The 9 Best Sunrise Hikes in Nepal

1.Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · from $45Our pick

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, then hike through Nepalese villages to Changu Narayan on this private Kathmandu day trip.

“Great hike through rural ethnic villages that farm and raise animals chickens, goats etc. The chances of a clear sunrise view are only 50/50 so don’t go just for that. We didn’t get a view of the Himalayas only a red ball of the sun. But the hike was wonderful, long but not overly difficult, and wonderful people, animals and villages along the way capped off by a UNESCO World Heritage Site temple with wonderful souvenirs abounding. A great follow up to my city tour of Kathmandu sites the previous day.”

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2.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Morning Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · 3 - 7.5 hours

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot through villages and forests, cross a suspension bridge, and visit Changu Narayan.

“An amazing sunrise with Himalaya views, and a nice hike through villages and jungle, over a 250m long suspension bridge. Our guide Anon made this day truly memorable.”

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3.Nagarkot Sunrise and Hike Tour to Changu Narayan

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 151 reviews · from $55

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan, and explore villages, forests, and Nepalese culture.

“Amazing sunrise at Nagarkot with a hood hiking to Changu Narayan. The hike was very informative as we pass through many villages. The guide is knowledgeable and told us many facts about the places we passed on the way. The commuting was very smooth as well. All the best to both Bikash and Pradip.”

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4.Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike with Lunch -Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 3.5 - 7 hours

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan, and enjoy villages, forests, lunch, and hotel pickup.

“Despite the clouds and not being able to fully enjoy the sunrise, the morning was an absolute success. Suresh was incredibly friendly and accommodating, thoughtfully re-arranging the morning hike to show me as much as possible — and even taking it further. A truly special morning. Thank you, Suresh!”

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5.Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $35

Review of Kathmandu’s Nagarkot sunrise and Changu Narayan hike, with practical advice on views, trails, price, lunch, weather, and temple fees.

“Highly recommend this tour. My guide communicated with me really well before and during the trip and going the extra mile to check I was ok throughout the trek. Unfortunately the weather was against me so didn’t see sunrise but it was stilRead more”

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6.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $10Best value

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan, and enjoy transport, a guide, and lunch from Kathmandu.

“Enjoyed every second of it! The guide and the driver together made the whole experience smooth and fun! Highly recommend for a good dose of fresh air and great views!”

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7.2-Day Ullerai, Ghorepani & Poon Hill – Sunrise Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 days · from $108

Review of the 2-day Poon Hill trek from Pokhara, with sunrise views, mountain villages, tea-house lodging, transport, costs, and practical tips.

“Amazing trek with amazing views thanks to an amazing guide! Thank you so much Jeet Bhadur for everything! Communication was super easy, as well as the pick up from the hotel and the drive to the starting point. Can only recommend!”

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8.Nagarkot Sunrise & Hiking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 6 hours

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas at Nagarkot, then hike through Nepalese villages and forests to historic Changu Narayan Temple.

“I had such a wonderful experience! Sadly, the weather didn’t cooperate with the sunrise, but the remainder of the activity was top notch! Timely, safe transportation. Guide was top notch with so much trekking experience and historical knowledge. His pace was definitely faster than mine and at times I fell behind and felt a bit rushed as we moved through the tour. When I mentioned that he was responsive and relaxed with the time and pace! Would highly recommend!”

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9.Nagarkot Sunrise Tour with Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13 reviews · 7 hours · from $50

Review of Nagarkot sunrise and day hike from Kathmandu, with Himalayan views, village trails, guide tips, price, timing, and practical advice.

“Szuper élmény! Az idegenvezetőnk profi és nagyon kedves volt. A napfelkelte csodálatos volt, a túra egyszerűen felejthetetlen élményeket adott. Beleláttunk az emberek hétköznapi életébe. A túra végén a drótkötélhídon is átkelhettünk.”

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