Nepal and Bhutan Tour
fromAdmire the natural and cultural charms of Nepal and Bhutan through cultural tours and a short hike and explore the Birthplace of Buddha and the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Activity Level Leisurely
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Group Size Medium Group
Nepal and Bhutan, two of the most alluring neighboring countries to India. Both have rich histories, Tibetan and Buddhist influence, the panorama of Mt. Everest, natural opulence and so much more.
Take this Nepal and Bhutan Tour and visit two Himalayan nations – Nepal and Bhutan – renowned for their dramatic landscapes, outstanding mountain views, generous hospitality, and fascinating culture. Discover the cultural riches of these two Himalayan destinations. This unforgettable Nepal and Bhutan Tour will let you experience unique customs and traditions that have remained untouched by modernity. Our Nepal and Bhutan Tour is a cultural extravaganza in two beautiful South-Asian nations.
- Airport transfers and escorts in Nepal, Bhutan.
- All meals during the tour. (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea, and coffee)
- Accommodation while on the tour
- Domestic airfares and transportation as itinerary
- English speaking government-licensed guides
- Entry permits and fees for all temples, parks, monasteries, and cultural and historical sites.
- Bhutan and Tibet visa fees and processing assistance (Please e-mail us your color scan copy of passport)
- Staff cost including their (wages, insurance, food, and accommodation)
- 4 nights accommodation at 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis with breakfast.
- Standard accommodation in Bhutan with breakfast on twin sharing basis
- All guided sightseeing tours in Nepal & Bhutan and entry fees.
- All ground transportation on comfortable private vehicle
- All government and local taxes
- International airfares
- International airport tax and entry visa fees
- Trekking Equipment
- Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
- Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
- Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects.
- Tips & Gratuities to porters and guides
- We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.
- Day 1 Depart Home Country
- Day 2 En Route (Transit)
- Day 3 Arrive Kathmandu (1,350m/4,429ft)
- Day 4 Fly to Pokhara (823m/2,700ft) and casual day
- Day 5 Guided sightseeing tour in and around Pokhara. Overnight at a hotel.
- Day 6 Drive to Sarankot for sunrise and mountain views, then onto Chitwan National Park on a private tourist vehicle- 7 hrs
- Day 7 Safari in chitwan
- Day 8 Morning activites in chitwan and drive back to Kahtmadnu
- Day 9 Fly to Paro, city sightseeing
- Day 10 Paro to Thimphu, Hike to Taktsang Monastery
- Day 11 Hike to Wangditse Gompa followed by sightseeing in Thimphu
- Day 12 Thimphu to Punakha, Hike to Lungchutse Monastery
- Day 13 Fly to Kathmandu and sightseeing
- Day 14 Transfer to airport for final departure
- Day 15 En Route Home Country
- Day 16 Arrive Home Country
All you need to bring for this Tour is simply some comfortable clothes; there is no any requirement of special equipment on the tour. However for your ease, the following gives you the general idea about the personal items you need to manage for the trip. The personal items referred here are optional and depends upon your choice. The most important factor to be considered while choosing the equipments and your Bag-pack, is the time of the year you are travelling.
In a tour, the vehicle transfers all the heavy items and equipments. But the Personal belongings of the clients which is required at any moment like money, water bottle, camera, suns cream and toilet paper etc. should be carried by yourself. It is therefore advisable that you pack the personal belongings into your daypack.
A Note on Packing
For your international flights, we recommend that you pack all your equipment in your two duffle bags or suitcase. Do not simply pack your backpack (since the straps can be damaged by the baggage handling machines). It is important to lock these bags for their trip. Depending on the airport, you may be able to put your travel locks on after TSA has searched the bags. If not, Lock the bags with Zip Ties. If the TSA cuts off the zip-tie to search your bag, they will replace it. You will still need the travel locks to lock your bags in the hotel and during the tour .
- Duffel or Rucksack bag or suitcase
- Daypack
- Warm wool or synthetic hat that cover your ears (only if you are travelling in the cold season i.e January, February and December)
- Goggles or sunglasses for sunbeam, dust and wind.
- A neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth if you feel you will need it and is for cold season i.e January, February and December.(optional)
- 1 pair warm gloves (This is required if your are travelling in cold season i.e January, February and December).
- T-shirts (2).
- Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket (preferable if you are travelling in rainy season from June to September.)
- 1 pair cotton pants (loose jeans/khakis), 1 pair shorts.
- 2 pairs lightweight long underwear/thermals (if you are traveling in winter January, February and December).
- 2 pairs of liner socks, synthetic or capilene.
- 1 pair light camping shoes or sneakers..
- 1 pair sandals (Optional).
Medicines and First Aid Kits
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude-related headaches.
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea.
- 1 small personal sized first-aid kit with blister treatments such as mole skin, band-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc. Your guides will have more extensive medical gear, but you should have the basics for general use.
Miscellaneous, but Important !
- Passport and extra passport photos (4 copies).
- Airline ticket
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport.
- Lip balm. At least SPF 20, 2 sticks. A string taped to the stick is helpful, to hang around your neck and some are now being sold with a cord already attached. Handy as it avoids you from having to stop and look for it.
- Sunscreen.
- Toiletry kit. Be sure to include hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer
- 2 bandanas.
This list is only a guide. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. Use your experience and the listed features to find the best gear for you. Some of the above equipment can be easily found in stores in Kathmandu for cheaper prices.
This trip is suitable for any kind of people. No previous experience is required. Persons suffering from a pre-existing medical condition must seek medical advice before considering the trip.
It is vital to know that Bhutan does not have a Visa on Arrival Service. Except for a few southeastern countries like India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives, tourists from all other countries need to get a visa for traveling to Bhutan. Applying for a visa for Bhutan is a relatively easier process than what people imagine. You cannot apply for a visa on your own so you need to book a trip with your international tour operator or a local travel agency to apply online on behalf of you. These tour agents should be registered with the Tourism Council of Bhutan. Certain documents particularly the electronic copy of your passport is required for processing by the tour agency. It costs about $40 for the application.
It will take about 72 working hours for the Tourism Council of Bhutan to process your visa. Your visa clearance letter will be sent to your tour operator, the airport immigration terminal, road checkpoints, and the airlines that you choose to fly from. Your visa is usually cleared about 1 to 2 weeks before your destined trip date. At the entry point in Bhutan, your visa will be stamped in your passport. Having the visa processing done through your tour operator makes it rather easier and hassle-free.
The best time for Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet tours is between February to June and September to December.
