Description
Travel to Nepal and enjoy a four-day adventure through some of the spectacular countryside surrounding Kathmandu. Trek from Shivapuri to Bhaktapur and meet with monks, watch a spectacular sunrise and explore ancient towns, always in view of the vast Himalayas. Along the way, stay in simple yet comfortable teahouses, and get an up-close look at Nepali life.
Trip Name
Nepal Independent Short Break: Kathmandu Valley & Himalayas
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
4
Capacity
12
Highlights
- Hike through the Kathmandu Valley and glimpse the wildlife of Shivapuri National Park, including hundreds of species of birds and, hopefully, an elusive Himalayan black bear.
- Visit Changu Narayan – the oldest temple in Nepal and an important Hindu pilgrimage site.
- Wake early in Nagarkot to watch the sun rise over the Himalayas, with wide views across the surrounding hills and Kathmandu Valley.
- Discover the medieval temples and squares of Bhaktapur before seeking out a bowl of the city’s famous yoghurt.
- Get a taste of what hiking and local life are like in Nepal without the long commitment and high altitudes of an Everest Base Camp trek.











