This is an easy trek taking you along the rims of the Kathmandu Valley offering distant views of snowy mountains, and an idea of typical Nepali countryside life and ethnic culture. It is best suited for those who enjoy outdoor camping but who do not have enough time for longer treks into the high mountains. We drive to a trail-head at Buddhanilkantha and gradually hike uphill for approximately 2/3 hrs to Nange Gumba, a Buddhist nunnery and retreat centre where we halt for lunch. Then we walk for another 2 hrs to our campsite below Shivapuri. We continue walking along the valley rims with great views of mountains to our side. Camp at Mulkharka. The next day we reach Nagarkot, the best vantage point for mountain views. After a sunset view over the Himalayas we drive back to Kathmandu.