Visit Nagarkot

Nagarkot Hill Station

Nagarkot (2,175 meter) is one of the most popular hill stations situated on a ridge at the edge of the Kathmandu Valley that is known for its beautiful view of the high mountains, sunset and sunrise view over the Himalayas. On a clear day you can enjoy great view of the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal and Rolwaling. On a good day, you can even see the tip of Mount Everest (8,848 m) from here.

Nagarkot is perfect destination for you if you are looking for day hiking trips in Nepal. Nagarkot itself doesn't offer much but there are many nice walking trails nearby. Short hikes around Nagarkot will take you in the lush green countryside and deliver you stunning mountain views, serene pine forests, and peaceful villages. Hiking from Nagarkot to Changunarayan Temple and to Dhulikhel are popular day hiking trips, suitable for hikers from all age group. Nagarkot is also popular for mountain biking trip. Nagarkot is a place where for relaxation with beautiful mountain view in comfort and quiet environment.

Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking is highly recommended if you are staying in Nagarkot for more than a night. This is a beautiful day hiking program, an opportunity to experience nature walk with stunning mountain views, fresh mountain air and Serene Atmosphere. You will start this hike with quiet walk inside the pine trees where you can enjoy the freshness of nature. After that we will arrive in a beautiful Kartike village. We stop here for short break and continue our hike to Dhanda Gaun Village. From Danda Gaun we hike to our hotel. This is a beautiful hike for a day, suitable for travelers from all age group.

Nagarkot is one of the top spots to adore nature and mountain views of Eastern Nepal. Lying 32 kilometers east from Kathmandu, this is an awesome hill station where you get to see the most amazing view of the sunrise and mystic mountains. It is one of the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur District. A perfect destination for a short hike and picnic. Nagarkot has definitely been one of the top choices for every traveler.

You can combine Nagarkot tour with

Kathmandu

Kathmandu

(Historic city with breathtaking architecture)

The cultural heritage of the Kathmandu Valley consists of three cities of historic and cultural interest Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur.

Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur

(Ancient Newa city, Place of devotees)

Bhaktapur, known variously as City of Culture, Living Heritage, Nepal's Cultural Gem, An open museum and a City of Devotees.

Dhulikhel Hill

Dhulikhel Hill

(Famous for Sunrise and Mountain View)

Dhulikhel is located on the trade route of Nepal and Tibet also known as the “Silk Road” which links China with Tibet to Nepal, India.

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Why Nagarkot Hill Station?

Nagarkot Hill Station provides you the most exquisite panoramic views of the mountains like Mount Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, and Mount Everest. Imagine going out on a hike to the top of Nagarkot and seeing the most pleasant sight of the mountains, doesn’t that feel great?

First things first, Nagarkot Hill Station is near to Kathmandu city. If you are planning for a short tour with a night out plan, then there are no best options other than a visit to Nagarkot. Having the most awesome resorts and hotels, you get no compromise in the quality of the services there. Beauty lives on Nagarkot and every visitor appreciates that whole-heartedly. Nagarkot Hill Station is not only about the views of the heart-throbbing mountains from the top. You get to check out the gorgeous view of the Kathmandu Valley. The breathtaking view from the top along with the lush forests is a cherry on the cake for every visitor. Nothing makes your heart happy than being there at the moment. Many visitors love visiting Nagarkot to experience the landscape of different amazing flowers that gets even more special with the backdrop of the incredible Himalayas.


Best Time To Visit Nagarkot

The best time to go to Nagarkot is during the spring and pre-winter time. The spring months including March, April, and May are the best time to visit Nagarkot Hill Station. Also, the early months before winter including September, October, and November provide you the best chance to enjoy being in Nagarkot. The climate and weather is pleasant in spring. The clear views of the sky embarking the alluring sight of the mountains make your trip even more memorable. The hills look amazing with the newly bud flowers blossoming. You can enjoy hiking, short trek, and other outdoor activities in the spring.

April-May-June and November-February are summer and winter months in Nagarkot respectively. The heat in the summer can cause difficulty in outdoor activities, and the increased mist and fog in winter can cause problems in visibility to check out the alluring snow-covered mountains. However, if you are a person who loves chilling and traveling in chilly weather, winter can be the best option. But, you need to be extra careful during winter season. Also, during monsoon there are chances of heavy rainfall which might cause blockage of roads in some places.


Tours that feature Nagarkot Hill Station

Nagarkot Day Hiking

Nagarkot Day Hiking

Spending a day exploring the rolling hills of Nagarkot

Nagarkot Day Hiking tour is the most popular hiking route nearby Kathmandu suitable for travelers from all age... More Details


Kathmandu Nagarkot Dhulikhel Tour

Kathmandu Nagarkot Dhulikhel Tour

6 Days Package
The best way to experience real beauty of Nagarkot, Dhulikhel hill stations and historical, cultural world heritage sights of Kathmandu Valley...
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Nepal Hills and Heritage Tour

Nepal Hills and Heritage Tour

12 Days Package
Surprise after surprise awaits you in Nepal. The spiraling mists at Nagarkot, Bandipur, Nuwakot and Pokhara rise upwards to reveal...
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Kathmandu Valley Tour

Kathmandu Valley Tour

5 Days (Kathmandu - Valley - Nagarkot)
A five-day adventure through some of the spectacular countryside surrounding Kathmandu and ancient town Bhaktapur...
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Experience Nepal Tour

Experience Nepal Tour

7 Days (Nagarkot - Bandipur - Pokhara - Kathmandu)
Enjoy the stunning views of the Himalayas from the height of 2100 meters Nagarkot and experience hiking to Dhulikhel...
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Nepal Hills & Wildlife Tour

Nepal Hills & Wildlife Tour

14 Days Package
A well designed holiday where we explore some of the of the most beautiful, vibrant hill stations in Nepal with Wildlife safari in Chitwan National Park...
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Hills of Kathmandu Valley Tour

Hills of Kathmandu Valley Tour

5 Days Package
This is an opportunity to visit some of the most popular, magical hill stations, beautiful local villages, meeting with locals and learning about their lifestyle...
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Highlights of Nepal Tour

Highlights of Nepal Tour

10 Days (Kathmandu - Bandipur - Pokhara - Lumbini - Chitwan - Nagarkot - Kathmandu)
Explore everything from the exotic capital of Kathmandu, the hilltop village of Bandipur and Chitwan National Park...
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Kathmandu Short Hike

Kathmandu Short Hike

3 Days Package
3 days walking through some of the spectacular countryside surrounding Kathmandu. Watch a spectacular beautiful sunrise sunset...
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