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15 Day Hikes in Kathmandu Worth Booking

31 tours  ·  from $4 a head

Good day hikes in Kathmandu fill up weeks ahead in October and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu - Breakfast in Nagarkot, at your own cost
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Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

1.Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · from $45Our pick

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike through villages and forests, and visit Changu Narayan on a practical day trip from Kathmandu.

“Please note that there is, in fact, a considerable amount of uphill walking included with this tour. The itinerary states the walk is downhill, but that isn't strictly correct. However, thank you for an enjoyable half day tour. My guide Ananta was extremely helpful and informative. I was picked up on time and enjoyed being transported in a very comfortable vehicle. The driver was very good and provided an excellent service. I thought I had booked a seat on a group tour, but this turned out to be a private tour, so I had the full attention of the guide. Ananta was always closeby to offer a stabilising arm if…”

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Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu - Nagarkot View Tower and the mountain panorama
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Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

2.Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $35

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas at Nagarkot, then hike through villages and pine forest to UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan from Kathmandu.

“This is not a hike. It’s walking thru regular roads which were dusty and rough. There’s no walking trail. The local travel organiser was disorganised. He came late and we missed the sunrise. Driver did not know the route and we got lost in the mountains. The guide was a nice individual, other than that Overall bad experience.”

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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch - Private/Group - Nagarkot View Tower before dawn
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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

Kathmandu: Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch - The drive from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel
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Kathmandu: Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch

4.Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 5 hours - 2 days · from $4

Hike from Dhulikhel to sacred Namobuddha Monastery for Himalayan views, Newari villages, lunch, and an optional overnight stay.

“I booked a tour from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha day hike. I was the only person who sing for this book. They informed me a day before tour that it is not include hike but they organised it in same price which i was really glad. Prakash was my guied. He came with his daughter. He is helpful and friendly and make my day comfortable. It was wonderful hike with gorgeous scenery of Himalayas. Don't hesitate to book with this folk😊🙏”

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11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu - Day 3, 3,300 stone steps to Ghorepani
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11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

5.11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $1,300

Review of an 11-day Annapurna Base Camp trek from Kathmandu, with Poon Hill, hot springs, mountain views, guides, meals, price, and practical tips.

“I have an excellent experience with my guide Raju and my porter Sandesh! Highly recommended to everyone for joining trekking tours through here!! My guide did good planning and made good care of me😀. Also glad to have many informaRead more”

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Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu - Walking through villages and countryside
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Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

6.Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $95

Hike from Changu Narayan through rural Nepal to Nagarkot, with Himalayan views, private transport, a guide, and sunset time.

“This is an amazing hiking tour! The tour guide Mr. Subash showed the courtesy and friendliness all the way, and provided information and stories about Nepal along the journey. The route is superb to be able to walk pass the villages, jungle etcRead more”

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From Kathmandu: Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha - Arriving at Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery
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From Kathmandu: Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha

7.Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $5

Review of the private Namo Buddha day hike from Kathmandu, with Dhulikhel, monastery views, village paths, lunch, transport, and practical tips.

“Very nice hike and Namobuddha was an interesting sight to see. I was unlucky with the weather on the day as it was very cloudy but there would have been some amazing views to see from Namobuddha. I had a great day and I recommend it”

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Kathmandu: Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch - From Thamel to Muhan Pokhari
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Kathmandu: Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch

8.Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day · from $3Cheapest here

Hike Shivapuri National Park from Kathmandu for Himalayan views, forest trails, birds, waterfalls, lunch, and a private guide.

“We booked the hike at 8 am and were picked up by the driver and guide at 10 am, same day. So that worked out very smoothly. During the drive we got lots of info about the area which was nice. The hike itself was fun with the toughest part being the start. I would recommend it to others as well, especially with a guide as it is easy to get lost on the way. We met several people that asked our guide for directions. The hike was scheduled for 4 hours but we did it in 2 hours and 30 minutes with a good pace. Lunch was included but…”

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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu - Nagarkot View Tower and the first light
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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu

Full-day Private Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike - The 4:15 AM drive to Nagarkot
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Full-day Private Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike

10.Full-day Private Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $75

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to Telkot, and return to Kathmandu with a private guide in one active day.

“Despite the clouds covering the mountains views, it was still a lovely experience to have and the pickup and dropoff went without any problems. The day hike was interesting too, as got to see spots that weren't typical tourist spots and were very much hidden. Well worth doing if you are in Kathmandu!”

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Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Day Tour via Panauti from Kathmandu - Leaving Kathmandu for Khopasi and Panauti
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Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Day Tour via Panauti from Kathmandu

11.Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Day Tour via Panauti from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $70

Hike from Panauti to sacred Namobuddha Monastery with a private guide, hill views, local culture, hotel transfers, and a 6-hour escape from Kathmandu.

“The guide has such a passion for local Nepalese culture and encourages new experiences on the tour. He even spontaneously organised me to cook lunch (dal bhat) with the locals! I loved doing something for a day that was outside Read more”

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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike - The pre-dawn drive from Kathmandu, Lalitpur, or Bhaktapur
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Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike

12.Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13 reviews · 7 hours · from $50

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, enjoy breakfast above Nagarkot, then hike through villages and terraced fields to Telkot from Kathmandu.

“Szuper élmény! Az idegenvezetőnk profi és nagyon kedves volt. A napfelkelte csodálatos volt, a túra egyszerűen felejthetetlen élményeket adott. Beleláttunk az emberek hétköznapi életébe. A túra végén a drótkötélhídon is átkelhettünk.”

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Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu - Riding the Chandragiri cable car to 2,520 meters
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Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

13.Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $90

Review of the Chandragiri to Taudaha hike near Kathmandu, with cable-car views, forest trails, lunch, guide details, cost, and practical tips.

“The cable car ride to the top was amazing. We took the forest trek down to outskirts of Kathmandu. It is indeed for experienced trekkers but enjoyable nevertheless.”

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Nagarkot (2175m) Sunrise and Day Hike to Changunarayan Temple - Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail
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Nagarkot (2175m) Sunrise and Day Hike to Changunarayan Temple

14.Nagarkot (2175m) Sunrise and Day Hike to Changunarayan Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $85

Watch sunrise over Himalayan ranges at Nagarkot, hike through Nepali villages, visit Changunarayan Temple, and return to Kathmandu in one day.

“I am glad that i signed up for this tour, the sunrise was sureal (despite the freezing cold weather) and the hike was the best part- passing through villages, it was calming and amazing birds eye view. Highly recommended, also, make sure have some cash for the tip (for guide and driver).”

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Nagarkot day hiking and Bhaktapur sightseeing - Walking Through Telkot And Village Nepal
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Nagarkot day hiking and Bhaktapur sightseeing

15.Nagarkot day hiking and Bhaktapur sightseeing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $95

Hike from ancient Changu Narayan to Nagarkot, then explore Bhaktapur’s temples and squares on a private full-day Nepal tour.

“Seven days best of Nepal tour , Great and amazing time in Nepal with dada bishnu pandey and driver Suresh. Thank you dada for amazing time with us. We hope to meet soon in Nepal or in Bangladesh.”

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