Chandragiri Cable Car Tour takes you from the edge of the Kathmandu Valley to the summit of Chandragiri Hill(2550 m) for panoramic Himalayan views and a visit to the sacred Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple.
Opened in 2016, the Chandragiri Cable Car is the easiest way of ascending the mountains in Nepal. From the top you will see panoramic views of entire Kathmandu valley and the snow-capped Himalayas from Annapurna to Everest is exciting. This is a hassle-free tour you will be picked up from your hotel so you don’t need to worry about transport(catching buses or taxis).
The time of Chandragiri Hills cable car tour is typically a 4 to 5-hour half-day trip. It is also nice to combine with sights like Swayambhunath Monkey Temple Tour.
A key attractions of Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu Nepal
The Cable Car(Gondola) Ride: A 2.4 to 2.5 km Swiss-engineered cable car ride lasting about 9 to 12 minutes from the base station up to the hilltop.
Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple: A revered Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Himalayan Panoramas: On clear days, you can see views stretching from the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges to Langtang and Mount Everest.
Summit Activities: View tower, children’s playground areas, restaurants/cafés, and optional zip-lining.
Chandragiri Hills by Cable Car Ticket Fares(Costs)
Foreign Nationals: $22 USD round trip
SAARC Nationals: $11 USD (Rs. 700–825 depending on current policy)
Nepali Citizens: Rs. 700 to Rs. 825 round trip
Chandragiri Hills Cable Car Operating Hours
Sunday to Friday: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (or 6:00 PM)
Saturday and Public Holidays: 7:00 AM-8:00 PM (no lunch break)
