Kathmandu Valley Rim Trekking is an ideal option for those interested in easy trekking around the Kathmandu Valley. This trek is designed for individuals who desire to explore isolated parts of Nepal and experience exceptional treks to untouched destinations. The region's most significant features offer an opportunity to encounter real Himalayan hubs, gain a unique insight into indigenous people's lifestyle, diverse cultures, socio-economic situations, and participate in total sustainable eco-trekking.
The programs offered in this area lead you to explore the mountainous regions mainly inhabited by natives such as Gurung, Magar, Tamang, Sherpa, Rai, Limbu, Brahman, Chhetri, and others, while enjoying splendid views of snow-clad peaks. The regions are rich in natural beauty and conserved floral and faunal biodiversity. In addition, there are many traditional cultural activities, including concentration, meditation, monasticism, shamanism, tantrism, natural herbal medication, food habits, and colorful cultural shows during seasonal occasions, which add to your journey's overall experience.
Kathmandu Valley Rim Trekking begins from Kakani, the northern part of Kathmandu, which is about a two-hour drive from the capital city. The trekking duration can be minimized as per the group's holidays and can be extended up to 15 days, till Lakuri Bhangjyang, the southern hill of Kathmandu. The trekking itinerary is popular and easy, and the details are attached here.
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu, Nepal
Our representative will meet and greet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel and help you check into your hotel. We will arrange a meeting with you at hotel to brief you about your daily activities etc.
Day 02: Sight-seeing of Kathmandu
Leave for full day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley includes the Hindu temple complex at Pashupatinath (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) & the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath. Also visit Monkey Temple the Swyambhunath (2000 years old temple) and visit Patan city of fine arts. Back to hotel and stay.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani
After breakfast, a short drive to Sundarijal from here the valley rim trek starts , the trail climbs steeply past Tamang villages and on through rhododendron forest to Chisapani. Excellent views over the whole Himalayan range from Manaslu, Ganesh Himal to Everest Range. View of Midhill mountains and valley of Helambu in a clear day!
Days 04: Chisapani to Nagarkot Hike
Today we will hike about 6 – 7 hours. Walk between the village and forest of Shivapuri, continue our journey to Nagarkot 2775m above the sea- level. This spot provides an excellent view of the sunset, sunrise and Mount Everest can be seen on a clear day including other 12 peaks. Overnight stay in a Nagarkot.
Day 05: Hike from Nagarkot to Dhulikhel
We will wake up early to watch the spectacular dawn. The first rays of the sun firing the peaks a lightest red slowly lighting up the Himalayas from Everest range in the far East of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri in the West. After breakfast walk down to Dhulikhel for overnight stay.
Day 06: Dhulikhel to Kathmandu
we will drive back to Kathmandu, Overnight in Kathmandu and join a cultural show and dinner.
Day 07: Transfer to the airport
Our drive will drive you to the airport in time for your flight back home. We ensure that you leave Kathmandu with cherishing memory and an experience of a lifetime.