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Ride the Chandragiri cable car for sweeping Himalayan views, then hike down through forested trails to a local home for a classic Nepali lunch. This easy, cultural half-day blends panorama, gentle exercise and authentic hospitality.
Ride the Chandragiri cable car for sweeping Himalayan views, then hike down through forested trails to a local home for a classic Nepali lunch. This easy, cultural half-day blends panorama, gentle exercise and authentic hospitality.
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Operated by Alpine Asian Treks and Expedition P. Ltd. · Chandragiri, Bagmati Province
The gondola rises and the valley drops away beneath you — terraced fields, scattered villages and a sudden, impossible sweep of Himalayan teeth along the northern horizon. In ten minutes the Chandragiri cable car delivers you to a summit where wind scrubs the air clear and the view demands a long, steady breath.
easy.
5–6 hours (includes transport and lunch).
Suitable for most fitness levels—able to walk gently downhill for 1.5–3 hours.
The tour includes a one-way Chandragiri cable car ticket to the summit; descent is by guided hike to Bhanjang where transport meets you.
The downhill trail is rated easy—most visitors with basic mobility can complete it, though there are uneven sections and some short steeper pitches.
Yes—the included Nepali set meal can be prepared vegetarian; advise dietary preferences when booking.
Pickup is from central Kathmandu hotels by air-conditioned vehicle; confirm your exact pickup point at booking.
Chandragiri was historically a strategic lookout for rulers surveying the Kathmandu Valley; today the temple and ridge remain cultural landmarks.
Stick to marked trails, avoid single-use plastics, and support local homestays — small actions that reduce erosion and sustain community benefits.
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