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Explore Nepal and Bhutan’s landscapes, from Kathmandu’s lanes to Bhaktapur’s traditions. Immerse in local life, hike the Himalayan foothills, and uncover Bhutan’s charms with our travel tribe connections, beyond the map.
Full board, host meets you in Kathmandu aiport.
Hiking, yoga, temples, monasteries, cooking lessons.
Local Expertise, Cultural Immersion, Customized.
5 months: November through April.
**Required for Nepal. Issued with itinerary upon arrival in Bhutan.
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
Meets you in Delhi airpot and hosts you until you depart.
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our attentive guide welcomes you. Private car transfer to your hotel, a warm welcome, and exploration of historic sites.
Start your day with sunrise Yoga before breakfast. Explore Kathmandu’s outskirts with a personal guide for flexible, immersive experiences. Hike Nagarkot, savor local cuisine, and visit ancient villages.
Early breakfast and a short flight to Paro, Bhutan. Welcomed by guides, acclimate in Thimphu, explore, and visit important sites.
Journey to Punakha, Bhutan’s former capital. Travel through Dochula Pass for Himalayan views. Explore Punakha Dzong, a stunning architectural marvel.
Day in Punakha: Guided hiking to local villages, exploring ancient traditions. Immerse in regional life, enjoy local cuisine, and unwind.
Return journey from Punakha to Paro via Bhutan’s capital, Thimpu. Experience a brief sightseeing tour and enjoy lunch in Thimpu.
Final day in Bhutan: Trek to Tigers Nest. Immerse in local life, relishing cultural insights on your final day in Bhutan.
Board your flight back to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our attentive guide welcomes you. Private car transfer to your hotel, a warm welcome, and exploration of historic sites.
Explore Bhaktapur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an attentive guide. Privately guided tour, historic temples, landmarks, and souvenir shopping.
Departing Kathmandu with warm farewells from your attentive guide. Reflect on rich experiences, cultural insights, and lasting memories from Nepal.
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Day 1 | Welcome to Kathmandu: Once you’ve arrived at the airport and cleared immigration, head on out of the airport to meet your attentive guide.
You’ll be picked up from the airport by our private car and driven to your hotel for a warm welcome. After checking in and breakfast, we’ll lead you on a tour of Kathmandu’s historic sites and neighborhoods—all while learning about their culture and history as well as local cuisine. During this time with us, feel free to ask any questions about what we’re doing today or tomorrow—we’re happy to answer them!
Outline / Sketch plan for the day (subject to international flight arrival time into Kathmandu International airport)
Visit the Swayambhunath Stupa (one of the two Stupas in Kathmandu) where you can view Buddhist art and artifacts from ancient times. This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit a local Buddhist school (Gumba) which is right next door to the Stupa (subject to the timing of the school), and if you are lucky you might also witness chanting with drums, ancient traditions which haven’t changed with time.
Enjoy a welcome Nepali dinner with your hosts (included).
Day 2 | Explore the outskirts of Kathmandu with your own personal guide so you can enjoy the flexibility of stoping anywhere, or going with the flow and flowing with your local, travel tribe host. Enjoy on foot exportations after driving out of the city of Kathmandu. Connect with the ancient cultures and witness living practices which haven’t changed for centuries in Nepal Himalayan backcountry.
Outline / Sketch plan for the day.
Day 3 | Fly to Paro Bhutan: After an early breakfast, you’ll board your short Himalayan flight to Bhutan and arrive at Paro airport.
Outline plan for the day.
Day 4 | Explore Punakha: The journey to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan, is a spectacular one. Today we travel along the narrow, winding Dochula Pass, which provides stunning 360-degree views of the Himalayas.
Outline plan for the day.
Day 5 | Journey to Paro: When you drive into Paro, the first thing you’ll notice is the mountain. Mount Jomolhari (7,300m/ 23622 ft) is at the northern end of the valley. Its glacier water forms the Pa Chhu flowing through the valley.
Outline plan for the day.
Day 6 | Trek up to Tiger’s Nest (optional): On our final day in Bhutan, we trek to Taktsang Monastery (or Tiger’s Nest), one of the most recognizable sites in Bhutan. Built precariously on a hillside cliff, it sits more than 10,000 feet above sea level.
Outline plan for the day.
Day 7 | Fly back to Kathmandu: Upon arrival back in Kathmandu, meet up with your guide at the airport and be chauffeured to your hotel for a afternoon of relaxation and reflection before heaving over for an evening’s cooking class.
Outline plan for the day.
Day 8 | Explore the Kathmandu area. Take the day to witness Kathmandu’s rich history and culture after breakfast at your hotel.
Outline / Sketch plan for the day.
A visit to Patan Durbar Square, which is one of the best-preserved historic sites in Nepal
You’ll also see Pashupatinath Temple (dedicated to Shiva), where people come for prayer and offerings.
Our guides are open to sharing with you any other parts of Kathmandu’s culture, history and culinary experience you might be interested in.
Day 9 | Explore the ancient city of Bhaktapur with your attentive guide after breakfast.
Outline / Sketch plan for the day.
Day 10 | Fly back home: We hope you’ve enjoyed your stay in Nepal!
After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the hotel for final departure and a quick check-in before we head home. Your flight will be departing from Tribhuvan International Airport at noon, so please keep an eye out for our driver who will be waiting outside to escort you to the airport. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Confirm your spot. Book your flight. Get your insurance. Complete Visa paperwork and be on your way to two amazing countries.
Yes, US citizens do need visa for Nepal in order to enter. Yes, you can I get a Nepal visa at the airport. However, it is important to know that if you have already entered the country and landed at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) (KTM) in Kathmandu, you will need to apply for a visa in advance.
*A visa is one of the requirements for entry into the country.
Tribhuvan International Airport is the only international airport of Nepal. Immigration Office, TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing Visa on Arrival.
Yes, all US citizens must have a visa to travel to Bhutan. This is required before you can purchase a plane ticket to this destination – but it can only be obtained through a licensed tour operator and a pre-booked tour.
The first step to going to Bhutan is to get your passport validated. Your passport must be valid for at least six months following the date of your arrival to Bhutan. You need a Bhutanese visa to enter and exit Bhutan. All visitors, including those on official U.S. government business, must obtain visa clearance from Thimphu before traveling to Bhutan.
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