Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour is the most famous one day tour package in Kathmandu Valley. Chandragiri is situated south-west from the city of Kathmandu at an elevation of 2551 m / 8370 ft). The tour mainly highlights Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple. It is therefore considered to be the ideal destination for a day’s escape in the outskirts of the crowded capital. Moreover, the place also offers an spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
The tour begins with a pick up from your hotel in Kathmandu. You will then be escorted to the Chandragiri’s Gondola Base Station located at Chandragiri Municipality. Opened in 2016, the 2.4 km Cable Car ride takes you on a 10 minute thrilling trip to the temple at the top of the hill. The viewpoint in the hill offers you a beautiful panoramic view of Kathmandu Valley. Here you will be experiencing the mesmerizing view of Ganesh Himal, Mt. Manaslu and Langtang range. The hill station also offers you with a wide range of intercontinental cuisines and accommodation on a five star hotel for those seeking an stay overnight.
In addition to your tour to Chandragiri Hills, this package also offers you with a brief tour of Swayambhunath. Also known as the monkey temple, Swayambhunath is an ancient religious complex atop a hill in the Kathmandu Valley. It is a sacred religious site to both Hindus and Buddhists. Here you will be exploring the ancient complex consisting of a stupa, a variety of shrines and temples. Some temples here are dating back to the Licchavi period. A Tibetan monastery, museum and library are more recent additions.
The stupa has Buddha’s eyes and eyebrows painted on. Between them, the number one (in Nepal script) is painted in the fashion of a nose. Moreover, there are also many shops and restaurants in the area where you can try out your favorites. The site has two access points: a long staircase leading directly to the main platform of the temple and a car road around the hill from the south.
1. 25-30 minutes two way Cable-Car ride
2. Panoramic view of the surrounding mountains including Mt. Everest
3. Walk up to a highest point of 2551 m at Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
4. Chance to experience snowfall during mid-winter
5. Aerial view of Kathmandu Valley
6. Perfect day-tour for all kinds of travelers
7. A guided tour of Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple
8. Hotel pickup and drop with private transfers
9. Addon option for a thrilling & adventurous experience of zipline
10. Addon option for an overnight stay at Chandragiri 5-Star Resort