Kathmandu Valley & Nagarkot Family Tour

Kathmandu Valley 5 Days Easy

Three royal cities, two world-famous stupas, a cable car ride to 2,551 m and a night in Nagarkot for sunrise: all in five easy days, with one private vehicle keeping your family together. This tour is planned for families who want Nepal’s culture without the stress of arranging transport, hotels and transfers. Stay in Thamel and Nagarkot, travel at your own pace, and let Ghumnajaau handle the logistics. Tell us your family’s interests and we will adjust the plan before you book.

Overview

Trip Facts

Duration 5 Days
Difficulty Easy. Includes steps and uneven paving, no trekking
Max Altitude Chandragiri Hills, approx. 2,551 m (by cable car)
Best Season Chandragiri Hills, approx. 2,551 m (by cable car)
Style / Activity Family Holidays
Group Size 1+ Persons
Accommodation Private package Tour
Start / End Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Travellers Per person
1 US$405
2 US$210
3-5 US$156
6-10 US$94

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Trip Highlights

  • Walk through the historic Durbar Squares of Kathmandu, Patan and Bhaktapur.
  • Visit Swayambhunath and Boudhanath, two of Nepal’s most important Buddhist landmarks.
  • Experience the riverside atmosphere of Pashupatinath
  • Ride the Chandragiri cable car for valley and mountain views, weather permitting.
  • Overnight in Nagarkot and wake early for a Himalayan sunrise.
  • Travel together in a private vehicle, with airport transfers arranged for you

Itinerary

Location: Kathmandu
Duration: Drive: airport to Thamel, approx. 30–45 min
Altitude Different: Altitude: approx. 1,350 m
Meal: not included
Accommodation: 3-star hotel, Thamel

A Ghumnajaau representative meets you at Kathmandu airport and takes you to your hotel in Thamel. Rest after your journey, or take an optional evening walk through Thamel’s shops, cafés and markets.

Location: Kathmandu Valley
Duration: rive: approx. 1–1.5 hours in total between stops
Altitude Different: 1,350 m < 2,551 m
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

After breakfast, visit Swayambhunath, the hilltop stupa with views across the valley. Continue to Chandragiri Hills and take the cable car to the summit (tickets paid separately; operation depends on conditions). In the afternoon, explore Kathmandu Durbar Square, including Kal Bhairav, Kumari Ghar and the museum, subject to opening hours. The Kumari’s appearance follows the permitted viewing schedule and cannot be guaranteed.

This is a full day, so an early start is recommended.

Walking: light to moderate, with steps at Swayambhunath 

Location: Nagarkot
Duration: Drive: Patan to Nagarkot approx. 1.5–2 hours
Altitude Different: 1,350 m < 2,100 m
Meal: breakfast
Accommodation: Resort, Nagarkot

Visit Pashupatinath, then Boudhanath Stupa, then Patan Durbar Square with its Newar courtyards and temples. In the afternoon, drive to Nagarkot and check in to your resort for a quiet evening in the hills.

This is the busiest day. Travelling with young children or prefer a slower pace? Ask for the relaxed option, which shortens or swaps stops.

Location: Nagarkot to Bhaktapur
Duration: Drive: Nagarkot to Bhaktapur approx. 1–1.5 hours
Altitude Different: 2,100 m > 1,350 m
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: 3 Star Hotel

Rise early for sunrise and Himalayan views over the hills. Visibility depends on cloud and haze, so a clear morning is a bonus rather than a promise. After breakfast, drive to Bhaktapur to explore its squares, temples and brick lanes, then return to Kathmandu. Use your free time to relax or shop.

Location: Kathmandu
Altitude Different: 1,350 m
Meal: breakfast, subject to departure time
Accommodation: N/A

Have breakfast (subject to your flight time and hotel serving hours) and transfer to the airport. We suggest leaving the hotel at least 3 hours before an international flight.

Sightseeing order may change with traffic, opening hours, weather and local conditions.

Cost Includes & Excludes

What's Included?

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers
  • Private Vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
  • Sightseeing Tour Guide for entire tour.
  • 3 nights in a 3-star Thamel hotel and 1 night in a Nagarkot resort
  • One twin/double room (subject to confirmation)
  • Daily breakfast
  • Transport to all itinerary sightseeing locations
  • Applicable government taxes

What's Excluded?

  • Lunch, dinner, drinks and snacks
  • Monument and museum entrance fees
  • Chandragiri cable car tickets
  • Flights, travel insurance and visa fees
  • Personal expenses, shopping and tips
  • Optional activities, upgrades and extras

Map and Elevation

FAQ's

Yes. Your group travels in its own vehicle for all sightseeing and transfers.

Yes, for families who enjoy cultural sightseeing and short walks. Days 2 and 3 are full, and we can offer a relaxed option. Share your children’s ages and preferred pace.

No. Monument and museum fees and Chandragiri cable car tickets are paid separately.

No. The package includes a private vehicle with driver. A local guide can be added at extra cost

Three nights in a 3-star Thamel hotel and one night in a Nagarkot resort. Hotel names are confirmed in your final quotation.

On clear mornings Nagarkot offers wide Himalayan views, and Everest is sometimes visible as a distant peak. Visibility depends on weather, haze and your viewpoint, so no peak is guaranteed.

Yes. You can change the pace, hotels, rooms or number of nights before booking. Changes may affect the price.

Yes, in the permitted surrounding areas. Entry to the main temple is restricted to Hindus.

Request a family quotation. Pricing depends on age, room sharing, bedding, meals and attraction policies.

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