about 3 to 4 hours, you will find yourself on this route, and the travelers will find themselves in the Changunarayan Temple.
Upon reaching this significant location (Changunarayan Temple), you will sense a feeling of religious divinity along with the bells ringing around the temple area. Also, did you know that Changunarayan Temple is the oldest Hindu Temple in Nepal, dedicated to Lord Vishnu? After exploring the temple, we will have lunch and then our guides will drive you back to your hotel. With that, the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour comes to an end as you reach the hotel and get out of the vehicle.

Cost Details

Includes

  • Private vehicle pickup from hotel and drop to your hotel.
  • Professional and seasoned guide with a valid license and fluent spoken English.
  • Nagarkot and Changunarayan VDC entrance fees.
  • Changunarayan temple monuments sightseeing.
  • Salary and allowance for Guide. 
  • Mineral water for every tourist. (1 liter per person )

Excludes

  • All meals, including breakfast and lunch.
  • Tips for the guide and driver.
  • Personal hiking gear and other requirements.

Essential Information

What are the transportation facilities during the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour?

Reaching from Kathmandu to Nagarkot and Nagarkot to Kathmandu can be done in several ways. However, for this Sunrise View Tour to Nagarkot, Global Adventure Trekking will organize a private vehicle or tourist bus. The vehicle used in transportation depends upon the number of people involved in the touring group. If you have fewer people, we will arrange a private vehicle (taxi or van). However, if the number of people is high, we can also go for a tourist bus.

There are also several other ways to go to Nagarkot from Kathmandu, including cycling, hiking, and directly via taxi. However, with Global Adventure Trekking, you will take a private vehicle or tourist bus. Moreover, we also make sure that the vehicles are properly safety-checked. Furthermore, you will also be driven by experienced and seasoned drivers with a valid license. Therefore, it won't be wrong to say that with Global Adventure Trekking, you can expect highly safe and comfortable transportation facilities during the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour.

Difficulty Level of the Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple Hike

The Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple hiking is not a very difficult journey as we will only have to walk for about 3 to 4 hours. Basically, we will be walking below the altitude of 3000 meters which makes the environment and the route will be perfect for anyone who loves exploring by foot. Moreover, you will also find several tea houses and villages to help you grab some snacks and interact with the locals.
Due to all these reasons and mostly descending journeys, the Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple Hike will not be very difficult. Moreover, in cases of difficulties or health issues, our guides will also carry first-aid medical kits to help you with minor treatments.

Preparing and packing for the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour

If you want to go for the sunrise view tour to Nagarkot, preparation might not be very technical. However, it is always better to prepare to some extent regardless of the tour you go for. Let us help you with some important preparation and packing tips for the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour with a hike to Changunarayan Temple:

  • Make sure to do some research, especially about the religious significance of the Changunarayan Temple.
  • As this tour also requires 2-3 hours of walking, we recommend the tourists keep themselves physically fit and flexible.
  • Pack light but pack smart. Make sure that you pack your bag as per the season you choose to go for this tour.
  • Carry an extra amount of cash (preferably NPR) so that you can use it during the tour to buy different stuff.
  • Wear light and fast-drying clothes so that it will be easy while hiking.
  • Make sure to wear comfortable sports shoes with a spongy base. This can help you walk comfortably.
  • Remember to recheck all the documents and passes before heading out to the tour.
  • Try understanding more about the tour destinations by reading different blogs and articles and checking out different videos.
  • While on the tour, we recommend everyone to ask as many questions as possible to make yourself clear about the destinations.

How to Book the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour Package with GAT?

Booking any travel or tour package is very easy with Global Adventure Trekking as we have developed just the perfect website for you. With our feature-pack website, you will experience the easiest way to book the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour Package. To book the package, just scroll to the top of this package details, check the number of people along with the price, and then click on the BOOK THIS TRIP button.

Also, please remember that you will have to pay 10% in advance to confirm the package with us. Besides, if you have any questions or queries regarding the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour package or our services, you can frankly connect with us via WhatsApp or Viber at +977 9841527688 (Rajan Dahal). Our team will be ready to assist all the travel and tour enthusiast to reach their dream destination and experience some adventures.

FAQs

It is a scenic tour that allows travelers to witness a beautiful sunrise from the hilltop of Nagarkot, followed by a hike to the historic Changunarayan Temple.

Nagarkot is located about 32 kilometers (20 miles) east of Kathmandu, which is approximately a 1.5 to 2-hour drive.

The best time to go is from October to April when the weather is clear and you can enjoy the stunning views.

You can expect to see panoramic views of the Himalayas, including peaks like Mount Everest, Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and more, bathed in golden light.

The hike takes around 3 to 4 hours, depending on your pace and stops along the way.

The hike is moderate in difficulty, with some uphill and downhill sections, but it is suitable for most people with average fitness.

You can certainly visit both of these places on your own. However, exploring with a guide can help you interact with the locals. Moreover, guides can also make different arrangements throughout the tour.

Yes, the tour is suitable for families with children and people of varying fitness levels. Whether you have children or elderly parents, we recommend you take them on this tour.

If you are going for the Nagarkot Sunrise View Tour during the winter season, we recommend you wear warm clothes. However, in other seasons, you can go for lightweight clothes. Besides, remember to put on comfortable hiking shoes.

Nagarkot sits at an altitude of about 2,195 meters (7,201 feet) above sea level.

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