The Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is one of the most popular short trekking routes located right on the rim of the Kathmandu Valley. Ideal for travelers with limited time, families, or beginner hikers, this easy 3-day trek offers a perfect mix of authentic rural village life, serene nature walks, and dramatic mountain panoramas without demanding high-altitude trekking commitment.
Starting with a scenic drive to Sundarijal, the trail enters the lush greenery of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. Walking through dense oak and rhododendron forests, picturesque countryside villages, and traditional farmlands, trekkers reach Chisapani ("Cold Water") for a quiet mountain stay. The journey continues toward Nagarkot, a famous hill station celebrated for its breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Himalayas.
Because of its proximity to the capital, minimal permit requirements, and gentle trails, the Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is an unbeatable choice for anyone wanting a quick taste of Himalayan trekking.
At Nepal Kailash Trekking, we organize customized short treks around Kathmandu with experienced local guides. Contact us today to plan your Chisapani Nagarkot hike!
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu, 1350m- Nepal
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Trek to Chisopani 2200m
Day 04: Trek to Nagarkot 2175m
Day 05: Trek to Chagunarayan – drive to Bhaktapur – evening Kathmandu
Day 06: Departure
Day 01: Arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu, 1350m- Nepal
We, Nepal Kailash Trekking picks you up by private vehicle and transfer to your hotel, free day. Overnight at Hotel – Inclusive breakfast
Day 02: Kathmandu sightseeing
After breakfast, the government of Nepal license holder city tour guide picks you from your hotel for sightseeing of Swoyambhunath, Kathmandu Darbar square, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath by private vehicle, evening back to Hotel– entrance fee included.
Day 04: Trek to Chisopani 2200m
After Breakfast, an English speaking highly experienced and helpful license holder trekking guide comes to your hotel to picks you up and drive by private vehicle 45 minutes approximately to trekking starting point (Sundarijal, north corner of the Kathmandu valley). Your trekking starts around 9 am. After half an hour trekking, you will be entered one of the national parks of Nepal, called Shivapuri national park where military check post. The trekking trail goes gradually ascending along the local villages by the cast an ethnic Tamang (mostly). On the way, you will see their living lifestyle and works. On the way, will have lunch. And Trekking ending part or after a while lunch trekking trail goes through a jungle. You will see back scenic view of Kathmandu valley. And from ending part, if the weather is permitted then see Mountain views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Rolwaling range. Approximately, trekking duration takes 4 to 5 hours. Inclusive – Lunch - dinner and breakfast, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 05: Trek to Nagarkot 2175m
An early morning one of the best sunrise view across the valley as well as over horizon mountain, around 7 am take your breakfast and start trekking to Nagarkot. Mostly trekking trail follow about two hours rough road (mostly no vehicles) through a jungle and scenic views ever seen left with snowcapped mountains. Then trail turn left down through army camp and villages. By reaching villages, you can have a lunch and continue trek to Nagarkot, trekking duration about 7 hours for today. Nagarkot is a tourist hub in Nepal which is located nearby Kathmandu. Mostly foreigner and domestic tourist used to go to Nagarkot tour. It is situated on a hill and Nagarkot is a most popular for the sunrise tour in Nepal as well. Lunch, dinner and Breakfast inclusive, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06: Trek to Chagunarayan – drive to Bhaktapur – evening Kathmandu
After, you clicked your camera for lifetime memorable photos and breakfast then start trek downhill to Chagunarayan via Telkot. Trekking goes along the villages and sometime visit road of Bhaktapur Nagarkot so far. After Telkot trail leads you to climb through a forest with scenic views of the valley and hills. By reaching to Chagunarayan, it’s a time for lunch, then visit historical temple Chagunarayan then your private vehicle would be already there which takes you to Bhaktapur and the sightseeing of Bhaktapur drive to Kathmandu, inclusive breakfast, overnight hotel.
Day 05: Departure
Nepal Kailash Trekking comes to your hotel according to yours flight time transfer to airport for onward destination. Nepal Kailash Trekking wishes you good luck journey by Kailash, programs end.
• Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle
• Kathmandu sightseeing by private vehicle, all entrance fee
• Kathmandu accommodation inclusive breakfast
• Pick up and drop private vehicle as per itinerary
• Full board meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking with accommodation
• Kathmandu and Bhaktapur city guide salary
• Trekking guide and one porter for two clients
• All fees in Chagunarayan and Bhaktapur as per itinerary
• Government taxes as well as company service charge
• International air ticket
• Nepal visa
• Your travel insurance
• Lunch and dinner during Kathmandu
• Beverage such like alcoholic, coca cola, mineral water, snacks etc
• Personal expenses
• Any cost of political disturbances and disaster
• Tips to guide and driver