NEPAL TREK AND TEMPLES
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 mesmerizing 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 are above-average fitness you'll be trekking in no time. Participants must be able to walk 5-7 hours per day (with frequent rest and photo stops). There will be a porter to carry your luggage, so you only need to carry your backpack and water bottle.
You will stay in hillside lodges typical of the environment with all the facilities you require to be an adventurer, but one who can still enjoy some comfort. Rooms are all twin-share, with communal facilities.
For the mesmerizing view of the towering Himalayas, the best seasons to trek in are autumn (October and November) or in spring (April and May). February to early April is the so-called burning season, when forest fires and smoke from “slash-and-burn” farming across Nepal’s southern plains create a haze in the valley.
The temperature will range from 10-20 degrees Celsius in the cooler months and 16-25 degrees Celsius in the warmer months.
TAKE AN INCREDIBLE trek up the Kathmandu valley uncovering Nepalese culture and holy sites
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The adventure begins with breakfast in Kathmandu before driving up to Sundarijal where you’ll begin a 5-hour trek through forests to the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake. Witness spectacular panoramas over the Kathmandu Valley as you enjoy lunch before setting off once more, towards the dense forestland of Shivapuri National Park.
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There's nothing like some mountain views and the sounds of birdsong to get you out of bed in the morning. Your trek recommences through Chisapani to Nagarkot — which takes around 3 hours. Visit the settlement of Chauki Bhanjyang where you can rest for a while and eat lunch. Then make your way through stunning mid-hill villages and terraced farmlands to Nagarkot.
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Through stunning mid-hill villages and terraced farmlands, today’s trek takes you to the most popular hill station around Kathmandu Valley. Nagarkot offers incredible vistas of the majestic Himalayas, deep valleys, and lush pine forests. Best of all, the hilltop sunrise and sunset views are the best in or around Kathmandu!
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Rise before dawn to absorb that magical sunrise stretching over the glittering Himalayas. After breakfast, your 6-hour trek on a leisurely trail begins. Hike through dense community forests and small mid-hill settlements to Dhulikhel, which boasts traditional Newari culture and natural delights. The views of the Northeastern Himalayas from here are absolutely mesmerizing.
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Your last day of hiking starts with another stunning sunrise view from Dhulikhel. Today’s 4-hour trail climbs up to the Kali Mandir Temple before dropping down to the village of Kavre and past a line of shops and tea houses. Through the pine woods of Phulbari you'll finally reach the hill of Namobuddha — the sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site. After visiting the shrines of this very ancient place, it's time to finish your trek and drive back to Kathmandu.
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Spend your last evening swapping stories and photos of the adventure you've had. The trip ends, back where you started, with breakfast in Kathmandu before you head home, or on to your next adventure!
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trekKING up the Kathmandu valley
This adventure will take you into the dense forestland of Shivapuri National Park, through sprawling settlements and terraced farmland, past spectacular panoramas over the Kathmandu Valley. You’ll witness sunrises and sunsets of the sparkling majestic Himalayas and visit sacred temples along the way. It’s a trip you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Nepalese culture and holy sites
Discover the traditional Newari culture of Dhulikhel, visit the Kali Mandir — a temple dedicated to the fiery Hindu Goddess Kali. Then, experience the Buddhist pilgrimage shrines at the site of the fabled sacrifice of Mahasattva at Namobuddha.
FOOD FOR THE SOUL
You can’t experience traditional Nepalese culture without trying momos — the best dumplings in the world! Filled with seasoned meat or vegetables, steamed and served with a side of chutney or a thick, soupy sauce made with tomatoes, chili peppers, and cilantro - these dumplings will burst open in the mouth and fill the nostrils with sharp, floral, warm, and earthy spices. They’re sure to warm your bones after a long, invigorating hike!
What to pack
While there will be porters to carry your luggage, there is a weight limit of 30 lbs. You will require your own sleeping bag, towel and hiking boots - try to pack light with lots of layers. You can purchase hiking equipment in Kathmandu the night before the start of your trek — an option many hikers take so that they don’t need to travel with their hiking equipment if they are traveling before or after their trek.
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