Chandragiri Hills Cable Car Experience
Description
Experience one of Kathmandu’s most popular hill escapes with a scenic cable car ride to Chandragiri Hills. Visit the sacred Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, enjoy panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley, explore the view tower, and spend a relaxing day surrounded by nature. On clear days, visitors can enjoy spectacular Himalayan panoramas.
Best Time to Visit
- October–December: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Himalayan views
- January–March: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clear mornings
- April–May: ⭐⭐⭐ Pleasant weather
- June–September: ⭐⭐ Lush greenery but mountain views depend on monsoon cloud cover.
Ideal For
- Families
- Couples
- Nature lovers
- Pilgrims
- Photographers
- International visitors
- Weekend travellers
Highlights
Highlights
- 🚠 Scenic cable car ride (about 9–13 minutes)
- 🛕 Visit the historic Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
- 🏔️ Panoramic Himalayan views on clear days
- 🌄 View Tower with 360° valley scenery
- 🍽️ Restaurants, cafés and food court
- 🎢 Adventure activities including zipline, sky cycling, swing and freefall
- 👨👩👧 Suitable for families, couples and solo travellers
Snapshot
Address
Chandragiri Cable Car, F180, Thankot, Chandragiri-04, Chandragiri, Chandragiri Municipality, Kathmandu, Bagamati Province, 44619, Nepal
Chandragiri Cable Car, F180, Thankot, Chandragiri-04, Chandragiri, Chandragiri Municipality, Kathmandu, Bagamati Province, 44619, Nepal
Group Size
2-9
Duration
3-4 Hrs
Start Time
7:00 AM
Live Tour Guide
English, Hindi
Experience Details
Itinerary
Escape the busy streets of Kathmandu and enjoy a memorable day at Chandragiri Hills. The journey begins with a cable car ride that climbs from Thankot to an elevation of approximately 2,551 metres, offering changing views of forests, hills and the Kathmandu Valley below.
At the summit, visitors can explore the revered Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, relax in the landscaped surroundings, climb the observation tower, enjoy local and international cuisine, or simply admire the panoramic scenery. During clear weather, the viewpoint offers sweeping Himalayan vistas that can include Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Gaurishankar and even Mount Everest in the distance.
Whether you're planning a half-day getaway, a family outing, or a peaceful hilltop retreat near Kathmandu, Chandragiri Hills is one of the city's most accessible and rewarding experiences.
Suggested Itinerary
7:30 AM – Arrive at Chandragiri Cable Car Base Station
8:00 AM – Board the cable car to Chandragiri Hills
8:15 AM – Reach the hilltop and enjoy panoramic valley views
8:30 AM – Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
9:00 AM – Explore the View Tower and take photographs
9:30 AM – Enjoy breakfast or coffee at the hilltop café
10:15 AM – Relax, stroll around the viewpoint, or try adventure activities
11:00 AM – Return by cable car
11:30 AM – Depart for Kathmandu
At the summit, visitors can explore the revered Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, relax in the landscaped surroundings, climb the observation tower, enjoy local and international cuisine, or simply admire the panoramic scenery. During clear weather, the viewpoint offers sweeping Himalayan vistas that can include Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Gaurishankar and even Mount Everest in the distance.
Whether you're planning a half-day getaway, a family outing, or a peaceful hilltop retreat near Kathmandu, Chandragiri Hills is one of the city's most accessible and rewarding experiences.
Suggested Itinerary
7:30 AM – Arrive at Chandragiri Cable Car Base Station
8:00 AM – Board the cable car to Chandragiri Hills
8:15 AM – Reach the hilltop and enjoy panoramic valley views
8:30 AM – Visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
9:00 AM – Explore the View Tower and take photographs
9:30 AM – Enjoy breakfast or coffee at the hilltop café
10:15 AM – Relax, stroll around the viewpoint, or try adventure activities
11:00 AM – Return by cable car
11:30 AM – Depart for Kathmandu
Inclusion / Exclusion
Inclusions
Transportation, Guide
Exclusions
Tips, Personal Expenses
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