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Length
5 Days
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Starts in
Kathmandu (Nepal)
Ends in
Kathmandu (Nepal)
Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 31, 2026 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Contiki sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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Language
English
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$807.36
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Overview
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.
The following are Nepal Trek and Temples tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Pricing Type: Double Occupancy
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TuesdayMar 31, 2026
SaturdayApr 4, 2026
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$807.36
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(Departure #20260331)
Tour Itinerary
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Rise and shine, our adventure begins today! We'll take in 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.
Meals Included:
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodations:A conveniently located hotel
Day 2
Chisapani to Nagarkot
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 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.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodations:Hiking Lodge (or similar)
Day 3
Nagarkot to Dhulikhel
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.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Accommodations:Hiking Lodge (or similar)
Day 4
Dhulikhel to Kathmandu via Namobuddha
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.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Accommodations:Hotel Shanker (or similar)
Day 5
Kathmandu
After breakfast our adventure ends today back where we started. But we won't forget those Himalayan sunsets in a hurry.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
More Details
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Travelers Notes
* DAY 1: Trip starts in Kathmandu at 08:00. Guests to arrive into Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). It is not recommended to book flights arriving on the first day of the trip. Pre night is recommended in Kathmandu. * DAY 5: Trip ends in Kathmandu at 09:00. Guests to depart from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).* TRANSFERS: Private chargeable arrival transfers are available from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM). Transfers will operate per flight information details on the first day of the trip. Transfers can be booked on a single or twin basis. Twin transfers require two passengers traveling together on the same reference number and arrival flight. Departure transfers are not available. * NEPAL: USA passport holders require a visa for Nepal. The visa can be obtained upon arrival. * IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice.* LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Luggage is restricted to 1 backpack per guest (maximum of 33lbs/15Kg). Refer to trip documents for any exceptions.* PLEASE NOTE: This trek is considered to be a soft trek option involving easy walking for 6-7 hours a day. You should be in good health to walk uphill and upstairs without assistance. * GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated on behalf of Contiki by our trusted third party supplier, Travelscope India, and led by one of their Trip Managers too.
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