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Kathmandu • Chitwan National Park • Pokhara • Thimphu • Punakha • Paro
Discover two Himalayan kingdoms in one unforgettable journey. This immersive 18-day Nepal and Bhutan tour combines UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sacred monasteries, jungle safaris, Himalayan panoramas, authentic cultural encounters, and the once-in-a-lifetime hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
Designed for travelers seeking meaningful experiences and small group comfort (maximum 16 guests), this all-inclusive itinerary features expert Tour Managers, guided sightseeing, domestic flights, handpicked accommodations, and authentic home-hosted meals.
Begin your journey to the Himalayas with your international flight to Kathmandu.
Welcome to Nepal — the “Roof of the World.” Arrive in Kathmandu and receive a traditional flower garland greeting before transfer to your hotel. Enjoy time to rest and acclimate beneath the towering Himalayan peaks.
Overnight: Kathmandu
Visit the sacred hilltop stupa of Swayambhunath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site crowned with fluttering prayer flags and the iconic Buddha eyes overlooking the valley. Continue to Durbar Square, home to Hanuman Dhoka Palace and the living goddess Kumari.
Enjoy a MoMo cooking demonstration and lunch before visiting the massive Boudhanath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world. Participate in a prayer ceremony and receive blessings from a Lama. Evening orientation meeting and welcome dinner.
Overnight: Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional early morning Mount Everest flightseeing experience. Later, travel to medieval Bhaktapur, the “City of Devotees,” famed for Nyatapola Temple, the Golden Gate, and the Palace of Fifty-Five Windows.
Visit the sacred Hindu temple complex of Pashupatinath Temple along the Bagmati River, where cremation rituals and ancient traditions continue today. Evening lecture and personal conversation with a Nepalese woman mountaineer who has summited Mount Everest.
Overnight: Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to Bharatpur and transfer to your jungle resort near Chitwan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Embark on a thrilling jungle safari in search of rhinos, deer, crocodiles, and exotic birdlife. Evening wildlife presentation by a senior naturalist.
Overnight: Chitwan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning jeep safari and guided nature walk. Boat ride along the Narayani River to spot gharial crocodiles. Visit a traditional Tharu village and enjoy a cultural dance performance with barbecue dinner.
Overnight: Chitwan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to scenic Pokhara, gateway to the Annapurna region. Explore Devi’s Falls, the Seti River Gorge, Old Bazaar, and Bindhyabasini Temple. Enjoy Himalayan views and leisure time by Phewa Lake.
Overnight: Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Early hike to the Peace Pagoda for sunrise over the Annapurna mountain range. Visit the International Mountain Museum before enjoying dinner with a local Nepalese family — a truly authentic cultural exchange.
Overnight: Pokhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly back to Kathmandu and tour Patan, renowned for its intricate temples and Krishna Mandir. Farewell home-hosted dinner in the evening.
Overnight: Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Scenic Himalayan flight to Paro, Bhutan. Drive to the capital, Thimphu, a fascinating blend of ancient tradition and modern culture. Evening orientation and dinner.
Overnight: Thimphu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit the National Library, Royal Textile Museum, Traditional Paper Factory, Painting School, and Indigenous Medical Institute. Observe monks in crimson robes and artisans preserving Bhutanese craftsmanship.
Overnight: Thimphu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Join locals in prayer rituals at the National Memorial Chorten. Visit Kuensel Phodrang’s Big Buddha and enjoy valley views. Learn about astrology traditions and meet Bhutan’s national animal at the Takin Preserve.
Overnight: Thimphu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive across Dochula Pass to Punakha. Visit majestic Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s most beautiful fortress monastery and coronation site of the kings. Learn to create a colorful Mandala.
Overnight: Punakha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Chimi Lhakhang fertility temple and enjoy a traditional farmhouse lunch. Continue to Paro with stops at Tachogang Lhakhang and local artisan workshops.
Overnight: Paro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Paro’s National Museum and the impressive Rinpung Dzong. Visit Kyichu Temple and enjoy cultural performances.
Overnight: Paro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ascend to the legendary Taktsang Palphug Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), dramatically perched on a cliff 3,000 feet above Paro Valley. This sacred pilgrimage site is Bhutan’s most iconic landmark. Celebrate your achievement with a farewell dinner.
Overnight: Paro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly back to Kathmandu. Leisure time for shopping or relaxation.
Overnight: Kathmandu
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your international departure.
Meals: Breakfast
✔ Round-trip international airfare
✔ All intra-flights within Nepal & Bhutan
✔ 16 nights accommodations
✔ 41 meals including 2 home-hosted dinners
✔ Small group guarantee (max 16 travelers)
✔ English-speaking Tour Managers
✔ All transfers & porterage
✔ Comprehensive guided sightseeing & entrance fees
✔ Bhutan visa included
✔ Jungle safaris & cultural experiences
UNESCO sites including Swayambhunath, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath
Three days wildlife adventure in Chitwan National Park
Annapurna sunrise in Pokhara
Authentic Nepalese cooking & home-hosted meals
Explore Bhutan’s monasteries, dzongs & living traditions
Scenic drive through Dochula Pass
Visit Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s architectural masterpiece
Hike to the world-famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery
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