Snow peaks of the Himalaya above a sea of clouds at sunrise, with pine trees and a white temple on the ridge at Nagarkot, Nepal

Signature Journey · Nepal

Kathmandu & Nagarkot: Valley Temples and a Night in the Hills, 3 Nights

Two nights in Kathmandu for the valley's shrines and squares, then a drive by way of medieval Bhaktapur to a night at Nagarkot, a ridge 35 km east of the city known for sunrise and sunset views of the Himalaya, before an easy run to the airport.

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Duration: 3 Nights / 4 Days
Destinations: Kathmandu
Travel style: Cultural
Meals: Breakfast daily
Transfers: Airport transfer by air-conditioned vehicle

The journey

Journey overview

Route

Kathmandu2 nights
Nagarkot1 night

Journey highlights

Why you'll love this journey

A full day among Kathmandu's shrines, stupas and squares
Bhaktapur's medieval centre, with the Golden Gate and the Nyatapola Temple
A night at Nagarkot for sunrise and sunset views of the Himalaya
Hotels from 3-star to 5-star, with breakfast daily
An air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and drives
A direct drive from Nagarkot to the airport

Day by day

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

KathmanduAirport transfer by air-conditioned vehicle

You are met at Kathmandu airport by the operator's representative and transferred to your hotel. Kathmandu is the capital, and the valley around it is the cultural heart of Nepal. The rest of the day is free. Meals included today: none.

Day 2

KathmanduAir-conditioned vehicle, up to 8 hours

This morning is for the Hindu and Buddhist heart of the valley. You visit Pashupatinath, the temple complex on the banks of the Bagmati river that has been on the UNESCO list since 1979, and then Boudhanath, the great stupa that is the holiest Buddhist shrine in Nepal. You continue to Patan, also called Lalitpur, whose Durbar Square holds a very dense collection of temples, then to Swayambhunath, the golden-spired stupa on a hill above the valley with its painted eyes of the Buddha, and finally to the Budhanilkantha temple, where a large reclining statue of Vishnu lies in an open-air pool. The sightseeing runs for a maximum of eight hours from the time the vehicle reports at your hotel. Meals included today: breakfast.

Day 3

NagarkotAir-conditioned vehicle, about 1.5 hours to Nagarkot

After breakfast you drive east towards Nagarkot, 35 km and about an hour and a half from Kathmandu. At 17 km you stop at Bhaktapur, perhaps the least changed of the valley's cities, with a medieval feel and traditional pottery and weaving; the sights include the Palace of Fifty-Five Windows, the Golden Gate and the five-storey Nyatapola Temple. The Bhaktapur stop is for a maximum of three hours. Nagarkot lies at 2,175 metres and is known for its sunrise and sunset views of the Himalayan peaks, including Everest on a clear day. The night is at your hotel. Meals included today: breakfast.

Day 4

NagarkotAir-conditioned vehicle, about 1.5 hours

After breakfast you drive straight to the airport, about an hour and a half away, in time for your flight. The package services end at the airport. Meals included today: breakfast.

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What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

2 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu and 1 night in Nagarkot on a twin sharing basis in the hotel category chosen in your quotation, from 3-star to 5-star
Breakfast daily
Airport transfers on arrival and departure in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
Kathmandu sightseeing as listed in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
Transport Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
An air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party for the airport transfers and the sightseeing and road journeys in the itinerary: a car for two or three travellers (four at most, with no roof carrier), an SUV-type vehicle for four or five adults and a 14-seat van for six to ten. The vehicle works point to point as listed and is not at your disposal for shopping, meals or extra sightseeing
Presently applicable hotel taxes

Not included

Services other than those listed under inclusions
Meals other than those listed; dinners can be added as an extra
Flights to and from Kathmandu
A guide at the sights; the sightseeing is with your driver
Entrance fees at monuments and other sights
Tips for drivers and hotel staff, drinks, laundry, telephone calls and other personal expenses
Costs caused by events beyond our control, such as flight delays or cancellations, strikes, accidents or medical evacuation
Any tax or service charge that is introduced during the period of travel

Stays & travel

Accommodation, meals & transport

What the journey covers day to day, taken from this package's own inclusions.

🏨 Accommodation

2 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu and 1 night in Nagarkot on a twin sharing basis in the hotel category chosen in your quotation, from 3-star to 5-star
Presently applicable hotel taxes

🍽 Meals

Breakfast daily
An air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party for the airport transfers and the sightseeing and road journeys in the itinerary: a car for two or three travellers (four at most, with no roof carrier), an SUV-type vehicle for four or five adults and a 14-seat van for six to ten. The vehicle works point to point as listed and is not at your disposal for shopping, meals or extra sightseeing

🚆 Transport

Airport transfers on arrival and departure in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
Kathmandu sightseeing as listed in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
Transport Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Nagarkot in an air-conditioned vehicle used exclusively by your party
Airport transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
Air-conditioned vehicle, up to 8 hours
Air-conditioned vehicle, about 1.5 hours to Nagarkot
Air-conditioned vehicle, about 1.5 hours

Before you go

Flights, visa & practical

Arranged separately from the journey itself — listed here so there are no surprises.

✈ Flights

Flights to and from Kathmandu
Costs caused by events beyond our control, such as flight delays or cancellations, strikes, accidents or medical evacuation

Every journey is quoted individually for your travel dates and party. Read our pricing terms for how a quotation is prepared. Cancellations and amendments follow our Refund & Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Good to know

Frequently asked

What do we see on the Kathmandu and Nagarkot 3-night package?

Day two covers Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Patan, Swayambhunath and Budhanilkantha, and day three stops at Bhaktapur before the drive to Nagarkot. The Himalayan views at Nagarkot depend on the weather, and sunrise and sunset are the best times.

How far is Nagarkot from Kathmandu and how do we leave from there?

Nagarkot is 35 km east of Kathmandu, about an hour and a half by road, at 2,175 metres. On the last day you drive from Nagarkot straight to the airport, which is also about an hour and a half, so book a flight that leaves in the afternoon rather than the early morning.

Are the guide and entrance fees included in the Kathmandu and Nagarkot package?

No. A guide and the entrance fees at the monuments, including Bhaktapur, are not included and are paid for directly. Breakfast is included every day; other meals are not, although dinners can be added as an extra.

Is the Kathmandu and Nagarkot package open to all nationalities, and what ID do we need?

The programme is priced for Indian nationals holding an Indian passport or a voter ID, and does not apply to other nationalities; OCI and PIO cards are not accepted as identification in Nepal. For adults flying to Kathmandu the document is an Indian passport valid for at least six months or a voter ID; an Aadhaar card, PAN card or driving licence is not valid for the flight. Children under 18 can use a school or college ID with a bonafide school certificate. Rules change, so we confirm the current requirements when you book.

Why choose Nagarkot rather than a third night in Kathmandu?

Nagarkot gives a hill night above the valley with sunrise and sunset views, and the drive passes through Bhaktapur. If you prefer to stay in one hotel, the Kathmandu 3-night package keeps all three nights in the city. Rates are not published; the price is on request.

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