For mountain views without a trek, the Chandragiri cable car is one of the easiest outings from Kathmandu.
Quick answer: the cable car opened in December 2016. It runs about 2.4 km from Thankot, on the south-western edge of the valley, to Chandragiri Hills at about 2,551 m, in around 9–10 minutes. At the top are the Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple, viewpoints and the Chandragiri Hills Resort.
What you'll see
On clear days, a wide panorama of Himalayan peaks and the whole Kathmandu Valley below.
At the top
- Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple
- Viewing decks
- Restaurants and the five-star Chandragiri Hills Resort
- Short walking trails
Tips
- Go early on a clear morning, ideally October–April.
- Weekends and holidays are busy.
- Bring a warm layer: it is cooler at the top.
See our Chandragiri cable car tour and resorts near Kathmandu.