Valley Ridge Trek – 6 Days
Trip Itinerary
Trek amid the distant mountain views in the Valley Ridge trekking with plenty of offerings of the local cultural tastes
Valley Ridge trek is an easy trek offering distant views of the snowy mountains and an idea of the typical Nepali countryside life and ethnic culture. This Valley Ridge trekking is best suited for those who are traveling with children, families, and students who do not have enough time for longer treks into the high mountains. Our Valley Ridge trek starts from just an hour drive from Katmandu City and comprises both Sundarijal Chisapani trek as well as Nagarkot trek. The journey passes through the hills facing to the north-east of Langtang Himalayan Range with the magnificent views of the mountain. The whole trail of Valley Ridge trek offers the best mountain views. Nagarkot is the best viewpoint on Valley Ridge trekking route where you will enjoy panoramic Himalayan scenery of Mt. Everest, Mt. Ganesh Himal, Mt. Gaurishanker, Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Langtang Himalayan range, and Rolwaling Himalayan range. Don’t miss the sunrise and sunset views on these mountains. Agro-old tradition hospitality is an added bonus for the trek. Valley Ridge trek is the Shangri-La route and a novelty destination. The trekking route is surrounded by hills and is the cradle of Nepalese civilization and culture.
Nala and Banepa add the cultural taste to the trek with the interesting Newari settlements rich in architecture. Don’t also miss out the famous temples that these places host, such as Nala Bhagawati Temple, Kanyakumari Temple, and Chandeswori temple to name a few.”
Overview
Arrival City
Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure City
Kathmandu, Nepal
Lodging Level
4-Star Hotel (Yatri Suites and Spa)
Meals
4 dinner, 5 breakfast, 3 lunch
Trip Grade
Moderate

Maximum Altitude
2,175m/7,136ft
Attractions
Swayambhunath Stupa, Nagarkot, Bhaktapur, Sundarijal, Chisapani, Banepa, Kathmandu Durbar Square
Activity
Trekking and Hiking
Styles
Active Adventures
Outline Itinerary
| Itinerary | Maximum Altitude | Walking/Hiking |
|---|---|---|
| Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu | 1,350m/4,429ft | - |
| Day 02 Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation | 1,350m/4,429ft | - |
| Day 03 Drive to Sundarijal and trek to Chisapani | 1,550m/5,086ft | 4-5 hrs |
| Day 04 Trek to Nagarkot | 2,175m/7,136ft | 5-6 hrs |
| Day 05 Trek to Nala-Banepa - Bhaktapur sightseeing- Kathmandu | 1,440m/4,725ft | 4-5 hrs |
| Day 06 Farewell Friend | - |
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
- Equipment
- Local Guide & Support Staffs
- All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
- Meals (Breakfast)
- Small-Group Adventure
- Guaranteed Departures
- Lifetime Deposit
- No Booking Fee
The facilities in route to around ridge is well developed. You can enjoy typical Nepali food, different ethnic cuisines as well as all types of international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.) from pizza and Chips to apple pie. You can even enjoy hot chocolates, variety of breads, variety of drinks, and snacks. Breakfast of a day will be provided from the teahouse/lodge menu where you spent your night. Lunch will be served on the way to destination, dinner and breakfast in the teahouse where you will spend the night. A welcome dinner, a farewell dinner and breakfasts will be provided during your stay in Kathmandu.
All accommodations for Valley Ridge trek are in hotel/lodges on twin sharing basis included in the trip cost and are chosen based on standard of hygiene, standard of service and food, location, etc. During the trip, you will spend three nights in a 3-star hotel, We will be staying in Yatri Suites & Spa or similar in Kathmandu and during your trekking you will spend 2 nights in standard hotel/guesthouse. If you are a solo traveler, you will share a room with someone else of same sex of your group. If you prefer a single room, you may indicate your preference and get single rooms on request by paying single supplement USD 250.
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