Sundarijal: Climb into the Himalayan foothills on a trek that ramps up in altitude and scenery. You’ll hike up to the Shivapuri ridge and reach the Tamang settlement of Mulkharka (AKA Milkshake) at 1,895m — prime territory for a tea stop and big Kathmandu Valley views. After an included lunch, the trail winds through Shivapuri National Park, where pine, oak, and rhododendron forests take over. The trek finishes in Chisapani (2,300m), with an overnight lodge stay at altitude.
Chisapani: Set out on a scenic trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot, hiking for around three hours through changing hill landscapes. After roughly two hours on the trail, you’ll reach the settlement of Chauki Bhanjyang, where there’s time to rest and enjoy an included lunch. The route then continues through mid-hill villages and terraced farmland before climbing towards Nagarkot. The trek finishes at one of the Kathmandu Valley’s most popular hill stations, known for sweeping Himalayan views, deep valleys, and pine forest surroundings (AND sunset views not to be missed).
Nagarkot: Get your head in the clouds, literally. This mountaintop village is famed for its spellbinding sunsets and epic vistas of the Himalayas.
Nagarkot: People come from all over for this moment. As the sun lifts, the Himalayas slowly come into focus — layers of peaks catching the light while the valley below shifts from shadow to colour. It'd be a shame to miss it.
Nagarkot: Start early in Nagarkot with a sunrise over the Himalayas before breakfast. Then set out on a relaxed six-hour trek along forest trails and through mid-hill settlements, finishing in Dhulikhel — a traditional Newari town known for its mountain views and laid-back village feel.
Dhulikhel: Hike for around four hours through the Kathmandu Valley hills on a scenic trek from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha. The trail climbs to Kali Mandir, a hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, before descending through Kavre village, passing local shops and tea houses. From there, the route continues through the pine forests of Phulbari, finishing at Namobuddha (1,750m). Later, we'll drive back to Kathmandu.
Namobuddha: Namobuddha is one of Nepal’s most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, perched high on a peaceful hilltop at 1,750m. You’ll wander between shrines and stupas while hearing the powerful story of Prince Mahasattva, whose act of compassion — sacrificing himself to save a starving tigress and her cubs — is carved into stone right here. It’s a pause, a perspective shift, and one of those moments that stays with you long after the trek ends.
Dhulikhel: Hike for around four hours through the Kathmandu Valley hills on a scenic trek from Dhulikhel to Namobuddha. The trail climbs to Kali Mandir, a hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, before descending through Kavre village, passing local shops and tea houses. From there, the route continues through the pine forests of Phulbari, finishing at Namobuddha (1,750m). Later, we'll drive back to Kathmandu.
Namobuddha: Namobuddha is one of Nepal’s most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites, perched high on a peaceful hilltop at 1,750m. You’ll wander between shrines and stupas while hearing the powerful story of Prince Mahasattva, whose act of compassion — sacrificing himself to save a starving tigress and her cubs — is carved into stone right here. It’s a pause, a perspective shift, and one of those moments that stays with you long after the trek ends.
5 daysDuration
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48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Kathmandu, Nepal
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Wanna see the Himalayas on foot? Then this is the trip for you. Follow mountain trails through pine forests, terraced hillsides, and quiet villages as you trek between places like Chisapani, Nagarkot, Dhulikhel, and Namobuddha. Expect sunrise viewpoints, local tea stops, sacred hilltop sites, and long stretches where the Himalayas are your constant backdrop.
day 1Kathmandu to Chisapani via Sundarijal
Hello and welcome to Nepal! With no time to waste, we'll take in the magical mayhem of Kathmandu this morning, before driving up to Sundarijal, at a heady elevation of 1350m. Ready for the very first trek of the trip? Expect around 5 hours on the trail, winding through forest paths past a medieval reservoir and dam. Well pause at a local tea shop to refuel with a steaming cup and soak up sweeping valley views before lunch. Then its back on the move, heading deeper into Shivapuri National Park thick pine forest, oak, and rhododendron lining the way. By nightfall, well roll into our home base for the evening: Chisapani at 2125m. After an included dinner, it's time to rest and recharge for tomorrow.
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Lunch, Dinner
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Kathmandu, Sundarijal, Chisapani
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Chisapani Lodge (or similar)
day 2Chisapani to Nagarkot
day 3Nagarkot to Dhulikhel
day 4Dhulikhel to Kathmandu via Namobuddha
day 5Kathmandu
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