Nagarkot Sunrise Tour takes you to Nagarkot hill, which is near Kathmandu valley. Situated merely 32 km east of Kathmandu valley, it offers a great vantage point for viewing the Himalayan mountains. Moreover, the hilltop is a popular spot for witnessing magnificent sunrise vistas. Nagarkot attracts countless travelers every day due to the astonishing views of snowcapped peaks, green belt panorama, and hilly terraced landscape.
The tour is one of the shortest yet rewarding tours around Kathmandu valley. It takes about one and a half-hour drive to reach Nagarkot, which has a view tower at the top of the hill. Upon arriving there, you will marvel at the spectacular sunkissed snow-peaked mountains which you can see during sunrise. Moreover, you will also get a bird’s eye view of Bhaktapur, an antique city just east of Kathmandu.
Nagarkot Sunrise Tour is for anyone looking for a short and memorable trip while staying in Kathmandu valley. You can also combine this trip with Kathmandu tour while you are in the capital city.
Itinerary
Our Nagarkot Trip begins by driving towards Nagarkot on a private vehicle. We will have to start early, at around 4:30 pm, to catch the sunrise from the hilltop. After an hour of drive, we will be at the vantage point witnessing the magnificent sunrise amidst the glorious mountains. We can also see beautiful vistas of Shivapuri National Park and Kathmandu Valley from the top. After spending a couple of hours at the top, we will drive back.
On our way back, we will stop at Bhaktapur to visit the historical Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The area is filled with temples, pagodas, and various cultural as well as religious structures. We can also have some local food and lunch near the premises. After that, we will get on our vehicle and drive back to our hotels.
