Nagarkot Sunrise: Himalayan Views and Hike

Experience the majestic Himalayan views from Kathmandu on a Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike to Changu Narayan tour. Witness mesmerizing sunrise over the Himalayas and explore the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nagarkot Nature Trail - The private guide will pick up travelers from their hotel at 4:15 am for a picturesque 90-minute drive to Nagarkot. The journey includes passing through quaint towns, lush forests, winding roads, and charming teahouses, all while enjoying distant mountain views.
    Located about 24 miles from Kathmandu, Nagarkot stands at an…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Personal guide
  • Mineral water
  • Changu Narayan Entrance fee
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Meals & Drinks
  • Gratuities for Guide/Driver.
Additional Information

The Nagarkot Sunrise and Changu Narayan hike tour transports you to the stunning Nagarkot hill, elevating at 2,195 meters. The peak offers captivating views of the sunrise over the majestic Himalayan range. Immerse yourself in the mountain’s fresh breeze and the panoramic Himalayan scenery during an intimate 7-8 hour tour commencing from Kathmandu,…

Location
Nagarkot Nature Trail
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Pioneer298858
Oct 28, 2025
Excellent and superb experience with Shankar and Sujen. - We are very pleased with our tour guide and driver . Shanker is very respectful, knowledgeable, kind, friendly and most of all, went above and beyond his duties as a guide. We will highly recommend Shanker to our friends and families. Sujan took us to all our destinations safely and promptly. Sujan is also friendly and kind. Both Shanker and Sujan made our experience in Nagarkot and Suspension bridge unforgettable and very memorable that will last a lifetime.
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Norbert_w
Oct 21, 2025
Great sunrise and hike experience - Razz (our guide) was professional and helpful guiding us throughout the tour. He was knowledgeable and answered all our questions. The tour itself was a nice program, make sure you wear jacket for the sunrise as it can get pretty cold and windy. The hike is pretty easy and it gets pretty warm later on.
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Bob
Oct 18, 2025
Exciting sunrise at Nagarkot followed by a chill hike exploring mountain villages and temples - Although it meant waking up very early, this tour was a chill way to experience local life in the hills of Kathmandu Valley. After an hour-long predawn drive from our hotel to Nagarkot, we were rewarded by a spectacular sunrise over the mountains. The vibe was exciting and the views were amazing. Next we stopped for some local tea with another beautiful view. After tea we began a moderately easy hike down the mountain ridge path, stopping at Buddha Peace Park and ending up at Changu Narayan Temple. Along the way, we encountered farming villages, forest paths, and welcoming Nepali people. From the early morning pickup at our hotel, our guide, Razz (pronounced like Raj with a z), welcomed us and made our morning hike an educational and inspiring experience. I strongly recommend our guide, Razz, and the sunrise tour for a great morning adventure.
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Journey33220745088
Sep 7, 2025
RAZZ as a guide - RAZZ was a very nice and friendly guide. He was very professional. Thank you for this great experience!! We liked the tour.
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Ieva
May 11, 2025
An unforgettable day in Himalays - Unforgettable Sunrise & Scenic Trek – A Truly Magical Experience! This was one of the most memorable experiences of our trip! Watching the sunrise over the majestic Himalayan peaks was absolutely breathtaking – a moment of peace and wonder we’ll never forget.
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P3406rfstephaniec
May 1, 2025
Lovely trip to Nagarkot and Changu Narayan - While the weather was a bit trying (fog and rain), the tour of Changu Narayan and hike were lovely and the guide, Pramila, and the driver were excellent. Pramila provided excellent commentary and is very knowledgable about Nepal, the Kathmandu Valley and Hindu lore.
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181dikshat
Apr 24, 2025
Fun adventure - We had a great trip with Pramila as our guide. She was knowledgeable about the area and made sure we were cared for. Highly recommend her as a guide.
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Pedro_f
Mar 25, 2025
Beautiful experience - I had a great time with our guide. Even though we had to wake up very early to watch the sunrise, it was definitely worth it. The hike is more of a walk, but it’s interesting to see how local people live in their communities and to escape the chaotic pace of Kathmandu.
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Sunshine47816380338
Mar 23, 2025
Nagarkot Asahi Viewing Tour - Hilton Kathmandu picked me up at 4:40am and I joined Sunrise and Changnarayan tour in Nagarkot with my son. The sunrise was beautiful, but unfortunately the Himalayas were not clear with clouds. This is luck. The guide had studied in Japan for three years and spoke a little Japanese. He was very gentle and detailed, though modest in personality. I learned a lot from hearing about the village I came from, about the time of the great earthquake, and about the civil war. This was my first time using a tour on TripAdvisor, and thanks to you, the trip to Kathmandu was so fulfilling and I am grateful to the travel agency and the guide here (I wish I had heard their names). Thank you very much.
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Tommyj884
Mar 19, 2025
Excellent hike with Himalayan views - Subash was a brilliant guide from start to finish, and he gave very good explanations of the areas we hiked through in excellent English. The views of the Himalayas at sunrise were amazing, and it was fascinating to walk through local villages, see the valleys and explore the Hindu temple at changu Narayan at the end. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to get a glimpse of the Himalayas, rural life and Nepali culture.
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).