SHORT NEPAL BHUTAN TOUR

  • DURATION13 Days
  • DIFFICULTY-LEVELEasy
  • GROUP SIZE1-12

Highlights

  • Visit Swayambhunath, Kathmandu Durbar Square & Bouddhanath Stupa
  • Visit the Davi's fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Sarangkot View Point, Bindhyabasini temple, and World Peace Pagoda in Pokhara
  • Jungle safari in Chitwan National park in Nepal
  • Get to see impressive aerial views of the Tibetan landscape and mountains during a flight to Bhutan
  • Visit Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Takin Sanctuary, Textile Museum, and Heritage Museum in Bhutan
  • Visit Punakha Dzong and Chhimi Lakahng in Punakha, Bhutan
  • Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Trip Overview

Short Nepal Bhutan tour is an adventurous journey that lets you explore the land of dragons, Bhutan, and the land of the world's highest mountain, Nepal. You get to know more in detail about the cultural heritage of these two Himalayan nations on this short Nepal and Bhutan Tour.

The short tour of Nepal and Bhutan is the best way to explore two landlocked Himalayan nations. We have designed our Nepal Bhutan Short Tour itinerary for 13 days to let you explore the better of these two countries in a limited timeframe. You get to know more in-depth about these beautiful countries when you go on a short tour of Bhutan and Nepal. You get to discover the stunning mountain ranges, spiritual people, and pristine landscapes in this Nepal Bhutan Short Tour that is once in a lifetime journey that will stay with you forever.

Nepal-Bhutan short tour begins with guided sightseeing of Kathmandu, you then travel to Pokhara, a beautiful city of Nepal. Take a tour of the major tourist attraction of Pokhara, We then travel to Chitwan National Park for wildlife activities in Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour.

We then travel back to Kathmandu, and from here, you take a scenic flight to Paro. Upon landing at Paro, you meet with the tour guide and drive to Thimphu. You explore Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro over the next few days and fly back to Kathmandu by enjoying aerial views of snow-capped mountains.

You get to explore the city of temples in Nepal called Kathmandu. Here, you visit numerous monuments that introduce you to Nepali culture and practices. You visit several monuments like Boudhnath Stupa, Swayambhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and places of visit in Pokhara. You also visit the Chitwan National Park. You get to see the rich culture, precise architecture, and daily life of locals during the tour in a short visit to Nepal and Bhutan. You also stroll on the lively streets of Thamel, filled with people from all around the globe.

Likewise, in Bhutan, you get to know more about Bhutanese cultural heritage. You visit the towns of Paro, Punakha, and Thimphu, and Thimphu presents a unique fusion of modern development and ancient traditions. You visit incredible sites, including Takin Sanctuary, home to the national animal of Bhutan, the Takin goat. You also visit the Punakha Dzong in the Punakha Valley of Bhutan. Likewise, you witness the splendor behind Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) in Paro, one of the most famous Bhutanese monasteries. It sits peacefully perched on the edge of a cliff, floating 900 meters above Paro Valley.

You also visit places like memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Textile Museum, Heritage Museum, Traditional School of arts & crafts, and Tashichho Dzong in Thimpu. Whereas, in Paro, you visit places like Tiger’s Nest Monastery, National Museum, Farm House, and explore the local market.

At the end of this short Nepal and Bhutan tour, you fly back to Kathmandu to take your final flight back home.

We also have a longer Nepal - Bhutan Tour - 15 Days  if this short Nepal-Bhutan tour is too short for you.

Itinerary

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After landing at Kathmandu airport, you find our airport representative waiting for you at the terminal gate to welcome you.

He will move you to the hotel. You have enough time to relax and refresh. Later, in the evening, you meet other team members and stroll on the colorful and lively streets of Thamel.

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  • Kathmandu

Today, you go on a guided sightseeing tour for UNESCO World heritage sites in Kathmandu. The Tour will be fascinating as you will be visiting various palaces, temples, shrines, and courtyards. The Tour will showcase to you so much about Nepalese culture, art, and architecture.

You visit mainly Monkey temple, Kathmandu Durbar squire, and Bouddhanath stupa today, and the guide drops you back at Hotel. You have a free evening.

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  • Kathmandu

We drive along the scenic Trisuli and Marsyangdi River to reach Pokhara, it’s a pretty good drive as we go by the beautiful river; we view Ganesh Himal and the Manaslu peak as well during the drive.

Pokhara is a tourists' paradise full of natural & cultural heritage sites. Pokhara offers lakes, caves, & temples of Buddhists and Hindus along with her lovely mountains. We will arrive in Pokhara about 6 hours of drive, the city of the lake. You are welcome to this beautiful town of serene lakes that gives so much meaning to your holidays.

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  • Pokhara

You will enjoy an early start this morning with the drive to Sarangkot, a beautiful hill famous for its sunrise over the Himalayas, and enjoy a close-up look of the Annapurna, Fishtail, and return to the hotel to have breakfast. And, go to visit Bindhyabasini Temple, Bahari temple, World peace stupa, Devi’s fall, and Cave. And, the evening is free to explore yourself and overnight at the hotel.

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  • Pokhara

After early morning breakfast, we will drive to Chitwan, Check into our jungle lodge and embark on a wildlife Tharu village tour.

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  • Chitwan

After b/fast amidst the sweet chirping of birds, we set out for a full day of jungle activities that include Jungle Walking, a Jeep Safari across streams & into the jungles, and enjoy a scintillating Tharu cultural stick dance, which is exciting to watch in the evening.

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  • Chitwan

After b/fast, we will take you for an interesting Bird watching tour in the morning and drive to Kathmandu and prepare for the next flight to Bhutan on the next day.

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  • Kathmandu

We transfer you to Kathmandu airport to fly to Bhutan. You get to see marvelous views of the Tibetan landscape and mountains during flight.

Upon landing at the Bhutan airport, you meet with the guide and driver outside the terminal building.

You then drive to Thimphu enjoying the beautiful views. Later, you explore the city and your nearby areas that include the Buddha statue, takin sanctuary, etc... If time permits.

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  • Thimpu

After having breakfast at the hotel, drive to Punakha and visit the Punakha dzong which is the second oldest in Bhutan and was built in 1637, it is located in the middle of the Male and female river by the spiritual leader Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, then you visit Chime Lhakhang temple.

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  • Punakha

After having breakfast at the hotel, you drive back to Thimphu and you walk around the Hontsho village, where The Tibetan refugees are living. And continue driving to Paro.

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  • Paro

Wake up early and have a delicious breakfast at the hotel, and go on a short hike to visit Tiger Nest Monastery. It is also known as Taktsang Monastery.

Later, you visit the National Museum, Farm House, and explore the local market in Paro.

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  • Paro

You are transferred to Bhutan airport to fly to Kathmandu. You enjoy aerial views of Tibetan snow-capped peaks.

Upon landing at the airport our guide welcomes you and transfer you to the hotel.

We also offer you a farewell dinner as this is your last night’s stay in Nepal.

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  • Kathmandu

Today is the end of your adventurous trip. Our airport representative will move you to the Tribhuvan International Airport for your flight back home.

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What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • All ground transportation by private vehicles
  • All the Accommodation – 12 nights (8 nights in Nepal and 4 nights in Bhutan)
  • Sightseeing in Nepal and Bhutan by experienced English speaking local tour guide
  • Government taxes, permits, entrance for national parks, and monuments.
  • Meals (Daily breakfast, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners)
  • Bhutanese visa fee
  • Flight from Kathmandu- Bhutan – Kathmandu

What's Excluded

  • International flights to and from Nepal
  • Nepalese visa fee
  • All personal expenses (personal gear, telephone calls, beverages, internet, laundry, etc.)
  • Meals (lunch and dinner) not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Anything not mentioned in the included section