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Nepal and Bhutan Tour: Essence of the Himalayas

14 days
From Kathmandu to Bhaktapur

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Kathmandu

    Start point
    Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Kathmandu Arrival, 01:05 - 23:55)
  2. Day 2

    Kathmandu

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit UNESCO heritage sites including Patan Durbar Square
    • Visit Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple)
    • Visit Boudhanath Stupa
    • Visit museum and ancient courtyards of Patan
    • Observe local artists painting gods and goddesses
    Landmarks
    Patan Durbar Square
    Swayambhunath Stupa
    Boudhanath Stupa
  3. Day 3

    Kathmandu to Pokhara

  4. Day 4

    Pokhara

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit World Peace Pagoda
    • Hike to Kalabang village
    • View Annapurna and Phewa Taal
    Landmarks
    World Peace Pagoda
    Phewa Taal
  5. Day 5

    Pokhara

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Devi's waterfall
    • Visit Gupteshwor Cave
    • 1 hour boat ride on Phewa Lake
    Landmarks
    Devi's Waterfall
    Gupteshwor Cave
  6. Day 6

    Pokhara to Chitwan

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Village tour to discover Tharu people culture and lifestyle
    • Nature guide presentation on Chitwan National Park flora and fauna
    Landmarks
    Chitwan National Park
  7. Day 7

    Chitwan

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Rhino tracking in Chitwan National Park with expert nature guide
    • Rapti River boat ride observing aquatic species
    • Ethnic dance performance by Tharu people
    Landmarks
    Chitwan National Park
    Rapti River
  8. Day 8

    Chitwan to Kathmandu

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Trishuli River
  9. Day 9

    Kathmandu to Paro to Thimphu

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rinpung Dzong Fortress
    • Visit Tachog Lhakhang Temple
    • Visit Kuenselphodrang Buddha Dordema statue
    • Visit Thimphu Trashi Chho Dzong
    Landmarks
    Rinpung Dzong Fortress
    Tachog Lhakhang Temple
    Kuenselphodrang
    Thimphu Trashi Chho Dzong
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  10. Day 10

    Thimphu to Punakha

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cross Dochu La Pass
    • Visit Druk Wangyal Lhakhang (monastery)
    • Hike to Chhimi Lhakhang fertility shrine
    • Visit Punakha Dzong
    Landmarks
    Dochu La Pass
    Druk Wangyal Lhakhang
    Chhimi Lhakhang
    Punakha Dzong
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  11. Day 11

    Punakha to Paro

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kyichu Lhakhang
    • Visit ruins of Drukgyel Dzong
    Landmarks
    Kyichu Lhakhang
    Drukgyel Dzong
    Mount Chomolhari
  12. Day 12

    Paro

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit cafeteria at 1-hour mark for panoramic views
    • Hike additional 45 minutes for better views and lunch
    Landmarks
    Taktsang Monastery
  13. Day 13

    Paro to Kathmandu to Bhaktapur

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk on Pottery Square
    • Observe traditional clay pot making

    Optional Activities

    • Participate in clay pot making process
    Landmarks
    Bhaktapur
    Pottery Square
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  14. Day 14

    Departure

    End point
    Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal (Kathmandu Departure, 01:05 - 23:55)

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 172989

  • Currencies
    Nu.
    Ngultrum
    Bhutan
    रू
    Nepalese Rupee
    Nepal
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for type G.

    Type G
    Bhutan
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Bhutan Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for and Nepal. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Bhutan.Nepal. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Nepal. Ideally 1 week before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before July 1st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 1st, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Aarya Village Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Aarya Village Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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