Nepal Trek and Temples
Kathmandu
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Want to see the unique beauty of the Nepalese Himalayas but don't want too much of an arduous hike? This might just be the trip for you. Starting and ending in Kathmandu, this will have you hiking up high everyday through National Parks, pine forests, mountainside towns, temples and pilgrimage sites, with plenty of golden sunsets and mesmerising Himalayan panoramas along the way. The route is designed to be accessible though, so you don't need to be a pro to take the challenge. As long as you're above average fitness you'll be trekking in no time.
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From 29/10/2024 to 19/04/2025
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4 Lunch (L)4 Breakfast (B)3 Dinner (D)Kathmandu: If you’re on the Delhi to Kathmandu Quest trip, you’ll have a Trip Manager with you.
For Nepal Trek & Temples and Nepal Trek Challenge there isn’t a Contiki Trip Manager because these treks are conducted by our trusted third party operator.
But don’t worry, you’ll still have an experienced local guide with you.
Kathmandu: Nepal Trek and Temples You don’t have to do any strenuous training for these treks.
But they definitely involve walking 3-6 hours a day on an average.
You’ll have a porter who’ll carry your backpacks and other essentials.
But since there isn’t any road access during the trek, you’ll have to finish the trek in its entirety once you start.
Nepal Trek Challenge We recommend that you consider some additional training before you join us at Nepal (unless you’re a seasoned hiker, of course).
Training to walk uphill is a good idea.
You’ll have a porter who’ll carry your backpacks and other essentials.
But since there isn’t any road access during the trek, you’ll have to finish the trek in its entirety once you start.
Delhi: You’ll be travelling through many types of weather.
So, don’t forget some essentials like a daypack and rucksack, plenty of t-shirts and trousers, comfortable hiking boots, jogging suits, and a good cap (or hat in the summer).
A warm jacket, some insect repellent, sun protection, woollen items, a good torch with batteries are essential too.
And also don’t forget to get a sleeping bag with inner liners for all those days you’ll spend camping in the Himalayas!: Climb to a Tamang village, stop for a cuppa and see epic views over Kathmandu Valley.
Then visit Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
Nagarkot: Start your day with an epic sunrise, then take a leisurely six-hour trek to a mountain village where you’ll meet Newari natives.
Nagarkot: Get your head in the clouds, literally.
This mountaintop village is famed for its spellbinding sunsets and epic vistas of the Himalayas.
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Itinerary
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Day 1 Rise and shine, our adventure begins today! We'll bond over included breakfast amidst the magical mayhem of Kathmandu this morning, before driving up to Sundarijal, at a heady elevation of 1350m. Our 5 hour trek begins! Beyond Sundarijal our trekking trail climbs continuously through forest to a medieval reservoir and a dam. A steep climb after that brings us up to 1550m, before we reach the top of the Shivapuri ridge, the first village on the trail with the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake at 1895m. We've all earned a little break at this stage, so visit one of the settlement's tea shops and relax with a cup as you enjoy a spectacular panorama over the Kathmandu Valley. We'll also enjoy an included lunch before setting off once more, towards the dense forestland of Shivapuri National Park. Awed by the beauty of the thickited pines, we'll hike through a forest of oak and rhododendron before finally reaching our destination for the night, our lodge in Chisapani, at a height of 2300m. After an included dinner, it's time to recharge for tomorrow.
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Day 2 There's nothing like some mountain views and the sounds of birdsong to get you out of bed in the morning. Our trek recommences after our included breakfast today as we head to Nagarkot from Chisapani which takes around 3 hours. After about 2 hours of pleasant walking, we reach the settlement of Chauki Bhanjyang where we can rest for a while and eat lunch. Then we'll make our way through stunning mid-hill villages and terraced farmlands to Nagarkot. Nagarkot is probably the most popular hill station around Kathmandu Valley, offering unique views of the majestic Himalayas, deep valleys, and lush pine forests. Best of all, the sunrise and sunset views from this exotic hilltop are probably the best in or around Kathmandu, and we'll make sure we don't miss the sunset today before we head to our lodge and turn in for the night after dinner.
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Day 3 We recommend rising before dawn today to absorb that magical sunrise from Nagarkot. Thousands of visitors throng to Nagarkot every year to witness this spectacle so it'd be shame to miss out on the golden sun stretching over the glittering Himalayas. After breakfast, our 6 hour trek begins. We'll walk along an easy trail that penetrates through dense community forests and small mid-hill settlements to Dhulikhel. After six hours of fairly leisurely hiking, we'll reach Dhulikhel, which boasts traditional Newari culture and natural delights. The views of the Northeastern Himalayas from here are utterly mesmerizing. After we've posed for some pictures and had dinner we'll retreat to our lodge for the night.
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Day 4 Our last day of hiking starts with another stunning sunrise view from Dhulikhel and another breakfast at our lodge. Our 4 hour trail today climbs up to the Kali Mandir - a temple dedicated to Goddess Kali - before dropping down to the village of Kavre and past a line of shops and tea houses. Through the pine woods of Phulbari we'll finally reach the hill of Namobuddha. Namobuddha rests at an elevation of 1750 m and is a sacred Buddhist Pilgrimage site. The shrines built in this lovely little hill mark a very ancient site where a legendary prince named Mahasattva offered to sacrifice himself to feed a starving Tigress with several young cubs. This legendary episode is depicted on a stone slab and placed right next to one of the holy Stupas on this hillside. After paying homage to Mahasattva, it's time to finish our trek and drive back to Kathmandu. Tonight we'll settle in for our last evening and swaps stories and photos of the adventure we've had.
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Day 5 After breakfast our adventure ends today back where we started. But we won't forget those Himalayan sunsets in a hurry.
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