Kathmandu Valley Trek
Experience Overview
Travel to Nepal and enjoy a four-day adventure through some of the spectacular countryside surrounding Kathmandu. Trek from Shivapuri to Bhaktapur and meet with monks, watch a spectacular sunrise and explore medieval towns, always in view of the vast Himalayas. Along the way, stay in simple yet comfortable teahouses, and get an up-close look at Nepalese life.
Highlights
- Take a Short Break Adventure in Nepal that focuses on low-altitude hikes, rewarding with views of the Himalayas, Shivapuri National Park and sunrise in Nagakot.
- Explore the beautiful Kathmandu Valley on foot and visit Changu Narayan – the oldest temple in Nepal!
- See the many historic and holy sites of Nepal and discover the cultural roots of the Nepalese people with locals who know best.
- Gain an insight into what local life is like in the rural areas of Nepal outside Kathmandu.
- Get a taste of trekking in Nepal without the long commitment and high altitudes of an Everest Base Camp trek, enjoying diverse styles of accommodation and the ability to see all the different aspects of life in Nepal.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2149
Tour Type:
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: HNAK
Starts: Kathmandu/Sundarijal to Chisapani trek, Nepal
Finishes: Bhaktapur - Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration: 4 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Demanding
Includes
Accommodation: Guesthouse (1 nightt),Hotel (1 night),Teahouse (1 night)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $795 ($199 /day)
Itinerary
Namaste! Welcome to Nepal. Your Short Break Adventure begins straight away at Hotel Marshyangdi at 8.30 am. Drive to the outskirts of Kathmandu to Sundarijal. When you arrive, you’ll head out for your first hike, starting with a long flight of steps. Follow the water pipeline to the entrance of the Shivapuri National Park, passing the water reservoir. Continue up more stairs to the strung-out village of Mulkharka. After a simple lunch at one of the wayside shops, you’ll pass an abandoned school and head into the woods. The shade will bring some welcome relief, and with weather on your side, you'll get your first glimpse of the mountains. Emerging out of the woods, you’ll make your way to your guesthouse in Chisapani.
Included Activities:
- Sundarijal to Chisapani trek
Accommodation:
- Teahouse (Number of Nights: 1)
It’s a long walking day today through beautiful countryside, including Shivapuri National Park – home to over 300 species of birds as well as rarely sighted bears, leopards and several species of deer. You’ll hike through settlements, lush vegetation and dirt tracks today, uphill and downhill to Nagarkot. When you arrive, enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the Himalayas.
Included Activities:
- Shivapuri National Park
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Relish the sunrise view over the distant Himalayas that Nagarkot has built its reputation on. After breakfast, hike downhill to visit the oldest temple in Nepal – Changu Narayan. Legend suggests a temple has been on this spot since 325 AD. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple is revered by Hindu's all over Nepal. Continue by public bus along a scenic route through terraced paddy fields, villages and pine forests to the medieval town of Bhaktapur. This afternoon, wander the cobble stone streets of this 'city of devotees' and maybe try a delicious bowl of homemade yoghurt (a local specialty) before watching the comings and goings in ancient Durbar Square.
Included Activities:
- Bhaktapur - Changu Narayan Temple
- Bhaktapur - Leader-led walking tour
- Bhaktapur - Durbar Square
- Changunarayan Temple to Bhaktapur by public bus
- Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple trek
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
You have a free morning to explore Bhaktapur at your own pace before returning to Kathmandu. Your Short Break Adventure comes to an end in Kathmandu at approximately 1 pm this afternoon. No accommodation is included tonight, but if you’d like to extend your stay, just get in touch with your booking agent.
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Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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