Loading
Phone1800 960 693AustraliaMonday to Friday 8am - 9pm (AEDT)
Travel Agent Login

6-Day Kathmandu Valley Round Trip

Customisable Itinerary
4.6 • 2 travellers have booked with Hari B.

Trip Overview

Explore amazing sites on this legendary six-day Kathmandu trip.

The valley was a popular merchant route for Tibetan Traders. Besides visiting central Kathmandu and its sights, you will also encounter the green hills of Kathmandu Valley walking through many small villages with the best views of the Himalayan ranges.

In addition, you will see and learn about historically important Hindu temples and Buddhist Monasteries.
Hiking & Trekking
Sightseeing
Cycling

Customise this trip for a perfect match

Private, Personalised TravelNo generic group tours. Just the activities you love, and nothing you don't.
Insider Local KnowledgeAccess insider tips, hidden gems and authentic experiences known only to locals.
End-to-end ServiceFrom the initial planning to full support while travelling, Designer Journeys provides seamless service every step of the way.
Travel With ConfidenceFeel assured travelling with an accredited Australian company with comprehensive financial guarantees and a local emergency system.
More than 1900 travellers have booked with us. Join them to make your next trip full of lifelong memories.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepali Dinner & Cultural Show

Closeaccordion
 Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepali Dinner & Cultural Show

Upon arrival, you'll meet your driver who will transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu. You'll have some time to settle in before you head out with your guide on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. In the evening, you'll head to dinner and enjoy a show at Utsav Nepali Authentic Restaurant.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Hotel Yak and Yeti5 star

  • activities icon
    Activities

    Kathmandu Sightseeing

  • restaurant icon
    Restaurants

    Utsav Authentic Nepali Restaurant

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tribhuvan International Airport to Kathmandu

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Kathmandu

Day 2

Kathmandu Sightseeing & Drive to Bhaktapur

Closeaccordion
Kathmandu Sightseeing & Drive to Bhaktapur

Today, you'll start the day visiting some of Kathmandu's UNESCO World Heritage sites like Swoyambhu (Monkey Temple) and Basantapur Durbar. Found on the banks of the river Bagmati, Pashupatinath is one of the most famous and sacred temples in the Kathmandu valley, acting as the seat of the national deity of the same name. After lunch, you'll say goodbye to the city drive to Bhaktapur for the night.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Bhadgaon Guest House3 star

  • activities icon
    Activities

    Pashupatinath

    Boudhanath Stupa

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kathmandu to Bhaktapur

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Kathmandu

    Bhaktapur

Day 3

Drive to Changu & Hike to Nagarkot

Closeaccordion
Drive to Changu & Hike to Nagarkot

You'll start the scenic six-hour hiking trail to Nagarkot, a hill station offering spectacular sunset views over the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan mountain region. Starting at Changu Narayan, you'll explore the stunning temple found here before beginning the hike. Part of the hike is the Nagarkot Nature Hiking Trail, which takes around three and a half hours to complete and includes Tamang village. This journey offers panoramic views throughout.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Hotel Country Villa3 star

  • activities icon
    Activities

    Hike from Changu Narrayan to Nagarkot Viewpoint

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Bhaktapur

    Central Development Region

Day 4

Hike to Dhulikhel

Closeaccordion
Hike to Dhulikhel

Today is another special day on your Kathmandu trip. You'll walk through forests woods to reach small villages on your hike to Dhulikhel. You'll stop at several places to capture the beautiful landscape with a canopy of snow-capped mountains.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    The Himalayan Horizon3 star

  • activities icon
    Activities

    Seven-Hour Trek to Dhulikhel

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Central Development Region

    Nepal

    Dhulikhel

Day 5

Hike to Nama Buddha & Stay at Namo Buddha Resort

Closeaccordion
Hike to Nama Buddha & Stay at Namo Buddha Resort

As usual, you'll hit the trail after breakfast. Today, with your guide, you'll head to Namo Buddha, a historical place and one of the four holiest Buddhist shrines. You will explore the area that includes a legendry Buddhist stupa, Phenomenal Buddhist Monastery and more. You'll spend the night at Namo Buddha Organic Resort.

  • accommodation icon
    Accommodation

    Namo Buddha Resort3 star

  • activities icon
    Activities

    Hike to Namo Buddha & Explore

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Dhulikhel

    Simalchaur Syampati

Day 6

Departure Day

Closeaccordion
Departure Day

Today it is time to bid goodbye to this beautiful place. A private car and your guide will take you to the airport or anywhere in Kathmandu you wish to go.

  • transportations icon
    Transportations

    Private Driver from NAMO BUDDHA RESORT to Tribhuvan International Airport

  • meals icon
    Meals

    Breakfast

  • destination icon
    Destinations

    Simalchaur Syampati

Share With Your Partners

Download this trip itinerary as a PDF and start planning your next trip offline!

What’s included?

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits