Above the Clouds & Snow · 2 Nights / 3 Days
Kalinchowk & Sailung Hills Tour
Temple darshan and Himalayan views at Kalinchowk, then a sunrise above the clouds at Sailung, in one comfortable round trip from Kathmandu.
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Snowfall, cloud cover and views depend on weather and season.
Trip at a glance
The route, pace and price of the 2 night / 3 day package.
- RouteKathmandu – Kuri Village (Kalinchowk) – Sailung Hills
- Duration2 Nights / 3 Days
- VehicleComfortable Car / Scorpio (round trip)
- Price NPR 10,000
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NPR 10,000per person
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Includes transport, 2 nights' hotel, breakfast, dinner, driver, fuel and tolls.
Overview
Leave Kathmandu in the morning and drive via Charikot along the Sunkoshi River and green hills to Kuri Village, the base for Kalinchowk. Spend the evening in the mountain air, with snowfall if the weather allows. Early on Day 2, hike or ride the cable car to the Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple for darshan and Himalayan views, then return for breakfast and drive on to Sailung. On Day 3, rise early for the Sailung Hills, with a sunrise above the clouds, the 100 hillocks (Thumka) and panoramic mountain ranges, before breakfast and the drive back to Kathmandu. Two mountain destinations in one smooth three-day trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Three days rising from the valley to the snow and above the clouds.
Day 1Kathmandu to Kuri Village
Depart Kathmandu in the morning for Kuri Village via Charikot, with scenic views along the Sunkoshi River and lush hills. Arrive at Kuri Village and check in at your hotel. In the evening, stroll around Kuri and enjoy the snowfall (subject to weather) and the mountain atmosphere. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel (sharing basis).
- Morning departure
- Charikot
- Sunkoshi River
- Kuri Village
Day 2Kalinchowk Darshan and Drive to Sailung
Start early with a hike or cable car ride to the Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple for darshan and panoramic Himalayan views. Return for breakfast, then drive towards Sailung. Arrive in Sailung, check in at your hotel, have dinner and stay overnight.
- Hike or cable car
- Bhagwati Temple darshan
- Himalayan views
- Drive to Sailung
Day 3Sailung Hillocks Sightseeing and Return to Kathmandu
Visit the Sailung Hills early in the morning to watch the sunrise above the clouds, the 100 hillocks (Thumka) and the panoramic mountain ranges. After sightseeing and breakfast, drive back to Kathmandu, ending the trip with wonderful memories.
- Sunrise above the clouds
- 100 hillocks (Thumka)
- Mountain panorama
- Return drive
Tour highlights
Bhagwati Temple darshan
Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple darshan.
Hike or cable car
Two ways up to the temple.
Sunrise above the clouds
Early morning at Sailung Hills.
The 100 hillocks (Thumka)
And panoramic mountain ranges.
Evening in Kuri Village
With snowfall, weather and season permitting.
Scenic drive
Via Charikot and the Sunkoshi River.
Private vehicle
Car or Scorpio for the full round trip.
What's included — and what isn't
Included
- Round-trip transport (Kathmandu – Kalinchowk – Sailung – Kathmandu) by comfortable Car / Scorpio
- 2 nights hotel accommodation (sharing basis)
- Meals: breakfast and dinner
- Driver allowance, fuel and road tolls
Not included
- Cable car tickets (if you choose the cable car instead of the hike)
- Lunch and other meals not listed above
- Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance
- Any entry fees or tickets not mentioned in the itinerary
Good to know
A few practical notes before you travel.
Both Kalinchowk and Sailung are cold, especially at dawn. Bring warm layers, gloves, a hat and waterproof shoes.
Snow, clouds and mountain visibility depend on the weather. A clear sunrise can't be guaranteed.
You'll wake early on Days 2 and 3. Carry water, a torch or headlamp and comfortable shoes.
Take it easy at height and tell your driver if anyone feels unwell.
Dress modestly for the temple visit.
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