Where?
When?
2
Select Date

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Where to?

Traveling when?

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Who is travelling?

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
From
US $7,060 per person

Festivals of Bhutan (Thimpu Festival)

12 days
•
Start and end in Kathmandu
4.7 (10 reviews)
  • View all
  • View all
From
US $7,060 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select departure month

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Pay only 10% today. The rest is due 75 days before departure. Learn more

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:
Platinum Operator
Explore!
Festival & Events
Celebrate culture, music, and traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
Image of a map showing the route of the tour

Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Start point
    Tridevi Marg, KMC-29, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal (Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu, Hotel reception, 19:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Ambassador)

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at local restaurant to try Nepalese cuisine (momos and dal bhat)
  3. Day 2

    Kathmandu to Paro

    Kathmandu to Paro
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Gawaling Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rimpung Dzong (if time allows)
    Landmarks
    Rimpung Dzong
  4. Day 3

    Paro - Dochu La Pass - Punakha

    Paro - Dochu La Pass - Punakha
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Zhingkham Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chimmi Lhakhang Monastery
    Landmarks
    Dochu La Pass
    Gangkhar Punsum
    Chimmi Lhakhang Monastery
    Punakha Valley
  5. Day 4

    Punakha

    Punakha
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Zhingkham Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    • Hike to Khamsum Yuley Chorten (2 hour round trip)
    • Visit farmhouse and try yak butter tea
    Landmarks
    Punakha Dzong
    Khamsum Yuley Chorten
  6. Day 5

    Punakha to Phobjika

    Punakha to Phobjika
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Yueloki Guest House)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Gangtey Monastery
    • Walk through Phobjika Valley
    • Visit black-necked-crane information centre
    Landmarks
    Phobjika Valley
    Gangtey Monastery
  7. Day 6

    Punakha - Thimpu

    Punakha - Thimpu
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Pedling Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit King Jigme Dorij Wangchuk memorial

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along Thimpu's streets if time allows
    Landmarks
    King Jigme Dorij Wangchuk Memorial
  8. Day 7

    Thimpu

    Thimpu
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Attend annual Thimpu Festival
    • Watch traditional masked dances (chhams)
  9. Day 8

    Thimphu

    Thimphu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Thimphu Festival - celebrations and dances
    • Green Weaving Centre visit (Youth Development Fund)
    Landmarks
    Thimphu Festival
    Green Weaving Centre
  10. Day 9

    Thimphu to Paro

    Thimphu to Paro
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Taktsang Monastery (3km, approximately 4-5 hours round trip)
    • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang temple
    Landmarks
    Taktsang Monastery
    Kyichu Lhakhang
  11. Day 10

    Thimpu - Kathmandu

    Thimpu - Kathmandu
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Ambassador)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Durbar Square
    • Visit Asan Bazaar
    • Visit Kumari Ghar
    • Visit Pashupatinath Temple
    • Visit Bodnath Stupa
    Landmarks
    Durbar Square
    Asan Bazaar
    Kumari Ghar
    Pashupatinath Temple
    Bodnath Stupa
    Bagmati River
  12. Day 11

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Ambassador)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Bhaktapur (estimated US$ 35, minimum 4 people)
    • Visit Swayambunath (Monkey Temple)
    Landmarks
    Bhaktapur
    Swayambunath
  13. Day 12

    Kathmandu

    Kathmandu
    End point
    Tridevi Marg, KMC-29, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal (Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu, Hotel reception, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

Explore our featured adventures

TourRadar earns higher commission on featured adventures here.

What's Included

Expand All
  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Hotel Ambassador

    Hotel 3*
    Days 1, 10, 11

  • Gawaling Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    day 2

  • Zhingkham Resort

    Hotel 3*
    Days 3, 4

  • Yueloki Guest House

    Hotel 3*
    day 5

  • Pedling Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    day 6

  • Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa

    Hotel 3*
    Days 7, 8, 9

Operated by

Explore!

Platinum Operator
Rating
4.5 (11,850 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
76%
Cancellation policy
Learn more

Traveler Reviews

4.7
Overall rating based on 10 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.6
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
    4.5

Sort by

Most recent
Most popular
Highest first
Lowest first

Sort by

Most Recent
Most Popular
Highest First
Lowest First
  • Linda4.5•April 2025
    Black necked cranes, yaks, the Tiger’s Nest.
    Traveled in March 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Tracey4.8•November 2025
    Unexpected highlight was the flight into Paro - Everest and the beautiful tree covered valleys. The clean air,...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Cerys4.8•November 2025
    Black neck crane festival was better than expected Tigers nest monastery hike was hard work but very worthwhile
    Traveled in June 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Heather4.5•November 2025
    The hikes, especially to Tiger’s Nest Monastery and the beautiful scenery on all the drives. Bhutan is stunning!
    Traveled in June 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Julie4.8•October 2023
    The hike to Tigers Nest was the most difficult walk I have ever done but also the most rewarding. The festivals were...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Ian3.8•October 2023
    Hike to Tigers Nest Monastery
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Christine4.5•October 2023
    Bhutan is a highlight in full
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Elaine4.8•October 2023
    I HAVE BEEN TO KATHMANDU BEFORE THEREFORE THE HIGHLIGHT FOR ME WAS BHUTAN. ALL OF IT ! THE PEOPLE, THE FESTIVALS,...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Dennis5.0•November 2023
    The Black Crane festival and The Tiger Nest Monastery were the high light but I also enjoyed the time in Thimpu
    Traveled in November 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Andrew5.0•November 2023
    Morning spent at the black crane festival. Great to see the locals in action. The hike to the tigers nest monastery...
    Show more
    Traveled in November 2023
    Review collected by Explore!

Sign up or log in to access your TourRadar+ savings

Dates & Prices

Select departure month

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Upcoming departures
Hurry, deals only available for a limited time!
Ends in2d2h11m3s
  • From Friday
    6 Nov, 2026
    To Tuesday
    17 Nov, 2026
    This departure date is not available or sold out
    Sold out
    From:
    US$7,290 per person
  • From Saturday
    13 Mar, 2027
    To Thursday
    25 Mar, 2027
    English
    From:
    US$7,440 per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    13 Days, with Paro Festival Version
    View this tour
  • From Tuesday
    5 Oct, 2027
    To Saturday
    16 Oct, 2027
    English
    From:
    US$7,060 per person
    Price based on Shared Room
  • From Saturday
    6 Nov, 2027
    To Wednesday
    17 Nov, 2027
    English
    From:
    US$7,060 per person
    Price based on Shared Room
    with Black Crane Festival Version
    View this tour

Want to read it later?

Download this tour’s PDF brochure and start tour planning offline

Why book with TourRadar?

    • Trusted and vetted operators
    • Rated excellent on
    • Best price guarantee
    • 24/7 customer support
    • Unlock exclusive TourRadar+ member savings

    To protect your payment and ensure your booking will be processed in United States, never transfer or communicate outside of the TourRadar website or app.

More benefits
Can’t find the answer to your question?
Reach out to the experts at Explore! with your enquiry, they usually respond within 1 day.

Trip essentials

Good to know

Tour ID: 124409

The practical details for your trip across Nepal and Bhutan: money, plugs and flexible ways to pay, all in one place.

Have a question? Chat with a travel expert

  • Pay in installments

    Spread the cost in interest-free biweekly installments of $318.

  • Deposit only

    Book now with just a 10% deposit. The remaining balance is due 75 days before departure.

  • 2 local currencies

    You’ll encounter Ngultrum in Bhutan, Nepalese Rupee in Nepal.

  • Plug types G, C, D, M

    You’ll need an adapter for these sockets in Nepal and Bhutan.

  • Currencies

    Nu.
    Ngultrum

    Bhutan

    रू
    Nepalese Rupee

    Nepal

  • Plugs & adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, C, D, M. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types C, D, M. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types G, C.

    • Type G

      Only used in Bhutan

    • Type C

      Only used in Nepal

    • Type D

      Only used in Nepal

    • Type M

      Only used in Nepal

  • Visa

    Whether you need a visa depends on your nationality and how long you stay. We can’t process visas for you, but here’s a quick indication for this trip.

    This is only an indication. Visa rules depend on your passport, trip length and purpose. Always confirm with the official embassy or consulate before you travel.

  • Payment information

    Pay now
    A 10% deposit
    Balance due
    75 days before departure
    Installments
    Interest-free, every two weeks
    Currency
    USD
    Booking fee
    None

    Book now with just a 10% deposit and pay the rest later. The remaining balance is due 75 days before departure, charged automatically to your card, or you can split it into interest-free biweekly installments of $318 at checkout. Everything is charged in USD, and TourRadar never adds a booking fee. Any trip departing before December 25th, 2026 will need to be paid in full at checkout.

    Accepted for Explore! tours

    • Visa
    • Maestro
    • Mastercard
    • American Express
    • PayPal

    TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.

  • Best price guarantee

    Found a lower price for the same tour elsewhere? We work directly with every tour operator, so we can match it.

    How it works

    1. Find a lower price

      Spot the same tour cheaper on another site or agency.

    2. Send us the quote

      Contact us before you book.

    3. We match it

      If the quote qualifies, you book with us at that price.

    Your quote needs

    • Same tour and operator
    • Same start and end dates
    • Same number of travelers
    • Same inclusions and destinations
    • Same booking and cancellation terms, in the same currency
    • A link to the site or agency offering it

    What doesn’t count

    • Quotes issued more than 24 hours ago
    • Cash back or loyalty program rebates
    • Itineraries that are similar but not identical
    • Similar tours run by a different operator
    • Bookings already confirmed on TourRadar

    Every new booking also counts toward your , which unlocks extra savings.

  • Cancellation Policy

    Cancellation terms may vary per tour. Please check for the full cancellation policy here.

    Checking the cancellation terms for this tour…

    Your money is protected. TourRadar is an authorized agent of Explore!, and we handle payments so you don’t have to. Payment is securely transferred to the operator based on your departure date.

  • Insurance

    Our travel protection from our award-winning partner, XCover, means you and your travel companions can book with peace of mind knowing there’s protection available in case your trip doesn’t go to plan. At checkout you will be able to select between different options in case you or the tour are eligible for insurance. In case no option is available, you are always able to purchase travel insurance outside of TourRadar.

    Checking which travel protection options are available for you…

  • Accessibility

    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

  • People also viewed

From
US $7,060 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select departure month

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0
Pay only 10% today. The rest is due 75 days before departure. Learn more

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Earn while you share

With TourRadar RISE, you can earn commission when someone books a tour through a link you share — like this one.

Videos

  • Explore Presentation
  • Travelling alone can take you out of your comfort zone
  • Brand video widescreen
  • Explore brand video
  • Book with confidence
  • Adventures Worth the Wait
  • Explore Cyber Sale
  • Sustainability
Explore Presentation

Keep Exploring Asia

Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

2

ChildrenUnder 18

0

Select departure month

2026

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2027

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

2028

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec