Valley Vistas
2- / 3-day lodge trek in the Eastern Kathmandu valley rim
A
two- or three-day lodge trek making an arc in the eastern valley
rim through the famed vantage points of Dhulikhel and Nagarkot.
Starting in the ancient Newar town of Panauti, we ascend gently
to Dhulikhel, visiting the monastery at Namo Buddha en route. The
next day we climb onto a forested ridge with great views and continue
to Nagarkot. We finish on the third day walking down to Sankhu,
from where it's an hour's scenic drive to Kathmandu.
Trip
Itinerary
Day 1 Drive to Panauti (4,800' / 1,464m);
after exploring town, hike to Dhulikhel (4,920'
/ 1,500m)
via Namo Buddha.
Day 2 Trek to Nagarkot (6,510' / 1,985m)
via Nala.
Day 3 Finish hike at Sankhu (4,530' / 1,382m);
drive to Kathmandu.
trip overview
3 days from Kathmandu
trip highlights
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trip cost
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