Nepal & Bhutan: 6-Day Cultural Highlights Tour with Flights
ID: GYG1236529-1896193
Category:
Country: Bhutan
Duration:
6 days
Description
Explore Nepal and Bhutan in 6 days, visiting Kathmandu, Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, and Tiger’s Nest Monastery with guided sightseeing, flights, and accommodation included.
Experience the cultural treasures of Nepal and Bhutan on this immersive 6-day journey. Begin in Kathmandu, where you’ll be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Explore the vibrant city before flying to Bhutan, landing in Paro and transferring to Thimphu for a scenic drive through valleys, terraced fields, and traditional villages.
In Thimphu, visit iconic landmarks such as Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, the National Memorial Chorten, and the Folk Heritage Museum. Stroll through the local craft bazaar to experience Bhutanese culture firsthand. Continue to Punakha via the picturesque Dochula Pass, stopping to admire panoramic views of the snow-capped Himalayas. Explore Punakha Dzong, the stunning Punakha Suspension Bridge, and nearby villages for a glimpse of rural Bhutanese life.
Return to Paro for the highlight of the tour — a hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang), perched on a cliff 900 meters above the valley floor. Discover the sacred monastery’s temples, shrines, and meditation caves, all set amidst breathtaking Himalayan scenery. Time permitting, visit Rinpung Dzong before returning to your hotel.
Conclude your Bhutan journey by flying back to Kathmandu for your final night. This all-inclusive tour includes flights, private transfers, accommodation, daily meals, visa arrangements, and guided sightseeing, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience of Nepal and Bhutan’s cultural and natural wonders.
Highlights
- Explore Kathmandu’s rich heritage and vibrant city life
- Visit Thimphu’s Buddha Dordenma, Tashichho Dzong, and local museums
- Discover Punakha Dzong, Punakha Suspension Bridge, and scenic valleys
- Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Participants must carry a valid passport with at least 6 months’ validity.
Bhutan visa is included; please provide passport details in advance.
The Tiger’s Nest Monastery hike is moderate to challenging (4–5 hours round trip); wear comfortable hiking shoes.
Some days involve long drives through scenic mountain roads.
Weather in Bhutan can be cool to cold, especially in the mountains; dress in layers.
Travelers are advised to bring personal medications, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to terrain and hikes.
INCLUDED
- Entrance fees to monuments, dzongs, museums, and scenic sites
- International flight fare
- Daily meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- Accommodation in Kathmandu (Himalayan Suite Hotel) and Bhutan as per itinerary
- Flights: Kathmandu ↔ Paro round trip
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Private non-sharing vehicle for all transfers & sightseeing
- All parking charges, road taxes, and tolls
- Licensed English-speaking Bhutanese tour guide throughout Bhutan
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kathmandu & Paro
- Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) USD 100 per person per night
- Bhutan visa fee (USD 40)
- Mineral water during the tour
- Local SIM card
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, tips, beverages, shopping)
- Hot-stone bath
- Rafting or adventure activities outside itinerary
- Additional sightseeing or extra vehicle use beyond itinerary
- Trekking gear or accessories (sleeping bags, trekking shoes)
- Travel insurance
- Anything not explicitly mentioned under “Inclusions”
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
