5 Day Chisapani Nagarkot Hike and Ayurvedic Massage in Nepal

As you make your way through the lush green forests of the park, you'll come across Changu Narayan temple, Nepal's oldest temple, and other UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Your journey will take you through the beautiful hamlets of Chisapani and Nagarkot, where you can experience stunning views of hills and mountains. Nagarkot hill station, at an altitude of 2195 m, is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Himalayas.

The trek is an all-year-round adventure that can be enjoyed regardless of the season. The best time to embark on this trek is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons when the weather is pleasant, and the skies are clear, offering stunning views of the Himalayas.

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Yoga hike from Chisapani to Nagarkot begins from Sundarijal, which is dominated by the cascading waterfalls. The forest begins walking for half an hour and with a check-in, the isolated trail begins. Mulkharka is one of the wonderful view points along the trail. The yoga and meditation take place in Chisapani and Nagarkot that heals your body and mind excitingly.

The Chisapani Nagarkot yoga trek is an all-year-round trek that can be enjoyed regardless of the season. While the monsoon season may make the path a bit challenging to walk, the yoga trek can proceed anytime within the year.

Daily Schedule

Day 1

Early morning at 07:00 to 08:00, enjoy a one-hour yoga and meditation class.

At 09:00, have breakfast and drive to Sundarijal. From your hotel to Sundarijal (1350 meters), it takes approximately one hour. Then, trek to Chisapani (2300 meters) for 4 to 5 hours.

The first settlement you will come across is the sprawling Tamang settlement Mulkharka.

The trail continues on a gentle climb through the forest ridges before it drops down to Chisapani (cold water) (2300 meters). It is situated on the ridge from where you can see countless snow peaks. The sunrise on the Himalayas, from Annapurna to Everest, is outstanding. Enjoy the spectacular view of the mountains. Have a chat while eating dinner, then overnight.

Day 2: Trek Chisapani to Nagarkot (2156 meters) – 6 to 7 hours

Early morning 07:00 to 08:00 you will do a one-hour yoga and meditation session, then have breakfast at 09:00. Afterward, continue the trek. The trail leads you to the popular place of Nagarkot (2156 meters). Enjoy a long day hike with a Nepalese cultural village lifestyle and beautiful mountain views.

After reaching Nagarkot, admire the sunset view. It offers magnificent and panoramic views of many Himalayan ranges including the 8,848-meter top of the world Mt. Everest. Among many incredible sights, sunrise and sunset views over the mountains are one of the best. Have a chat and dinner. Overnight.

Day 3: Trek Nagarkot to Changunarayan (1541 meters)

Wake up earlier to see the sunrise, then back to the hotel and do a one-hour yoga class. Have breakfast and at 09:00, walk down from Nagarkot to Changunarayan which takes approximately 3 to 4 hours. The most popular walk leads down from Nagarkot along a ridge to the temple of Changu Narayan with views of the ancient town of Sankhu village to the right and Bhaktapur to the left.

Changunarayan is situated at the end of a long ridge that runs well into the valley. It is the oldest temple in the valley and is said to have been built in 323 AD by King Hari Datta Varma. The temple is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings.

Have dinner and stay overnight.

Day 4: Bhaktapur to Kathmandu

After having breakfast, trek from Changunarayan to Bhaktapur which takes approximately 2 hours, or you may drive 30 minutes to the Bhaktapur Durbar Square. The tour guide will lead you to explore the Durbar complex. The temple is richly decorated with sculptures and carvings.

There are still more remarkable sites; Bhaktapur is known as the "living museum." An old brick-paved enclave of the old Royal palace, Nyatapola Temple and Dattatreya Temple's exquisite artwork offers a picture of the grandeur of medieval Nepal.

Lunch around Durbar Square and drive back to Kathmandu to transfer to your hotel today. From 17:00 to 18:00, we provide a one-hour Ayurvedic massage. Dinner on your own. Overnight.

Day 5

After breakfast, drop off at the airport or extend your holiday.