Nepal is a land of scenic grandeur and unbeatable scenic allures. One needs not to be a mountaineer to trek in the hills of Nepal where more than half of the total population of the country live. A short trek will reveal picturesque hamlets surrounded by elaborate terraced fields and forested ridges; a longer trek may yield rich contrasts in people and culture from one ecological level to another. The rich variety in flora and fauna found within a short distance is another rewarding experience of trekking and, of course, there is always the prospect of viewing some of the highest mountains in the world. Wherever one travels, he or she finds the Nepali people friendly and hospitable and the safe trails. Depending on the season, one may meet on one's journey, local people in their distinctive dresses, laden porters, caravans of sheep and goats or Gurkha soldiers. Life in rural Nepal is hard but simple; however, there are at the same time many religious and social events that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the people

Kathmandu valley also offers a variety of superb trekking routes. These delightful short treks near the Kathmandu valley, just within few hour drives, the treks offer typical rural Nepal with magnificent views of different Himalayan ranges and it has been designed for people with less time or for those not wishing to travel too far outside of the Kathmandu Valley. It's not always easy walking but generally so, however the treks are at low altitude compared to many other treks in Nepal.

Trekking around Kathmandu valley offers rich insight into Nepali village life, history, culture and religion as well as offering some wonderful vistas of the Himalayas. Very few people have trekked around the Kathmandu valley. Some of the important treks around Kathmandu valley are Namobuddha Trek, Balthali Village Trek, Shivapuri Village Trek, Nagarkot Trek, etc.

Nepal Short Hiking Trips arround Kathmandu Valley

As the name suggests, Changunarayan Nagarkot Dhulikhel trek passes through many sites of religious, cultural and historical importance, Changunarayan Nagarkot trekking is therefore known by various names such as, Hike to Nagarkot, Changunarayan Nagarkot hiking, Dhulikhel treks, trek to Dhulikhel and Dhulikhel trekking etc.

As the name suggests, Changunarayan Nagarkot Dhulikhel trek passes through many sites of religious, cultural and historical importance, Changunarayan Nagarkot trekking is therefore known by various names such as, Hike to Nagarkot, Changunarayan Nagarkot hiking, Dhulikhel treks, trek to Dhulikhel and Dhulikhel trekking etc.

Sundarijal Nagarkot trekking in Nepal is a short and easy trek commencing few kilometers from the north of Kathmandu along the valley rim through Sundarijal and then east to Nagarkot via Chisopani.

Kathmandu valley has long been the center of culture, trade and learning in Nepal. Among the major trekking routes of Kathmandu valley, Balthali trek is one of them. The small settlement of Balthali village (1,730m.) is standing on a plateau, just beyond Panauti above 40 Km away from Kathmandu. The village is situated at the junction of Roshi and Ladku rivers.

Kakani / Shivapuri and Nagarkot Village trek is one of the finest trekking routes around Kathmandu valley. The trek is named after the Shivapuri National Park, which is regarded as the nearest National Park from the International Airport. It is just 25 km from the capital, Kathmandu.

This majestic new destination of Nepal offers a really unique, amazing & interesting tour for eco tourism, short hiking to Chandragiri hill (2275mtr ) 6 hours to & from, or start hiking from Kirtipur to Machhenarayan temple tour in 2 hours and another an hour to Hotel.

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