Nagarkot

One of the larger cities in the Kathmandu Valley, Nagarkot is located 18 miles (30 kilometers) northeast of the city of Kathmandu. A tiny town with a population of less than 5,000, Nagarkot is known for its excellent location, which offers commanding views of the nearby valley and mountains; indeed, on a crystal-clear day, it is even possible to see the summit of Everest from here. In addition, the inhabitants of Nagarkot lead lives little altered by the passing of time, with few distractions in this idyllic, quaint village.

Guests should also note that Nagarkot is a good place to acclimate to the high altitude of the area; at 7,200 feet (2,195 meters), Nagarkot is a comfortable medium, neither too high nor too low.

Experiences

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Horseback Riding

Ride through the countryside to nearby Tamang Monastery and make a rest stop for photos. You will be able to see a panoramic view of Lantang, Kerung, Ganesh Himal and Sanjen Himal ranges, as well as the nearby Parvatikunda Lake.

Mount Everest at Dawn

Rise at dawn to see the sunrise over Himalayas. Few people in the world will be able to see the peak of Mount Everest at dawn, and Nagarkot is the only point in the Kathmandu Valley where such a vista is possible.

Mountain Biking

Bike to a series of interesting villages near Nagarkot. For those who wish to eschew the bikes and prefer to walk, it’s about two hours – all downhill.

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Club Himalaya

Club Himalaya

Nagarkot, Nepal

Club Himalaya sits at 7,200 feet above sea level, atop a remote mountain outside Kathmandu famed for its beauty, and offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Annapurna and Mount Everest. With 52 rooms and suites designed in modern decor, each with a terrace that overlooks snow clad mountains, Club Himalaya is one of the best places on earth to see the sun rise and set over the Himalayas, and an excellent location to acclimate to the high altitude. Dining options include two restaurants that serve a combination of Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisine, while other hotel amenities include a gym complex, business center, swimming pool and jacuzzi, jogging track, and spa. Club Himalaya is approximately one hour by car from Kathmandu.

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A young couple from Calgary

The 74-year-old head monk informed us we were the first foreigners he had ever met or to enter the monastery.

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