Nepal

Bhutan Kathmandu Lhasa Exclusive Tour (15 Days)

Bhutan Kathmandu Lhasa Tour from India, Enter via Phuentsholing

Trip ID
HWC094
Duration
15 Day(s)
Difficulty
Demanding
Max altitude
3,650m
Group
1–12 Pax
From
US$ 2,950
Best season
Mar–May · Sep–Dec

Journey overview

The experience at a glance

If you are arriving at Bagdogra airport or by train in West Bengal, India, and planning to explore Darjeeling/Sikkim before embarking on a Bhutan Kathmandu Lhasa Exclusive Tour, we have the perfect suggestion for you. Our itinerary offers a short but comprehensive experience, featuring scenic drives, immersion in culture and heritage, invigorating hikes, captivating sightseeing, indulging in local cuisine, breathtaking mountain flights, and numerous other unique experiences.

The 15-day/14-night multi-country Himalayan tour commences at the Phuentsholing border, where you enter Bhutan. From there, you will journey through Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro, including a hike to the famous Tiger's Nest monastery. Afterward, you will fly to Kathmandu, where you will embark on cultural sightseeing and further hiking in and around the Kathmandu valley. The tour concludes with a flight to Lhasa, where you will have the opportunity to explore the palaces, monasteries, and temples associated with the Dalai Lama while learning about Tibetan religion and lifestyles.

Our itinerary offers five nights in Bhutan, six nights in Kathmandu, and three nights in Lhasa, resulting in a 15-day journey through the mesmerizing Himalayan region, encompassing Bhutan, Nepal, and Tibet (China). Throughout the trip, you will gain insights into centuries-old cultures and traditions, interact with local communities, and even witness the presence of a living goddess (Kumari) in Kathmandu.

Feel free to explore our suggested itinerary, and rest assured that we can customize it to meet your specific requirements if needed. Get ready for a remarkable multi-country adventure in the awe-inspiring Himalayas!

Note: Should the provided itinerary not fully align with your preferences, we are more than willing to tailor it according to your needs

Day by day

15 days · 1 region

Walk the route one day at a time — meals, overnight stays, and the details that shape each stage.

Follow the path day by day

14 nights

  1. Receive you at Phentsholing border (India-Bhutan border corssing), meet and greet by the Bhutanese guide, finish border formalities and take a scenic drive to Thimphu. Drive takes about 6 hours. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu

Private vehicle & English-speaking guide throughout · Phuentsholing border to Lhasa/Kathmandu

Places covered

Destinations on this trip

The places this journey moves through, in the order they shape the experience.

  1. Phuentsholing

  2. Thimphu, Punakha

  3. Paro, Tiger's Nest

  4. Kathmandu

  5. Nagarkot

  6. Lhasa

Trip essentials

What your journey covers

A clear split between what we arrange and what you budget yourself.

Included

  • Private transportation throughout the journey
  • All necessary travel permits
  • English speaking local guide on each country
  • Accommodation on a twin room basis
  • Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • Meal plan: Full Board Basis in Bhutan and B/B Plan in Lhasa

Not included

  • Lunch and Dinner in Tibet
  • Bhutan Sustainable Development Fee (SDF): US$ 200 per night/person: Effective from 20 June 2022
  • Flight: Paro to Kathmandu - US$ 250 Approx. (One way)
  • Flight: Kathmandu to Lhasa and return: USD 680 Approx. (Both ways)
  • Tibet Group Visa (TGV): USD 85, Extra 90 for US and Canadian citizens
  • Single Supplement
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
  • Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips &, etc.

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Trip Information

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