Chandragiri Hill By Cable Car Ride

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This is a one-day trip to Chandragiri Hill (2,551m), reached by cable car just outside Kathmandu, with an easy walk at the top rather than a climb. It suits small groups of 1 to 14 people and starts from USD 35 per person. On clear days you can see Mount Everest and the wider Himalayan range from the summit.

Duration

4 Hours

Day tour

Group Size

1–14

people

Trip Highlights

Cable car ride to Chandragiri Hill at 2,551m, just outside Kathmandu.
Panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range.
Mount Everest visible from the summit on clear days.
Visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple at the top.
One-day trip with hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu.
Private transport and English-speaking guide included.
Group size 1 to 14, price from USD 35 per person.

Trip Overview

The Chandragiri Hill cable car tour is a one-day trip from Kathmandu to the top of Chandragiri Hill at 2,551m. You ride the cable car up, spend time at the summit for views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range, visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple, and return to your hotel the same day. Price starts from USD 35 per person, for groups of 1 to 14.

Highlights

Cable car ride to the top of Chandragiri Hill, with views over the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range.
On clear days, Mount Everest is visible from the summit along with the wider mountain range.
Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple at the top, a Hindu temple with a quiet, open setting.

Overview

Chandragiri Hill sits on the outskirts of Kathmandu. The cable car ride up takes about 15 minutes, passing over forested slopes before reaching the top station at 2,551m. From there, the Kathmandu Valley spreads out below, with the Himalayan peaks beyond it.

At the summit, you can walk over to Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple, a Hindu site that draws both pilgrims and visitors. Chandragiri Hill also has activities such as zip-lining and hilltop restaurants serving Nepali food, though these are at your own cost and not part of this tour.

After time at the top, you take the cable car back down and are driven back to your hotel in Kathmandu, completing the trip in a single day.

What is the plan for the day?

Your HSJ guide and driver pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu between 9 and 10 a.m. and drive you to the Chandragiri Cable Car Station, passing through the city on the way. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you take the cable car ride (about 15 minutes) and spend the rest of the time exploring the summit, taking in the views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range, and visiting Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple.

What is included and what isn't?

Your private transport, English-speaking guide and driver, all applicable taxes, and a bottle of drinking water are included in the price. Meals, drinks, personal expenses, and the Chandragiri entry fee are not included, so budget for these separately.

Who is this tour suitable for?

Since the cable car does most of the climbing for you, this trip works for travellers of most fitness levels, including families and older travellers, as a short day out from Kathmandu. Group size for this tour is 1 to 14 people.

Last updated 25 October 2026

Tour Plan

Your guide and driver pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu between 9 and 10 a.m. On the drive to the Chandragiri Cable Car Station, you pass through Kathmandu's streets and see the city's everyday life along the way. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you take the cable car ride to the top of Chandragiri Hill (about 15 minutes each way) and spend the rest of the time at the summit. Here you take in panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range, and visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple. Afterwards, you take the cable car back down and are driven back to your hotel in Kathmandu.

What’s Included

Included

Private transportation by car, van or Hiace

English-speaking guide and driver

All applicable taxes

A bottle of drinking water

Not Included

Personal expenses

Meals

Cold and hot drinks

Chandragiri entry fee

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much does the Chandragiri cable car day tour cost?

This HSJ day tour starts from USD 35 per person, for a group size of 1 to 14 people.

How long does the Chandragiri cable car tour take?

It is a one-day trip. Hotel pickup in Kathmandu is between 9 and 10 a.m., and the cable car ride plus time at the summit run from about 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., after which you return to your hotel the same day.

How high is Chandragiri Hill?

Chandragiri Hill is 2,551m above sea level, reached by cable car from the base station near Kathmandu.

What will I see at the top of Chandragiri Hill?

At the summit you get panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range, and on clear days Mount Everest is visible. You can also visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple.

Is the Chandragiri entry fee included in the price?

No, the Chandragiri entry fee is not included. Meals, drinks and personal expenses are also excluded and paid separately.

What is included in this tour?

Private transport (car/van/Hiace), an English-speaking guide and driver, all applicable taxes, and a bottle of drinking water are included.

Is this tour suitable for families or less active travellers?

Yes. The cable car covers the climb to the summit, so the tour suits a wide range of fitness levels and group sizes of 1 to 14 people.

Can I do activities like zip-lining at Chandragiri?

Zip-lining and hilltop restaurants are available at Chandragiri Hill, but these are at your own cost and are not part of this tour package.

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Traveler Reviews

Overall rating

4.9/5

Based on 9 reviews of this trip

Cedric S

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5.0

I was once again assigned Ramsaran Simkhada (Ram) as my guide which was great. Ram kept in touch with my via WhatsApp and we agreed to push back the start time as it started raining at our scheduling meeting time. This was perfect as the rain cleared out some …

Benjamin

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5.0

I had a great experience on the Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour with Indra. He was such a knowledgeable and friendly guide, making the whole day really enjoyable. Even with a bit of haze, the views were still breathtaking. Highly recommended!

Destination815918

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5.0

Don't rely in this to get a view of the Himalayas. It's extremenly weather dependent. however it's still a fun day, there are activities at the top of the mountain that don't break the budget, and it's the freshest air you'll breathe the whole week if staying …

Eva Maria N

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5.0

Calm and safe driver who arranged the ticket and informed about everything I needed to know! Waited on site for transport back. Everything worked perfectly.