Valley Ridge Trek – The Best Hiking – 6 Days

Valley Ridge Trek: The best hiking is an easy trek offering the distant views of snowy mountains, and an idea of the typical Nepali countryside life and ethnic culture. This trek is suitable for those who are traveling with children, families, students who do not have enough time for longer treks. Trek starts from just an hour’s drive from Kathmandu city. The trek leads through the hills facing to the northeast of Langtang Himalayan Range with magnificent views of the mountain. The whole trail of the Valley Ridge trek offers the best mountain views.

Nagarkot is the best viewpoint on the Valley Ridge trekking route where you will enjoy panoramic Himalayan scenery of Mount Everest, Mount Ganesh Himal, Mount Gaurishankar, Mount Dorje Lhakpa, Langtang Himalayan range, Rolwaling Himalayan range. Never miss the sunrise and sunset experiences with the most beautiful time of the day in these mountains. The warmth and old traditional hospitality are an added bonus for the trek. The route and a novelty destination. The trekking route is surrounded by hills and is the cradle of Nepalese civilization and culture. Nala and Banepa add the cultural taste to the trek by interesting the Newari settlements rich in architecture. Do not miss out on the famous temples these places host, Nala Bhagawati Temple, and Kanyakumari Temple, Chandeswori temple, etc.

Accommodation

We will be staying at Devo Boutique or similar hotels in Kathmandu, Hotel Splendid View or Mount Kailash Resort in Pokhara, and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. A single supplement will be served on request and will cost an additional USD350. Alpine Club of Himalaya will arrange rooms with attached washrooms. However, teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also, note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.

Meals

During the Valley Ridge Trek - The Best Hiking, you can enjoy Nepali, Tibetan, Indian as well as more common continental cuisines. Breakfast (only) will be provided during your stay in Kathmandu whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be available during the trek and climb. While trekking Valley Ridge Trek - The Best Hiking, breakfast will be taken in the same place we stay the night. Similar arrangements can also be arranged for dinner. Lunch will be taken en route to the next destination. During the climbing session, hygienic and freshly-cooked food will be provided. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation by the Participant

If you decide to cancel your booking for the Valley Ridge Trek - The Best Hiking please notify Alpine Club of Himalaya in writing (via email or official communication) as early as possible. The following cancellation charges apply:

• 60 days or more before trek start date: 20% cancellation fee of the total trip cost
• 30 to 59 days before trek start date: 50% cancellation fee of the total trip cost
• Less than 30 days before departure: No refund; 100% of the trip cost is non-refundable

These fees cover administrative costs, permits, pre-arranged logistics, and potential losses caused by late cancellations.

Cancellation by the Organizer

In the rare circumstance that Alpine Club of Himalaya must cancel the trek due to unforeseen or uncontrollable events such as extreme weather, natural disasters, or safety concerns in the region, you will be offered either:

• A full refund of all payments made
  OR
• The option to reschedule your trek for a future available date at no additional cost

Your safety is our highest priority, and cancellations are only made when absolutely necessary.

Force Majeure Clause

Alpine Club of Himalaya cannot be held responsible for cancellations, delays, or extra expenses resulting from force majeure events, including but not limited to:

• Earthquakes, floods, landslides
• Political unrest, strikes, or border closures
• Epidemics, pandemics, or other health emergencies
• Airspace closures, airline cancellations, or flight delays

In such cases, participants are responsible for any additional personal costs such as extra accommodation, changed flights, or insurance claims. We strongly recommend that all trekkers purchase comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and force majeure events before joining the trek.