About this trip
This 12-day tour takes you through Nepal and Bhutan, two neighbouring countries with very different characters but a shared sense of place. You'll spend the first stretch in Nepal, moving between Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan, before flying into Bhutan for a slower, more contained look at Thimphu, Punakha and Paro.
In Nepal expect UNESCO-listed temples and squares, mountain views from Pokhara, and a change of pace in Chitwan. The flight over to Paro is dramatic in its own right, and Bhutan's side of the trip centres on monasteries, valleys and the capital's low-key streets.
The trip builds to the hike up to Taktsang Monastery, the Tiger's Nest, perched on a cliffside above Paro. Throughout, there's room to talk with locals and get a feel for daily life in both countries rather than just ticking off sights.
What you'll do
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley
- Take the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Paro
- Visit the capital city of Thimphu and its monasteries
- Explore Punakha's cultural and historical sites
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery, the Tiger's Nest, above Paro
- Spend time in Pokhara and Chitwan in Nepal
- Covers two countries and six main bases, so you'll be moving on regularly
- Best visited in spring or autumn for stable weather and local festivals
- The Tiger's Nest hike involves a climb, so some fitness is useful
Worth it if you want two Himalayan countries in one thoughtful trip with strong guides and comfortable pacing. Think twice if you need more downside detail—these reviews are uniformly positive.
- Tiger's Nest hike and Punakha Dzong genuinely stand out; guides handle logistics seamlessly throughout.
- Itinerary balances lively Kathmandu, calm Pokhara lakeside, jungle wildlife in Chitwan, then Bhutan's monasteries well.
- Local hospitality and chance to interact with people in both countries leaves lasting cultural impression.
- May timing offers clear Annapurna views and good weather; book well ahead for Bhutan's licensed guide requirement.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Kathmandu · 19 Jul – 20 Jul
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