The 15 Best Chandragiri Cable Car Tours from Kathmandu

Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $45Our pick

Ride the Chandragiri Cable Car from Kathmandu to 2,520 meters, visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple, and learn about Nepal from a private guide such as Ananta, Shanti, or Pankaj. Hotel pickup, private transport, and return cable tickets are included.

“Taking the cable car to overlook Kathmandu and visit the Hidu temple were well worth it. Our guide, Pankaj, was informative, friendly, and was glad we asked numerous questions. Our driver drove very safely through these chaotic stre”

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Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour

2.Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 139 reviews · 5 hours

Travel by private car from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hills for a 15-minute cable car ride, temple visit, Himalayan viewpoints, and momos. Then explore Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple, with an English or Hindi-speaking guide. Optional ziplining and an overnight resort stay are available.

“Our tour guide, Sampada, was absolutely amazing. She was informative, punctual, and funny. She made sure to share great facts about both the temple and Chandragiri that made this tour a great first experience for us in Kathmandu. She even took the time to let us try Nepalese coffee between the two locations when we expressed at the start of our tour that it was one of our to do items while in Nepal. Our driver was also fantastic as well. We are so happy we booked this trip to start our adventure in Nepal and would highly recommend it to others.”

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Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

3.Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 5.5 hours

This 5.5-hour Kathmandu tour pairs a cable car ride to Chandragiri Hills with Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple. Expect hotel pickup, an English or Hindi-speaking guide, a packed lunch, Himalayan views when skies are clear, and guides such as Punam, Sajina, Asmita, and Sujan on recent departures.

“Had a great day thanks to my tour-guide Sujan and our driver. The cable car experience was great with amazing views of the peaceful, snowy mountains. My guide’s knowledge was very impressive. He mentioned important facts about the history of Nepal, its culture, religious variety and even politics. I truly enjoyed my day with him as he guided me throughout the whole experience. He was kind enough to take photos for me too! The lunch box was very tasty. Gave me enough energy to keep me going. Im glad I participated in this activity- it’s a must when visiting beautiful Kathmandu!”

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Private Chandragiri Cable Car and The Monkey Temple Tour

4.Private Chandragiri Cable Car and The Monkey Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews

Spend about four hours with a private guide, transportation, cable car ride, temple visits, bottled water, and a vegetarian or chicken momo meal. Chandragiri offers mountain views and Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, while Swayambhunath adds Buddhist and Hindu sites above Kathmandu.

“We recommend this trip highly for those looking for a nice half day trip with a fun cable car ride, nice views of the city and surrounding hills and several interesting temple visits. On a day with less haze, views of the Himalayas would have”

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Chandragiri Hill Day Trip from Kathmandu

5.Chandragiri Hill Day Trip from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · from $65

Leave Kathmandu by private, air-conditioned vehicle and ride the Chandragiri cable car to Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple. You get three to four hours on the hill for views, photos, food, and a short visit to the temple. Choose a guide or go with the driver only, and add Swayambhunath for an extra fee.

“This is an excellent trip. We suffered from pickup delays and we had to call the company several times. We did not a have a tour guide. It is only the driver who is trying to do every thing. The place is excellent and clean. The cable car is one of the best. The view of himalaya”

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Kathmandu Chandrigiri Hill Cable Car & Monkey Temple UNESCO Tour

6.Kathmandu Chandrigiri Hill Cable Car & Monkey Temple UNESCO Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $48

Travel by private car to Chandragiri Hills, ride the cable car to 2,551 meters, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then explore Swayambhunath, a Buddhist monastery, and a Thanka painting school with an English-speaking guide such as Prakash.

“Great tour! Loved the temple and the monkeys! Well worth the price! Not to mention sharing the experience with one of the other tourists who had just completed a trek to base camp!”

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Chandragiri Cable Car Ride & Monkey Temple Tour – Private/Group

7.Chandragiri Cable Car Ride & Monkey Temple Tour – Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

Spend about five hours above Kathmandu and at Swayambhunath. You’ll ride the Chandragiri cable car, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and the Monkey Temple, and travel by air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Punam has guided this route, and clear weather brings the best Himalayan views.

“The view from the top of the cable is amazing, despite only seeing a little through the clouds. On a clear it would be breathtaking, I'm sure. The ride is worth the entrance fee alone though. The monkey temple was really good too.”

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Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

8.Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $90

Start with a cable-car ride to 2,520-meter Chandragiri Hill, then follow a ridge past Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and Champa Devi before descending through forest to Taudaha Lake. A private guide, hotel transfers, and packed lunch are included. Guide Shishir has earned especially strong praise.

“This was a perfect day! Our Hiking from Chandragiri to Taudaha has exceeded our expectations. We have been lucky to get a very good view of the mountain range and our guide Shishir gave us lots of informations. Also perfect for me was”

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Chandragiri Cable Car Tour – Family Tours in Kathmandu

9.Chandragiri Cable Car Tour – Family Tours in Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $100

Travel about 16 kilometers from Thamel by private vehicle, then ride the cable car to Chandragiri Hill at 2,551 meters. Your guide explains the sacred site, while you enjoy Kathmandu Valley views, the temple, amphitheater, and mountain panoramas. The tour lasts about four hours.

“Som was an amazing guide. He really wanted us to have a good time and was really knowledgeable and fun to talk to. There was fog so we couldn’t see the Himalayas from up top, but the views of Kathmandu valley were still beautiful and the jungle and mountains looked breathtaking.”

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Chandragiri Hills cable car day trip, private car with driver from Kathmandu

10.Chandragiri Hills cable car day trip, private car with driver from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $62

Leave Kathmandu by private car with driver for Chandragiri Hills. Ride the cable car toward mountain views, take an optional walk, and buy lunch at the hilltop restaurants. Guides such as Paras and Shankar can add local insight, while hotel pickup and drop-off keep the outing simple.

“Shankar was our Guide, he was very knowledgeable and informative about the Kathmandu area and Nepal in general. Once at the Cable Car, we enjoyed the fantastic views of the Himalayas! It was beautiful.”

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Day tour to Chandra Giri Hill

11.Day tour to Chandra Giri Hill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $140

Leave Thamel by private car, ride the Chandragiri cable car, and spend time above Kathmandu among Himalayan views, boulders, forest, and the Bhaleshore Mahadev temple. Raju and Rajesh have guided some departures, though a guide is not included in the standard price.

“This outing did not disappoint!! Incredible views of the Himalayas and even a long shot of Mt. Everest. The cable car ride is just stunning.”

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Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour with Hotel Transfers from Kathmandu

12.Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour with Hotel Transfers from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · from $60

You’ll leave your Kathmandu hotel around 10 am with a private vehicle and guide, ride the Chandragiri Hill cable car, visit Bhaleshore Mahadev Temple, and return within three to four hours. Guide Krishna has earned special praise for clear advice and flexible help. Cable tickets cost about $18 extra.

“A glimpse of the Himalayas and beautiful views of Kathmandu despite the fog. Small hike was just what I needed too.”

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Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Private Guided Day Tour

13.Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Private Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $55

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Chandragiri Hill for cable-car views over Kathmandu and the Himalayas, then visit Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple. Guide Prakash has led this route, with possible alternatives if the cable car is closed.

“Prakash, the tour guide was very professional, friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I was notified as the tour company learnt that the cable car wasn't in operation yet and they offered 2 alternative options. We chose kirtipur as a replacement and it turned out to be very nice experience - seeing real life of Nepalis and visiting few more temples.”

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Kathmandu: Chandragiri cable car & Swayambhunath Tour

14.Chandragiri cable car & Swayambhunath Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 7 hours · from $115

You’ll ride the Chandragiri cable car, see Kathmandu Valley and Himalayan ranges when skies are clear, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then explore Swayambhunath with an English-speaking guide. Guide Subash is a standout choice for clear explanations, good timing, and photos.

“The guide Subash was really good. He was knowledgeable and fun and made sure everything was smooth and ran on time. The cable car ride was really good, as apart from not being able to see the Himalayas we could see everything else and Subash explained about Kathmandu and Lalitpur. The monkey temple is not to be missed as I really enjoyed the atmosphere and activity.”

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Chandragiri : Majestic Hilltop & Cable Car Views with Lunch

15.Chandragiri : Majestic Hilltop & Cable Car Views with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $150

Travel by private vehicle from your Kathmandu hotel to Chandragiri Cable Car, then ride through forested hills to a panoramic summit. Your English or Japanese-speaking guide assists along the way, with Himalayan views, Nepali lunch, and hotel return included.