India, Bhutan and Nepal Tour - 15 Days

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US$ 2,999 P/P

Trip Info

  • Duration

    15 Days

  • Max. Altitude

    Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery 3120 m

  • Difficulty

    moderate

  • Starts From

    Delhi

  • Trip Ends At

    Kathmandu

  • Transport

    Comfortable drive & flight

  • Best Season:

    • All Year Round

India, Bhutan and Nepal Tour Overview

One of the best selling travel packages in South Asia, the India, Bhutan and Nepal Tour is a combination of everything possible in South Asia. These highlands nestled in the Himalayas are some of the most adventurous destinations in the world.

Nepal is a mix of culture, nature, and adventure, Bhutan is the "Last Shangri-La" and India is the land of sages and a blend of different cultures.

14 nights' 15 days' in Nepal, India, and Bhutan includes the best and must-visit places in all three countries. The trip commences with a flight to India, then to Bhutan and ends in Nepal.

Journey to India offers its most popular Golden Triangle loop which includes the flourishing Delhi, Jaipur and Agra cities where you will be exploring historical landmarks such as Amber Fort, Taj Mahal, Hawa Mahal (palace), India Gate, and many other prominent sites.

On your visit to Bhutan, the three thriving cities Paro, Thimpu, and Punakha presents popular and important places like Taktsang Monastery, Chimi Lakhang, and Punakha Dzong.

Last but not least, the trip takes you to World Heritage Sites in Nepal which includes the Pashupatinath temple, the Boudhanath Stupa in the city of temples - Kathmandu, World Peace Pagoda, Fewa Lake, Mahendra Cave in the Lake Paradise of Pokhara, and the Chitwan National Park in Chitwan district. 

If you are looking to explore these three beautiful countries with abundant culture, traditions, pristine landscapes, and historical moments, then this two weeks long package is perfect for you. 

Itinerary in Details

Day 1: Arrival in Delhi & explore

🕑 30 mins

Max Altitude: 216 m

Upon arrival in Delhi Airport, an Indian Himalayan Trekkers representative will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. After a brief rest, you will go for an introductory walk around the old streets of Delhi.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Delhi

Day 2: Drive to Jaipur

🕑 6-7 hrs

Max Altitude: 431 m

Early morning breakfast and you will be picked up for the guided sightseeing of Laxmi Narayan Temple and Giant Shiva Statue. Then, we will head towards the city of Jaipur which is also popular as the pink city of India. 

On arriving in Jaipur, we will have a short rest time and start exploring the famous places of Jaipur. Some of the top attractions in the city are Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace), Jantar Mantar, and Amber Fort. 

Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur. 

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Jaipur

Day 3: Drive to Agra

🕑 4-5 hrs

Max Altitude: 170 m

Today, we will drive to Agra after breakfast. En route, we will make a brief halt at Fatehpur Sikri, a town built in the 16th century by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The surrounding also includes the Jame Mosque, the tomb of Salim Christi, the Panch Mahal and others.

Upon arrival at Agra check-in at the hotel and relax. 

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Agra

Day 4: Drive back to Delhi

🕑 4-5 hrs

Max Altitude: 216 m

Soon after breakfast, we will visit the legendary Taj Mahal, the symbol of love and peace built by the 5th Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz.

After exploring the Agra city at fullest, we will drive back to the capital, Delhi where we will discover the Qutab Minar, Lotus Temple, India Gate, Parliament House, Birla Temple, and Raj Ghat.

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Delhi

Day 5: Fly to Paro, Bhutan & sightseeing

🕑 2 hr 10 m

Max Altitude: 2,200 m

The flight to Bhutan is one of the most interesting mountain flights in the world.

Once you land at Paro International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel by our Bhutanese representative.  After a brief rest and lunch, we will head towards the Ta Dzong, the National Museum of Bhutan. Then, we take a short walk to the Rinpung Dzong often described as the fort with heaps of Jewel. Khichu Lhakhang is the next place we visit. It is the oldest monument in the small kingdom of Bhutan.

By the late afternoon, we reach the Drugyal Dzong (Bhutan Victory Fort) built around the mid 17th century in the memory of the Bhutanese victory over the Tibetan invaders. 

Overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Paro

Day 6: Excursion to the Tigers Nest & drive to Thimphu

🕑 3-4 hrs hike & 2 hrs drive

Max Altitude: 3,120 m

After a warm and nice breakfast served at the hotel, we will hike up the 4200 steps to the Tiger's Nest, locally known as the Taktsang Monastery. This monastery has been the identification of Bhutan for a long time because of its religious significance and also because of its location.

While coming down we will have lunch halfway down the hill and continue to Paro. We drive to Thimpu in the late afternoon. Explore the surroundings in the evening. 

Overnight at a hotel in Thimpu. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Thimpu

Day 7: Drive to Punakha

🕑 3-4 hrs

Max Altitude: 3,100 m

We start the day in the morning with a drive to Punakha via Dochu La Pass (3,100 meters). This town derives its name from the river on whose banks it is situated, the Punakha River. On the way, we will make a brief visit to the fertility temple known as Chimi Lhakhang.

Upon arrival at Punakha, we will have lunch and visit the Punakha Zhong in the evening.

Overnight. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Punakha

Day 8: Drive back to Paro

🕑 3-4 hrs

Max Altitude: 2,200 m

After a warm breakfast, we will head back to Paro. We will make a stop at the Dochula Pass to spend some time at the Druk Wangyal Monastery. We will stop in Thimpu for lunch. In Paro, explore local farms in the evening. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Paro

Day 9: Fly to Kathmandu & sightseeing

🕑 1 hour+ flight & 1/2 hour drive

Max Altitude: 1,350 m

After breakfast, leave for the airport for the flight to Kathmandu. After check-in at the hotel in Kathmandu, we transfer you to Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa, two world heritage sites in Kathmandu Valley among the 7.

Pashupatinath Temple is the most sacred temple for Hindus all over the world. The present structure is not very old but the site of Pashupatinath has been holy for the last 2000 years.

Boudhanath Stupa is one of the biggest stupas in South Asia. This is a spiritual place with the two eyes of Buddha conveying the message of peace to you.

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in KTM

Day 10: Drive to Pokhara

🕑 6-7 hrs

Max Altitude: 827 m

After a warm breakfast at the hotel, we start the drive towards Pokhara. On the way, we make a few stops for lunch and photos. 

Check-in at the hotel and relax. In the evening stroll around the lakeside or depending on the time you reach Pokhara for a boating trip in the Phewa Lake.

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Pokhara

Day 11: Pokhara sightseeing

🕑 5-6 hrs

Max Altitude: 827 m

Star the morning with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will pick you up and assist you in guided sightseeing of the popular landmarks of Pokhara. The sightseeing today includes Davis Fall, Gupteshowr Cave, Mahendra Cave, Shanti Stupa, Tibetan Refugee Camp, Bindabasini Temple, and the Seti River Gorge. 

In the evening, check out the fooderies, bars, and streets of this lively city. 

Meals: BB

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in Pokhara

Day 12: Drive to Chitwan

🕑 6 hrs

Max Altitude: 415 m

Early morning drive to Chitwan. After lunch and a short rest, we will visit one of the settlements of the Tharu people. 

In the evening, we will attend the Tharu Cultural Program where different Tharu dances and songs will be performed. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in hotel/resort

Day 13: Chitwan National Park exploration & jungle activites

🕑 5-6 hrs

Max Altitude: 415 m

After breakfast in the morning, we drive for a while for canoeing in the Budi Rapti River.

Then, we go to the elephant breeding center where female elephants are kept for breeding. We will also drive to the elephant bathing place in Sauaraha where you can participate in the elephant bathing if you want.

We head back to the hotel for lunch and rest for a while. During the noon, we will have an elephant safari in the National Park for about 3 hours. You may encounter some of the wild animals including a one-horned rhino, 4 species of deer, monkeys, and many more.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in hotel/resort

Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu

🕑 5-6 hrs

Max Altitude: 1,350 m

You simply drive back to Kathmandu enjoying the beautiful landscape.

Farewell dinner in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Accommodation: 3 star hotel in KTM

Day 15: Final Departure

🕑 30 mins

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to you r onward destination. 

We hope you had a great time with us. 

Meals: Breakfast

Includes

  • All the transfer on a private A/C vehicle, as per itinerary
  • Bhutan Visa Fee and travel permit
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Accommodation Twin/ DBL sharing as per itinerary on a BB basis
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner in Bhutan & Chitwan National Park
  • Guide and driver fees 
  • A bottle of mineral water
  • Welcome/Farewell Dinner 
  • All applicable taxes and surcharges 

Excludes

  • International Airfares and Taxes
  • Indian Visa Fee
  • Nepal Visa Fee 
  • Meals (Lunch & Dinner) in Nepal & India 
  • Your Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, tips to guide and driver, liquor, etc.)
  • Any costs occurred under unavoidable circumstances (flight delay or cancellation, road blockade, etc.) 
  • Anything not mentoined in the INCLUSION section 

Accommodation

Himalayan Trekkers promises to manage the best, most comfortable and preferable accommodation.

Generally, in cities like Kathmandu, Pokhara, Delhi, Jaipur, Agra, Thimpu, and Paro, we arrange 3 Star Hotel. If available, you can opt for a more budget-friendly option or upgrade to a more luxurious hotel on demand.

Meals

Breakfast is usually included with your B&B Accommodation within the cost that is evident. Meals in Bhutan and Chitwan National Park are also included in the price. 

For other meals in the city, you would have to pay separately. Often in the cities, you can choose from many different cuisines and varied food services. We can always help you find the right place to fit your taste.

On top of that, Himalayan Trekkers also organizes Welcome or Farewell Dinners as a symbol of warm greetings.

Please go through the detailed itinerary for more information. We are always there to help you travel to your heart’s content.

Reviews

Nathn

United States

A Great Experience - 35 Day Solo Tour of Nepal, Bhutan, and India!

My 35 day solo tour with Adventure Mission Nepal covering Nepal, Bhutan, and India was a great experience! Raj Dhamala, the owner of Adventure Mission Nepal worked with me for 10 months to plan it, and replied to my dozens of emailed questions promptly. The cost was agreed on in advance, and nothing was added. Raj added some upgrades after my arrival at no extra cost due to the weather.

Raj met me at the airport in Nepal and several other times at my hotel to confirm my itinerary and satisfaction with the tour activities. He also took the time to show me some of the sights himself, and I had the extra pleasure of having dinner at his home with his family.

The coordination of my itinerary between countries and guides was very good. Some places I visited had very few other tourist, a plus in my book. Hotels were all of good quality and comfortable.

My guides in Nepal, Bhutan, and India were all knowledgeable about the places I visited, and very attentive. They went out of their way to take my fitness level into account, both on foot and on horseback. A special thanks to Joel Jamkatel in Nepal, and my guide in Bhutan who were both outstanding.

As the Monsoon lingered, changes were made to my itinerary to increase my chances for mountain views which worked out well. Joel is an excellent photographer, and speaks very good English. He wrote out the changed itinerary for me to keep and emailed me additional pictures at my request after my return to the U.S. of things I missed photographing myself (like me on horseback) which I really appreciated.

Being almost 60 years old with some fitness issues, finding Adventure Mission Nepal on the internet was a stroke of good fortune. I can recommend Adventure Mission Nepal very highly. The company is well run and ethical, and treats its clients very well. In my opinion, they provided excellent value for the money as well.

I hope to be able to return to Nepal soon for another tour with Adventure Mission Nepal. Thanks for everything!

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