The 15 Best Chandragiri Cable Car Trips from Kathmandu

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews Our pick

Private half-day Chandragiri cable car tour from Kathmandu with hotel pickup, local guide, temple visit, and Himalayan views.

“The amazing view from the top. Apparently we were very lucky to be able to see most of the high Himalayans peaks at this time of the year. The Everest remained elusive but eh! we can't have everything. We had a great guide who was really helpful with pushing my wife up the hill on a wheel chair.”

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2.Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 139 reviews · 5 hours

Ride Kathmandu Valley’s Chandragiri cable car for big Himalayan views, then visit the Monkey Temple with a momo lunch stop.

“Biraj was the best guide! Lots of knowledge, funny and professional. Would absolutely recommend. Great way to have a fun first day in Katmandu and see lots of things.”

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

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

Cable car to Chandragiri Hill for Himalayan views, then Bhaleshwor Mahadev and Swayambhunath Monkey Temple, with pickup and lunch.

“The Chandragiri Cable Car is a must-visit attraction near Kathmandu, Nepal. Offering a smooth and scenic 10-minute ride to the top of Chandragiri Hill, it provides breathtaking views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan range, including Mt. Everest on clear days. The ride is safe, well-maintained, and suitable for all ages. At the summit, visitors can explore the historic Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, enjoy local food, and relax in a peaceful, natural setting. It’s a perfect day trip for both locals and tourists looking to escape the city's hustle and enjoy nature and culture in one place. I enjoyed this trip very much. Most recommended.”

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4.Private Chandragiri Cable Car and The Monkey Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews

Private Chandragiri Cable Car plus Swayambhunath. Fast half-day trip from Kathmandu with temples, 360 views, and momos.

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5.Cable Car Ride at Chandragiri Hill with Hotel Pickup from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews

Hotel pickup and round-trip cable car to Chandragiri Hill from Kathmandu, plus temple briefing and free time for views, trails, and lunch.

“This tour was great! We enjoyed how simple it was and didn’t take the entire day. It’s a really spectacular view up there. We loved it!”

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6.Chandragiri Cable Car Tour – Family Tours in Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

Ride the Chandragiri cable car for panoramic Himalayan views with hotel pickup, a private guide, and round-trip tickets in about 4 hours.

“Very knowledgeable. Courteous. Hardworking. Accommodating. Thorough We highly recommend her. Excellent tour guide”

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7.Chandragiri Hill Cable Car Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9 reviews · 5 hours

Take a cable car to Chandragiri Hill from Kathmandu for big Himalayan views, a short self-guided walk, and easy private transport.

“The drive to and from Chandragiri was conducted by the skilled driver Mr Dil who speaks good English and pointed out interesting sights en-route. Clear weather is a plus to fully enjoy the cable car and hilltop views. Highly recommend!”

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8.Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 hours

Private Kathmandu tour with Chandragiri cable car views, Bhaleshwar Mahadev Temple, zipline, and UNESCO Swoyambhunath Monkey Temple.

“Our guide Ramesh was great. Would recommend this tour to others”

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9.Chandragiri hills by Cable car-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews

Skip hard treks for Everest-area views on a cable car day trip from Kathmandu to Chandragiri Hills, with pickup and lunch.

“A pleasant trip with very beautiful views. experienced and friendly guides and travel agents who are ready to help at any time with complete information and affordable prices”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews

Private half day trip to Chandragiri Hills from Kathmandu with cable car and Himalaya views, hotel pickup, plus add on tickets and fees.

“Great communication from the start with Guide Paras. He offered us a flexible start time as our arrival in the city was unclear. Super conversation all afternoon, more like being with a friend than a guide. Excellent transport and driver throughout the tour.”

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11.Chandragiri Cable Car, and Swayambhu

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7 reviews · 4.5 hours

A guided half-day in Kathmandu with a round-trip cable car to Chandragiri Hills, telescopes for Everest views, temple visits, and coffee/tea.

“It was perfect, and our tour guide, Pooja, was so kind and patient.”

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12.Chandragiri Cable Car and Monkey Temple tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6 reviews

Half-day Kathmandu tour with a smooth Chandragiri cable car ride to Bhaleshwor Mahadev Temple, then Swayambhunath Monkey Temple by guided route.

“Excellent explanation and kind humour of my guide Suresh Dhakal.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews

Cable car up to Chandragiri Hills from Kathmandu with hotel pickup, a guide, and a visit to Bhaleshore Mahadev Temple, with Himalaya views when weather cooperates.

“It was a nice experience unfortunately it was misty. Krishna was a fantastic guide and he kept us informed and gave good advice.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $150Best value

Half-day cable car ride to Chandragiri Hills from Kathmandu with hotel pickup and drop-off, panoramic mountain views, and lunch included.

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

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15.Chandragiri Hills & Swayambhunath Tour- 5 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Chandragiri Hills cable car views and Kathmandu’s Swayambhunath Monkey Temple in a half-day plan, with private vehicle transport for $37.

“2 nights 3 days best tour in and around the Kathmandu valley and pokhara trip. Best hotel, best guide, and driver for entire trip. Thank you for organising this amazing trip mountain hike nepal team.”

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