A tour of Kathmandu and Bhutan is an unforgettable experience that combines the rich culture and history of Nepal with the natural beauty and unique culture of Bhutan.
A tour of Kathmandu, Nepal’s capital city, will take you on a journey through time as you explore the ancient temples, shrines, and palaces that dot the city. You’ll marvel at the intricate carvings and rich history of the Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple, and the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples in the world. The tour will also take you to the Durbar Square, home to the ancient palace of the Kathmandu kings, and the Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world.
After exploring Kathmandu, you’ll head to Bhutan, the land of the Thunder Dragon. Bhutan is known for its natural beauty, rich culture, and unique way of life. You’ll see the stunning views of the Himalayas and the lush forests, as well as visit the traditional dzongs (fortresses) and monasteries that dot the landscape. One of the highlights of the tour is the visit to the Paro Taktsang, also known as the Tiger’s Nest, a sacred Buddhist temple that clings to the cliffs high above the Paro Valley.
Throughout the tour, you’ll also have the opportunity to experience the traditional culture and way of life of the Bhutanese people. You’ll learn about the local customs, traditions and the importance of Buddhism in daily life. You’ll also have the chance to try traditional Bhutanese cuisine and see the local art and craft.
Overall, a tour of Kathmandu and Bhutan is a journey that will take you to the heart of the Himalayas, where you’ll discover the beauty of the landscapes, the culture and the people of Nepal and Bhutan. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with nature, immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the region, and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour of ancient temples, palaces, and shrines in Kathmandu
Visit to the Monkey Temple (Swayambhunath Stupa)
Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples in the world
Durbar Square, home to the ancient palace of the Kathmandu kings
Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world
Visit to Bhutan, the land of the Thunder Dragon
Stunning views of the Himalayas and lush forests
Visit to traditional dzongs and monasteries
The highlight of the tour: the Tiger’s Nest, a sacred Buddhist temple clinging to the cliffs high above the Paro Valley
Immersion in local culture and way of life
Learn about the customs, traditions, and importance of Buddhism in daily life
Try traditional Bhutanese cuisine and see local art and craft
Journey to the heart of the Himalayas
Reconnect with nature and immerse in rich culture and history
Opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime
Arrive Kathmandu
Tour Kathmandu (Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath & Patan)
Fly to Paro
Tour Paro (Drugyel Dzong, Taktsang monastery, Ta Dzong and Rinpung Dzong)
Drive to Thimphu. Afternoon sightseeing (Memorial chorten, Changangkha monastery, Motithang mini zoo and Drupthob nunnery)
Morning tour Thimpu (Painting school, National library, Royal goldsmith workshop and handicraft centres. Afternoon drive to Wangdi Phodrang crossing the Dochhu La pass (3,116m)
Day excursion to the Gangtey Gompa valley
Morning drive to Punakha and visit the Punakha Dzong. Drive to Thimphu for lunch and proceed to Paro via the Simtokha Dzong
Fly to Kathmandu
Free day in Kathmandu (optional Everest flight – extra)
Depart Kathmandu
Note: Any other services not mentioned in the included or excluded services list will not be covered and will be the responsibility of the trekker.
You can apply visa to Nepal through embassy or other diplomatic mission to your country also you can obtain tourist visa upon arrival at Kathmandu airport. If you prefer to use a visa service you will find many by searching on the internet, one in particular we have found reliable is CIBT: https://cibtvisas.com/
Yes, it is compulsory you should arrange your travel insurance and please insure your chosen policy also covers helicopter and medical rescue and repatriation costs.
In Kathmandu or in other cities we use 5-star hotels and in trekking or in remote areas we provide the highest quality available.
Between 1000m and 3500m the temperature could be as high as 20 deg C to 5 deg C low. At higher altitude, the temperature ranges from 20 deg C to -10 deg C. During winter it is around 10 deg colder.
Nepal is Greenwich Mean Time plus five hours and 45 minutes. That means if it’s 8:00pm in Kathmandu, it’s 9:15am in New York and 6:15am in California.
Nepal is on the 220V system. Sockets are usually the three-pin variety, but they vary. If you are planning to use something like a hairdryer or electric shaver at the hotel, bring a converter and a selection of plug adapters.
There are varieties of Food item so menu will be provided to all the clients and they can order their food according to the menu.
As long as you are in good physical shape, you do not require any hiking experience for short treks. If you are planning a trek longer than a week, you should work out or do long day hikes at home.
You should bring a one-litre water bottle with you on the trek. We prefer that you purify water yourself using iodine in order to save scarce fuel. You can also buy mineral water bottles or boiled water during the trek.
Yes, we will provide you a domestic sim card or a satellite phone from which you can make international calls. You can also buy a domestic sim card on your own in Kathmandu.