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Classic day hikes near Kathmandu and Pokhara — add them to any tour or trek.
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Pokhara · 4 hours · Easy
Australian Camp Day Hike
From Kande above Pokhara, follow an easy forest trail to Australian Camp (~2,060 m), a grassy viewpoint pasture with face-on views of Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna range.
from $65
Kathmandu · 4–5 hours · Moderate
Chandragiri Hills Day Hike
Hike Chandragiri’s forested historic ridge to the peak temple (~2,551 m) with Himalayan views on clear mornings.
from $60
Pokhara · 4–5 hours · Easy
Dhampus Village Day Hike
Drive from Pokhara to Phedi, then ascend stone steps through terraces to Dhampus — a Gurung village sitting beneath Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).
from $60
Namobuddha · 4–5 hours · Easy
Namobuddha to Panauti Day Hike
Begin at sacred Namobuddha monastery, then wind downhill through terraced farmlands and village lanes to the ancient Newari town of Panauti.
from $60
Pokhara · 2–3 hours · Easy
Sarangkot Sunrise Day Hike
Start before dawn from Pokhara Lakeside and climb through villages to Sarangkot’s viewpoint ridge for panoramic sunrise over Annapurna and Machhapuchhre.
from $35
Kathmandu · 5–6 hours · Moderate
Shivapuri Peak Day Hike
A classic Kathmandu Valley day hike.
from $50
Pokhara · Half day · Easy
World Peace Pagoda Loop
Cross Phewa Lake by boat toward the southern shore, then climb a forested path for about an hour to the brilliant white World Peace Pagoda overlooking the water and Annapurna skyline.
from $40
Kathmandu · 3–4 hours · Easy
Champadevi Day Hike
Hike Champadevi’s sacred hill (~2,285 m) on a ridge trail with sweeping Kathmandu Valley views, Hindu temples, and Buddhist stupas.
from $55
Kathmandu · 3–4 hours · Easy
Nagarjun Jamacho Day Hike
Enter the protected Nagarjun forest for a quiet 3–4 hour hike up to Jamacho hilltop monastery.
from $45
Kathmandu · 5–6 hours · Moderate
Phulchowki Hill Day Hike
Challenge yourself on Phulchowki, the highest hill ringing Kathmandu Valley at 2,782 m.
from $70
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