5:00 AM: Pickup from your Hotel
Our comfortable private air-conditioned (AC) vehicle will pick you up from your Hotel before dawn to ensure you will reach Nagarkot in time for the magical sunrise. Please be aware that sunrise time is different throughout the year, so pick-up time will be managed according to sunrise time. We will pick you up one and a half hours earlier than the time of sunrise because it takes around one and a half hours to drive to Nagarkot from Kathmandu.
6:30 AM Sunrise at Nagarkot View Point:
Nagarkot, situated at an altitude of 2,175 meters, is famous for its panoramic views. Upon arrival in Nagarkot, we will take you to the viewpoint where you can witness the sun rising slowly over snow-capped mountains and the color of the sky becomes golden as well as the mountains, which is a sight to see. This moment gives you an incredible view of some of the tallest mountains in the world, including Mount Everest on a clear day.
After enjoying the sunrise, you can enjoy breakfast in a cozy Nagarkot restaurant, enjoying the views of the Himalayas.
9:00 AM Head to Bhaktapur and Explore Bhaktapur
After enjoying a hearty breakfast in Nagarkot, we will drive toward the historic city of Bhaktapur, known as Nepal's “City of Devotees” and one of the most preserved ancient cities of Kathmandu valley. Bhaktapur was once the capital city of Nepal so it is very historically significant with its architectural wonders. Many locals say Pagoda-style architecture was started from this place.
Begin your exploration of Bhaktapur Durbar Square a UNESCO Heritage site, filled with ancient temples and statues. The architectural sites like the 55-window Palace, Nyatapola Temple, and the Vatsala Temple are one of a kind that is found in this Durbar Square, which offers an in-depth view of the valley's cultural heritage. You can learn about wooden artworks, ancient statues, and religious symbolism that make this place a cultural treasure.
You can enjoy local delicacies like “Juju Dhau” (King of Yogurt), a Bhaktapur specialty, along with other local dishes. You can explore Taumandhi Square, home to the towering Nyatapola Temple- Nepal's tallest and one of the most impressive pagodas of Nepal. It is a five-story building with detailed wooden carvings that have survived many big earthquakes. You can stroll to Pottery Square, it is a place where artisans shape clay pots using traditional methods that have been passed through generations. It’s a unique opportunity to see local craftsmanship, and you can even try to craft one yourself.
3:00 PM Return to Kathmandu
After finishing exploring Bhaktapur, we will wrap up our tour and head back to Kathmandu, ensuring you have plenty of time to relax and scroll through your camera to look at pictures of the whole day.