13 Days Nepal Bhutan Tour Package

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration13 Days
  • Trip Grade Easy
  • Starts at Kathmandu
  • Ends at Bhutan (paro)
  • Trip Type Tour
  • Accommodation 3 Star Hotel
  • Transport Fly in - Fly Out
Highlights
  • A fantastic holiday in Nepal and Bhutan with many adventurous activities, sightseeing, food tours, jungle safari, and natural excursions

  • Get to know Nepalese and Bhutanese cultural heritage, art, and architecture

  • A safe and well-managed tour for solo travelers, groups, students, and families

  • Guided by local guides in both countries

  • Explore Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple, Patan Durbar Square, etc, in Kathmandu

  • Embark on a jeep safari in Chitwan National Park to see wild animals like Bengal tiger, one-horn rhino, etc

  • Witness stunning views of Fishtail, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri mountains in Pokhara

  • Take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Paro

  • Explore Changangkha Lhakhang, Buddha Dordenma Statue, Simtokha Dzong, the National Folk Heritage Museum, etc, in Thimphu

  • Cross the iconic Dochula Pass on the way to Punakha

  • Explore Chimi Lhakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, and Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten in Punakha

  • Hike to Taktsang Monastery and discover tourist sites like Kyichu Lhakhang, Drukgyel Dzong, Ta Dzong Museum, etc, in Paro

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

The 13 days Nepal Bhutan tour package is a fantastic holiday program that explores the culture, wildlife, and nature of these two beautiful Himalayan nations. You will start the journey in Nepal and end in Bhutan.

The tour includes visiting the top three tourist cities in both countries. If you are searching for the best Nepal and Bhutan tour, you are at the right place. This tour not only involves sightseeing historical sites and bustling local markets but also includes a jungle safari, pretty lakes, and mountain vistas.

You can join us for the 13 days Nepal Bhutan tour from any part of the world. It is a safe trip for both solo male and female travelers. Likewise, you can also do this tour with your family and friends. Travelers looking for a vacation in South Asia under two weeks should consider our 13-day Nepal Bhutan tour.

We, Welcome Nepal Treks, will manage every aspect of the tour, allowing you to have a hassle-free trip. Our team will arrange accommodation, meals, transportation, permits, and local guides in both countries. We will make sure you are safe and enjoying the tour.

Similarly, you can check out our other Nepal Bhutan tour packages if you are not satisfied with our 13 days program.

Nepal

Nepal is a beautiful country geographically, naturally, and culturally. From the Terai (plains) to the mountains (Himalayas), there is a lot to explore and experience. Home to many ethnic groups, the country boasts extremely rich and rooted traditions, practices, and belief systems.

You will be amazed to see how communities with completely different backgrounds, languages, norms, and faith coexist harmoniously. And this is what makes Nepal very special. You will explore Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara during your time in Nepal. These are the top three tourist destinations.

The 13 days Nepal Bhutan tour begins with your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Our team will escort you to Thamel, the tourist hub in Kathmandu. Here, you will explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath Stupa, etc.

All these places will provide you with an excellent insight into Nepali heritage, lifestyle, art, and architecture. Likewise, you will also have a chance to try many local dishes, including momo, dal bha, yomori, Newar khaja, etc. From Kathmandu, you will travel to Chitwan.

Chitwan is famous for the Tharu community, one-horn rhinos, canoeing, and deep jungle walks. After enjoying the bustle of Kathmandu, you will now spend time relishing the tranquility and wilderness of Chitwan National Park. Here, you will visit Tharu village to have a quick look at their traditional attire, music, dance, and lifestyle.

Tharus is one of the indigenous communities in Nepal. It has a very vibrant culture and

practices worth exploring. Likewise, you will take part in a jeep safari that will take you deep inside the Chitwan National Park to see wild animals and birds like one-horn rhinos, Bengal tigers, elephants, wild boards, peacocks, deer, etc.

You will also visit elephant and crocodile breeding centers. For the final part of the tour in Nepal, you will travel to Pokhara. Pokhara is the city of lakes and the gateway to the Annapurna region. It is the second biggest city in Nepal, yet deeply connected to nature.

You will have lovely mornings with beautiful sunrises and stunning snowy mountain views. In this city, you will explore lakes, caves, and viewpoints. From the serenity of Phewa Lake and Sarangkot Viewpoint to the thrill of Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave and Davis Falls, you will have an excellent retreat in nature.

You can see the famous mountains like Fishtail, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri. After exploring Pokhara, you will return to Kathmandu and fly to Paro, Bhutan.

Bhutan

Bhutan is the second country you will visit on this tour. Like Nepal, it is a lovely little nation nestled between India and China. Bhutan is known as the Land of the Thunder Dragon. It is an exclusive country in South Asia that is expensive and has strict rules for foreigners.

Bhutan follows a high-value, low-impact tourism policy, which allows it to offer the finest travel experience while preserving its roots. Unlike the rest of the world, the country measures its economic growth based on Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy. You will see how modernization has not overtaken the Bhutanese heritage but coexisted with it.

Every city will present ancient Bhutanese art, architecture, and modern conveniences. Bhutan has many special things, such as its carbon-negative status, a government that prioritizes the happiness of its residents, Himalayan peaks, serene valleys, glacial rivers, heart-warming hospitality, and kindness.

You will start the journey in Bhutan with a scenic, short flight from Kathmandu. It will be around one to one and a half hour flight. You will land in Paro, where our Bhutanese representatives will welcome you. Instead of spending the night in Paro, you will drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. It is around two hours away from Paro.

Here, you will explore Changangkha Lhakhang, Buddha Dordenma Statue, Tashichho Dzong, Simtokha Dzong, the National Folk Heritage Museum, and the Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan. These tourist sites offer a great insight into Bhutanese culture, traditions, and beliefs.

You will also discover intricate Bhutanese craftsmanship, art, and architecture. From Thimphu, the tour continues to Punakha. On the way to Punakha, you will cross the iconic Dochula Pass (3,200 m/10,500 ft). The pass offers stunning views of mountains like Teri Kang, Gangkar Puensum, Table Mountain, etc.

Likewise, you will also see a striking view of the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens and Dochula Druk Wangyel Monastery from the pass. In Punakha, you will explore Chimi Lhakhang Temple, Punakha Dzong, and Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten. From Punakha, you will return to Paro and spend two nights before flying out of the country.

While in Paro, you will hike to the famous Taktsang Monastery, also known as Tiger's Nest Monastery. It will be an incredible short hike with striking scenery. Likewise, you will also visit Kyichu Lhakhang, Drukgyel Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong ruins, Ta Dzong Museum, Rinpung Dzong, Dungtse Lhakhang, and the Farmhouses in Paro.

On final departure day, your guide will drop you at the Paro International Airport and bid you our last goodbye and good wishes.

What to expect during the tour?

The 13 days Nepal Bhutan tour is guided by local Nepalese and Bhutanese teams. You will spend nights in three-star hotels during the tour. All commutes will be done by private four-wheeler. Our package includes only breakfasts in Nepal and three meals a day in Bhutan.

Please check out the cost include and exclude section for more information. Our day-to-day schedule is flexible. If you have a specific place you want to visit or an activity you want to do, inform your guide. He will plan it for you. Note that there can be additional charges.

During the tour, you will also have ample time to explore on your own and unwind. Likewise, you can expect many interactions with the locals. The guide will help you communicate. You will mostly spend the morning and afternoon exploring monuments, and evenings are free to relax, shop, and enjoy local foods.

Bookings are open for 2025 departures. We have the best 13 days Nepal Bhutan tour cost and service in the market. If you have any questions regarding the tour, contact us anytime.

 
Itinerary
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Arrival at Kathmandu airport, 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 3-star hotel (Kathmandu Business Hotel or the address Kathmandu Hotel)

    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 (Kathmandu Business Hotel or The address Kathmandu Hotel)

      After breakfast, proceeds to Royal Chitwan National Park (the heart of the jungle) located in the former royal Hunter land at late afternoon Visit Ethnic culture Tharu Village. Evening Tharu culture program and dinner. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel Jungle Crown or Safari Adventure Lodge)

        After breakfast, proceeds to jungle activities, including Jeep Safari to see one horned Rhino and many more dangers and endangers animals and birds. You will be able to go down the river in a canoe then jungle walk and after lunch jeep safari. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel Jungle Crown or Safari Adventure Lodge)

          After breakfast at hotel, drive to Pokhara, evening 1 hour boating at fewa lake. Free time shopping or walking around lake side. Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel City INN or Mount view Pokhara)

            Get up early in the morning and drive to sarankot to see Himalaya view and sunrise view. Back to hotel have a breakfast, visit Tallest shiva temple, world peace pagoda, Bindabasini Temple, Davi’s fall, Gupteshwar Cave, Regional Museum, Seti River Gorge (the place to see white river). Overnight at 3-star hotel (Hotel City INN or Mount view Pokhara)

              After breakfast drive to Kathmandu (approx... 6 hrs. drive) on the way you will enjoy the Himalayas nature, in the evening provide the farewell dinner with Nepal cuisine and dancing. Overnight at (Kathmandu Business Hotel or the address Kathmandu Hotel)

                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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