Download Changunarayan -Nagarkot –Dhulikhel

Changunarayan -Nagarkot –Dhulikhel-Namobuddha
Trip Info
Changu Narayan is an ancient Hindu temple located near the Kathmandu Valley on top of a hill at the
eastern end of the valley. It is 6 kilometers to the north of Bhaktapur and 22 kilometers from
Kathmandu. The temple is one of the oldest Hindu temples of the valley, and is believed to have been
constructed first in the 4th century. Changu Narayan is the name of Vishnu and the temple is dedicated
to him. A stone slab discovered in the vicinity of the temple dates to the 5th century, and is the oldest
such stone inscription discovered in Nepal. It was rebuilt after the old temple was devastated. Many
stone sculptures here date to the Lichcchavi period. Changu Narayan Temple is listed by UNESCO as a
World Heritage Site.
Nagarkot is located 32 km east of Kathmandu. At an elevation of 2,195 meters, it is considered one of
the most scenic spots in Bhaktapur District. It is renowned as an international tourist destination with
spectacular views of the whole Langtang range, sunrise on the mountains and sunset views.
Nagarkot has become famous as one of the best spots to view Mount Everest as well as other snowtopped peaks of the Himalayan range of eastern Nepal. It also offers an excellent view of the Indrawati
river valley to the east. With an elevation of 2,195 meters, Nagarkot also offers a panoramic view of the
Valley and is described by visitors as a place whose beauty endures year round.
Dhulikhel is located at the Eastern rim of Kathmandu valley, south of the Himalayas at 1550m above sea
level and is situated 30 km southeast of Kathmandu and 74 km southwest of Kodari. The people in the
village are Newar, Brahmin, Chhettri, Tamang and Dalit.
The panorama offers a majestic undisturbed view of the Himalayan ranges stretching from Mount
Annapurna in the far west to Mount Karolung in the Far East. More than twenty Himalayan peaks
including Mt. Annapurna (8091 m), Mt. Ganesh Himal (7429 m), Mt. Langtang (7234 m), Mt.
Phuribichyachu (6637 m), Mt. Gaurishanker (7134 m), Mt. Lhotse (8516 m) and many others can be
seen in their full glory from the different vantage points in Dhulikhel. In short, it is the foremost point
for the mountain-oriented sightseeing since time immemorial. The eco-Himalayan atmosphere will
surprise anyone an unforgettable experience in lifetime.
Namo Buddha is an important Buddhist Pilgrimage site of Nepal, and one of the three main stupa of
Kathmandu Valley i.e. Buddha Stupa, Swoyambhunath Stupa and Namo Buddha.. It is situated about 40
km to the south east of Kathmandu city. The stupa was built on the bones and hair of prince
Mahasattva, which stands on the slopes of the GandhaMalla hill . It is a pleasant and out-of-the way place
and also the right place for meditation and practice.
Detail Itinerary
Changunarayan -Nagarkot –Dhulikhel-Namobuddha
Days
Destinations
Activities
Day 01
Changunarayan Nagarkot
-Wake up
-Breakfast
-Drive to Changunarayan (1500m.) situated
at 20 km east of Kathmandu
-Start trek to Nagarkot (2175m.)
-lunch Enroute Telkot
Arrival At Nagarkot
-Dinner
-Overnight in hotel.
Day 02
Nagarkot Dhulikhel
-Early in the morning sunrise view from
the hotel With having breakfast
-Walk of 5-6hrs takes to reach Dhulikhel
(1440m)
-Arrival At Dhulikhel And Lunch
-Refreshment
-Overnight in hotel.
Day 03
DhulikhelNamobuddha Kathmandu
-Breakfast
-Start hike to the Namobuddha (1982m)
about 3hrs, situated on hill top
-Drive back to Kathmandu.
Cost Details
Cost includes:
Remarks
 1 night Accommodation at Peaceful Cottage, twin sharing basis on BB plan.
 1 night Accommodation at Mount Princess Hotel, twin sharing basis on BB plan.
 All Transportation by private car.
 Well English Speaking Guide.
 All travel related information.
Cost excludes:
 Lunch/Dinner
 Personal Expenses
 Camera fees & entrance fees (if any).
 Mineral water, energy drink, table drink.
 The services of vehicles are not included on leisure days.
 Medical/insurance.