Nepal Bhutan Highlights Tour

This itinerary is a guideline only and we will follow the itinerary as far as possible but due to weather conditions, health conditions, natural disasters and other unfavorable phenomenon your guide might decide to amend or skip the itinerary for your own safety. Your guide will help you at any time with providing information regarding conditions and safety during the treks.

As you arrive, Asian Heritage Treks & Travel representative will welcome you at the Airport with your nameplate. Then, you shall immediately be transferred to the hotel. On the way to Hotel, you will pass by the Open cremation Place (Pashupatinath temple), Royal Palace Museum i.e. Narayanhity and Garden Of Dream before you reach Thamel. Your hotel will be in downtown of Touristic Hub. Our representative will facilitate you and discuss your travel itinerary. There will be enough time to stroll through the street of Thamel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

After Breakfast, our tour guide will pick you up along with the driver and a vehicle. Firstly you will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, a UNESCO world heritage site where you can observe the typical wood-carved temples and buildings reflecting the ancient Kathmandu city.
Afterwards, we will head towards Swyambhunath- the monkey temple where you can observe the panoramic view of Kathmandu city. Then after, you will visit the Pashupatinath Temple, one of the biggest pilgrimage sites for the Hindu religion people in south-east Asia. You will explore the surroundings and observe the ritual body cremating ceremony process of the Hindu people. We can also visit another pilgrimage site nearby to the Pashupatinath Temple i.e. Guweyswori Temple.
Lastly, we will visit Boudhanath Stupa, another UNESCO world heritage site. The Stupa was built in 600 A.D. and is the only one of a kind of Stupa which reflects Buddhism in the world. We shall explore the surroundings of Boudhanath Stupa. After completing our sightseeing, you can get back to the hotel and enjoy some rest.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

Today, our guide will receive you and then drive you to Patan for sightseeing. In Patan, you will be visiting other heritage like Krishna Temple and Patan Durbar Square. Later on, you will visit the Patan Museum, where you can learn more about the history of Patan and the kings. You also visit the Golden Temple and Banglamukhi Temple, a major attraction for both Hindu and Buddhist people.

Then after we will be visiting Bhaktapur where you will be amazed by the architecture. Observe the old wood carved buildings all around Bhaktapur. Explore the surroundings and visit the Nyatapola Temple, the biggest temple in Nepal. Here, you can also take the pottery making class using the traditional methods. You will visit the Pottery Square. You will be taught to design and adorn your pot with beautiful patterns and inscriptions.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

Flying over the dragon kingdom and landing at Paro international airport is prodigious. Paro is a magnificent valley and home to monasteries, peaks, and temples. Peaks like Chomolhari and Jitchu Drake looks magnificent. Then you will be welcomed upon your arrival. After arrival, we shall welcome you and drive to Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. Then, you will check in to the hotel and spend overnight there.

Accommodation: Overnight in hotel at Paro.

After breakfast, we shall visit the market that is opened for 4 days a week (on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday). We also visit the handmade paper mill, School of Arts and crafts where students learn 13 different arts. Then, we drive pass by Memorial Chorten (temple) built-in memory of the late 3rd King. We shall visit Changangkha Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the valley. We also visit an enclosure where the national animal is kept and a Zilukha Nunnery.

Accommodation: Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

Today we drive you to Punakha over the Dochu La pass at an altitude of 3,050 meters (10,000 ft). On the way, you will see more of the beautiful scenery Bhutan has to offer. Once at Punakha, visit Punakha Dzong, and settle down for lunch. After lunch, we visit Wangdi Dzong from the outside and drive to Thimphu.

Accommodation: Overnight in hotel at Thimphu.

After breakfast, drive through the Paro valley to see the Drukgyel Dzong / Kyi-chu Lhakhang. On a clear day, one can see the Majestic Chomolhari. Also, visit the National Museum located in the Ta Dzong. It displays a rich collection of fine arts and weapons.

Accommodation: Overnight in hotel at Paro.

In the morning, after breakfast, you will fly to Kathmandu. You can enjoy the spectacular view of the mountains from the window seat from. Upon arrival, at Kathmandu, our guide shall assist you. Your flight onward Pokhara will then be managed and shortly you will be flying to beautiful city Pokhara. You then check-in into the hotel and can also stroll around the streets of Pokhara.

Accommodation: Overnight at Batika Classic Hotel or similar

Today, you will be sightseeing the beautiful Pokhara. The enigmatic Davi’s Falls is a few minute’s drives away. The Pardi Khola, an outflow from Phewa Lake makes the fall. Devi’s Fall disappears into a mysterious cavern in the ground as it creates magnificent sprays.
Another attraction is the Seti Gandaki River, which flows right through the heart of the town. The limestone in the soil gives the river its milky color. At certain spots, the Seti Gandaki runs completely underground. Several Tibetan settlements around Pokhara sell handicraft goods & Tibetan carpets. Moreover, we will visit Davi's Waterfall, Gupteswor Mahadev, and International Mountain Museum.

Accommodation: Overnight in Batika Classic Hotel or similar

Today, you begin with an early drive to Sarangkot. Here, we can capture the tranquil and magical view of the city before sunrise. The first rays of sunlight hitting the mountains in the background are magnificent. Further, Sarangkot offers panoramic views of the Annapurna, Fishtail, Dhaulagiri and other mountains.
Thereafter, we shall go for boating at Fewa Lake and we shall hike towards Peace Stupa. Pokhara Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist pagoda-style monument located on Anadu Hill of Kaski. The boat trip crossing Phewa Lake from Pumdi Bhumdi bay to Phewa Ghat lasts up to half an hour. It's a good opportunity to enjoy the sight of Himalayan peaks reflecting on the water. It is also a relaxing way to end a hiking day and a panoramic loop at the World Peace Pagoda.

Accommodation: Overnight in Batika Classic Hotel or similar

Today, we shall drive you to Lumbini. You will visit SACRED GARDEN with the Mayadevi temple depicting the birth of Lord Buddha. You will witness the Ashoka pillar pinpointing the place of birth of the Buddha. You will also see a Sakyan Tank where Mayadevi, the mother of the Buddha is supposed to have taken a dip before bringing forth the baby. There are many other remnants of monasteries and Chaityas built over the centuries.

Accommodation: Overnight in Tiger Palace Resort or similar

Today we shall visit Lumbini in the early morning. You will explore German Monastery, Chinese Monastery, Thai monastery, International nuns, and the Golden temple. Moreover, the Peaceful Monastic zone flourishes the teachings of Lord Buddha. Learn about the different cultures in different monastic zones of Lumbini. After finishing sightseeing, you will continue the journey to Chitwan. You will reach Chitwan in the early evening and check-in to the hotel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Park Safari Resort or similar

Today we shall first walk around the jungle of Chitwan. Then, and we shall dive deep down in the forest in the local jeep to trace the footprints of the tiger. Further, get prepared for the glimpse of the one-horned rhino, Asian elephant, Spotted Deer (Chital), Barking Deer, Hog Deer, Samber, Swamp Deer, Black Buck, Bull, Wild Boar, Wild Dog, Leopard, and many other wild animals. After completing the jungle safari, we shall head for the canoe trip. You will canoe ride along the Rapti river. You will see the varieties of birds in the river along with the canoe trip.

Accommodation: Overnight in Park Safari Resort or similar

Today we shall drive back to Kathmandu. Later on, you can stroll through the street of the Thamel. You can buy gifts as a token of love for your friends and family. You can also rest in the hotel and pack your bags as this the last day before you leave towards your destination in the following day.

Accommodation: Overnight in Yatri Suites and Spa or similar

Your trip will come to an end today. First, you will be advised and assisted with your onward travel arrangements. Then, we shall transfer you to Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. You will reach the airport 3 hours before your flight schedule.

Have a safe journey onward.

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Includes

	All land transportation by private vehicle.
	International flight ticket from Ktm-Paro & Paro-Ktm.
	Domestic flight ticket from Kathmandu - Pokhara.
	4 night accommodation in 4*Yatri Suites & Spa or similar in Kathmandu on breakfast basis
	2 night accommodation in Park Safari Resort or similar in Chitwan on full board basis.
	1 night accommodation in Tiger Palace Resort or similar in Lumbini on full board basis
	3 night accommodation in Batika Classic Hotel or similar in Pokhara on breakfast basis
	4 night accommodation in 3* hotel in Bhutan on Full Board basis.
	All government and local taxes.
	Experienced trek and tour guide.

Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation.

One local tour guide in every city and his wages and salaries.

Excludes

	Food (Lunch & Dinner) in Kathmandu, Pokhara & Drinks/Beverage bills for all places.
	Your personal expenses.
	All entry fees for heritage sites (Approx. 60$ per person; Nepal Highlights)
	Tipping (Tips for guide and drivers).
	Travel Insurance.
	Extra costs for upgrading rooms and services at hotels if/when applicable
	Donation in temples, schools, monasteries, etc.
	Emergency rescue evacuation insurance of any kind.

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Includes

	All land transportation by private vehicle.
	International flight ticket from Ktm-Paro & Paro-Ktm.
	Domestic flight ticket from Kathmandu - Pokhara.
	4 night accommodation in 4*Yatri Suites & Spa or similar in Kathmandu on breakfast basis
	2 night accommodation in Park Safari Resort or similar in Chitwan on full board basis.
	1 night accommodation in Tiger Palace Resort or similar in Lumbini on full board basis
	3 night accommodation in Batika Classic Hotel or similar in Pokhara on breakfast basis
	4 night accommodation in 3* hotel in Bhutan on Full Board basis.
	All government and local taxes.
	Experienced trek and tour guide.

Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation.

One local tour guide in every city and his wages and salaries.

Excludes

	Food (Lunch & Dinner) in Kathmandu, Pokhara & Drinks/Beverage bills for all places.
	Your personal expenses.
	All entry fees for heritage sites (Approx. 60$ per person; Nepal Highlights)
	Tipping (Tips for guide and drivers).
	Travel Insurance.
	Extra costs for upgrading rooms and services at hotels if/when applicable
	Donation in temples, schools, monasteries, etc.
	Emergency rescue evacuation insurance of any kind.

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Bhutan - Nepal Bhutan Highlights Tour (15 Days)

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