Bhutan Nepal Tour 9 nights 10 days10 Days,Private Tour
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Overview
Including Kathmandu, Bhaktapur & Pokhara | Thimphu, Punakha, Phobhjikha & Paro with Taktsang Monastery Hike
- Nepal Bhutan Tour 9 nights 10 days (4 nights in Nepal and 5 nights in Bhutan)
- Flexible Travel Route (Bhutan and then Nepal also possible), Flexible monuments to visit, Flexible number of nights in both countries.
- We take care of your Visa of Bhutan and internal flights. A Nepal visa is easily available upon your arrival at Kathmandu (TIA) airport.
The Nepal Bhutan Tour 9 nights 10 days by Everest Vacation is the complete package for all travelers seeking natural and cultural exploration. Visitors have the flexibility to customize the itinerary to their preferences. Travel around the UNESCO-listed sites in Nepal including the marvelous Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Pokhara sightseeing includes a hike to beautiful Sarangkot popular for sunrise and boating on the serene Phewa Lake. Free time walking around the Thamel area and shopping is a great way to conclude the Nepal tour. Explore the lovely cities of Paro, Thimphu, Phobjikha, and Punakha during the Bhutan tour. The mountain range views from Dochu La Pass are stunning. Visit fabulous landmarks such as Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, Great Buddha Dordenma, Chhimi Lhakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, Paro Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang, etc. The Phobjikha Nature trail hike offers a beautiful view of the valley. The iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery hike in Paro is amusing.
Trip Highlights
- Kathmandu sightseeing including UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Durbar Squares, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath, Pashupatinath)
- Phenomenal Sunrise View from Sarangkot
- Pokhara Sightseeing (Lakeside View, Davis Fall, Phewa Lake Boating, etc.)
- Visit stunning landmarks such as Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, Great Buddha Dordenma, etc. in Thimphu.
- Cherish the fabulous views of mountain ranges from Dochu La Pass
- Phobjikha Nature trail hike (2.5 Hrs), which offers beautiful view of the valley (starts from the valley and end with Gangtey Goempa)
- Punakha Sightseeing (Chhimi Lhakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, Kham Sum Yuley Lakhang)
- Visit Paro Dzong (Fortress), Old Paro Town, and enjoy the traditional Archery game in Paro
- Hike to the popular Tiger’s Nest Monastery
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Day to Day Journey
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and Kathmandu Sightseeing
Approx, 30 minutes drive from airport to hotel.
3star to Luxury hotels
Elevation: 1400m
- Pickup from Kathmandu (TIA) airport
- Place to visit / Tour
- Boudhanath ( A large Buddhist Stupa)
- Pashupatinath (Largest Hindu Temple having an open cremation area)
- Swoyambhu Stupa (Monkey Temple)
- If you arrive lately in Kathmandu, we will manage the tour in next day (before flight to Bhutan)
Day 2: Drive/Flight to Pokhara and Relax around lakeside
Approx, 30 minutes flight or 6 hours drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara.
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast
Elevation: 822m
- Place to visit / Tour
- Drive/flight to Pokhara
- Walking Tour around lakeside.
Day 3: Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Sightseeing
Approx, 30 minutes drive to Sarangkot hill from Pokhara valley.
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast
Elevation: 1600m
- Place to visit/tour
- Early morning drive to Sarangkot
- Sunrise view from Himalayas
- Drive back to Pokhara valley
- Phewa Lake boating
- Devi’s Falls
- Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave
- International Mountain Museum
- Bindhyabasini Temple
Day 4: Drive/flight to Kathmandu and Bhaktapur Tour
Approx, 30 minutes flight or 6 hours drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara.
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast
Elevation: 1400m
- Place to visit / Tour
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- Drive/flight back to Kathmandu and then Bhaktapur
- Tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Drive back to Kathmandu.
Day 5: Fly Kathmandu to Paro(Bhutan), drive to Thimphu and Thimphu sightseeing
Approx, 1 hour 30 minutes drive from Paro to Thimphu.
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation: 2200m
- Drop to Kathmandu airport
- Pickup from Paro airport
- Drive to Thimphu
- Place to visit / Tour
- Memorial Chorten (temple)
- Changangkha Lhakhang
- Statue of Buddha
- Visit the fortress of Thimphu, Tashichho Dzong
- Weekend market (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- If you arrive lately in Paro, we will manage the tour in next day morning.
Day 6: Drive to Punakha and Punakha Sightseeing
Approx, 2 hours 30 minutes drive from Thimphu to Punakha
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation: 1200m
- Drive to Punakha crossing over Dochu La Pass (3100 mts)
- Place to visit / Tour
- Dochu La Pass (views of the highest mountain peaks & walk around the 108 stupas)
- Hike through the paddy field and old village to visit Chhimi Lhakhang, the temple of fertility
- Punakha Dzong
- Khamsum Yuley Lhakhang
Day 7: Drive to Phobjikha and Phobjikha remote village tour
Approx, 2 hours 30 minutes drive from Punakha to Pobhjikha
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation: 3000m
- Drive to Phobjikha after breakfast.
- Place to visit/tour
- Phobjikha Nature trail hike (2.5 Hrs), which offers beautiful view of the valley. It starts from the valley and end with Gangtey Goempa
- Visit Gangtey Goempa Temple
- Crane Canter
- An option to visit a village and a farmhouse for lunch/dinner
Day 8: Drive to Paro and Paro Sightseeing
Approx, 5 hours drive from Phobjikha to Paro
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation: 2200m
- Drive to Paro after breakfast
- Place to visit / tour
- Paro Dzong (Fortress)
- Old Paro Town
- Could get some opportunity to see the traditional game, Archery.
Day 9: Hike to Taktsang Monastery and visit Kyichu Lakhang
Approx, 20 minutes drive from Paro town to base camp of hike
3star to Luxury hotels
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Elevation: 3120m
- Drive to base for the hike
- Place to visit / Tour
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) – 3 hours uphill
- Kichu Lakhang, one of the oldest temples in Bhutan
Day 10: Final Departure / Tour end
Breakfast
- Drop you to Paro airport from your hotel
- Return with some magnificent memories and moments from Nepal and Bhutan trip.
- Flight available from Paro to Kathmandu, Bangkok, New Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Singapore, Dhaka etc.
Cost Include
We are dedicated to providing quality service to our clients where safety is our topmost priority. We have not mentioned our costs as they depend on factors like trip customization, group sizes, travel season, trip duration, and types of accommodation, meals, transportation, and choice of various activities. (Note: On your request, we can send you cost details. Feel free to contact us for further details.)
- Bhutan Travel Permit and Visa
- Bhutan Government sustainable development fee (SDF) USD 100 per person per night.
- Private vehicle with air conditioning
- Private cultural English-speaking tour guide (Other language guide also available upon your request with extra cost.)
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) in Bhutan
- Breakfast in Nepal
- All accommodation as per your choice (Luxury/5-star or 4-star hotel or 3-star hotel)
- Monuments entrance/admission fees
- Guide and driver’s meals and accommodation
- Service Charge (the planning, handling, operational and communication charges) & government taxes.
- Handle your flight ticket (Kathmandu/Bangkok/New Delhi/Kolkata/Singapore/Dhaka/Singapore to Paro(Bhutan))
Outdoor Extra Activities
Not only historical, cultural, and natural tours embark on an adventurous journey through our outdoor extra activities. Some of our popular outdoor activities to carry out during this tour are as follows:
Hiking: Short scenic hikes take you closer to nature and offer picturesque views
River rafting: Thrilling White Water River rafting in Nepal and Bhutan on rapid rivers relishing scenic landscapes
Paragliding: Relish amazing panoramic Himalayan views, scenic landscapes, and beautiful surroundings
Zipline: Experience the longest and steepest zipline in Nepal and admire scenic surroundings (Currently no zip line in Bhutan)
Bungee jump: Adrenaline rush experience through bungee jumping in Nepal amidst beautiful surrounding scenery (Not permitted in Bhutan)
Yoga and meditation: Practice Yoga and Meditation in serene places such as a monastery, yoga centers, or in the vicinity of nature
Helicopter tours: Exciting helicopter tours to the iconic Everest Base Camp & Annapurna Base Camp in Nepal and get close-up views of the Himalayas and admire its beauty in Bhutan
Nepal-Bhutan Tour: Is It Right for You?
- A perfect combination tour of history, culture, and nature
- Suitable for all age groups of travelers (Senior citizens to Kids)
- Accompanied by experienced local guides
- Comfortable flat trails while sightseeing Heritage Sites
- Technical Climbing is not involved during the trip
- Hike through forested trails which is medium.
- An experienced guide accompanies you to ensure a comfortable Taktsang Monastery Hike. Pony rides to the halfway are also available.
- Transfer via clean private vehicles that are comfortable during sightseeing tours
Best time to visit
High season (Best Time):
March to May with the blooming flowers covering the hillsides, warm temperatures, stable weather with low humidity and rainfall, clear skies with clear views, and lush greenery everywhere. September to November with mild temperatures, stable weather, clear skies, and phenomenal views.Shoulder season (Good Time):
December to February with sunny day weather and slightly cold nights & mornings, mild day temperatures, clear surrounding views, and fewer crowds which is perfect for visitors seeking a peaceful visit.Low or Off-season (Average Time):
June to August with unstable weather and temperature, high humidity, light to heavy rainfall, mostly obstructed views, but lush greenery everywhere. High chances of flight cancelations and roadblocks due to floods & landslides in some places.Why Travel With Us?
- 24/7 International Support
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- Safety: Our Topmost Priority
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- Experienced Team and Expert Guides
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