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Nagarkot Sunrise Tour

Sunrise over the Himalaya, an hour from Kathmandu.

  • 3 daysDuration
  • EasyLevel
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Overview

Sunrise over the Himalaya, an hour from Kathmandu.

An excellent overnight trip to admire the panoramic view of the valley, the magnificence of the mountains, and to relax in a breathtaking surrounding.

Incredible Views

Expect to see beautiful landscapes, thick pine forests, villages, and Himalayan ranges.

Sunrise

One of the most scenic spot renowned for its sunrise view over the Himalayas.

Hiking

Hike through terrace hills and forests for absolutely incredible natural views.

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Itinerary

3 days, airport to airport
  1. Day 1Travel to Nagarkot

    Early in the morning, you will be traveling to Nagarkot, either on a tourist bus or our SUV.

  2. Day 2Enjoy the tour

    We'll wake up early in the morning to drive to the top of the mountain to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas. After that, we'll head back to the hotel for breakfast. Then you'll have your choice of how you want to spend the rest of the day. Either hike around to enjoy the lush jungles and mountain sights or relax in a cafe or get a massage.

  3. Day 3Return to Kathmandu

    We'll depart early in the morning to make the trip back to Kathmandu in a tourist bus or our private SUV. Like our itinerary? Or do you want to customize it? Dream up something epic with our travel coordinators.

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Map

Kathmandu to Nagarkot
1KathmanduDays 1, 3 · 1,400 m
2NagarkotDays 1–2 · 2,175 m
Line map of the route through Kathmandu, Nagarkot, with the real contour lines of the land around it.
  1. 1KathmanduDays 1, 3 · Ethico Retreat, Patan · 1,400 m
  2. 2NagarkotDays 1–2 · 2,175 m

The route follows the itinerary day by day. Flights are dotted lines. Contours every 100 m, traced from real elevation data (Terrain Tiles on AWS: SRTM and others). Roads, places, districts, water and landmarks © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Photos

2 photos from the trip, as a slideshow
Farmers harvesting a rice field
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A tour jeep parked on a hilltop above the valley
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What's included

9 things included, 8 to plan yourself

Included

  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • 4 nights in a private room at Ethico Retreat, with breakfast
  • Orientation with your guide
  • A Kathmandu city tour
  • All private transport on the tour
  • All meals and lodging on the tour
  • Guide fees
  • National park fees
  • Government taxes and trekking permits

Not included

  • International flights to and from Nepal
  • Nepal visa (on arrival for most nationalities)
  • Travel insurance
  • Porters to carry bags (can be added for a fee)
  • Personal costs such as laundry, a SIM card and charging at teahouses
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Meals in Kathmandu not listed above
  • Extra day adventures in or near Kathmandu
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Services

Airport pickup, Ethico Retreat, your local guide and add-ons

Airport pickup and drop-off

Someone from our team meets you when you land and sees you off when you leave.

Ethico Retreat, your base in Patan

A clean, quiet guesthouse with The Brewtable café downstairs, before and after your trip.

A local guide

Every Empact trip is led by local guides who know the culture and the land.

Transport, permits and fees

Drives, park fees, taxes and permits are arranged for you.

Add to your trip

  • PortersAvailable for a fee, so you walk with just a daypack.
  • Heli ToursFly to the big mountains in a day, no trekking needed.See trip
  • RaftingWhite water on Nepal's mountain rivers.See trip
  • Bungee JumpingA leap over a Himalayan river gorge.See trip

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