Overview

Nepal is a mountain country which is dominated by the breathtaking scenery of Himalayas. Landlocked from all sides, it offers majestic mountain views, everywhere the eyes turn. Kathmandu is not only the capital city of Nepal but also the largest metropolis based in the entire Himalayan range. Known as the city of temples, Kathmandu is based in the Kathmandu Valley in the foothills of the Himalayas

Explore the cultural heartbeat of Thimphu, indulging in the warmth of Bhutanese hospitality and flavors. The pinnacle awaits at Taktsang, the Tiger's Nest Monastery, perched on a cliffside. Let the spirituality and breathtaking views captivate your soul. This tour is a curated blend of enchanting experiences, ensuring an intimate connection with Bhutan's essence

7 Nights 8 Days 24 May Kathmandu, Bagmati Province

Inclusions/Exclusions

What is included in the tour

Nepal:
- Pick up and drop off from Tribhuvan International Airport
- 03 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu at Hotel Shambala / Hotel Akama or Similar
- Meals: 03 Breakfast
- Exclusive A/c vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary. AC will not be used during uphill drive.
- 01 Ford / Fiat / Manza / Swift Dezire / Similar (maximum capacity 3 + 1 Seat for Driver) as per itinerary basis. (Do not have overhead carrier, travel with limited luggage)
Bhutan:
- 01 Night accommodation in Thimphu at Hotel Khamsum or Similar
- 01 Night accommodation in Punakha at Hotel Zhingkham Resort or Similar
- 02 Nights accommodation in Paro at Hotel Khamsum or Similar
- Meals: 04 Breakfast & 04 Dinner
- All transfers and sightseeing by 01 Wagon R or similar
- Driver and vehicle service shall be available from 8-9am to 6pm with 1Hrs lunch break time for Driver
- Sustainable Development Fee Per day Per head
- Bhutan Government approved Guide charges
Vehicle will be on point-to-point basis as per mentioned tour itinerary and will not be on disposal

What is NOT included in the tour

Any International Flight
Mandatory Travel Insurance
Entrance Fees/Activities Costs
Sightseeing spots not mentioned
Personal expenses such as snacks & beverages
Meals not mentioned
Costs arising due to flight cancellations/weather
Other costs that are beyond our control
TCS

Highlights

What makes this tour special

Enjoy a wonderful vacation in Nepal and Bhutan, covering attractions from famous cities like Kathmandu, Thimphu, Punakha, and more.
Explore Kathmandu on a sightseeing tour and visit various temples and shrines at Patan and Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Enjoy an adventurous hike to Taktsang Monastery, located on a steep cliff above the Paro Valley in Bhutan.

Itinerary

Day 1: Tribhuvan International Airport - Hotel

After completion of immigration formalities at the Kathmandu Airport exit door, you will be met by our representative and get transferred to hotel.
Evening free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Stay: Hotel Shambala / Hotel Akama or Similar

Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast you would be taken for tour of Kathmandu City.
You would visit Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.
Later in the day you would visit Patan Durbar Square and Swayambhunath Stupa, where we need to climb 360 stone steps to reach the top.
Evening free for leisure.
Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Stay: Hotel Shambala / Hotel Akama or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, you would be visiting Chandragiri Hills, a short excursion from Kathmandu offering great views of Kathmandu Valley and himalayan ranges on clear sunny day.
You can the reach the top using a cable car on direct payment basis.
The cable car trip is around 2.5 kms long.
Later return back to Kathmandu.
Rest of the day free for leisure.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu

Stay: Hotel Shambala / Hotel Akama or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Hotel - Tribhuvan International Airport - Paro to Thimphu Tranfers

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Airport for your return journey.
Meet and greet at Paro International Airport and transfer to Thimphu, which is approx. 1Hrs 30Min driver from Paro.
Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital, occupies a valley in the country’s western interior.
In addition to being the government seat, the city is known for its Buddhist sites.
The massive Tashicchhoe Dzong is a fortified monastery and government palace with gold-leaf roofs.
The Memorial Chorten, a whitewashed structure with a gold spire, is a revered Buddhist shrine dedicated to Bhutan’s third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk.
Check in at Hotel and Overnight stay at Thimphu.

Stay: Hotel Khamsum Thimphu or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Thimphu Full Day Sightseeing and transfer to Punakha & Night Stay

After Breakfast: Visit Sightseeing Starts- 1) Durga Temple/Shiv Temple 2) Buddha Point, 3) Coronation Park, 4) Takin Zoo (National Animal of Bhutan),5) Memorial Chorten 6) Folk Heritage Museum, 7) National Painting School 8) Royal Textile Museum, 9) Handmade Paper Factory, 10) Tashicchhoe Dzong & 11) Simply Bhutan(Traditional Culture Program – Tuesday Closed) & Night Stay at Punakha

Stay: Zhingkham Resort or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Punakha Sightseeing and transfer to Paro & Night Stay

Morning transfer to Punakha, it is approximately 90 kilometers and is nearly 03Hrs driver from Thimphu. En-route visit 1) Dochu la Pass, 2) Chhimi Lhakhang, 3) Punakha Dzong, 4) Suspension Bridge (Longest Bridge in Bhutan) and transfer to Paro & Night Stay.

Stay: Hotel Khamsum Paro or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Paro full day Local Sightseeing or Optional – Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery and Overnight Stay at Paro

Morning Visit - 1) Rinpung Dzong (Paro Dzong), 2) Kichu Lhakhang Monastery, 3) Drukgyal Dzong (Presently closed for Tourist), 4) Tiger Nest Monasteries (Viewpoint), 5) Ta Dzong (Paro Museum)

Optional – Hike to Tiger Nest Monastery (Hike uphill will take around 2/3 Hrs on way)

Paro Taktsang is a prominent Himalayan Buddhist sacred site and the temple complex is located in the Cliffside of the upper Paro valley in Bhutan.
A temple complex was first built in 1692, around the Taktsang Senge Samdup cave where Guru Padmasambhava is said to have meditated for three years, three months, three weeks, three days and three hours in the 8th century. Padmasambhava is credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan and is the tutelary deity of the country.
Today, Paro Taktsang is the best known of the thirteen Taktsang or "tiger lair" caves in which he meditated.
Night Stay at Paro.

Stay: Hotel Khamsum Paro or Similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8: Paro to transfer Paro International Airport for departure (Tour Ends)