Landscape of Nepal and Bhutan Tour

Itinerary

• Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu

  Arrive Tribhuvan International airport at Kathmandu and get assisted transfer to your hotel by Company representative. Overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day 02 : Kathmandu sightseeing tour

  After breakfast in the hotel start sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley visiting the famous temples. Visit 25 century old of Swayambhunath Temple which is the world’s oldest Buddhist Chaityas and one of the most sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath. Both these age old temples are classified as ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site’. After visiting the temples visit royal complex of Durbar Square built in 17th century. Durbar Square remains the witness of celebration for several local festivals round the year.

  In the second half of the day drive northeast of the Kathmandu city to visit the World Heritage site of Boudhnath stupa. Situated on the ancient Nepal-Tibet trade route the temple has been the place of prayers for the traders for many centuries. In the evening walk around the stupa with prayer wheels. Later drive back to Kathmandu and taste a Nepali meal while enjoying unique cultural dances. Overnight at Kathmandu.

• Day 03 : Kathmandu & Bhaktapur

  Untill the second half of the 15th century Bhaktapur (the city of devotees) was the capital of Nepal during the Malla Kingdom. Listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhaktapur houses the best preserved old city and palace courtyard and is the ‘Cultural Gem’ of Nepal. After finishing the sightseeing drive back to Kathmandu for leisurely stay.

• Day 04 : Kathmandu – Paro (Flight)

  In the morning you will be transferred to Kathmandu airport from where you board your flight to the Kingdom of Bhutan (often referred as Kingdom of Thunder Dragons). On reaching Paro airport transfer to the hotel . Later enjoy sightseeing trip of Paro visiting Rinpung Dzong which houses the monastic body of Paro, District Administrative headquarter, Paro district court and the oldest shrine of Kyichu Lhakhang. Overnight stay at your hotel in Paro.

• Day 05 : Paro - Thimphu

  After breakfast drive to Thimpu the capital and one of the fastest growing city of world. Thimpu is now a modern city but the traditional architecture of the town is still an attraction for the travellers. Visit Memorial Chorten built in 1974 in the memories of Bhutan’s third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Also visit the Handmade Paper factory and Handicraft and Textile Emporium rest of the time free to explore the local markets of Thimpu. Night stay in the hotel.

• Day 06 : Thimphu - Punakha

  Walk around in the morning and after breakfast make your way to Punakha. Enroute stop at Dochu La Pass (3150m) to enjoy the beautiful view of Eastern Himalayan Mountains while having some tea. On reaching Punakha check in at your hotel and then pay a visit to Punakha Dzong which has impressive architecture and paintings. Spend leisurely time in Punakha beautiful valley.

• Day 07 : Punakha

  Spend leisurely time exploring the natural beauty of the valley and splendid of Himalayan ranges.

• Day 08 : Punakha - Chimi Lhakhang - Paro

  After breakfast disembark from the Houseboat and drive to Kovalam. Upon arrival, check in to hotel.

  After early breakfast head to Wangde Dzong which is situated at a confluence of two rivers. On the way visit Chimi Lhakhang temple dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley known as a Divine Madman. Continue drive to Paro where you stay in the hotel.

• Day 09 : Paro-Kathmandu (Flight)

  Intime board your flight to Kathmandu. Airport transfers will be arranged in Paro and Kathmandu. In the evening visit the local market place of Kathmandu and spend leisurely time on your own. Stay in Kathmandu hotel.

• Day 10 : Leave Kathmandu

  Fly out of Kathmandu in your flight to home or onward destination.