Do​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ you want a short and refreshing Himalayan escape near Kathmandu? The Kalinchowk Tour Package, a 2-day trip in Nepal, is one of the best, it offers a perfect blend of spirituality, snowfall, mountain views, and peaceful natural surroundings.
This tour by Nepal Royal Tourism will take you to the famous Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple (3,842m) in Dolakha District — one of the best pilgrimage and winter snowfall destinations in Nepal with family, friends, or just the two of you, this package will give you an unforgettable and comfortable mountain experience in a short ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌time.

Why​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ are People Talking About Kalinchowk?

Kalinchowk is undoubtedly among the top short-tour places in Nepal. This lovely place is an amalgamation of spirituality, natural beauty, stunning Himalayan views, and the magic of winter snow. All these combined features are just a stone’s throw away from Kathmandu. The popular tourist place lies in the Dolakha District and is 3842 meters above sea level. So, rather than spending days trekking, one can just go to Kalinchowk and enjoy a complete mountain experience. Its locational advantage, breathtaking views, and historical-cultural significance attract a large number of both Nepalese and foreigners.
It is the sacred Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple attracting the majority of tourists making Kalinchowk popular. This is a great faith pilgrimage site for Hindus. Here, the devotees worship Kali, the Goddess. Thousands of visitors throng the temple on a regular basis for religious reasons and blessings. During Dashain and Janai Purnima, two major Hindu festivals, the temple organizes huge events, and thus the number of visitors goes up tremendously. Most of the visitors say that Kalinchowk Bhagwati prayers help one get wealth, protection, and their dreams fulfilled, which is why it is the spiritually significant place mainly of the eastern region of Nepal.
Snowfall, the highlight of Kalinchowk, is yet another thing that people love about the place. It can be said that it is the closest snowfall destination from Kathmandu, especially from the last week of December till February. When there is heavy snowfall, the entire place is covered in white and looks like a fairytale setting of winter. Lovers of snow, photographers, and families looking for snow fun without Himalayan adventures come from all around. To a lot of tourists, Kalinchowk signifies their first experience with snow, thereby making the place even more popular.
The third aspect that makes Kalinchowk famous is certainly its beautiful Himalayas surrounding views. The sky is so clear on some days that from Kalinchowk, one can even see major parts of the mountain ranges comprising Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Gaurishankar, Dorje Lakpa, and Everest towering far away. The view of the rising sun from the temple is one of the most extraordinary sceneries. The first light of the day on the snow-cladded mountain ridge is like a magic that has turned the entire Himalayas into a golden glow phenomenon. In this scenario, Kalinchowk is a tourist destination not only for pilgrims but also for tourists with photography and nature exploration interests.
The fun of using the Kalinchowk Cable Car has attracted a lot more tourists to the place. The cable car gives an option to the elderly pilgrims, parents with little kids, and late travelers to be with near the temple at ease and safely. Generally, it is used by the modern-day tourists who wish to enjoy the comforts and conveniences and at the same time, the natural and spiritual charms of a place.
Besides being the land of divine and natural beauty, Kalinchowk is also popular as a perfect weekend break destination from Kathmandu. The travel time is around 6-8 hours, and so it fits a two-day travel plan. Kuri Village, the base area, is blessed with comfortable hotels and lodges where one can get to experience the lovely mountain hospitality, the local kitchen, and serene nature. Fast travel time, a touch of the high mountain, and a stunning place have all been paved the way for it to be counted among the best quick-tour destinations of Nepal.
Besides devotion, adventure, snow, nature photography, and Himalayan scenery, the travelers from such groups are bound to Kalinchowk as the complete travel package. At Nepal Royal Tourism, we organize well-managed Kalinchowk tour packages that let visitors explore this famous destination in a safe, comfortable, and memorable ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌way.

Best​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ Season to Visit Kalinchowk

• One of the best times to go to Kalinchowk is in autumn (October to November). The weather is good, the sky is clear and you can see the mountains at their best during this period. Visitors can marvel at the stunning views of Langtang, Gaurishankar and Ganesh Himal ranges. The temperatures are comfortable and great for sightseeing, taking photos and visiting Kalinchowk Bhagwati Temple without getting too cold.

• Winter (December to February) is the time of year when one can experience Kalinchowk the most with snow. Kalinchowk is a snowfall destination closest to Kathmandu and during heavy snow the whole area usually changes into a pretty white landscape. January is generally the month with the heaviest snow. But in winter, especially at night, the temperature may fall below zero so you have to wear proper winter clothes. Snow depends on the weather and thus it is not possible to guarantee a snowfall on a certain date.

• Spring (March to May). It gets warm and comfortable there in spring time while in the hills you can spot rhododendrons in flower. Normally, the sky is clear early morning and thus you get a great view of the Himalayas. The season allows time and opportunities for families and people who like to travel and do not like winter extremes to enjoy the moderate temperature.

• Monsoon or Summer (June to September) is the time period which is not the right choice for the visitors as there are rains and the weather is cloudy. On one hand, the hills turn green and new and on the other hand, the mountains are hardly visible because of the clouds and the roads may be muddy or slippery. Still, it suits those visitors who like to travel when there is not much crowd and therefore it is quite calm.

Those who plan traveling with Nepal Royal Tourism should know that, overall, the best months to visit Kalinchowk are October to February depending on whether you want clear mountain views or to experience ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌snowfall.