Nepal and Bhutan in 13 Days

Name: Nepal and Bhutan in 13 Days
Brand: Swotah Travel and Adventure
SKU: swotah-swotah-NABT81
Price: 2176 USD
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Overview

Trip type

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

The Best of Nepal Bhutan tour passes through two beautiful Himalayan nations of South Asia: Nepal and Bhutan. This trip guides you to the ancient city of Kathmandu, the beautiful lake city - Pokhara, the home to rare one-horned rhinoceros - Chitwan and finally steps to the last Shangri-La - Bhutan showcasing the major cultural and natural attractions such as Tiger's Nest, Simtokha Dzong, King’s Memorial Chorten etc. The adventure of visiting two different nations in one holiday is absolutely strain-free and can be done by almost anyone physically fit irrespective of age.

What's this trip about?

Experience the adventure of traveling to two beautiful Himalayan nations of South Asia; Nepal and Bhutan. The Best of Nepal and Bhutan tour starts from the land of the Mt. Everest; the birthplace of Gautam Buddha — Nepal; and finally steps to the last Shangri-La--Bhutan.  This 13-day adventure starts with sightseeing from the diverse city Kathmandu, Nepal and proceeds to sightsee in the amazing lake city - Pokhara and heads to the oldest national park in Nepal - Chitwan. Next, the Bhutan tour begins with visits to popular Bhutanese attractions like Simtokha Dzong, King’s Memorial Chorten, Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Punakha Dzong (fortress), and others.  This tour traversing through two different south Asian Himalayan countries, exploring mountains and varying culture is absolutely physically strain-free and almost anyone in good shape can be a part of it without having to think twice about the physical or age restrictions. Apart from short walks during sightseeing around different cities and some stairs, the only strenuous walk required during the whole tour is while hiking up to Tiger’s nest monastery in Bhutan. So, if you are eager to visit different countries with varying culture, tradition and beautiful landscapes without having to compromise with comfort, within one holiday then this trip is definitely for you. Experience two different countries in one holiday with Best of Nepal and Bhutan!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights

Group sizeSmall Group - max of 14 people

Age range10 to 65 years

Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included

Start CityKathmandu

End CityKathmandu

Travel Themes

Cultural
Nature & Wildlife
Hiking & Walking
Photography

Destinations

Activities

Culture
Hiking
Nature
Photography

Min Group Size

Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

Max Group Size: 14

Trip includes

Accommodation Nights (twin sharing basis): 12 (Total)
Nepal=07 nights, Bhutan=05 nights
Overland/ Air Transportation
Private Car/Jeep: airport transfer, Kathmandu sightseeing, all transportation in Bhutan as mentioned in the itinerary
Public Deluxe Coach: Kathmandu to Pokhara, Pokhara to Chitwan, Chitwan to Kathmandu
Ticket/Fees/Taxes: travel permits, Chitwan National Park Entrance fee(s), Bhutan visa, taxes
Staffs: guide=01
Complimentary: souvenir, sim card (zero balance)

Itinerary

DAY 1: Arrival to Kathmandu

At the arrival section of Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, one of our representatives will be waiting to welcome you. The airport representative will explain the program upon arrival and escort you to the hotel on a private vehicle. Overnight in Kathmandu Meals: Dinner

DAY 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing

After breakfast, the Kathmandu tour starts. Kathmandu valley is the capital of the country and home to 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It is an incredibly diverse city with a breathtaking Newari culture, centuries-old Hindu and Buddhists cultural sites alongside a plet...

DAY 3: Pokhara

Today, we drive through beautiful villages and landscapes to Pokhara. After approximately 7-8 hrs of drive we reach the beautiful lake city Pokhara. Upon reaching Pokhara, we can stroll around the lake side. Overnight stay at the hotel Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4: Pokhara sightseeing

Pokhara (city of lakes) is a beautiful city situated on a shore of Fewa lake. We will go for sightseeing around the World Peace Stupa, Tal Barahi Temple, Begnas Lake and many more as per your preferences. Shopping around the city, boating on the Fewa lake can also be ...

DAY 5: Chitwan

Today we drive towards the south western part of Nepal- Chitwan from Pokhara. It takes about 4-5 hours to reach Chitwan. Upon reaching Chitwan, we visit the oldest national park in Nepal, Chitwan national park. It is the sanctuary to varieties of rare and endangered a...

DAY 6: Activities in Chitwan

We start our tour with a full day jungle safari around Chitwan National Park. After breakfast, we visit the elephant breeding center and enjoy bathing the elephants. In the afternoon, we drive through the jungles on a Jeep and later go for a canoe ride down the Rapti ...

DAY 7: Kathmandu

Early in the morning, after breakfast we drive towards Kathmandu from Chitwan. Driving along the plains of Terai, we gradually move along the winding road enjoying the beautiful landscapes of hilly terrains and small houses on the way. After almost 6-7 hours’ drive, we reach Kathmandu in the evening. Overnight in Kathmandu Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8: Thimphu

Depending on your flight time you will be transferred to the airport. The airport check-in is 3 hours prior to the departure time and the hotel checkout time is usually 12 P.M. Our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to the airport. The flight t...

DAY 9: Thimphu

Enjoy a full day of sightseeing at the bustling capital of Bhutan-Thimphu. We will visit the National Memorial Chorten, first initiated by the Third King in order to protect from negative impacts of modernization, and a monument of world peace. The Royal Queen Mother ...

DAY 10: Thimphu - Punakha

Today we drive over the Dochu-La pass (3,100 meters), which offers an incredible view of Himalayan peaks on a clear day before descending to Punakha valley (about 3 hrs drive). At Punakha, we visit Punakha dzong, also known as Punakha Dzong (meaning “the palace of gre...

DAY 11: Punakha - Paro - Thimphu

In the morning, we drive to Yabesa village and hike to through rice fields and up to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten built by her majesty the queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon Wangchuk. Next, we explore the Wangduephodrang Dzong. We then drive back to Thimpu and proceed to P...

DAY 12: Hike to Tiger’s Nest

After breakfast, we hike towards the Taktsang Monastery which takes about 3 -4 hrs to reach there. The Monastery is an important pilgrimage site for the Buddhists. As per the legends, the great Guru Rimpoche and his consort meditated in a cave here for three months af...

DAY 13: Depart Paro

Depending on your flight time, you will be escorted to the airport. You fly back to Kathmandu in the morning and visit Boudhanath and Pashupatinath in the evening. Meals: Breakfast

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Price per day$167

Last Updated: 4/9/2024

$475 for Ktm-Paro round flight

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Logistics

What's excluded

International flights and visa fee to Nepal on arrival
Flight Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu ($475 extra)
Tips for our staffs
Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Entrance fee(s) during sightseeing in Nepal
Travel and medical insurance
Expenses of personal nature as bar bills, laundry, telephone calls and personal gratuities etc
Extra night accommodation because of early arrival and late departure

Accommodation

Hotel: 12 Night(s)

Transportation & Flights

International flight Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu $375/pax extra (not included),

Transportation & flights

International flight Kathmandu-Paro-Kathmandu $375/pax extra (not included)

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Meals Included

Breakfast: 11 Lunch: 6 Dinner: 7

Age Requirements

10 to 65 years

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