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The 15 Best Chandragiri Cable Car Tours in Kathmandu

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Nine minutes up to 2,551m and the whole valley below you, usually paired with Swayambhu on the way back. The 15 below compare private and shared transport, whether the cable car ticket is included and how long you get at the top.

Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu - The cable car ride to 2,520 meters
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Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu

1.Private Half-Day Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu

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

Ride 2.5 kilometers from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hills at about 2,520 meters, visit Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple, and enjoy valley and Himalayan views with a private guide. Guides such as Ananta, Shanti, Sarita, and Pankaj add local history, temple stories, and flexible help.

“Pankaj Thapa was a very good communicator and the driver + car were excellent. Pankaj was very knowledgeable about Nepal and did an outstanding introductory overview of Kathmandu during the drive to the cable car ride. The hilltop Everest View point had a stunning view of the Himalayan's. It was an excellent way to spend half a day in Kathmandu and having Pankaj as the guide added so much more value.”

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Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour - The Chandragiri cable car ride
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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 · from $3Best value

You’ll ride 2.4 km above Chandragiri Hills, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and Everest View Tower, eat vegetarian or chicken momos, then explore Swayambhunath with an English or Hindi-speaking guide such as Prakash, Biraj, or Nilakantha. Optional ziplining and an overnight resort stay are available.

“I loved the information provided as we went through the tour.. My guise was attentive and warm.”

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Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group - Chandragiri cable car: the scenic centerpiece
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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 · from $5

Travel from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hills for a smooth cable car ride, Himalayan views and Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then visit Swayambhunath Stupa. Guides such as Punam, Sajina and Asmita add useful history and local context. Choose a group, private or all-inclusive tour with lunch and hotel pickup.

“I did the Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour as a solo traveler and had a really great time. Everything was well-organized from pickup to drop-off. It was a Saturday, so Chandragiri was a bit busy, but the view from the top was still totally worth it. My guide, Sajina, was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everything went smoothly. The cable car ride was fun, and the Monkey Temple was peaceful and full of history. Lunch was also delicious—fresh and satisfying. Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore beyond the city!”

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Private Chandragiri Cable Car and The Monkey Temple Tour - What makes Swayambhunath different
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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 · from $5

Travel by private vehicle from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hills, ride the 2.4 km cable car to Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then visit Swayambhunath. A guide, tickets, bottled water, and vegetarian or chicken momos are included. The tour lasts about four hours and 15 minutes.

“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 beRead more”

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Chandragiri Hill Day Trip from Kathmandu - The cable car ride up Chandragiri Hill
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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 mountain views, photos, the temple, and the hilltop bar or restaurant. Choose a guide or go independently, with cable car fees paid separately.

“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 Read more”

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Chandragiri Cable Car Ride & Monkey Temple Tour - Private/Group - A private vehicle keeps the five-hour schedule simple
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Chandragiri Cable Car Ride & Monkey Temple Tour – Private/Group

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $5

Spend about five hours exploring Chandragiri Hills and Swayambhunath from Kathmandu. Ride the cable car above forested slopes, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple and the Monkey Temple, and travel by private vehicle with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and lunch box.

“Perfect way to see Chandragiri and skip the queue. Punam was my guide and she did a great job with communication and explaining everything on the tour. Great views of the Himalayas too”

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Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu - Chandragiri Hill and Bhaleshwor Mahadev
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Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

7.Chandragiri to Taudaha Nature Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $90

Ride the Chandragiri cable car to 2,520 meters, then hike along a Himalayan ridge past Bhaleshwor Mahadev and Champa Devi before descending through forest to Taudaha Lake. A private guide, hotel transfers, and packed lunch are included. Guide Shishir has earned special praise for his help and mountain knowledge.

“The cable car ride to the top was amazing. We took the forest trek down to outskirts of Kathmandu. It is indeed for experienced trekkers but enjoyable nevertheless.”

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Chandragiri Cable Car Tour - Family Tours in Kathmandu - Key points to know before you go
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Chandragiri Cable Car Tour – Family Tours in Kathmandu

8.Chandragiri Cable Car Tour – Family Tours in Kathmandu

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

Ride from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hill at 2,551 meters, then take the cable car above the forest for Himalayan and valley views. Your private guide, such as Pankaj, Som, or Shanti, explains the site’s sacred meaning. The four-hour outing includes pickup, transport, guiding, and return cable tickets.

“Our guide Pankaj was fantastic. He spoke many languages and was able to explain to us important cultural and historical significance of what we were seeing. I’d highly recommend him as a guide on this tour.”

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Chandragiri Hills cable car day trip, private car with driver from Kathmandu - The Road to the Chandragiri Cable Car
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Chandragiri Hills cable car day trip, private car with driver from Kathmandu

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $62

Leave Kathmandu by private car with a driver and ride the Chandragiri Hills cable car toward wide Himalayan views. Your half-day outing includes hotel pickup and return, with guides such as Paras or Shankar available on some departures. Bring cash for the cable car, entrance fee, and lunch.

“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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Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car, and Swayambhu - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Kathmandu: Chandragiri Cable Car, and Swayambhu

10.Chandragiri Cable Car, and Swayambhu

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $77

Travel by private vehicle from your Kathmandu hotel to Chandragiri, ride the cable car, visit the temple and View Tower, use the telescopes, and enjoy tea or coffee. English, Chinese, and Hindi guides are available. Swayambhu is not included in the stated route.

“It was so cool, going on a Cable car looking at the scenery. Our guide even took us to Thamel on the way home which we were grateful for. Very well run”

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Pokhara Sarangkot : Cable Car (Himalayas) Sunrise Tour - The early pickup from Lakeside Pokhara
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Pokhara Sarangkot : Cable Car (Himalayas) Sunrise Tour

11.Pokhara Sarangkot : Cable Car (Himalayas) Sunrise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

Start with hotel pickup in Lakeside Pokhara, then ride the Annapurna Cable Car to Sarangkot for sunrise views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machapuchare, Phewa Lake, and Pokhara Valley. English-speaking service and guides such as Bidur, Ranjit, and Yamu have helped make this a smooth, private three-hour outing.

“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Sarangkot, and it was an amazing experience! Our guide, Bidur, was fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and super helpful throughout the trip. The views from Sarangkot were absolutely breathtaking, especially at sunrise. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for stunning mountain vistas and a memorable adventure.”

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Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour with Hotel Transfers from Kathmandu - From Kathmandu Hotel to the Cable Car Station
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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 at 10 a.m. in a private vehicle, ride the Chandragiri Hills cable car, visit Bhaleshore Mahadev Temple, and return within about four hours. Guide Krishna has earned praise for clear advice and flexible care. Cable car 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 - What to expect at Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple
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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

Take a private, guided trip from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hill, ride the cable car, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then explore Swayambhunath, the Monkey Temple. Guide Prakash has led this route, with Thanka painting and healing bowl visits included.

“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 - Riding the Chandragiri cable car for valley views
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Kathmandu: Chandragiri cable car & Swayambhunath Tour

14.Chandragiri cable car & Swayambhunath Tour

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

Spend seven hours above and around Kathmandu with a private vehicle and English-speaking guide. Ride the Chandragiri cable car, visit Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then climb to Swayambhunath, where monkeys, prayer wheels, shrines, and valley views fill the afternoon. Guide Subash has earned special praise for his humor and care.

“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 - The cable car ride to Chandragiri’s hilltop
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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

You’ll leave your Kathmandu hotel by private vehicle, ride the Chandragiri cable car to a leafy hilltop, and look toward Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Langtang, and Dorje Lakpa. An English or Japanese-speaking guide accompanies your private group of up to eight, with lunch included.

“Great sights. Lunch was authentic Nepalese. Go in the morning because it gets very crowded around lunch time”

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