8 Days Nepal Bhutan Tour

Trip Information
  • Trip Duration8 Days
  • DestinationBhutan
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Trip Type Tour
  • Accommodation Hotel / Guest House / Lodge
  • Transport Fly in - Fly Out
Highlights
  • An unforgettable trip to two famous South Asian countries- Nepal and Bhutan

  • Explore rich Nepalese and Bhutanese cultural heritages

  • Enjoy heartwarming hospitality and impressive interactions with the locals

  • Witness breathtaking landscapes and mountain views

  • Learn about Nepalese and Bhutanese traditions, beliefs, history, art, and architecture

  • Visit several museums, art galleries, and local markets

  • Explore centuries-old temples, monasteries, palaces, and stupas

  • Try delicious delicacies, street foods, and local snacks

  • Witness the stunning aerial view of the Himalayan range while flying from Kathmandu to Paro

  • Travel with local guides in both countries

8 Days Nepal Bhutan Tour, Itinerary and Cost for 2025/2026

Join Welcome Nepal Treks for an eight days of adventurous tour in Nepal and Bhutan. Our meticulously curated 7 nights 8 days Nepal Bhutan tour package will present an unforgettable trip to these two beautiful Himalayan nations. You will explore rich Nepalese and Bhutanese cultural heritages, enjoy heartwarming hospitality, and behold breathtaking landscapes.

Traveling to Nepal and Bhutan is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our 8-day tour allows you to experience both countries immersively. You will learn a lot about Nepali and Bhutanese culture, traditions, beliefs, history, art, and architecture. It is an easy tour, so travelers of all ages can join it. We have both group and private tours available.

The journey begins in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our friendly representatives will welcome you to the city. You will spend three days in Kathmandu and fly to Paro (Bhutan) on the fourth day of the tour. You will visit several UNESCO World Heritage Sites with your Nepali guide during your time in Kathmandu.

From the tranquillity of Monkey Temple and Bouddhanath Stupa to the bustle of Kathmandu Durbar Square and Patan Durbar Square, the tour in Kathmandu will be phenomenal. Likewise, you will also visit the significant Hindu pilgrimage site Pashupatinath Temple and medieval Bhaktapur Durbar Square.

To make the tour more special, we have also included a visit to Namo Buddha Monastery and Changu Narayan Temple in our itinerary. Similarly, the lively streets of Thamel, chaotic local markets, the happening nightlife of Kathmandu, and the delicious Nepali food will make the tour even more fantastic.

Talking about Kathmandu's nightlife, it is immaculate. If you love clubbing or hopping from one bar to another, you will love your time in this city. Just be attentive to your surroundings and enjoy your time. We highly recommend travelers try Nepalese foods.

Momos, sekuwa, chatamari, bara, juju dahu, tass, gundruk, yomori, Thakali khana set, and Newari khaja set should be on the top of your food list. You simply cannot leave Nepal without trying these dishes. After your tour, you will take a one-hour flight to Paro.

The flight offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan range. Land in Paro and drive to Thimphu. Now, your journey in Bhutan begins. Bhutan is known for its deep-rooted cultural heritage, natural beauty, spirituality, craftsmanship, and unique GNP (Gross National Happiness) policy.

Away from the skyscrapers, Bhutanese cities coexist with nature. Ancient buildings with intricate traditional Bhutanese architecture are found in every city. You will spend your first night in Thimphu. It is the capital of Bhutan and also the spiritual and economic hub. Paro to Thimphu is only an hour's drive.

So, as per your landing time, you may visit a few tourist sites in Thimphu in the late afternoon/evening. The must-visit places in Thimphu are the National Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Giant Buddha statue, Heritage Museum, Textile Museum, and Paper Factory.

Note that Paro and Thimphu are situated above 2,000 meters above sea level. So, some travelers may feel a bit uneasy because of the high altitude. Therefore, the tour guide will plan the visit to these places depending on how you are feeling.

You will drive to Punakha from Thimphu, visiting the Simtokha Dzong enroute. On the way, cross the famous DochuLa Pass (3,050 m/10,000 ft). From the top of the pass, you can see mountains like Masang Gang, Kangphugang, Terigang, Gangkar Puensum, and others.

Likewise, you can also see 108 memorial stupas made in memory of Bhutanese soldiers who died in a 2003 military operation from the pass. It will be a fantastic drive. In Punakha, you will visit Punakha Dzong, built in the 17th century. Other must-visit landmarks in this city are Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten and Chimi Lhakhang Temple.

Visiting these places will deepen your knowledge of Bhutanese architecture, culture, and art. After exploring Punakha, drive back to Paro. You will have one full day in Paro to explore the popular Taktsang Monastery, aka the 'Tiger's Nest' and other sites like Rinpung Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong, and Kyichu Lhakhang Temple.

Like in Nepal, you will spend your fair share of time exploring local markets, shopping souvenirs, and trying Bhutanese dishes in Bhutan. Your guide will take you to the best places where you can try authentic Bhutanese food.

Major attractions in Nepal and Bhutan during this 8 days cross country tour

Below, we have listed all the places that you will visit in both countries during the 8 days Nepal Bhutan tour.

Nepal

Kathmandu

  • Monkey Temple

  • Pashupatinath Temple

  • Bouddhanath Stupa

  • Kathmandu Durbar Square

  • Patan Durbar Square

  • Bhaktapur Durbar Square

  • Namo Buddha Monastery

  • Changu Narayan Temple

 

Bhutan

Paro

Thimphu

Punakha

  • National Memorial Chorten

  • Tashichho Dzong

  • Giant Buddha statue

  • Heritage Museum

  • Textile Museum

  • Paper Factory

  • Simtokha Dzong

  • Taktsang Monastery

  • Rinpung Dzong

  • Drukgyel Dzong

  • Kyichu Lhakhang Temple

  • Punakha Dzong

  • Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten

  • Chimi Lhakhang Temple

 

Get the best 8 days Nepal Bhutan tour price with Welcome Nepal Treks

Our 8 days Nepal Bhutan tour itinerary and price are both excellent in the market. On top of that, you will also get superb service. We will make sure you have a comfortable and safe stay during your tour in Nepal and Bhutan. Our dedicated local guides will accompany you in both countries, enhancing your trip.

We will take care of Bhutan's travel permit documentation and all necessary reservations. Tourists only have to get the Nepal travel visa on their own. Travelers from many countries can apply for an on-arrival travel visa upon landing at Kathmandu's international airport. Please make sure to check the visa details.

Note that our 8 days Nepal Bhutan tour package does not include the Nepal travel visa fee. Travelers have to bear these expenses by themselves. Also, check our cost includes and excludes section on this page to learn what our package covers and budget the rest of the expenses accordingly.

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 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 at hotel visit Namo Buddha Monastery, Bhaktapur Durbar Square (A Historical site protected by UNESCO then visit Changnarayan Temple. Overnight at Kathmandu.

        After breakfast, you will be dropped to Kathmandu Airport for flight to Bhutan. Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa clearance letter handy. P.P size pictures are no longer required and your visa has been paid.
        Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight at hotel in Thimphu.

          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. Later visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese material culture and living traditions. After lunch visit Handicrafts Emporium which displays wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven 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. Late afternoon drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,080m). Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.

            After breakfast visit PunakhaDzong, Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by ShabdrungNgawangNamgyal to serve as the religious and administrative centre of the region, PunakhaDzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the Dzong has now been fully restored. Then drive to Wangdiphodrang visiting Dzong and local market. The district of Wangdiphodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. After lunch drive to Paro with a short stop at Dochula pass. En route visit SimtokhaDzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627, it now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.

              After breakfast 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. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is acting as the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit RinpungDzong which has a long and fascinating history. 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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