Chandragiri Hill cable car tour from Kathmandu: Himalayan views

The cable car climbs to a high-altitude temple ringed by Himalayan peaks.

A half-day tour from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hill includes hotel pickup, a cable car ascent to 2,540 meters, and views across the Kathmandu Valley toward Annapurna, Manaslu, Fishtail and Ganesh Himal. An English-speaking driver briefs you on the temple at the summit before the return descent and drop-off at your hotel.

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SAARC Passport Holders 10:00 and 10:45 Chandragiri Hill station is reached by a cable car that takes about 9 minutes to cover a 2.5 km route. Pickup is included.

Other Passport Holders 10:00 and 10:45 Chandragiri Hill station is reached by a cable car that takes about 9 minutes to cover a 2.5 km route. Pickup is included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Cable car ride and temple visit

• Hotel pickup in Kathmandu
• Drive to Chandragiri hills
• Briefing by English-speaking driver
• Take cable car to temple
• Enjoy views of Kathmandu and Himalayas
• Return to hotel

What’s included

• Chandragiri cable car tickets.
• round-trip private transfer by car or van.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• English-speaking driver.
• fuel surcharge.
• local taxes.

Times

• Every day 10:00 10:45

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Before you book

Group Private

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Public transport nearby Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Himalayan Social Journey

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

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The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Kathmandu hotel and a drive southwest to Chandragiri Hill, about 7 kilometers from Thankot. Once you arrive at the base, you board the cable car for the ascent to the hilltop temple. The ride itself is the centerpiece: from the cabin you watch the Kathmandu Valley recede below and the snow peaks of the Himalayas come into view across the horizon. Annapurna, Manaslu, Fishtail and Ganesh Himal are all visible on clear days, each one distinct from the others.

At the summit, your English-speaking driver gives a briefing on the temple and its setting. You have time to walk around the hilltop, take photographs and absorb the scale of the mountains. The cable car descends the same way it came up. The whole outing runs four to five hours from pickup to drop-off, making it a morning or early-afternoon option that leaves the rest of your day free in the city.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

What mountains can I see from Chandragiri Hill?

Chandragiri Hill offers views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Fishtail and Ganesh Himal, along with views across the Kathmandu Valley itself. Visibility depends on the weather and the season.

How high is Chandragiri Hill?

Chandragiri Hill stands at 2,540 meters above sea level, reached by cable car from the base station.

Does the tour include a guide at the temple?

Your English-speaking driver provides a briefing about the temple at the summit. The driver accompanies you throughout the tour.

Is the cable car accessible for people with mobility concerns?

The site is wheelchair accessible. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the cable car ride, and the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries.