Nepal and Bhutan in 13 Days
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- 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.
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- 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
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
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...
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
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 ...
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...
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 ...
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
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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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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
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Transportation & flights
Breakfast: 11 Lunch: 6 Dinner: 7
Everest scenic flight over mount Everest during the sunrise on 2nd day ($250/pax extra)
WHY THIS TRIP The Best of Nepal Bhutan tour takes 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 the age.
Trip Notes •We reserve the right to change and that the program may be reversed. Things can happen that make it impossible to meet them as planned. If any meeting or plan would not be feasible, we always try to find an equivalent alternative. In Nepal, you always have a plan B and C! •What follows is a general flow of events. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be flexible •A trekking permit is a must to travel to controlled areas. Permit, however, is issued only to groups. Individual trekkers will not be issued trekking permit.
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