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Overview
An 11-day Tibet and Bhutan Tour Package designed by Everest Vacation takes visitors to the natural and cultural stunning landmarks. Fly to Tibet to explore the enigmatic Lhasa city. Visit the architecturally impressive Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and several Buddhist monasteries (Drepung, Sera, etc.). Witness Tibetan culture, interact with friendly locals, and savor delicious Tibetan cuisine. The freshwater Yamdrok Lake excursion adds charm to this amazing Tibet tour.
The Bhutan tour comprises 3 distinctive yet beautiful cities Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha. An excursion to the stunning landscapes of these 3 cities is fabulous offering a visual treat to the visitors. Get impressed by the architectural refinement of several Dzongs, Chorten, and Lhakhangs (Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, Kyichu Lhakhang, etc.). A panoramic mountain vista from Dochu La Pass including Bhutan’s highest peak is enchanting. The Bhutan tour is incomplete without visiting the Fertility temple-Chhimi Lhakhang and the renowned Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Tour Highlights
- UNESCO-listed Norbulingka Palace and Royal Museum Potala Palace
- Holy Barkhor Street and Spiritual Buddhist Sacred Jokhang Temple
- Visit the holy Drepung and Sera Monasteries
- Visit the freshwater sacred Yamdrok Tso Lake
- Thimphu Excursion (Tashichho Dzong, Memorial Chorten, Great Buddha Dordenma, etc.)
- Relish the wonderful views of mountain ranges from Dochu La Pass
- Punakha Sightseeing (Chhimi Lakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, Kham sum Yuley Lakhang)
- Visit Paro Dzong (Fortress), Old Paro Town, and Kyichu Lhakhang in Paro
- Hike to the renowned Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang) Monastery
- Kathmandu sightseeing including UNESCO World Heritage Sites (optional)
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Sample Itinerary (Customizable)
Day 1: Arrival in Lhasa (Tibet)
Welcome in Lhasa (Tibet) airport and transfer to Lhasa city. Rest today for high-altitude acclimatization.
* France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Poland, New Zealand and Australia and Singapore citizens can enter China without Chinese visa upto December 31, 2026. Except these nationalities, they must bring China visa from their country.
* Collect the Tibet Travel permit from to the airport or hotel of Beijing/Chengdu/or other china mainland city.
* Tibet Travel permit (hard copy) is requiring to fly Tibet.
Driving Distance to Lhasa from airport: 2 hours
Day 2: Lhasa Sightseeing tour
- Potala Palace
- Jokhang Temple
- Barkhor Street
Day 3: Continue Sightseeing tour Lhasa
- Sera monastery
- Drepung monastery
- Norbulinca temple
Day 4: Yamdrok Lake Excursion (Lhasa to Yamdrok to Lhasa)
Day 5: Flight to Kathmandu from Gonggar airport, Lhasa
Flight from Lhasa to Kathmandu, Nepal
Welcome in Kathmandu. Our guide and driver will meet you outside of airport and drop you to your hotel.
Arrival in Kathmandu - 11:35am.
* Lhasa to Kathmandu direct flight available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. (Updated: 04th May, 2024)
* There are no any flight/land connection between Tibet and Bhutan, so must stay atleast 1 overnight at Kathmandu, Nepal. Flight schedule doesn't match same day 2 flights from Lhasa to Kathmandu and Kathmandu to Paro as well.
Day 6: Kathmandu Sightseeing (It is optional, you can skip this day if you want)
- Pashupatinath Temple
- Boudhanath Stupa
- Patan Durbar Square and Museum
Day 7: Flight from Kathmandu to Paro(Bhutan) and Thimphu Sightseeing
Flight time: 9:10am (Kathmandu) - 10:30 am (Paro)
- Airport drop to Kathmandu and pickup from Paro airport.
- Drive to Thimphu
- Thimphu Sightseeing
- Tachogang Lhakhang,
- Visit Buddha Dordenma,
- Bhutan Postal Museum, Memorial Chorten
Distance: 1:15 hours flight & 1.30 hours’ drive
Day 8: Punakha Sightseeing
Drive from Thimphu to Punakha via Dochu La Pass
- Dochula Pass
- Punakha Dzong
- Suspension Bridge
- Chimi Lhakhang, Temple of fertility
Distance: 2.5 hours drive
Day 9: Punakha to Paro
After breakfast, drive back to Paro and Paro valley tour.
Distance: 3-4 hours drive
Day 10: Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest) Hike/Trek
Drive to hiking base point.
- Hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger’s Nest)
- Visit Kyichu Lhakhang and back to hotel.
Distance: 3-5 hours hike depend on you.
Day 11: Final departure from Paro, Bhutan
- Drop you at Paro airport before 3 hours of your flight time as per airport rule.
*Flights available from Paro to Bangkok or New Delhi or Kathmandu or Dhaka or Singapore
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.)
- Tibet Travel Permit
- Tibet visa if you want to apply from Kathmandu, Nepal
- Private vehicle with air conditioning
- Private English-speaking Tibetan guide for Tibet and English-speaking Bhutanese guide for Bhutan (Other language guide also available upon your request with extra cost.)
- Breakfast in Tibet
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in Bhutan.
- 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 or train tickets for Tibet and 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 on rapid rivers relishing scenic landscapes
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 in Nepal and get close-up views of the Himalayas and admire its beauty in Bhutan
National Park Tour: Wildlife Jungle Safari in a jeep or elephant to explore the region’s rich biodiversity, witness diverse flora and fauna, and get close to nature
Bhutan-Tibet 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
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