Best of Bhutan with Nepal – 8 nights / 9 days

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Best of Bhutan with Nepal – 8 nights / 9 days

(5 nights 6 days in Bhutan / 3 nights in Nepal)

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A short and sweet trip that provides a unique opportunity to experience a deeply spiritual world of elaborate temple fortresses, ancient culture and traditions, and mind-boggling landscapes of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Visit the unique capital city of Thimpu, the stunning countryside of Punakha and Paro, and the legendary Tiger’s Nest Monastery that clings to a cliff 3,000 feet above the valley floor. Moreover, explore the capital city of Nepal & its World Heritage Sites that are alive with spiritual vibration.

Highlights:

• Fly alongside the Himalayan ranges with views of Mt. Everest and many more peaks
• Visit the magnificent temples and fortresses of Bhutan such as Trashichho Dzong, Punakha Dzong, Massive Buddha statues etc.
• Hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) monastery – one of the most sacred places in Bhutan
• Drive through the beautiful valleys and mountains and admire soaring Himalayan peaks and charming villages and valleys
• See how people live and learn about the traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan
• Visit the Bhutanese farmhouse and enjoy a hot medicinal stone bath
• Experience the local culture and taste Bhutanese cuisine
• Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu valley

Brief itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu:

Day 02: Fly to Paro, Bhutan – Drive to Thimpu
Day 03: Sightseeing in Thimpu: Visit attractions
Day 04: Drive to Punakha: Visit attractions, then retrace to Thimpu
Day 05: In Paro: Visit attractions
Day 06: In Paro: Hike to the Tiger’s Nest
Day 07: Fly to Kathmandu: Visit attractions
Day 08: In Kathmandu: Visit attractions
Day 09: Depart from Kathmandu

The best time for visiting: spring to autumn

March (March -April-June)

Autumn (September, October, November)

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