Nepal Tour with Shivapuri Hiking is a short and easy walking trekking route near Kathmandu which is best for the beautiful experience of the mesmerizing nature and stimulating sightsee. It is suitable for trekking for all type of people as it is safe and near to the capital.

Shivapuri is a protected as the National park near Kathmandu valley to the north. Hiking to Shivapuri Hill offers scenic superb ranges Himalaya ranges of Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Rolwaling and Far East side of the Everest. The viewpoint is situated at an altitude of 2563m above the sea level. Shivapuri is recognized as the second highest hill around Kathmandu. People do this hiking for pilgrimage and also for looking for rare and endanger birds. This tour takes about 30 min drive to the starting point and after finished the entry formalities start to walk first one and half hour to Nangi Gompa, it is a nunnery monastery. The path leads you precipitously ascend through the lush Rhododendron, Bamboo, and Oak etc.

Highlights of Nepal Tour with Shivapuri Hiking

Enjoy the Admirable Himalayan view,
Visit local farming,
Visit Traditional Village & houses,
Bird watching & Some wild animals,
Experience of short walking and Kathmandu valley view,
Walking in the Shivapuri forest

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Nepal Tour with Shivapuri Hiking trails goes along the Forest most of the time and some cheery forest up to the Gompa called Nangi Gompa. After reaching this Gompa the trail goes still up to oak. This area is really peaceful and stress reliving with the green Bamboo and Rhododendron Trees. The main objectives of Shivapuri hiking trip are to explore real life of Nepali rural village and the Culture, Custom and life style of the people living there. Shivapuri Hiking Tour also give the experiencing the closer view of the local Farming, Snow Cap Mountains views, Wild Animal within a very short time. Shivapuri hiking is also suitable for all kind of trekkers as it is easy and near to the capital. If you are simply fit, then you can also make it within a few hours.

Shivapuri Hiking is possible in all the months of year but spring and autumn are considered as the best. These seasons offers best scenario over a clear sky and tolerable temperature. This easy hike near Kathmandu Valley is suitable for all the trekkers throughout the world with normal fitness and interest of hiking in Nepal Himalayas.

Day 1

Arrival to TIA airport. Pick up from there then check in to hotel in Kathmandu Upon arrival in Kathmandu.

Our team member will be waiting outside the airport terminal a few meters from the exit door. Please check your name at Show card. He will bring you to hotel in Kathmandu. The drive from the airport to the hotel is around 20 minutes. After refreshment, we will brief your plan more visibly.

Day 2

Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, your tour guide will be introduced. He will guide you through the Heritage Sites of Kathmandu. An easy, relaxing day in a comfortable ride with a local guide will uncover totally different perspective of Kathmandu. Those are the pointed place to see, Pasupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Day 3

Kakani to Shivapuri (2729m) approximately 4 to 5 hours

you will have to drive to Kakani and start the hike at 9 am from there to Shivapuri (2729m), the highest point of our trek. The panoramic view of the mountains like Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang Range, Mt. Dorje Lakpa Mt. Shishapangma, Mt. Gaurishankar and many more from the top of Shivapuri is simply awe inspiring. Standard hotel will serve the lodges and food.

Day 4

Shivapuri to Chisapani (2194m) approximately 6 to 7 hours,

we wake up early in the morning to see the sun rise over the snowcapped mountains. After the breakfast, we start our trek to Chisapani (2194m). We walk for about four hours to Chisapani. The views of mountains from this point are spectacular. Overnight at Guesthouse, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Day 5

Chisapani to Nagarkot (2195m) approximately 6 hours,

Today we start our trek to Nagarkot (2175m). Nagarkot is very well known for its fantastic mountain views. It is so close from Kathmandu- just an hours’ drive from the city yet it is far from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The sunrise and sunset view from this point is fabulous. With fresh air and peaceful atmosphere, Nagarkot is a place to relax your mind and body. It is an opportunity to escape the hectic hours of life to experience the beauty of nature, the beauty of Nepal.

Day 6

Nagarkot to Dhulikhel (1440m) approximately 5 hours,

we wake up early for the sun rise view. After the glorious sunrise, we have our breakfast and get ready for a hiking to Dhulikhel. We have to follow the jungle trail, off road, fine road then we will reach to banepa after that Dhulikhel. An impressive vista of the snowy central Himalayas is visible in the backdrop of the gentle hills. Dhulikhel offers some of the splendid views of towering mountains. It can also be an opportunity to get some insights about local, their lifestyle and old Newari culture.

Day 7

Dhulikhel to Panauti (1400m) and then to Kathmandu

we will walk Dhulikhel to Panauti approximately 2 hours. Panauti is a Newari village stuck between the Punyamata and Roshi streams that forms the shape of a triangle with a serpent statue standing at each of its three corners to protect the village from floods. The three-tied Indreshwor Mahadev adds to the glory of this place. It is believed that the structure was raised there in 1294 AD, making it the oldest surviving Nepal. This shrine area at the sacred confluence is called the Kowari. Panauti village exploration the opportunity to come across the lovely temple and interesting old house. The fourteenth century wooden temple struts are just amazing. After exploring the Panauti village to its fullest, we drive back to Kathmandu.

Day 8

Farewell