11 Days Nepal Bhutan Tour Package

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration11 Days
  • DestinationBhutan
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts at Kathmandu
  • Ends at Bhutan (Paro)
  • Trip Type Tour
  • Accommodation 3 Star Hotel
  • Transport Fly in - Fly Out
Highlights
  • A fabulous vacation to two beautiful South Asian countries- Nepal and Bhutan
  • A cross-country tour, so you will start the journey in Kathmandu, Nepal, and end in Paro, Bhutan
  • Get to know the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and history of these beautiful Himalayan nations
  • Explore palaces, dzongs, monasteries, temples, and museums
  • Enjoy gracious Nepalese and Bhutanese hospitality
  • See intricate architecture, exquisite art, and centuries-old statues, antiques, murals, etc
  • Visit many museums and art galleries
  • Enjoy Himalayan mountain views
  • Taste delicious food and enjoy window shopping
  • An adventurous tour filled with warm interactions with locals, nature, and ample downtime to unwind and relax
  • Customize the itinerary to meet your requirements and budget
  • A perfect tour program to do solo or with your friends and family

11 Days Nepal Bhutan Tour Package, Cost for 2025 and 2026

Nepal Bhutan tour is a fabulous trip to two beautiful South Asian countries. It is an 11-day cross-country tour program that starts in Kathmandu, Nepal and ends in Paro, Bhutan.

The tour provides a mesmerizing glimpse into these countries' cultural and traditional richness. You will spend time exploring famous tourist cities and historical sites like palaces, dzongs, monasteries, temples, and museums.

Our Nepal Bhutan tour has flexibility in duration, so you can customize the itinerary as per your wish. Our Nepalese and Bhutanese representatives will take care of you during your tour in each country.

You will travel with an expert team who ensures your safety, comfort, and satisfaction. The tour will be a lifetime experience. You will get to know Nepalese and Bhutanese closely and enjoy their generous hospitality.

Stroll bustling streets and try delicious delicacies. The tour will be fun, adventurous, and memorable. You can do the 11 days Nepal Bhutan tour solo or with your family and friends with us.

If you have any questions regarding the 11 days Nepal Bhutan tour cost, feel free to contact us anytime. Bookings are open for 2025 and 2026 departures.

 

What can you expect during the tour in Nepal and Bhutan?

Nepal and Bhutan are two great Himalayan nations. Both these countries embody strong faith in their heritage and boast world-class hospitality.

Your time in these two countries will give you a break from the tall, concrete towers and the chaotic sound of megacities. You will unwind, rejuvenate, and dive deep into their traditional magnificence.

You will definitely explore the big cities that coexist with nature and centuries-old historical sites. Places where modernization and cultural practice go hand in hand on a daily basis.

Explore live streets and try delicious street foods. Enjoy window shopping and spend time mingling with the locals. Visit museums and learn about their historical events and norms.

Below, we have shared more details about the places you will visit in both countries:

Places you will visit in Nepal

In Nepal, you will explore Kathmandu and Pokhara. These are two famous tourist cities in the country and are visited by most travelers. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. You will land here and spend a couple of days discovering the city.

It is a valley. Therefore, lush hills surround the city, providing excellent hiking routes and hill stations. Visit monuments like Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and Bhaktapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu.

These are the top must-visit places. From Kathmandu, you will follow a scenic highway to Pokhara, the second biggest city in Nepal and the gateway to the Annapurna region.

The city coexists with nature. Here, you will explore lakes, caves, and waterfalls instead of palaces and courtyards. Phewa Lake, Davis Falls, Sarangkot, Gupteshwor Cave, Peace Pagoda, International Mountain Museum, and Lakeside Market are top tourist destinations in Pokhara.

In Pokhara, you will also see mountains like Fishtail, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri. Annapurna and Dhaulagiri are the tenth and seventh tallest mountains on Earth. Your time in Nepal will be magnificent.

The cultural richness, intricate architecture and art, nature, mountains, and the bustle of the city all combined will make your journey phenomenal.

Bhutan- the land of thunder dragons

On the 6th day of the tour, you will leave Nepal and fly to Bhutan. The flight will present you with the grandeur of the Himalayas. Land in Paro and drive to Thimphu. As Thimphu is situated at 2,400 meters above sea level, it is recommended that you spend the remaining day acclimating.

In Bhutan, you will explore Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha. These are the three most famous tourist cities in Bhutan. The places you will visit during your tour duration are insane.

In Paro, you will hike to the Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger's Nest Monastery. It is an architectural gem of Bhutan. The hike is about two hours, and horseback riding is also available for a few bucks.

Likewise, you will also visit Kyichu Lhakhang, Drukgyel Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong ruins, Ta Dzong Museum, Rinpung Dzong, Dungtse Lhakhang, and the Farmhouses in Paro Valley.

In Thimphu, you will visit Tashichho Dzong, Changangkha Lhakhang, Buddha Dordenma Statue, Simtokha Dzong, the Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan, the National Folk Heritage Museum, etc. While traveling from Thimphu to Punakha, cross the iconic Dochula Pass (3,200 m).

The scenery and mountain view from here are spectacular. Finally, your time in Punakha will be equally enchanting. Visit Chimi Lhakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, and Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten.

The rich Bhutanese cultural heritage, centuries-old monuments, history, and jaw-dropping art and architecture remain at the center of your tour in Bhutan.

Is the Nepal-Bhutan tour suitable for you?

Travelers looking for a vacation for under two weeks in Nepal and Bhutan should consider this tour package. The Nepal Bhutan tour does not have age restrictions or specific requirements. The tour is leisure, therefore attainable for everyone.

If you need any extra support, let us know. We may arrange it for you. Similarly, you can also combine additional activities like a yoga/meditation session, cooking class, mandala/thangka painting class, etc, in your itinerary.

Most importantly, the tour is safe. Whether you are traveling for the first time to Asia or traveling solo or with your family, there is nothing to worry about. Our affordable Nepal Bhutan tour cost will also keep your wallet secure.

Check out our other Nepal Bhutan tour packages as well. 

Expert tips and things you should know

  • Visa and flight: Our Nepal Bhutan tour package only includes the Bhutan visa fee. We will also help you obtain the Bhutanese travel visa. However, all travelers must obtain the Nepal travel visa themselves. They can get it from the Nepalese Embassy in their country or upon landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Please check this link for more information on Nepal travel visas.

  • Best time to do the Nepal Bhutan tour: March to May and late September to November are considered the best times to travel to Nepal and Bhutan because of stable weather and a moderate climate. However, you can do this tour throughout the year. Every season has its charm, and you will enjoy this tour in all months.

  • Additional expense: Our Nepal Bhutan tour package includes accommodations, breakfasts, transportation, guides, drivers and four-wheelers, Nepal Bhutan flight, and necessary permits as per our itinerary. You have to pay for your lunch and dinners, shopping, bar bills, tips, international flight to Kathmandu and from Paro, and travel insurance. Please budget money according to your shopping and food/drinks expectations.

  • Packing: Pack comfortable shoes because you will walk a lot around historical sites and museums. Likewise, pack ample comfortable and fancy clothes. You will need a backpack to carry documents, money, water bottles, and other essentials while visiting the tourist sites. Likewise, do not forget to pack your first aid kit, toiletries, and skincare.

 

Itinerary
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Pick up and transfers to hotel. Check in to the hotel with welcome drink. After a short rest at evening visit a tourist Market in Thamel. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu

    After breakfast at hotel, starts Kathmandu sightseeing including; Kathmandu Durbar Square, the place of the Malla and then the Shah Kings of Nepal, visiting Kumari Temple, house of the virgin goddess, visiting Swayambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), a stupa on the top of hill - from here you can overlook the scenery of Kathmandu, Pashupatinath Temple, one of the most important Hindu temples in Nepal. We keep going for walk to see the huge stupa of Buddha, also known as Boudhanath, the largest stupa in Nepal. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

      After breakfast, fly or drive to Pokhara. If by fly 25 min and by drive it may take about 6-7 hours. Evening 1 hour boating at fewa lake. Check in hotel evening self-hang around in tourist place lake side Pokhara. Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

        Get up early in the morning about 5 am drive to sarankot to see Himalaya view and sunrise view then back to hotel breakfast at hotel and get fresh then sightseeing in Pokhara (Davis falls, guptesor mahadev cave, bindabasini temple, white river, tallest shiva temple and world peace pagoda. Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.

          Pokhara to kathmandu If by fly 25 min and by drive it may take about 6-7 hours. Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

            After breakfast, you will be dropped to Kathmandu Airport for flight to Bhutan. Druk Air flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular of all mountain flights. Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foothills, each flight is a mesmerizing feat and offers exciting descent into the Kingdom. On arrival at the airport, received by our representative and then transfer to Thimphu, the modern capital town of Bhutan. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

              After breakfast Thimphu sightseeing. Visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Then visit National Library which has vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts.
              After that drive to Arts & Crafts School, famous for traditional thangkha paintings. Here you will see, students at work producing intricate design on cloth.
              After lunch visit Handicrafts Emporium which displays wide assortment of beautifully handwoven and crafted products. Then drive to Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s Third King who is popularly regarded as Father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside this monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.

                After breakfast drive to Punakha with a short stop at Dochulapass
                (3,080m) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m ), Jejegangphugang (7,158 m ), Kangphugang (7,170 m ), Zongphugang (7, 060 m ), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana – finally Gangkarpuensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m.

                Later visit Punakha Dzong, built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative center of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the Dzong has now been fully restored.

                After that drive to Wangduephodrang visiting Dzong and local market. The district of Wangduephodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

                  After breakfast drive to Paro en route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627, it now houses the school for religious studies.

                  Afternoon in Paro visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is serving as the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps.

                  Afterwards, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic

                  body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

                    After breakfast drive north of Paro valley to ruins of Drukgyel Dozng. From this fort Bhutanese repelled several invasions by Tibetan armies. Nearby visit traditional Bhutanese Farm House which offers good insight into lifestyle of local people. Then take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called “Tiger’s Nest”. The excursion to monastery takes about 5 hours for round trip. While return to Paro town visit en route Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the oldest and most sacred shrines of the Kingdom. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

                      Today, our tour guide will transfer you to Paro International Airport and fly to Kathmandu or your onward destination. Tour service end.

                      Note: Paro International Airport connects to the international airports of Nepal (Kathmandu; KTM), India (Delhi, Bagdogra, Kolkotta, Gaya, Guwahati), Bangladesh (Dhaka), Thailand (Bangkok), Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Singapore (SIN).

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                        Cost Details
                        Cost Includes
                        • Airport pick up & drop off as per your arrival date and time
                        • 3-star Deluxe accommodation in Nepal with breakfast
                        • Government-approved 3-star accommodation in Bhutan 
                        • Full board meals during the tour in Bhutan (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & snacks)
                        • Bhutan visa fee and special permit
                        • Bhutan government royalties and taxes
                        • All private transportation during the tour as per the itinerary
                        • Personal knowledgeable English-speaking local tour guide in Nepal and Bhutan
                        • Entrance fees for sightseeing during the Nepal Bhutan Tour
                        • International Flight Ticket (Kathmandu - Paro)
                        • Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
                        • All government taxes and official expenses
                        Cost Excludes
                        • Nepal VISA fee (USD 40 for a 15-day visa). (easily issuable upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu) 
                        • International Airfare to Kathmandu and from Paro
                        • Lunch and Dinner in Nepal
                        • Travel and medical insurance
                        • Personal expenses (snacks, bar bills, laundry, etc.)
                        • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival or late departure
                        • Tips for guide and driver (tipping is expected)
                        • Any unseen expenses due to circumstances beyond our control
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