Nepal Bhutan Tour 9 Days

Arrive in Kathmandu after a scenic flight over the mountains. Meet the representative of Himalayan Trekkers and transfer to the hotel.

The rest of the day is at leisure. 

Your trip guide will pick you for the full-day sightseeing of the Kathmandu Valley. You will be introduced to three out of seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the valley. 

The first destination is Boudhanath Stupa, one of the sacred pilgrimage sites reflecting Tibetan Buddhism. It is also the largest stupa in Nepal and one of the largest in the world. Next, we will drive to Pashupatinath Temple located on the banks of the holy Bagmati River. It is one of the most sacred Hindu sites in the world which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. After lunch, we head towards Patan in Lalitpur district to explore Patan Durbar Square, famous for carvings done in metal, wood, and stone. 

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Paro. The flight to Paro is one of the most amazing flights on the globe. You can witness the breathtaking views of mighty Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Jomolhari, Jichu Drake, etc. during this flight. 

After a brief rest at the hotel and lunch, we will visit the National Museum of Bhutan namely Ta Dzong. It houses more than 3,000 artworks. Then, we will explore the oldest temple in Bhutan, Kyichu Lhakhang. And later, we will pay a visit to Paro Rinpung Dzong. It was built in the 17th century to protect Paro Valley. 

We will start our hiking towards the Taktsang Monastery also known as Tiger's Nest Monastery after breakfast. It is considered the holiest temple in Bhutan seems to be standing on the side of the cliff. Legends state that the Guru Rinpoche of the 8th century flew here on the back of a tigress and meditated in a cave for 3 months. The monstery also offers a panoramic view of Paro Valley. 

After exploring, we will head back down and halt halfway for lunch at the cafeteria. After we reach the city, we will drive to the capital of Bhutan, Thimpu. On your own in Thimpu.

Today's tour begins with a visit to Kuenselohodrang also known as Big Buddha Point. It has the largest statue of Lord Buddha in Bhutan that is built on the hillock overlooking the Thimpu Valley. You will see Takin, the national animal of the country in the Bhutan Preservation Center. We will then visit Memorial Stupa, a large Tibetan style Chorten before lunch. 

At the noon, we head to the National Textile Museum where the art of traditional weaving is preserved. A fine collection of old textiles in different colors and designs can be seen here. Then, we move to the Traditional Bhutanese Paper Factory. 

Our today's tour ends with a visit to Thimpu Dzong. It is considered the most beautiful dzong in the nation which is also the headquarter of the Bhutanese government. 

Bidding farewell to Thimpu, we drive back to Paro. 

After lunch, you will be assisted for half-day sightseeing of Paro. We visit the School of Traditional Painting of Arts and Crafts and Drukgyel Dzong. 

You will check-out from the hotel and drive to the airport for a flight to your onward destination or Kathmandu. If you flew back to Kathmandu, we can arrange a half-day city tour. You can explore the Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath Temple, and the old markets of Ason and Indrachowk. 

The day is on your own. 

You will be transferred to the airport 3 hours earlier than your flight to your onward destination.