About Valley Ridge Trek:
Valley Ridge Trek is a breathtaking adventure that winds through some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes located in the heart of the Himalayas. Valley Ridge Trek offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Over the course of several days, trekkers traverse lush forests, picturesque meadows, and rugged terrain, all while enjoying stunning vistas of snow-capped peaks. Valley Ridge Trek is the opportunity to interact with indigenous communities and learn about their traditions and lifestyles. Trekkers also visit ancient monasteries and temples, immersing themselves in the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Kathmandu Summit Adventure’s 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 travelling 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’s drive from Katmandu City and comprises both the Sundarijal Chisapani Trek as well as Nagarkot Trek. The journey passes through the hills facing to the northeast of the Langtang Himalayan Range with magnificent views of the mountain.
The whole trail of Valley Ridge Trek offers the best mountain views. Nagarkot is the best viewpoint on the Valley Ridge trekking route where you will enjoy the 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 traditional 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.
Valley Ridge Trek Highlights:
- Breathtaking Scenery: Nepal is home to some of the world’s tallest peaks, including Mount Everest. You’ll encounter stunning mountain vistas, lush forests, alpine meadows, and serene lakes throughout your trek.
- Cultural Immersion: Trekking routes in Nepal pass through traditional villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups such as Sherpas, Gurungs, Tamangs, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in their rich cultures, sample local cuisine, and even stay in teahouses run by local families.
- Himalayan Wildlife: The trekking regions of Nepal are home to a variety of wildlife, including yaks, Himalayan tahr, red pandas, and various species of birds. Keep your eyes peeled for these fascinating creatures along the trail.
- Challenging Passes: Many treks in Nepal involve crossing high mountain passes, providing both a physical challenge and spectacular panoramic views.
- Monasteries and Temples: Trekking routes often pass by ancient monasteries and temples, offering insight into the spiritual and religious practices of the region.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu:
Upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, a representative from Kathmandu Summit Adventure will greet you and take you to your hotel. After checking in, you can rest or visit the Kathmandu Summit Adventure office. You may also want to explore the streets of Thamel, a popular tourist hub in Kathmandu, where you can shop for souvenirs. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be hosted by Kathmandu Summit Adventure, featuring delicious Nepalese cuisine that will give you a taste of the country’s authentic food culture. Overnight stay in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation:
We tour Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath stupa and Bouddhanath stupa which are all world heritage sites. The Durbar Square sheds light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as the Monkey Temple and Baudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. At noon, we are introduced to our fellow participants and discuss our trip at the Tour and Trekking Nepal office. Overnight in Kathmandu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 03: Drive to Sundarijal then Chisapani Trek:
We drive to Sundarijal (2200m) in a private vehicle. Upon reaching Sundarijal we start our day hiking through Mulkharka village passing many forests and trekking up to east ridge to Shivapuri forest. From here we can enjoy views of many beautiful mountains and different landscapes. We trek down to Chisapani. Overnight in Chisapani. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 04: Chisapani to Nagarkot Trek:
Our destination is Nagarkot today. After having breakfast, we set up for today’s walk. Today’s hike is rather longer with majestic mountain views offered throughout the day. We enjoy the sunset at the mountains from the Nagarkot hill station. Nagarkot itself is popular among urban people of Kathmandu as a nearby destination to spend weekends enjoying magnificent & panoramic views of many Himalayan ranges including the 8,848 meters top of the world Mt. Everest. We go to bed rather early as we also need to catch tomorrow’s mountain sunrise view. Overnight stay in Nagarkot. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 05: Nagarkot to Nala to Banepa trek Bhaktapur Sightseeing to Kathmandu:
We wake up early to see sunrise through the eastern Himalayan ranges views including Mt. Everest. After breakfast, we start our trek to Banepa. Passing through pine forests and many farmlands, we reach Nala village where we visit some important shrines. Upon reaching Banepa visiting the temples and observing some cultural aspects there, we drive to Bhaktapur. We do sightseeing at Bhatapur Durbar Square and drive back to Kathmandu Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 06: Farewell Friend and Departure/Fly back Home:
Our journey in Nepal comes to an end today! A Kathmandu Summit Adventure representative will drop us off at the airport approximately 3 hours before our scheduled flight. On our way to home, we have plenty of time to plan our next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
Service Included
- Free airport picks upon your arrival and a drop at the end of your trip
- National Park Permit
- 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara.
- All necessary ground transportation as per itinerary
- Complete free trekking information before going to trek
- Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek
- All nights in local teahouses/lodges during trekking
- An experienced licensed holder Trekking Guide
- Foods, transportation, accommodations and local tax for guides and porters
- Medical first aid kit box ( which is carried by your team)
- A down jacket, sleeping bag and all necessary trekking gear are available on a hire
- Trekking Map
Service Excluded
- Your travel insurance ( Travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip and it must be covered both medical and emergency evacuation with a minimum cost of USD 100, 000.
- Hot shower, WIFI, and any electronic battery charge only in trekking.
- Bottled/alcoholic/cold drinks, room service, and cart meals.
- Extra night accommodation or meals in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure and early return from trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Tips and gratitude to your guides, porters, and drivers
- Nepal entry visa fees
Note: The above-mentioned program itinerary is a sample. The period and cost of tour, trekking, volunteering or internship can be changed or extended as per travellers or volunteers' availability of duration.
