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Kathmandu: NamoBuddha Monastery Day Hike

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Half-day trip from Kathmandu visiting Drive to Dhulikhel (Max altitude: 1,550 meters), Hike to NamoBuddha Monastery (Max altitude: 1,750 meters) and Guest House Check-In & Overnight Stay (Optional). Operated by Cordial Trek Pvt. Ltd..

Highlights

  • Scenic drive to Dhulikhel

Kathmandu: NamoBuddha Monastery Day Hike: Key Facts

PriceFrom $146 per person
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Kathmandu: NamoBuddha Monastery Day Hike

Half-day trip from Kathmandu visiting Drive to Dhulikhel (Max altitude: 1,550 meters), Hike to NamoBuddha Monastery (Max...
6 hours
English
$146
Free cancellation

Full description

A half-day trip out of Kathmandu taking in Drive to Dhulikhel (Max altitude: 1,550 meters), Hike to NamoBuddha Monastery (Max altitude: 1,750 meters), Guest House Check-In & Overnight Stay (Optional) and Drive back to Kathmandu (Max altitude: 1,350 meters). There are 4 stops in all.

The running order is Drive to Dhulikhel (Max altitude: 1,550 meters), then Hike to NamoBuddha Monastery (Max altitude: 1,750 meters), then Guest House Check-In & Overnight Stay (Optional), then Drive back to Kathmandu (Max altitude: 1,350 meters).

The price covers hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu, Experienced, English-speaking guide, Comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle and One Lunch: Nepali Thali Set or Momo (for one-day options). It does not cover personal expenses, Additional food and beverages and Bhaktapur sightseeing (available as an optional add-on), so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $203 together rather than $146 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Drive to Dhulikhel (Max altitude: 1,550 meters)

Your day begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Kathmandu at your preferred time. Leaving the city behind, you will embark on a scenic 30-kilometer drive along the Araniko Highway toward the eastern rim of the Kathmandu Valley. Passing through historic Bhaktapur, dense urban streets quickly give way to terraced fields and rolling green hills. Arriving in the ancient hill town of Dhulikhel, your guide will usher you onto the serene trail toward Namobuddha.

Hike to NamoBuddha Monastery (Max altitude: 1,750 meters)

Leaving Dhulikhel behind, the trail climbs up stone steps past pine forests and opens to country paths winding through Tamang villages and terraced farmlands. Sweeping views of the Himalayas frame the horizon as you walk. After 3 to 4 hours, colorful prayer flags welcome you to sacred Namobuddha at 1,750 meters. Here, where a prince famously offered his body to feed a starving tigress, you will explore the serene Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery and enjoy a restful lunch.

Guest House Check-In & Overnight Stay (Optional)

For travelers staying overnight, your guide and driver will help you settle into the monastery guest house before bidding you farewell. You are welcome to spend the evening soaking in the tranquil surroundings, watching the golden sunset fade over the hills, and embracing the quiet atmosphere of the sanctuary as night falls.

Drive back to Kathmandu (Max altitude: 1,350 meters)

For travelers choosing the day hike option, after a restful lunch, your driver will take you on a comfortable scenic drive back to your hotel in Kathmandu.

Drive back to Kathmandu (Max altitude: 1,350 meters)

For travelers choosing the overnight stay option, wake up to a serene mountain sunrise and the monastery monks' soothing morning chants. After enjoying a quiet breakfast with panoramic countryside views, you will have extra time to explore the monastery grounds and interact with the local community. Furthermore, you can capture morning photos before meeting your driver for the scenic return drive back to your hotel in Kathmandu.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
  • Experienced, English-speaking guide
  • Comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle
  • One Lunch: Nepali Thali Set or Momo (for one-day options)
  • One breakfast, one lunch, and one dinner (for the overnight stay option)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Private overnight stay at the monastery guesthouse (for the overnight stay option)
  • All applicable monument entrance fees

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Additional food and beverages
  • Bhaktapur sightseeing (available as an optional add-on)

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
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Duration 6 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu, Experienced, English-speaking guide, Comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle, One Lunch: Nepali Thali Set or Momo (for one-day options), One breakfast, one lunch, and one dinner (for the overnight stay option), Bottled drinking water, Private overnight stay at the monastery guesthouse (for the overnight stay option), All applicable monument entrance fees
The duration of the Kathmandu: NamoBuddha Monastery Day Hike is typically 6 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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