Nepal and Bhutan Experience

10 Days

Start and end in Kathmandu, Kathmandu

Location Covered
Thimphu Paro Kathmandu Punakha Wangdue Phodrang
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USD 5,904
USD 2,657

Highlights

  • Explore Kathmandu UNESCO heritage sites including Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Durbar Squares, vibrant markets, and mesmerizing evening Bagmati River Aarti ceremony
  • Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Paro, drive to Thimphu, experience Bhutanese culture, local markets, monasteries, and peaceful Himalayan mountain surroundings
  • Discover Thimphu attractions including Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, museums, handicrafts, traditional medicine institute, and vibrant city life scene
  • Travel through Dochula Pass enjoying Himalayan views, visit Punakha Dzong, monasteries, rivers, and Bhutan’s ancient spiritual heritage sites exploration journey
  • Explore Paro including National Museum, Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyel ruins, Kyichu Lhakhang, and iconic Tiger’s Nest monastery hike experience adventure journey
  • Blend Nepal Bhutan journey combining spirituality, Himalayan landscapes, sacred temples, monasteries, cultural immersion, and unforgettable travel memories forever truly experience

Itinerary

Experience the breathtaking Himalayan journey through Nepal and Bhutan with this 10-day curated tour, blending spirituality, culture, and natural beauty. Begin in Kathmandu exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites like Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, and ancient Durbar Squares, enriched by vibrant markets and sacred evening Aarti. Fly to Paro and travel to Thimphu, discovering Bhutan’s cultural treasures including Buddha Dordenma and Tashichho Dzong. Continue to Punakha via scenic Dochula Pass, visiting majestic dzongs and monasteries. Explore Wangdue Phodrang before returning to Paro for the iconic Tiger’s Nest and historic sites. Conclude with unforgettable memories of sacred landscapes, Himalayan views, and warm local hospitality.

On the day of arrival at Kathmandu airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour around Kathmandu valley, visit sacred Pashupatinath Temple, Swyambhunath - very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage sites. Also visit the biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square. Also enjoy the evening Aarti ceremony which is performed at Pashupatinath Temple, a famous hindu temple situated on the banks of Bagmati river. Also walk to the nearby streets, explore local market, talk to locals and taste street food, etc. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kathmandu airport to board the flight for Paro. Upon arrival at Paro airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Thimphu. Upon arrival at Thimphu check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later enjoy the walks to the nearby streets, visit local markets, enjoy street food and communicate with local people. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Thimphu, visit National Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, BBS Tower, Government Run Handicraft Emporium, Folk Heritage Museum, National Textile Museums, National Institute of Traditional Medicine (out side view) and Zoo. However, some of the landmarks are closed in the weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Punakha, via en-route visit to Dochula Pass (3,050 Mts) that heralds the most enchanting views of Bhutan. Upon arrival at Punakha check in your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later enjoy the walks to the nearby streets, visit local markets, enjoy street food and communicate with local people. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong and Lingkana Palace, was strategically built at the confluence of the Pho Chu (male) and Mo Chu (female) rivers by the first Shabdrung of Bhutan, Ngawang Namgyel in 1637. Also visit Talo monastery and Nalanda Buddhist Institute to meet with the Buddhist monks and enjoy the fantastic views of the surrounding mountains. After finish your guided tour to Punakha, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Wangdue Phodrang, visit Wangdue Dzong and the local market. After finish your visit to Wangdue Phodrang, later continue drive to Paro, via en-route visit to Druk Wangyel Monastery, Dochula Chorten and and Simtokha Dzong. Upon arrival at Paro check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Paro, visit the National Museum (Ta Dzong) followed by a leisurely walk to visit Rinpung Dzong. Also visit the Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fortress where Bhutanese deterred several invasions by Tibetan army. Also visit the famous Paro Taktsang a sacred Vajrayana Himalayan Buddhist site located in the cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan. Evening, pay a visit to the Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines in Bhutan. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Paro airport to board the flight for Kathmandu. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later enjoy the experience of Aarti ceremony which is performed at Pashupatinath Temple, a famous hindu temple situated on the banks of Bagmati river. Also walk to the nearby streets, explore local market, talk to locals and taste street food, etc. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. 
Overnight at Hotel.

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Kathmandu airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

  • 9 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis
  • Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At
  • Daily breakfast at hotel
  • All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle
  • Local English speaking guide at Kathmandu, Thimphu, Punakha and Paro
  • One mineral water bottle per person per day
  • All currently applicable taxes including GST
  • Visas Fee (if applicable)
  • Monument entry fees
  • International/Internal flights from start to finish of the trip
  • Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature
  • Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking)

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes

Yes

Yes, All language local guides are available as per request.

Yes

Yes, although you will have to make your own way to where the group is heading to out of your own expense.

Yes

Absolutely. Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

Only for foreign national traveler.

Most of the places you will get free Wi-FI.

Yes

Yes

Yes

Currency always depend on the country.

You will receive all the booking pack with all the pick up times.

100% departure if there is single traveler.

Please speak to our sales team as soon as possible to see how we can help.

10

3 Star

Tips always optional.

Yes

Yes

 

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