Nepal & Bhutan Journey

Nepal & Bhutan Journey

Journey into the heart of Nepal and experience the colourful sights and culture of this enchanting region. Mingle with local villagers and craftspeople, visit tranquil temples and sacred Buddhist sites, travel the cobbled streets of tiny mountain towns, and search for unique wildlife. From the whirlwind of Kathmandu to the lush jungle of Chitwan National Park – with plenty of delightful hidden gems in between – take an unforgettable tour of Nepal, brimming with culture, history, and natural beauty. Then turn your sights on Bhutan, nestled between China and India, this place is known for its breathtaking natural scenery, quiet townships and fewer tourist numbers. The land is dotted with red-clothed monks, ancient Buddhist temples, and friendly smiles. It is one calm country, where gross national happiness is more important than money and where chillies are used as a vegetable rather than for spice. From Nepal to Bhutan, this trip offers scenic delights, an insight into the local culture and plenty of adventure in between.

Activities

• Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
• Kathmandu – Everest Scenic Flight
• Kathmandu – Pashupatinath Temple
• Kathmandu – Bodhnath Stupa
• Pokhara – Phewa Tal Lake boat trip
• Pokhara – Peace Pagoda
• Pokhara – International Mountain Museum
• Bandipur – Leader-led orientation walk
• Chitwan – Bird watching walk
• Chitwan – Bird watching walk
• Bhaktapur – Leader-led walking tour
• Thimphu – Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre
• Thimphu – Nado Poizokhang Incense Factory
• Thimphu – National Memorial Chorten
• Thimphu – Village walk to Cheri Dorji Dhen
• Thimphu – National Textile Museum
• Thimphu – Buddha Dordenma
• Thimpu – Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum
• Punakha Valley – Chimi Lhakhang
• Punakha – Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten hike
• Punakha – Punakha Dzong view & photo stop
• Punakha – Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery
• Paro – Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery hike
• Paro – Home-cooked dinner
• Complimentary Airport Departure Transfer

Highlights

• Witness the world-class mountain scenery of Everest from a heavenly viewpoint, with a breathtaking scenic flight.
• Take a jeep safari with a local guide in Chitwan National Park, a place brimming with exotic birdlife and game – you may be lucky enough to spot rhinos or elusive leopards and tigers.
• Explore Nepal’s diverse architecture, from the stately Newari dwellings in Bandipur to the hill-perched Buddhist Peace Pagoda in laid back Pokhara.
• Journey to Taktsang, commonly known as the Tiger’s Nest, the small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor, and soak in its magnificence.
• Hike to the top of Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, a monastery built to bring peace to the world, and enjoy breathtaking views of the valley and surrounding rice terraces.