Destination: Nepal
Transportation: Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus
Max. Altitude: 2000m
Show AllNagarkot is one of the best panoramic mountain view point with beautiful villages. Nagarkot is a former Village Development Committee located 32 km east of Kathmandu, Nepal in Bhaktapur District in the Baghmati Zone and as of 2015 part of Mahamanjushri-Nagarkot Municipality. At the time of the 2011 census it had a population of 4571 and had 973 houses in it. At an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur District. Nagarkot is a place where you can clear your mind and energize your spirit in the fresh mountain air. It is known for a sunrise view of the Himalayas including Mount Everest as well as other peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal, breathtaking views of majestic Himalayas, rolling hills, deep valleys, lush pine forest in a quaint rural atmosphere. Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley. The scenic beauty of the place makes it a very popular hiking route for tourists. It is located approximately 7000 ft (2000 m) above sea level and 28 km from Kathmandu International Airport.
Nagarkot commands one of the broadest views of the Himalayas in the Kathmandu valley (8 Himalayan ranges of Nepal out of 13 from here). The ranges include Annapurna range, Manaslu range, Ganesh himal range, Langtang range, Jugal range,Rolwaling range, Mahalangur range (Everest range) and Numbur range with views of the Kathmandu valley and Shivapuri National Park.
Situated in a strategic location, Nagarkot was an ancient fort of the Kathmandu valley built to monitor the external activities of other kingdoms. Later, it became a summer retreat for the royal family before becoming popular as an international hill station.
Day 01Drive to Sakhu and Start hiking to Nagarkot then drive back to KathmanduIn the morning after breakfast at Hotel start a Nagarkot day tour with a short drive to Sankhu. On the way, we will enjoy with watching rice fields, forests and meadow fields. After lunch at Nagarkot Hotel, we will start exploring the spectacular view of Himalayas and sunset from Nagarkot view point. we drive back to Kathmandu in the evening.
All ground transportation by private vehicle
English speaking guide including his meals and salary
Government taxes and office service charge
Foods and accommodation in Kathmandu/Nagarkot
Tips for guide and driver
Above day tour itinerary can be Change along your preferences. Please let us know if you would like to do more activities in Nepal . And if you would like to stay more days, you can do white water rafting, jungle safari or Everest mountain flight, we are happy to follow your suggestion accordingly.
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