Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338m)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, where a Best Trips Nepal representative will transfer you to your hotel in Thamel. Relax or explore nearby streets. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Kakani (2,070m, 1 hour) and Trek to High Hill Camp (2,200m, 3-4 hours)
Drive 1 hour from Kathmandu to Kakani, a scenic hill station with views of Ganesh Himal. Trek 3-4 hours through forests to High Hill Camp, enjoying tranquil surroundings. Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 03: Trek to Shivapuri Hill (2,563m, 5-6 hours)
Trek 5-6 hours to Shivapuri Hill in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, passing rhododendron forests and spotting wildlife like Himalayan black bears or langurs. Enjoy Langtang and Manaslu views. Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 04: Trek to Chisapani (2,215m, 5-6 hours)
Trek 5-6 hours to Chisapani, a serene village with panoramic Himalayan vistas, including Langtang and Gaurishankar. Pass through Tamang settlements and lush trails. Overnight at a guesthouse.
Day 05: Trek to Nagarkot (2,732m, 6-7 hours)
Trek 6-7 hours to Nagarkot, a renowned hill station with sunrise views of Everest, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal. Traverse forests and farmlands, immersing in rural life. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 06: Trek to Dhulikhel (1,550m, 5-6 hours)
Trek 5-6 hours to Dhulikhel, a Newar town with views of Langtang and Annapurna. Pass through terraced fields and traditional villages, enjoying cultural interactions. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 07: Drive to Kathmandu (1,338m, 1 hour)
Drive 1 hour back to Kathmandu, relaxing or shopping in Thamel. Optionally explore nearby sites like Patan Durbar Square. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 08: Leisure Day in Kathmandu (1,338m)
Enjoy a free day to visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, or Bhaktapur Durbar Square, or relax in Thamel. Overnight at a hotel.
Day 09: Transfer to Airport, Departure
Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure, carrying memories of the Kathmandu Valley’s scenic trails.