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Cost Includes All airport pick-ups and drops All ground transportation by comfortable private vehicles in Bhutan, Nepal, and Tibet All meals in Bhutan ( Breakfast. Lunch and dinner ) Twin-shared hotel accommodation in Bhutan, Nepal, and Tibet Sightseeing in Bhutan, Nepal, and Tibet by an experienced English speaking local tour guide City tour as per the itinerary Sightseeing entrance fees for museums and monuments as per the itinerary Welcome dinner with cultural shows in Kathmandu Chinese Visa and Tibet Permit Bhutan Visa and Permit Breakfast in Kathmandu, Pokhara Breakfast Only during the trip to Tibet/Lhasa 2 Nights 3 Days Full board in Chitwan National Park, where all meals, activities and accommodation are also includes Driver, Salary, meals and accommodation Kathmandu to Chitwan National Park By Private Car Chitwan National park to Pokhara By Private Car Pokhara Valley sightseeing By Private Car Pokhara to Kathmandu by Flight with airport departure taxes Kathmandu valley sightseeing by Private Car Entrance Fees in Kathmandu. And Pokhara Kathmandu to Paro and Return by Flight Kathmandu to Lhasa and Return by Flight Fuel, Road Taxes and Parking Fees Government taxes and Service Charges

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Cost Exclude All personal expenses (personal gear, telephone calls, beverages, internet, laundry etc.) Lunch and dinner in Tibet Personal expenses Bar and Drinks Bills Tips

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival And Sightseeing In Paro (2,250M/7,382Ft)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival And Sightseeing In Paro (2,250M/7,382Ft)

As you approach Bhutan, you’ll be greeted with breathtaking views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at the airport, a representative from the Alpine Club of Himalaya will warmly welcome you. After settling into our hotel, you’ll begin your journey to Paro. In Paro, you’ll explore notable sites including Dungste Lhakang, a 15th-century temple, with views of Ugyen Perli Palace through its fence. You’ll also visit Rinpung Dzong, a fortress-monastery, the national museum, and Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in Bhutan. You’ll stay overnight in Paro.
Day 2 Day 2: Hike To Taktsang Monastery, Drive To Thimphu (2,320M/7,610Ft): 54 Km Trek, 1 Hour Drive
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Hike To Taktsang Monastery, Drive To Thimphu (2,320M/7,610Ft): 54 Km Trek, 1 Hour Drive

After breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic 4-5 hour hike to Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger’s Nest. This sacred site, perched on a steep cliff, offers breathtaking views of the Paro valley. According to legend, Guru Padmasambhava, who brought Buddhism to Bhutan, meditated here for three years, three months, three weeks, three days, and three hours in the 8th century. You’ll enjoy lunch at a restaurant halfway up the mountain before hiking back down to the valley. Then, you’ll drive to Thimphu, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 3 Day 3: Thimphu To Punakha (1,250M/4,100Ft): 76 Km, 2 – 3 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Thimphu To Punakha (1,250M/4,100Ft): 76 Km, 2 – 3 Hours

After breakfast, we will drive to Dochula Pass (3,100 meters) in Punakha, a mountain pass adorned with 108 memorial chortens known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens,” built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother. From the pass, we can enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas, including Mt. Masanggang (7,158 meters or 23,484 feet), the highest peak in Bhutan. The descent from the pass takes us through a beautiful rhododendron garden, fir and hemlock forests, rice fields, and rivers, all while enjoying stunning views of the Bhutanese Himalayas. After lunch, we will visit Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and largest dzong in Bhutan, constructed between 1637 and 1638. We will stay overnight in Punakha.
Day 4 Day 4: Punakha To Paro (2250M/7382Ft): 140 Km, 4 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Punakha To Paro (2250M/7382Ft): 140 Km, 4 Hours

After breakfast, we drive to Paro via the Dochu La pass (3,100 meters). This mountain pass is renowned for its 108 memorial chortens, known as the “Druk Wangyal Chortens,” built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother. From the pass, the snow-clad peaks of the Himalayas, including Bhutan’s highest peak, Mt. Masanggang (7,158 meters or 23,484 feet), are prominently visible. After touring the monastery, we continue our journey, stopping in Thimphu for lunch. We will spend the night in Paro.
Day 5 Day 5: Fly To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft): 1 Hour Flight, Sightseeing In Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Fly To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft): 1 Hour Flight, Sightseeing In Kathmandu

As you approach Kathmandu, you’ll be greeted by stunning views of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at the airport, a representative from the Alpine Club of Himalaya will welcome you and assist with obtaining your visa for Tibet. We’ll begin with a short tour of the Pashupatinath Temple, a renowned 5th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the Bagmati River. Next, we’ll visit Boudhnath, one of the most sacred Buddhist stupas in Kathmandu. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a delicious authentic Nepalese meal, giving you a taste of the country’s rich culinary culture. You’ll spend the night in Kathmandu.
Day 6 Day 6: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan: 150Km, 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan: 150Km, 5 – 6 Hours

We head to Chitwan, the fifth largest city in Nepal, located at the foot of the Churia range and renowned for its Chitwan National Park (CNP). Established in 1973, CNP is Nepal’s first national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you can choose between a jungle safari or a nature walk, depending on the time available. The safari takes you deep into the jungle, where you may spot deer, the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, and other wildlife. With some luck, you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive Royal Bengal Tiger. During the nature walk, you’ll enjoy the diverse flora and fauna and have the opportunity for bird watching. In the evening, there will be a presentation on the park’s rich biodiversity, including over 700 species of wildlife, a yet-to-be-fully-surveyed number of butterflies, moths, and insects, and reptiles like the king cobra, rock python, 17 other snake species, starred tortoise, and monitor lizards. We will spend the night in Chitwan.
Day 7 Day 7: Chitwan National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Chitwan National Park

Early in the morning, we’ll explore a jungle safari, riding on elephant backs through dense grasslands to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. After breakfast, we’ll visit the elephant stables and have the opportunity to bathe the elephants. In the afternoon, you can choose between a jungle drive followed by a canoe ride down the Rapti River, where you’ll get an up-close view of Gharial and Mugger crocodiles, as well as freshwater dolphins, otters, and birds. Alternatively, you can opt for bird watching or nature walks. We’ll spend the night in Chitwan.
Day 8 Day 8: Drive To Pokhara (910M/2986Ft): 200Km, 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Drive To Pokhara (910M/2986Ft): 200Km, 5 – 6 Hours

After breakfast, we depart for Pokhara, Nepal’s second-largest city, located 200 km west of Kathmandu and close to the Annapurna mountain range. The city’s elevation ranges from 827 m in the south to 1,740 m in the north within a span of 30 km. Known as "The Lake City" due to its numerous lakes, Pokhara offers stunning views of the Himalayas, including Dhaulagiri (8,167m/26,794ft), Manaslu (8,156m/26,759ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993m/22,943ft), the five peaks of Annapurna, and more. We’ll stay overnight in Pokhara.
Day 9 Day 9: Sightseeing In Pokhara And Sunrise At Sarangkot Hill, Fly To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Sightseeing In Pokhara And Sunrise At Sarangkot Hill, Fly To Kathmandu

Early in the morning, we head to Sarangkot, a hill that offers stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges to the north and Pokhara city to the south. It’s the perfect spot to catch a breathtaking sunrise over the mighty Himalayas. After returning to Pokhara, we tour the city, starting with Davis Falls, a unique waterfall that flows directly into a narrow and deep canal. We then visit the Shiva Cave, which houses a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Next, we enjoy boating on Phewa Lake, the largest lake in Pokhara, and visit the Bindyabasini Temple located in the lake’s center. From the lake, and even from your hotel room, you can enjoy clear views of the snow-capped mountains, just twenty or so kilometers away. We also visit the famous International Mountain Museum (IMM), which documents the history and development of mountaineering activities worldwide and particularly in the Himalayas. Finally, we fly to Kathmandu and stay overnight there.Early in the morning, we head to Sarangkot, a hill that offers stunning views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges to the north and Pokhara city to the south. It’s the perfect spot to catch a breathtaking sunrise over the mighty Himalayas. After returning to Pokhara, we tour the city, starting with Davis Falls, a unique waterfall that flows directly into a narrow and deep canal. We then visit the Shiva Cave, which houses a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. Next, we enjoy boating on Phewa Lake, the largest lake in Pokhara, and visit the Bindyabasini Temple located in the lake’s center. From the lake, and even from your hotel room, you can enjoy clear views of the snow-capped mountains, just twenty or so kilometers away. We also visit the famous International Mountain Museum (IMM), which documents the history and development of mountaineering activities worldwide and particularly in the Himalayas. Finally, we fly to Kathmandu and stay overnight there.
Day 10 Day 10: Fly To Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft): 1Hour 30 Minutes Flight
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Fly To Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft): 1Hour 30 Minutes Flight

Upon arriving at Gonggar Airport in Lhasa, the administrative capital of Tibet and one of the highest cities in the world, you’ll be treated to an hour of breathtaking views of the Himalayas on one of the most beautiful air routes. A representative from the Alpine Club of Himalaya will greet you at the airport. Due to Lhasa’s elevation of approximately 3,600 meters (11,800 feet), with surrounding mountains reaching up to 5,500 meters (18,000 feet), it’s recommended that you rest for the remainder of the day to acclimate to the altitude and minimize the risk of altitude sickness. The air here contains only 68 percent of the oxygen found at sea level. Overnight stay in Lhasa.
Day 11 Day 11: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours

Sightseeing in Lhasa begins with a visit to the iconic Potala Palace and the serene Norbulingka Palace. The Potala Palace, built in the 17th century, offers stunning views of the city and contains the private quarters of the Dalai Lama, along with numerous grand state rooms and chapels. The Norbulingka Palace, serving as the Dalai Lama’s summer residence, is renowned for its vast, man-made garden, the largest in Tibet. We will also explore the Tibet Museum, which holds a permanent collection of around 1,000 artifacts showcasing Tibet’s rich cultural history. We will stay overnight in Lhasa.
Day 12 Day 12: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours

After breakfast, we visit the Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Bazaar. The Drepung Monastery, built in the 14th century, once sheltered around 10,000 monks and is a key site for understanding the history, culture, and religious beliefs of the Tibetan people. The Sera Monastery, known for its white-washed walls and golden roofs, is another preserved and important monastery. Jokhang Temple, a significant sacred site, offers deeper insights into Tibetan Buddhism. Finally, we stroll through Barkhor Bazaar, the bustling epicenter of Lhasa, with its open-air stalls, shops, and throngs of pilgrims. We stay overnight in Lhasa.
Day 13 Day 13: Excursion To Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Excursion To Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours

In the morning, we will drive to Ganden Monastery, one of the "great three" Gelug university monasteries in Tibet, perched atop Wangbur Mountain at an altitude of 4,300 meters. Ganden Monastery is renowned for its intricate murals and sculptures, and it boasts over two dozen major chapels featuring large Buddha statues. The monastery also preserves artifacts that belonged to Tsongkhapa, including his tomb. Among its treasures is a suit of armor adorned with gems, which was a gift from Emperor Qianlong as an offering to Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Gelug sect. After exploring the monastery, we will proceed to Drayerpa Cave, set in a picturesque valley with breathtaking landscapes. The site includes more than 30 caves used by Lamas for meditation. In the evening, we will return to Lhasa and spend the night there.
Day 14 Day 14: Fly To Kathmandu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Fly To Kathmandu

Today is the last day in Lhasa so after our breakfast, we get ready to transfer to airport for final departure. . Representatives of Alpine Club of Himalaya will transport you to the airport.

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Itinerary of your trip Nepal Tibet Bhutan Sightseeing Tour - 14 Days

Day 1: Arrival And Sightseeing In Paro (2,250M/7,382Ft)

Day 2: Hike To Taktsang Monastery, Drive To Thimphu (2,320M/7,610Ft): 54 Km Trek, 1 Hour Drive

Day 3: Thimphu To Punakha (1,250M/4,100Ft): 76 Km, 2 – 3 Hours

Day 4: Punakha To Paro (2250M/7382Ft): 140 Km, 4 Hours

Day 5: Fly To Kathmandu (1,300M/4,264Ft): 1 Hour Flight, Sightseeing In Kathmandu

Day 6: Drive From Kathmandu To Chitwan: 150Km, 5 – 6 Hours

Day 7: Chitwan National Park

Day 8: Drive To Pokhara (910M/2986Ft): 200Km, 5 – 6 Hours

Day 9: Sightseeing In Pokhara And Sunrise At Sarangkot Hill, Fly To Kathmandu

Day 10: Fly To Lhasa (3,650M/11,972Ft): 1Hour 30 Minutes Flight

Day 11: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours

Day 12: Sightseeing In Lhasa 5 – 6 Hours

Day 13: Excursion To Ganden Monastery And Drayerpa Cave: 5 – 6 Hours

Day 14: Fly To Kathmandu

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