Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike to Changu Introduction

Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike to Changu

This Nagarkot Hike to Changu tour begins at early before sunrise start at your hotel in Katmandu. Then, you will be driven to the Nagarkot Village which is so good to see the sunrise overhead the Himalayas. You will be taken to the beautiful viewpoint (2175M) for the sunrise over the Langtang & many other different mountain ranges. The surrounding views & sunrise also, are so beautiful.
If after your sunrise, you would like your Himalayan Breakfast, we can go visit one of the hotels that has yummy breakfast.

Start of the Hike

Then we can start our hike towards Changunarayan. Starting with leaving Nagarkot village, we pass by a small bus station & a very happening village downtown. We descend via a dirt road with very little vehicle traffic so you will pass many different villages along the way. This provide great insight into the lifestyles of the Nepali village people.

Village Life and Culture

Discovering villages & lives of local people living on these little terraces with very basic items. In most Nepali villages, their livelihood is from livestock such as buffalo, cows, dogs, chickens, goats & more running here & there in their home & farm. The local Nagarkot people and villages make sure they survive with their farms & livestock.

You will pass through Santi Dada known as Peace Hill where you will see a beautiful Buddha statue on the hillside & then back through villages to Jalpadevi Temple after playing hide & seek on the busy road. After a few hours (Approx 2) of hiking, you will arrive at Telkot village.

Through Nature and Jungle

After about half of the hiking, we are again leaving the busy main road & start with a dirt road through nature. Walking through the jungle & villages now seeing their lifestyles again, it will take another 45 minutes more to the village of Changunarayan, where you will be visiting the old temple.

Visit Changunarayan Temple

After hiking for about 4 hours, you will reach Changunarayan Temple. It is the oldest capital & royal palace of Nepal, as people think. You are on the way to historic Temple of Changunarayan. You will also see the written inscription on the stone which is known as the first ever writing history of Nepal.

Why choose to hike this?

1. Nature

This hike is highlighted by the stunning sunrise over the Himalayas that you will experience from Nagarkot. You will walk through peaceful forests, green hills, and terraced fields with beautiful scenery of nature, you will get fresh air and relax in nature without a feeling of rush anywhere. It’s a great escape to the beautiful landscapes of Nepal.

2. Culture

Along the hike, you will pass traditional villages full of local life, temples, stone houses, farms, livestock and villagers going about their lives. You will finish on the doorstep of the historic Changunarayan Temple. In just a few hours, you will have engaged in a bit of culture shock.

3. Adventure

It is an easy to moderate level walking trail, so it is great for all fitness levels. It is a nice mix of easy uphill and downhill walking through forests and villages. You will feel a great sense of achievement with limited strain. It truly is a simple and pleasurable adventure!

4. The Perfect Day Hike

All in all, this hike combines nature, culture, and adventure all into one day. This is very little travel time, it does not require you to carry a lot of heavy gear, just a spectacular experience outdoors. This trip is a perfect day out for the travelers who are time-crunched, because with a physical and revitalizing and inspirational adventure, you can truly escape your urban life.

Conclusion:

Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike to Changu, is much more than a day hike. It’s a full blown experience, capturing the essence of Nepal in just a few hours. With inspired mountains, zen-like nature, and a sprinkle of adventure and culture – it has it all! Whether you are a hard core nature person, or a bit of a culture hunter or just looking for a refreshing escape, this trip even further to experience the essence of Nepal all in ONE DAY. A nice adventure story, that will stay with you, long after the hike. Contact us today at Happy Mountain Nepal on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok