Nepal Bhutan Tour

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    Overview of Nepal Bhutan Tour

     

    Trip Introduction

    Bhutan is the Land of Thunder Dragon, locally known as Druk Yul. The inclusive tour package of Nepal & Bhutan begins with the major heritage sites and architectural temple Tours in Kathmandu and the spectacular mountain scenery of remarkable natural beauty and remote and dramatic monasteries of Bhutan that rule in the pristine and integral Bhutanese landscape. Above all, you will get a chance to interact with the local people and witness the way of life in Bhutan and Kathmandu. The monastery in Bhutan Druk Yul has offered some noticeable lifestyle. On this tour, you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with some values of Kathmandu’s UNESCO-listed Heritage.

    Accommodations

    During the visit to Kathmandu, we will provide you twin sharing accommodation in a 4-star Deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu, an ‘A’ category hotel in Paro and Thimphu, and a ‘B’ category hotel in Wangduephodrang. A single supplementary is available on request, and it costs USD 390, but it’s hard to get on festival time in Bhutan.

    Meals

    Regarding the food, we provide you breakfast in Kathmandu and the entire board in Bhutan. A complimentary welcome dinner and farewell dinner will be provided by the company in Kathmandu. Lunch & dinner are not included in the cost during the Kathmandu stay, and bar & beverage bills are also excluded from the price.

    Important Note:

    Your safety is our chief concern while traveling with All Nepal Hiking; Please note that your leader has the authority to adjust or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

    Equipment and Packing List

    While packing for Nepal & Bhutan Tour, certain equipment is essential. Please contact us for any confusion regarding checklist Leader(s) and Staff Arrangements. For our tour group, there will be one Tour guide & driver in Kathmandu sightseeing, and in Bhutan, there will be one local Guide, if necessary, helper, and driver during the visit. In fact, during the Kathmandu visit, our guide will be fluent in English speaking as will treat you as a well coming good hospitality. Even in Bhutan, there is standard tourism and respect for the tourist. Our all guide is very good, and well treated during the journey.

    Pre Trip Meeting

    Before all our tours, we host a Pre-Trip meeting here in Kathmandu on the 2nd day of your itinerary starts in the morning during breakfast and provides an opportunity for individuals to ask questions about your tour and to introduce you to other team members.

    Best Season

    Autumn and spring season are the best time to travel in Nepal and Bhutan. It is suitable for travel to Bhutan from mid-September to the beginning of December and March to May. December and January is the frozen time in Bhutan. The sunlight in Bhutan is so intense that the city is called Sunlight City. The thin air can neither block off nor retain heat so that the temperature extremes can be met in the daytime and the same night, respectively, in Bhutan. Most annual rainfall comes in the rainy season, starting from June to September, but July and Augusoff-seasoned off-season for both countries.

    Highlights
    1. Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest): Perched on the edge of a cliff, this iconic monastery is one of Bhutan's most famous landmarks. It's a challenging but rewarding hike, and the views of the Paro Valley from the monastery are simply spectacular.
    2. Punakha Dzong: This ancient fortress is one of Bhutan's most beautiful dzongs (monastery fortress). Located at the confluence of two rivers, it offers stunning views and is an important cultural and religious center.
    3. Thimphu: Bhutan's capital city, where traditional Bhutanese architecture blends with modernity. Visit the Tashichho Dzong, the National Memorial Chorten, and the giant Buddha Dordenma sto glimpsepse of Bhutanese culture and spirituality.
    4. Dochula Pass: A scenic mountain pass on the way to Punakha that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Eastern Himalayas, including a collection of 108 chortens (stupas).
    5. Gangtey Valley: This glacial valley is home to the stunning Gangtey Monastery and is a prime location for witnessing the rare and endangered black-necked cranes during their winter migration.
    6. Traditional Bhutanese Culture: Experience Bhutanese culture and traditions through visits to local villages, with witneconventionaltional dance performances, and participating in colorful festivals like Paro Tsechu and Thimphu Tsechu.
    7. Bhutanese Cuisine: Taste the unique flavors of Bhutanese cuisine, including dishes like ema datshi (chilies and cheese), momos (dumplings), and red rice.
    8. Phobjikha Valley: This picturesque vall only home to the black-necked candt also offers opportunities for nature walks and experiencing rural Bhutanese life.
    9. Buddhist Monasteries: Bhutan is dotted with numerous monasteries and temples. Apart from Taktsang and Gangtey Monastery, visit other significant ones like Kyichu Lhakhang and Rinpung Dzong.
    10. Haa Valley: A lesser-explored gem, the Haa Valley offers stunning views, traditional villages, and the chance to visit Lhakhang Karpo (White Temple) and Lhakhang Nagpo (Black Temple).
    Itinerary

    Well, come to Nepal; upon your arrival in Kathmandu, we will greet you at the Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to the Hotel of your choice for rest since you will be just past a long flight. You might visit our office if interested after some rest, and later in the evening, we will organize a welcome dinner at an excellent traditional Nepalese Restaurant.

    • Max. Altitude:1400m
    • Accommodation:Hotel

    The day will start with a guided tour of Kathmandu's historical and spiritual attractions; including the historic Durbar Square, the famous Swayambhunath (Monkey temple) from where you will see the beautiful view of Kathmandu valley, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, and Bouddhanath Stupa, which is the second biggest Stupa of the world. After returning back to the hotel, you will make some preparation for the next day's journey to Bhutan.

    • Max. Altitude:1400m
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Meals:Breakfast

    Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Paro (2,135m/7,000 ft), which offers fascinating views of the eastern Himalayan range of Nepal, including Mt. Everest. On arrival, our Druk Yul representative will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel for a short rest and lunch. Later in the day, you will explore around the Paro Valley and visit one of the strategic but ruined fortresses of Drugyul Dzong. From here, on a clear day, you can see Mount Jumolhari, Bhutan's second-highest mountain at 7,314 meters. You will continue through the beautiful valley to visit the watch tower, known locally as Ta-Dzong, which is now the National Museum of Bhutan. Overnight at a hotel in Paro. (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner are included)

    • Max. Altitude:2,135m
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:about 1h 10min flight
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Today, after breakfast, you will hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery, which is Druk Yul's most famous monastery, situated at 3180 meters. Guru Rinpoche is said to have flown on the back of a tigress to meditate in a cave where Taktsang Monastery now stands. Lunch will be served in the Cafeteria Restaurant, located about halfway up the mountain. The monastery is perched on the edge of a cliff, about 900 meters above Paro Valley. After having explored the monastery, you will hike down to Paro. Then drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Overnight at a hotel in Thimphu. (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner are included)

    • Max. Altitude:2280
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:2 hoyrs drive
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Today, you will explore the major sites of Thimphu on a relaxed guided tour. Highlights include the memorial Chorten built in memory of the late third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, commanding 15th-century Changangkha Temple, the traditional indigenous hospital, the National Library with its treasure troves of manuscripts and ancient texts, and the traditional painting school where education is free for students to learn the ancient skills of traditional painting. Later on, you will drive through beautiful countryside to Wangduephodrang across the Dochula Pass, where on a clear day, you can get spectacular views of the Himalayas. From the pass, drive downhill through the forests of rhododendron, fir, and hemlock. Check into the hotel on arrival. Overnight at a hotel in Wangduephodrang. (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner are included)

    • Max. Altitude:1245.45 meters
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:2.5 hrs
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    After breakfast, you will visit the Punakha Dzong, which is stunningly situated in between the male and female rivers like an anchored ship. On the way back, you will visit Chimi Lhakhang, which is a fertility temple dedicated to Divine Madman or Lama Drukpa Kuenley. If you wish, receive the blessing from the Lama's wooden phallus! Continue driving to Paro via Dochu La Pass. Here, you will visit the new Druk Wangyal Monastery, which is the only of its kind in the country with elaborate paintings depicting the lineage of the present monarchy and their visionary works. Stop in Thimphu for lunch. Later in the evening, you can drive to Paro. Overnight at a hotel in Paro. (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner are included)

    • Max. Altitude:2264.81 m
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:4-5hrs
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Today you will be back in Kathmandu from Druk Yul. This morning we will transfer you to the Paro airport to catch your short but very scenic flight to reach Kathmandu that goes again above the massive Himalayan range such as Mt Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Tsrim Gang, and Jichu Drake. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. During the remaining time, you can just rest and relax at the hotel or can explore the surrounding areas in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast is included)

    • Max. Altitude:1400m
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:around 01h 20m
    • Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    We start our tour of two more UNESCO World Heritage Site cities adjacent to Kathmandu: Patan & Bhaktapur. Patan is also known as The City of Fine Arts. Patan Durbar Square is one of the places in the Kathmandu Valley where medieval arts and architecture remain in their original state. The Durbar Square is full of ancient places, temples, and shrines, noted for their exquisite carvings, mostly the Hindu and Buddhist monuments. Similarly, the medieval town of Bhaktapur, or the Town of the Devotees, preserves medieval arts, architecture, culture, and lifestyle to this date. One is sure to feel like traveling back into the past while walking along the Bhaktapur thoroughfares, squares, and streets. Later in the day, you can do your last-minute shopping for souvenirs or gifts for your family, friends, or relatives. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast and farewell dinner are included)

    • Max. Altitude:1400m
    • Accommodation:Hotel
    • Time:1 day
    • Meals:Breakfast and Farewell Dinner

    If departing, you will be transferred to the international airport for your departure flight to your wards destination or if you have other trips to extend, you can simply go ahead with your program.

      Today you will be back in Kathmandu from Druk Yul. This morning we will transfer you to the Paro airport to catch your short but very scenic flight to reach Kathmandu that goes again above the massive Himalayan range such as Mt Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Tsrim Gang, and Jichu Drake. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. During the remaining time, you can just rest and relax at the hotel or can explore the surrounding areas in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast is included)Today you will be back in Kathmandu from Druk Yul. This morning we will transfer you to the Paro airport to catch your short but very scenic flight to reach Kathmandu that goes again above the massive Himalayan range such as Mt Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Tsrim Gang, and Jichu Drake. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. The remaining time, you can just rest and relax at the hotel or can explore the surrounding areas in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast is included)

      Today you will be back in Kathmandu from Druk Yul. This morning we will transfer you to the Paro airport to catch your short but very scenic flight to reach Kathmandu that goes again above the massive Himalayan range such as Mt Everest, Kanchenjunga, Chomolhari, Tsrim Gang, and Jichu Drake. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel. During the remaining time, you can just rest and relax at the hotel or can explore the surrounding areas in Kathmandu. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast  is included)

      We will organize this trip on the dates requested by you. If the given date is not favorable, then please contact us, and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.

       

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      • green star

        The most organized tour

        All Nepal Hiking is an incredibly well run business! Jasmine was great to work with. She answered all our questions during the planning process, and helped us plan our entire month. Our guide (Dinesh) was very knowledgeable, polite, and very organized. With his guidance we had zero issues getting up and over Thorong-La.
        Jasmine also arranged a cultural tour of Bhutan for us which was very organized and all we had to do was show up, which was a great finish to our month long trip

        J
        Jacob MCanada,Dec 2023

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