# Chandragiri Cable Car Tour

> The Chandragiri cable car tour is the easiest way to see the Himalaya from the Kathmandu Valley. Drive to Thankot, ride the cable car to Chandragiri at about 2,550 m, and enjoy views over the valley to the mountains on clear days, with a visit to the Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple at the top.Private vehicle, guide and return cable car tickets included.

## Trip facts
- **Destination:** Nepal
- **Duration:** 1 days
- **Difficulty:** Easy
- **Activity:** Sightseeing
- **Max altitude:** About 2,550 m / 8,366 ft
- **Best season:** Oct–Mar
- **Group size:** 1–15 people
- **Accommodation:** None (half-day tour)
- **Meals:** None
- **Price:** from US$45 per person
- **Web page:** https://himalayanhiking.com/chandragiri-cable-car-tour
- **Book:** https://himalayanhiking.com/booking?trip=chandragiri-cable-car-tour

## Overview
**Quick answer:** a half-day trip from Kathmandu with a return cable car ride to Chandragiri, from US$45 per person. Clearest views from October to March, early in the day.

See our [Chandragiri guide](/places/chandragiri-hills).

### At a glance

FactDetailsDurationAbout 4–5 hoursHighest pointAbout 2,550 mCable carAbout 10 minutes each wayCostFrom US$45 per person

## Highlights
- Cable car ride from Thankot
- Valley and Himalayan views
- Bhaleshwor Mahadev temple

## Day-by-day itinerary
### Day 1: Chandragiri
Morning pick-up and drive to Thankot (about 45–60 minutes), cable car to the top, time at the viewpoints and temple, and return.
_Altitude: 2,550 m_

## What is included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Private vehicle
- Guide
- Return cable car tickets
- All government and local taxes

## Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Tips

## Useful information
### Views

Clearest from October to March, early in the day.

### Crowds

Busy at weekends; weekdays are quieter.

## Packing list
- Warm layer
- Camera
- Sunglasses

## Frequently asked questions
### How long is the cable car?
About **10 minutes** each way.

### How high is Chandragiri?
About **2,550 m**.

### Can I see the Himalaya?
Yes, on clear days.

### How much does it cost?
From **US$45 per person**.

### Is it busy?
At weekends; weekdays are quieter.