4-Day Kathmandu Valley Trekking Tour Including Bhaktapur

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Overview

Explore the Kathmandu Valley with an expert local guide on a rugged 4-day tour that includes three days of trekking. Hike through Shivapuri National Park to the medieval village of Bhaktapur where you have free time to explore. Get an intimate experience of Nepali life while staying at basic yet comfortable teahouses with welcoming hosts. Visit small towns and ancient temples, watch magnificent sunrises, and marvel at the majestic Himalayas. This small-group hiking tour operates with a maximum of 12 people, ensuring personalized attention from your guide.

4-day tour from Kathmandu, including three days of hiking in Kathmandu Valley
Enjoy sunrise views of the magnificent Himalayas
Explore the villages of Chisapani, Nagarkot and Bhaktapur
Visit Changu Narayan, Nepal's oldest temple
Immerse yourself in local Nepali culture at local teahouses
Accommodations plus round-trip transport by minivan included
Small-group tour limited to 12 people ensures personal attention from your expert guide

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What To Expect

Experience the heart of Nepal when trekking through the wilderness of Kathmandu Valley and staying overnight in small villages. Expect to stay in budget accommodations such as local teahouses, gaining insight into local culture along the way. Your expert guide can offer advice and help uncover the region's hidden gems. You'll have free time for optional activities, plus an array of food choices available in each town. Meals are not included, so you decide where and what to eat, with the flexibility to choose meals that suit your palate and budget.Day 1: Kathmandu - ChisapaniMeet your guide at the tour office in the morning, and then take a 1-hour drive to Sundarijal.After your vehicle arrives at your first destination, hike to the entrance of Shivapuri National Park. Take in the scenic beauty of your surroundings, where pine and oak forests mix with rhododendrons and a variety of orchids.As you continue your trek along the staircase and past the water reservoir, learn about the unique wildlife that is protected in the park, including sloth bears, leopards, wild boars, and Indian porcupine.When your group reaches the village of Mulkharka, your guide will assist you to find a simple lunch in one of the wayside shops (all meals at own expense). After approximately five hours on your first day's trek, emerge from the wilderness and head into the village of Chisapani. In the evening, experience Nepali culture at an authentic teahouse, where you can purchase dinner and interact with the locals.Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in ChisapaniDay 2: Chisapani - NagarkotAfter breakfast, prepare to hit the trail for a 7-hour hike.Take in the magnificent panoramic views of the dramatic and steep Himalayas en route to Nagarkot. When you arrive in the town after a full day of hiking, take the weight off and relax for a leisurely evening. Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in NagarkotDay 3: Nagarkot - BhaktapurAfter breakfast at the teahouse, hike down toward the medieval town of Bhaktapur.Stop en route at Nepal's oldest temple, Changu Narayan. Then, follow a scenic route through terraced rice fields, small villages, and pine forests, switching back and forth between the wilderness trail and a countryside road for approximately five and a half hours.Arriving in Bhaktapur, take a leisurely stroll around town on your own, experiencing its charm and character.Overnight: hotel or teahouse lodge in Nagarkot

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
On this hiking trip, you will be walking at demanding altitudes of approximately 12,467 ft (3800 m) above sea level, with the possibility of extreme variations in weather; it is common for travelers to experience adverse health effects due to this altitude, regardless of your age, gender and fitness. It is highly recommended that you discuss this trip with your doctor prior to departure
All tour leaders have basic first aid training and are aware of the closest medical facilities
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler. Visas are obtainable from embassies abroad or on arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport. If you are planning on getting a multi-entry visa from the airport, please be prepared for long lines; you will also need to provide 2 passport photos and the following fees in USD: $25 for 15-day visa, $40 for 30-day visa, $100 for 90-day visa.
Travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency repatriation, is required to participate on this tour; proof of insurance must be shown to tour leader on the first day
Minimum age is 16 years; all travelers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
As no meals are included, please expect to spend around US$130 in total for meals purchased locally
Please pack as lightly as possible, as you are expected to carry your own luggage; it is recommended that you keep the weight under 22 lbs (10 kg)
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4-Day Kathmandu Valley Trekking Tour Including Bhaktapur

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