Nagarkot Sunrise & Himalayan View — 1 Day
Duration
1 day
From
$95/person
Max Altitude
2,175 m
Difficulty
Easy
Starts
Kathmandu
Group Size
1–8 People
Stay
Hotel (Kathmandu)
Meals
Breakfast
Best Season
Oct–Apr
Trip Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary(1 days)
The Nagarkot Sunrise Tour is the classic Kathmandu Valley day trip — an early-morning drive to the Nagarkot hilltop (2,175 m) for sunrise over the Himalayas, with a stop at Bhaktapur UNESCO heritage city on the return. On clear mornings from October to March, Nagarkot delivers a panorama of 13 mountain groups from Dhaulagiri in the west to Kanchenjunga in the east, with Everest (8,849 m) visible on the horizon — a rare chance to see the world's highest peak from road-accessible viewpoint.
The Bhaktapur stop on the way back covers the best-preserved medieval city in the Kathmandu Valley: the 55-window palace, pottery square, and Nyatapola pagoda. Private vehicle and guide throughout; all entry fees included.
Best time: October–March for Himalayan panorama (monsoon cloud obscures mountains June–September). Duration: Full day (departure ~4:30 AM for sunrise). All entry fees included.
What's Included
Included
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Private vehicle Kathmandu–Nagarkot–Kathmandu
- Sunrise viewing at Nagarkot tower
- Bhaktapur UNESCO heritage site entry fee
- Breakfast at Nagarkot sunrise café
- All government taxes and service charges
Not Included
- International airfare to/from Kathmandu
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Tips for guide and driver
- Beverages and snacks
- Alcoholic drinks
Best Time to Go
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Best season — crystal-clear views of Everest, Manaslu, Annapurna at sunrise from Nagarkot ridge
Spring (Mar–May)
Good visibility, lush green hillsides — afternoon cloud may build but sunrise is usually clear
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Coldest but often the clearest Himalaya views — bring very warm layers for the sunrise watch
Monsoon (Jun–Aug)
Mountain views almost always hidden by cloud — not recommended for this sunrise experience
Permits Required
What to Pack
A detailed packing list will be sent with your booking confirmation. Gear rental available in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions
On the Trail
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$95
/ person · all-inclusive