9 Day Hikes in Kathmandu Worth Booking

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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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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3.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $10

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan, and enjoy transport and lunch for a low-cost Kathmandu day trip.

“Anon and his driver picked me up on time. During the tour, he is very helpful and look after us well. The sunrise and the hike worth getting up before the crack of dawn.”

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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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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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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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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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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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9.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $85

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot through Tamang villages, and finish at historic Changunarayan on a private day tour.

“Unfortunately, due to bad weather this tour was not possible. My guide (Ghan) was helpful and supportive and offered an alternative. I still had a great day.”

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