General Information
Highlights
- Explore the UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
- Witness mesmerizing panorama of the Himalayan ranges in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan
- Visit some of the esteemed monasteries and dzongs in Bhutan including Tiger’s Nest Monastery
- Relish the sights of architectural marvels in Tibet including the Potala Palace
Tour Details
Duration: 23 Days/ 22 Nights
Start/ End: Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Tour Route: Kathmandu – Paro – the Tiger’s Nest – Punakha – Paro – Kathmandu – Pokhara – Chitwan National Park – Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kathmandu
Tour Type: Tailor-made tour
Tour Customizable: Definitely! Tell us your interest
Vehicle: private air-conditioned vehicle and licensed driver
Guide Service: private English-speaking guide
Tour Departure: No fixed departure. Anytime you wish!
Brief Itinerary
Nepal
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing
Bhutan
Day 03: Paro Arrival
Day 04: Hiking Trip to the Tiger’s Nest
Day 05: Transfer to Punakha
Day 06: Back to Paro
Nepal
Day 07: Kathmandu Sightseeing
Day 08: Transfer to Pokhara
Day 09: Pokhara Sightseeing
Day 10: Chitwan National Park
Day 11: Jungle Activities in Chitwan National Park
Day 12: Back to Kathmandu
Tibet
Day 13: Lhasa Arrival
Day 14: Lhasa Sightseeing 1st Day
Day 15: Lhasa Sightseeing 2nd Day
Day 16: Tsurphu Monastery & Yangbajainhot spring
Nepal
Day 17: Flight back to Kathmandu
Day 18: Kathmandu Departure
Full Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting to warmly meet you and escort you to the hotel. Once you’ve settled in the hotel, relax at leisure. After that, explore the street nearby.
Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing
On this day, you indulge in exploring the UNESCO world heritage sites in the Kathmandu Valley. Beginning from the Swayambhunath Stupa to the westernmost end of the Valley, the tour reaches the Kathmandu Durbar Square. Thereon, the tour reaches the Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, finally making way towards Boudhanath stupa to end the trip. These heritages are the symbols of the country which reflect its culture, history, and traditional beliefs. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Paro Arrival
After breakfast, you will take a scenic flight to Paro from Kathmandu. The flight gives you stunning vistas of mountains and landscapes. From here, you will be transferred to your respective hotel and take proper rest. In the afternoon, a professional guide will take you to beautiful historical places for sightseeing. Our first stop will be ruined fortress of Drukgyel Dzong from where you can get a splendid view of Mount Jomolhari 7314 meters. You will now head towards Ta-Dzong, also known as the watchtower. Finally, you will end your day strolling around the local museum and temples of Paro city. Overnight in Paro.
Day 04: Hiking Trip to the Tiger’s Nest
Soon after breakfast, you will visit the spectacular Tiger’s Nest Monastery (3190m) along with fellow members. It is a sacred Buddhist site, which consists of four temples with residential accommodations for the monks. From here, you will take a short 2 hours’ drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Once at Thimphu, visit Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, Changangkha monastery and the new Drubthob nunnery temple is mandatory. In the evening, you can roam around the capital, buy a souvenir and observe its unique culture and tradition.
This day is scheduled for a visit to the most famous monastery in entire Bhutan, the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. A monastery with immense history and faith of the people, it stands on the cave where Padmasambhava is said to have meditated. After exploring the monastery and enjoying the views of Thimphu, you prepare to leave for Thimphu. A short drive will take you there and you can explore various sites of cultural and historical importance here. The Changangkha Monastery, Memorial Chorten built in the memory of the late King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, and, Drubthob nunnery temple are some of the prime destinations. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 05: Transfer to Punakha
From Thimphu, it will take you about three hours of drive to reach Punakha. Along the way, you will drive past Dochu La pass at3100m. If the weather is clear, you will get a stunning view of eastern Himalayan ranges including the highest mountain in Bhutan Mt. Gangkar Punsum 7520 meters. Upon reaching Punakha, you will visit the Punakha Dzong, the old capital of Bhutan. Overnight in Punakha.
Day 06: Back to Paro
On the 6th day, you will drive back to Paro. The trail passes through Dochu La pass at 3100m and proceeds towards Thimphu. Along the way, you will drive past highlands and beautiful temples and monasteries. The sublime views of Mt. Gangkar Punsum, and 7520 meters and other eastern Himalayan ranges. After a quick lunch at Thimphu, you will finally reach Paro. In the evening, you can roam around nearby temples, attend prayers and get familiar with the unique Buddhist culture and tradition of Bhutanese people. Overnight in Paro.
Day 07: Back to Kathmandu
Bidding farewell to beautiful Bhutan, you will take a flight back to Kathmandu. The flight offers you a stunning view of mountains and green hills. When you are in Kathmandu, our representative will escort you to the hotel. The rest of the day will be yours. Relax at leisure. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 08: Transfer to Pokhara
On the 8th day, you will be driving towards the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara. The drive will take you through the western hills of Nepal via Prithvi Highway. Crossing the small town of Mugling and Dumber, you will reach your destination after a bumpy drive of six to seven hours. Along the way, Trishuli River will accompany you. Once at Pokhara, you will get a distant view of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Overnight stay at the guesthouse in Pokhara.
Day 09: Pokhara Sightseeing
Soon after breakfast, you will be ready for sightseeing around the beautiful lakeside city of Pokhara. A local guide will be assigned who will take you to various famous places including Davis fall, Phewa Lake, Mahendra cave, Bindhyabasini Temple, Seti Gorge, and world peace pagoda. You will also be enlightened about the rich ancient history of these places. In the evening, you can roam around the local market, buy a souvenir and enjoy its nightlife. Overnight stay at the guesthouse in Pokhara.
Day 10: Chitwan National Park
Early in the morning, you will start your drive towards Chitwan. Along the way, you will get an opportunity to observe the culture and tradition of the Brahmin and Chhetri community. Crossing a suspension-bridge at Mugling, you will drive through the forested area and finally reach your destination. Upon reaching Chitwan, you will be transferred to your hotel directly where you will rest for some hours and stroll around the local market and try local foods. Overnight in Chitwan.
Day 11: Jungle Activities in Chitwan National Park
On the 11th day, you will head towards Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will start your jungle safari by either jeep or foot where you will see several spectacular wildlife such as One-Horned rhinoceros, hog deer, Gharial crocodile and varieties of birdlife. If you are lucky, you will also get a glimpse of the Sloth bear and Royal Bengal Tiger. After that, you will get in a traditional boat for your transfer to Tiger Tops. During the daytime, you can go for an elephant bathing and breeding center. You will finally end your day enjoying a traditional Tharu cultural dance. Overnight stay at the guesthouse in Chitwan.
Day 12: Back to Kathmandu
Today, you will be driving back to Kathmandu. Itis a scenic five-hour ride through green hills and forest. Crossing Mugling, you will head towards Naubise where you will stop for a lunch. From here, you will ascend towards Thankot, which finally leads to your destination. The drive will take you through the settlements of the Brahmin and Chhetri community. Along with the Trishuli river, you will certainly be amazed by the natural and cultural diversity throughout the journey. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 13: Lhasa Arrival
Today our journey to Tibet begins. Soon after breakfast, you will take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa. Upon reaching Gonggar Airport, you will rest for a while and explore around a beautiful city of Lhasa positioned at the foot of Mount Gephel. As you stroll around crowded Barkhor Street and old monasteries, you will get familiar with the Tibetan lifestyle and culture. Overnight stay at the guesthouse in Lhasa.
Day 14: Lhasa Sightseeing 1st Day
On the 14th day, you will be visiting the Legendary Potala Palace. Potala Palace carries an ancient history of Tibetans it is filled with Tibetan arts and crafts. From here, your destination will be Jokhang Temple. It is believed that the temple was built for the king’s two brides: Princess Wencheng of China and Princess Bhrikuti of Nepal. Finally, you will end your sightseeing roaming around the crowded Barkhor Street. Overnight in Lhasa.
Day 15: Lhasa Sightseeing 2nd Day
You will be ready sightseeing around Lhasastarting from Norbulingka Palace. This palace is fully decorated with Tibetanwood carvings and paintings. From here, you will head towards Drepung Monastery where you will find several nuns and monks performing religious discourses together. Moving forward, Sera Monastery gives you knowledge about the cultural and traditional aspects of Tibetan Buddhism. Overnight in Lhasa.
Day 16: Tsurphu Monastery & Yangbajainhot Hot Spring
Located 65km west of Lhasa, Tsurphu Monastery is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery that serves as the seat of the Karmapa. It will take you about two hours of drive from Lhasa to reach here. Surrounded by the high snow-peaks, this ancient monastery is divided into small temples and pagodas. The objects of the Sixteenth Karmapa Lama, which depicts the successive Karmapalamas, dominate the main hall of Tsurphu Monastery. You will now head towards Yangbajain hot spring. It is believed that taking a dip in these hot spring areas helping you get rid of skin diseases. Finally, you will spend the night at a nearby guesthouse.
Day 17: Flight back to Kathmandu
Today is your last day in Tibet. Early in the morning, you will take a scenic flight from Gonggar Airport to the capital above the green hills and towering Himalayas Mountains. Upon reaching your destination, you can spend the rest of the day visiting nearby temples, attending prayers and getting familiar with the lifestyle and culture of the Newar community. If you have enough time, you can give one last stroll around the Thamel area and buy souvenirs.
Day 18: Kathmandu Departure
Time to say goodbye. Breakfast and relax at leisure. Approximately three hours before your scheduled flight, you will be dropped off at Tribhuvan International Airport for your final departure. You can even share your experience with Multi Country Asia Tours on the way.
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