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Nepal & Bhutan Journey
18 Days | Discover the colourful world of Nepal and captivating Bhutan
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Start
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Finish
Paro, Bhutan
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Trip Code
HNKBC
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
16 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Plane
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Accommodation
Hotel (12 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
From £4,945(18 days)
Trip Informations
Journey into the heart of Nepal and experience the colourful sights of this enchanting region. Mingle with local villagers and craftspeople, visit temples and sacred Buddhist sites, travel the cobbled streets of tiny mountain towns and search for unique wildlife. From the whirlwind of Kathmandu to the lush jungle of Chitwan National Park, and with plenty of delightful hidden gems in between, you'll take an unforgettable tour of Nepal then turn your sights to Bhutan, known for its breathtaking natural scenery, quiet towns and few tourist numbers. This 18-day trip offers scenic delights, an insight into the local culture and plenty of adventure.
Why you’ll love this trip
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Take a jeep safari with a local guide in Chitwan National Park – a beauty brimming with exotic wildlife – and you may be lucky enough to spot rhinos or elusive leopards and tigers.
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Visit a Tibetan refugee camp and get to know the community before taking on a cooking demonstration to learn how to create traditional momos (steamed dumplings).
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Hike to Taktsang, commonly known as the Tiger's Nest, the small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor, and soak in its magnificence.
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Discover the 15th-century fertility temple of Chimi Lhakhang, and visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, an ancient fortress and religious centre that sits at the confluence of two rivers.
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Experience Bhutanese hospitality in the Paro Valley when you enjoy a homecooked meal at a rustic farmhouse and opt to take a soak in a traditional hot stone bath.
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By travelling on this trip, you'll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Forget Me Not. Donations help them provide job training, work experience and employment opportunities for young people who've grown up in institutionalised Nepalese orphanages.
Is this trip right for you?
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While on a map we aren't travelling particularly far, the reality of road travel in Nepal and Bhutan is that things always take longer than you expect. Some roads will be bumpy, dusty, or even unexpectedly blocked requiring reroutes and plenty of patience. We fly the farthest distances to make the most of our time together.
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Bhutan is a high-altitude destination, so taking it easy for a day or two makes for a much more comfortable trip. Drinking tea and water and avoiding strenuous exercise will help you acclimatise after arriving.
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The trek to Tiger's Nest is quite vigorous but well worth the climb. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of this hike, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
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Hotels in some destinations may vary in standard and facilities, and on occasion, hot water may be limited. There will be times when the location of our accommodation will mean it is practical to eat at the hotel restaurant rather than heading out for meals.
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You will see tour operators offering elephant riding activities and many tourists taking part in them during your time in Chitwan. Tuuur Travel has a strong elephant welfare policy and as such we discourage travellers from riding elephants in Nepal or anywhere around the world. Please refer to the ‘Responsible Travel’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Kathmandu
- DAY 2Kathmandu
- DAY 3Pokhara
- DAY 4Pokhara
- DAY 5Bandipur
- DAY 6Bandipur
- DAY 7Chitwan National Park
- DAY 8Chitwan National Park
- DAY 9Bhaktapur
- DAY 10Kathmandu
- DAY 11Kathmandu
- DAY 12Paro - Thimphu
- DAY 13Thimphu
- DAY 14Punakha
- DAY 15Punakha
- DAY 16Paro
- DAY 17Paro / Tiger's Nest Monastery
- DAY 18Paro
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
16 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners
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Private vehicle, Plane
bed Accommodation
Hotel (12 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights), Lodge (2 nights)
festival Activities
circleKathmandu - Pashupatinath Temple
circleKathmandu - Boudhanath Stupa and Monastery visit
circleKathmandu - Durbar Square
circleKathmandu - Swayambhunath Temple
circlePokhara - Phewa Tal Lake boat trip
circlePokhara - Tibetan community visit with momo lunch
circlePokhara - Sunrise from Sarangkot Hill
circlePokhara - International Mountain Museum
circleBandipur Day Trip
circleVillage Tour, Sunset view & Tipical Tharu Stick Dance(Cultural Show Around 30 Minute)
circleCanoe Ride & Jeep Safari at The Chitwan National Park
circleChitwan NP - Bird watching tour
circleBhaktapur - Leader-led walking tour
circleThimphu - Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre
circleThimphu - Nado Poizokhang Incense Factory
circleThimphu - National Memorial Chorten
circleThimphu - Village walk to Cheri Dorji Dhen
circleThimphu - National Textile Museum
circleThimphu - Buddha Dordenma
circleThimpu - Simply Bhutan Heritage Museum
circlePunakha Valley - Chimi Lhakhang
circlePunakha - Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten hike
circlePunakha - Punakha Dzong view & photo stop
circlePunakha - Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery
circleParo - Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery hike
circleParo - Home-cooked dinner
circleComplimentary Airport Departure Transfer
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circleKathmandu - Everest scenic flight - USD240
circleParo - Farmhouse hot stone bath - USD25
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Monday Sep 01, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
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£4,945
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Friday Sep 12, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
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£4,945
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Friday Sep 19, 2025
Monday Oct 06, 2025
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£5,143
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Friday Sep 26, 2025
Monday Oct 13, 2025
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Monday Oct 20, 2025
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Monday Oct 27, 2025
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Friday Oct 17, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
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Monday Nov 17, 2025
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Monday Nov 10, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
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Monday Nov 17, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
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£5,143
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Monday Mar 02, 2026
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
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£5,192
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Friday Mar 20, 2026
Monday Apr 06, 2026
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Monday Apr 06, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
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£5,401
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Friday Apr 17, 2026
Monday May 04, 2026
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Important notes
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1. Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 5,6,9 (Guesthouse) and Days 7,8 (Lodge) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. Entry to Bhutan is very strict and travellers can only enter Bhutan on a group visa as part of a tour. All travellers must arrive on Day 12 and depart on Day 18 to be eligible for a group visa. At time of booking, please provide your booking agent with a scanned colour copy of your passport, a scanned colour passport photo.
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4. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport). Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 60 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
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5. Bhutan's airlines are renowned for last minute changes to flight timetables into and out of Bhutan. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours transit time before and after your flights into and out of Bhutan. Timetables are available on the Druk Airlines and Air Bhutan websites.
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6. This trip includes international flights as indicated on the trip map. This flight has a luggage allowance of 20kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on.
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7. The Sustainable Development Fee, charged by the government of Bhutan, is included in your trip price. It only applies to the days you will spend in Bhutan.
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