Chandragiri Hill Half Day Tour is the most adventurous and exciting tour package in Kathmandu. The trek is specially designed for the people who love challenge and want to explore some magnificent vista and green surrounding. If you are looking for budget and time friendly tour package, the half day tour is for you.
Situated at the hilltop in the south-west of Kathmandu, Chandragiri Hills these days is one of the most popular tourist destinations for short day tour. The legend says that Satidevi’s forehead was fallen at this place while Shiva was wandering unconsciously by carrying her immolated body on his shoulder. At the top of the hill, there is Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple which holds the religious belief that Lord Shiva grants tranquility and blessing to the pilgrim whoever visits this temple to worship.
In past days, the place was ignored and less visited by the visitors due to poor road condition; but with the recent construction of concrete road and cable car service, the number of visitors has been increased at the hilltop. To reach at the top, the tourists can hire a vehicle up-to the gate of Chandragiri; or grab a cable car ticket and enjoy the panoramic adventurous glide.
The top of the hill is a serene and peaceful place from where tranquil 360° vista of Kathmandu valley and few mountains nearby Kathmandu is perceived. At the hill, there are many shops, restaurants, seminar hall and a newly constructed Chandragiri Hills Resort which offer the delicious food, hospitality and satisfaction. The hill also has children’s park with many toys and playing items. Enjoy the hill, scenery, food and climate.
This place is also a historically significant place. It is believed that when King Prithivi Narayan Shah saw the valley from the top, he was enchanted with the prosperity and climate of Kathmandu valley; and the plan of unification of Nepal was masterminded from this Place.
If you want to enjoy the historical, religious and beautiful place nearby Kathmandu; Chandragiri hills half day tour is suitable for you. The place is busy with local visitors during holidays and Saturdays; so plan the tour to enjoy the hassle free journey when there is less visitors.
The package includes the two ways private transportation service; private driver and an experienced city tour guide. The private car drops you at the cable car station parking from where you have to buy a cable car ticket to reach at the top of the hills. The two ways tickets cost $22 USD which you have to pay. The price of the ticket is not included in the package as the rate of the ticket sometime rises higher or lower.
Chandragiri Hill Tour Itinerary:
09:00 am- Pick up from your Hotel
10:00 am- Arrive Chandragiri cable car station
10:15 am: Boarding
10:25 am: Arrive landing port and explore
12:00 pm- Return Car parking
01:00 pm- Back to Hotel
