Nagarkot Day Tour

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Duration1 Days

Trip Grade Easy

Start From Kathmandu

End From Kathmandu

Group Size Min. 1 Person

Trip Highlights

Scenic drive through the valley filled with views of the Capital and surrounding valley.
Exploring one of the well preserved historical sites enlisted in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhaktapur Durbar Square.
Enjoy the mouthwatering dishes from the local Newar community.
Unparalleled views of the Himalayas including Langtang Himal, Gaurishankar, Ganesh Himal and Mount Everest when the weather condition is favorable.
Enriching cultural experience by interacting with various local ethnic communities.

Detail About Nagarkot Day Tour

Nagarkot Day Tour is a beautiful amalgamation of cultural heritage and astonishing natural beauty, perfect for travelers seeking to explore the rich Nepalese History and the beauty of the Himalayas. The Nagarkot Day Tour begins as the travelers are transferred to the Bhaktapur Durbar Square from their hotel passing through the hectic traffic roads of the capital. Stepping inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site is like stepping back in time as the Durbar Square is just awe-inspiring, filled with intricate wood carving and monuments constructed centuries ago in traditional Newari architecture style. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a standing testament to the skilled craftsmanship of the ancient Nepalese community. As the travelers set foot inside the Durbar Complex they will be blessed with the views of some iconic monuments including Batsala Temple, 55-Window Palace, Golden Gate, Vishnu Temple and many more. The alleyways of Bhaktapur are also lively with the locals working on honing their crafting and pottery skills while working in some truly remarkable sculptures and art. Bhaktapur is also renowned for its mouth watering local Newari cuisine and the town’s staple Juju Dhau which literally translates to “King Curd” . So, make sure to try them while visiting the ancient town of Bhaktapur.

After an enriching cultural experience, the Nagarkot Day Tour continues as the travelers head towards Nagarkot which is a tranquil station perched on top of a hill towards the North East of the Capital City. The drive to Nagarkot is beautiful as the smooth black topped roads start to incline, the astonishing views of the capital city and the surrounding valley are seen beautifully . Nagarkot is a well known hill station which offers unparalleled panoramic views of the snowy Himalayan Peaks. After reaching Nagarkot the travelers will have enough time to unwind and enjoy the Himalayan Views and after a while the Mighty Peaks start turning into beautiful shades of Golden Orange as the sun begins to set. After enjoying the surreal views of the Himalayas the travelers will be transported back to their accommodation within Kathmandu valley wrapping up the enriching Nagarkot Day Tour organized by Mountain Ram Adventures

An elevated point of 5416m. You will be mountain climbing in the main on well established trails. Come and join a Great adventure trip.

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The altitude of Nagarkot View point is 2176 M from where the travelers will be able to enjoy the glorious views of the Himalayas and the surrounding lush green hills in a panoramic setting.

The shortest distance to Bhaktapur from Thamel, Kathmandu is just around 15 KM and usually after 9AM the roads can become traffic heavy taking around 45 minutes to 1 hour in a private vehicle to reach. The distance from Kathmandu to Nagarkot is around 27 KM and from Durbar Square is around 13 KM.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is one of the major residences of the Newar Community of Nepal renowned for their mouth watering cuisine and colorful festivals. The Tamang community is the major ethnic group residing in the Nagarkot area but there are groups from various ethnic groups residing in the region. Travelers can enjoy various local meals prepared by the locals during the Nagarkot Day tour as their guides will also be suggesting places to try the authentic meals during the tour.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square is filled with iconic monuments which includes the likes of 55 Window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, Golden Gate, Dattatreya Temple and many more. The Bhaktapur Durbar Square covers a huge area and is categorized into four smaller squares: Durbar Square, Pottery Square, Taumadhi Square and Dattatreya Square which are all within 10-15 mins walking distance from one another.

The Himalayan Sunset Views include snow capped peaks of Multiple Himalayan Range including Ganesh Himal Range, Langtang and Rolwaling Himalayan Range, Gaurishankar Himalayan Range (From the west to East). On clear days the travelers can also get the glimpse of Mount Everest and other mountains from the Khumbu Himalayan Range towards the Eastern side.

Useful Information

Meetup and Drop Location
The Nagarkot Day Tour will start as the participants will be picked up from their accommodation within the valley at the agreed upon time which will usually be around 9-10 AM and the travelers will be dropped back to their accommodation site after the completion of the Nagarkot Day Tour. The travelers who are residing outside the Kathmandu Valley are requested to arrive at the office of Mountain Ram Adventures 20-30 minutes before the agreed upon starting time of the Nagarkot Day Tour. After the completion of the tour the travelers will be dropped back in the office of the team in Z-Street,Thamel. The team will be assigning vehicles for the Day Tour which prices are included in the package and the type of vehicle will depend upon the size of the group ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride through various landmarks.
Guides
For the Nagarkot Day Tour the Mountain Ram Adventures Team will assign the travelers a cultural Guide who will be able to communicate with the travelers in English. The Guide will be traveling along with the participants sharing their vast knowledge about the landmarks with them and also suggesting some places to try local delicacies. The Guides will ensure there are no hiccups during the tour assisting the travelers when needed. The travelers can provide their assigned guides with tips on par with the level of service they received during the tour.
Personal Expenses and Entrance Fee
The participants are suggested to carry a certain amount for their personal expenses such as lunch, snacks, souvenirs etc. The travelers (Non- Nepali citizens) will also need to obtain the Entry permit to explore the Bhaktapur Durbar Square which can be obtained easily on the entry point of the Durbar Square during which the guides assigned by the team will be assisting the travelers. The price of the permit is not included in the package and the travelers also need to carry their passport to issue the permit.
Essentials for the Nagarkot Day Tour
The Nagarkot Day Tour is a one day excursion during which the travelers can just take their essentials which can include their electronics, water bottles, sun hat, sunscreen, etc which they can carry in a small backpack. The travelers are however required to carry their Passport and ID with them at all times during the trip as it is required for issuing the entry permit for the Bhaktapur Durbar Square and maybe other formalities which can arise during the trip. As the Durbar Square houses revered temples and landmarks the travelers are recommended to dress modestly to not offend the local and religious communities.
Transportation
Mountain Ram Adventures team will be arranging the appropriate vehicle for the tour ensuring the travelers have a comfortable commute from destination to destination. The travelers participating will be picked up sharply at the agreed upon time from their accommodation and dropped off at the same location after the trip is completed. The pickup and drop location can also be the office of Mountain Ram Adventures Team on Z-Street, Thamel. The travelers are suggested to arrive at the office 30 minutes before the agreed upon time. The participants residing outside the valley will also need to arrive at the office of the team for the trip to begin.
Best Time to Participate in the Nagarkot Day Tour:
The travelers participating in the Nagarkot Day Tour can participate during any season but traveling during Monsoon season (June to August) is not considered to be the best time due to constant rain. The travelers can plan their travel during the remaining months as usually the weather conditions are much more favorable.

Winter Season: The Winter Season is one of the best times to participate in the Nagarkot Day Tour for the travelers who are searching to travel in good weather conditions and avoid tourist crowds. The winter season in Nepal begins from the month of December and ends in February during which the temperature of the Kathmandu valley can reach up to 1-2 degrees celsius in the night time and is generally around 12-15 degrees during the day time. During the winter season it can get a bit chilly however the skies are clear providing the travelers to enjoy the magnificent sunset views of the Himalayas from Nagarkot. Overall the winter season is the best season to participate in the Day Tour if the travelers want to avoid tourist crowds and want to experience the best views of the Himalayas.

Spring Season: The months from March to May is the beautiful season of Spring in the Himalayas, during which the travel condition is pristine with clear blue skies. The travelers can expect popular destinations like the UNESCO Heritage Sites and trekking routes to be a bit crowded as the conditions are much more preferable. Even Though the destination may be crowded the travelers can still have a good overall experience. The Spring season;s weather is a bit unpredictable at times as during the month of March the weather condition is still a bit chilly from the dwindling Winter season and around the end of May the skies can be covered by gloomy clouds as the Monsoon Season begins shortly after the Spring Season. Overall a good time to participate in the Nagarkot Day Tour the travelers will have an unforgettable journey filled with enriching experience.

Summer/ Monsoon Season: The Summer/ Monsoon season is possibly the worst time to travel in Nepal due to the unfavorable conditions including constant rain. One of the main highlights of the Nagarkot tour is the amazing sunset view of the Himalayas which is not possible during the Summer season as the clouds completely block the views of the Himalayas. The only positive aspect of traveling in Nepal during the Monsoon season is that the popular destinations will not be crowded and the cost of services might also be a tad bit lower than any other season. Overall the travelers will not have a good experience in Nepal during that time due to the unfavorable conditions due to which the Mountain Ram Team suggests the travelers to postpone their trip to another season avoiding the months from June to August if possible if the travelers want to experience the finest of Nepal's culture and Himalayan views.

Autumn Season: Arguably the best time to explore Nepal the months from September to November is also the busiest time in Nepal. The pleasant season of Autumn which spans from September to November is the most ideal season for tourists as the weather conditions are much more favorable with clear blue skies. The weather conditions during the Autumn season is also not too cold or not too hot with an average temperature ranging from 13-26 degrees celsius within the Kathmandu Valley. The destination within the valley may get extremely crowded and during the time the prices for services and amenities may also increase. The travelers will have an overall good experience if traveling during the Autumn season due to ideal weather conditions and beautiful views of the Himalayas.
Trip Extension
The Nagarkot Day trip can be extended by an additional day during which the travelers will be staying in Nagarkot for the night and enjoying the Sunset view as well as the Sunrise view of the Himalayas from Nagarkot and after having breakfast the next day, travelers will be transferred back to their accommodation or office of the team marking the end of the Nagarkot Day Tour. The tour extension will incur additional charges which will cover the accommodation, travel and other fees. The travelers will need to contact the team before the beginning of the Nagarkot Day Tour to ensure all the facilities can be arranged before the starting of the tour.

Trip Review

Ashru Arora Posted Date : 24 August, 2018

"First Trek of our life... Great experience... Wish to do more now."
I, alongwith my husband, planned our first trekking trip with the help of Mountain Ram Adventures. We did the shortest trek, Sundarrijal-Chisapani-Nagarkot, which did seem quite long to us but in the end it was one of the most unique and memorable trips of our lives. We also spent 2 days in and around Kathmandu visiting various heritage spots and other places. We did not have to worry about anything during our stay in Nepal as Mountain Ram Adventures had meticulously planned each and every little thing of our trip and Ram was always available with a smile on his face to answer any questions that we had. The trekking guide provided to us (Kishwor Adhikari) was great too. Exteremely warm and helpful ! We thoroughly enjoyed our trip, all thanks to Mountain Ram Adventures ! The experience exceeded our expectations. For anyone planning a trip to Nepal, please get in touch with Mountain Ram Adventures and be rest assured of receiving the best services at the best price ! Way to go Mountain Ram Adventures. We look forward to visiting Nepal again !
Visited March 2014
Posted Date : 2014-03-25 12:37:22

Marianne Ankjær Posted Date : 24 August, 2018

"Trustworthy and competent."
We went at the langtang himalayan range to Nargarkot. 3 days walk. It gave us a fantastik look into the Nepales mountain farmeres everyday life. A trip of comfort and not too exsorsting.
Visited March 2013
Posted Date : 2014-01-16 05:23:54

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