13D12N Nepal & Bhutan Explorer (ANKP)
Looking for that sweet spot between independent backpacking and organized group tours? Congrats — you found it! Classic tours combine the support and security of group travel, unbeatable variety, and the flexibility to go off-script when fate says, “Hey, let’s do this.”
Nepal and Bhutan are some of the most undiscovered places on Earth, but this two-week adventure will reveal their magic before the rest of the world catches on. You’ll take part in traditions of small Nepalese communities, experience the wildlife and rich biodiversity of Chitwan National Park, and feel Bhutan’s spiritual nature in storied Buddhist temples.
Good to know
- Physical Rating: 3: Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Tour Highlights
- Cycling through villages in Chitwan
- Memorial Chorten & Motithang Takin Preserve visit
- Tashichho Dzong visit
- Chimi Lakhang Hike
- Explore Paro Dzong and Archery grounds
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery Tiger’s Nest
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Kathmandu
Arrive at any time. Welcome meeting will be in the evening with an included entrance and self-guided walk in Patan Durbar Square.
Day 2 Kathmandu
Take a guided tour of the royal city of Bhaktapur, and the Bodhnath Stupa. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and learn how to make Nepalese momos (dumplings). Afterwards, taste the delicious dishes made during an authentic local lunch. The evening is free to do as you please.
lunch
Day 3 Kathmandu - Pokhara
Drive across the mountains to beautiful Pokhara. Immerse yourself in the views of the spectacular Annapurna Range. Upon arrival set out on an orientation walk along Phewa Lake.
Day 4 Pokhara
Spend the day as you please, indulging in a variety of optional activities in Pokhara. Find a cute cafe to sip some tea in or maybe go for a short hike in the Annapurna ranges. You could also walk up to Sarangkot for incredible views or spend time boating in Phewa lake and walk through the gardens.
Day 5 Pokhara - Chitwan National Park
Leave Pokhara behind and transfer by private vehicle to Chitwan. Upon arrival enjoy a welcome by the Chitwan Community Guesthouse.
Travel to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and enjoy an overnight cultural experience with the indigenous Tharu community. Experience their culture through dance and song, along with a traditional meal in the familial dining area. In the evening, retreat back to your private thatched cottage to watch the buffalo and goats roaming about.
dinner
Day 6 Chitwan National Park
Take a 4×4 jeep safari through the national park and search for the elusive tiger.
Day 7 Chitwan National Park - Kathmandu
Travel back to the capital city and enjoy a free evening for last minute shopping and exploring.
Day 8 Kathmandu - Thimphu via Paro
Fly from Nepal to Bhutan today for the start of the next leg of your adventure. Transfer to Thimphu from the Paro airport and opt to grab dinner with the group.
dinner
Day 9 Thimphu
Visit the National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Point, and Motithang Takin Preserve. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 10 Thimphu- Punākha
Travel to Punakha in the morning crossing Dochula Pass. After a pleasant stop for views enjoy a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang Temple learning about its historical significance. In the afternoon explore the stunning Punakha Dzong.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 11 Punākha- Paro
Take a scenic drive back to Paro this morning with a few stops en route. Upon arrival the group will visit the Paro Dzong as well as the local archery grounds. This evening you’ll have free time to wander and indulge as you please.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 12 Paro
Enjoy a morning hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). The hike is about 7km and offers a chance to visit 13 holy relics, at a place considered to be one of the most venerated pilgrim sites of the Himalayan world. After finishing the hike you’ll have the rest of the evening free to explore more of Paro on your own before one last dinner with the group.
breakfast · lunch · dinner
Day 13 Paro
Depart at any time. Airport transfer included.
breakfast
What's included
Included
- 12 nights accommodation
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
- Meals as per itinerary
Not included
- International air ticket
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Tipping
- Others not mentioned
Prices & dates
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Your hotels
Hotel Traditional Stay
★★★★
Durbar Square Road Durbar square, 44800 Bhaktapur, Nepal
Hotel Queens Park
★★★★
Lalupate Street, Lakeside, 33700 Pokhara, Nepal
Barauli Community Homestay
Kawasoti 15, 33000 Chilha, Nepal
Hotel Damisa Bhutan
★★★
Kawang Damisa, Lower Motithang, Thimphu, Bhutan, 11001 Thimphu, Bhutan
Hotel River Valley
★★★
Punakha - Gasa Hwy Opposite Khuruthang Town, Punakha 13001 Bhutan
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