Multi-country tours

Nepal & Bhutan

Two Himalayan kingdoms in eight days: Kathmandu's Durbar Squares and stupas, then Bhutan's dzongs in Thimphu and the climb to Paro's Tiger's Nest.

Trip at a glance

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Starts inKathmandu
RouteKathmandu · Paro · Thimphu
Places3 destinations
CountryNepal
Ideal forMulti-country tours, Cultural holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-KKE7L7

Best time to visit: October to November and March to April

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Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) – Paro

Trip overview

Two Himalayan kingdoms in eight days: Kathmandu's Durbar Squares and stupas, then Bhutan's dzongs in Thimphu and the climb to Paro's Tiger's Nest.

The route spends 3 nights in Kathmandu, 2 nights in Paro and 2 nights in Thimphu, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits multi-country tours and cultural holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Pashupatinath TempleBoudhanath StupaSwayambhunathTiger's Nest (Taktsang)Rinpung DzongNational Museum (Ta Dzong)Tashichho DzongBuddha DordenmaMemorial Chorten

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive via Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Swayambhunath: Monkey temple overlooking the city

Day 2Kathmandu: Kathmandu Durbar Square and Boudhanath Stupa

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Royal palace square
Boudhanath Stupa: One of the largest stupas in the world

Day 3Kathmandu: Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square

Bhaktapur: Medieval city
Patan Durbar Square: Newar architecture

Day 4Kathmandu to Paro

Travel from Kathmandu to Paro and cross into Bhutan by road or train, or fly where it saves time (we compare options in your quote)
Check in at your Paro hotel
National Museum (Ta Dzong): Watchtower museum

Day 5Paro: Kyichu Lhakhang and Chele La Pass

Kyichu Lhakhang: Ancient temple
Chele La Pass: High pass views

Day 6Paro to Thimphu

Travel from Paro to Thimphu by private vehicle
Check in at your Thimphu hotel
Weekend market

Day 7Thimphu: Tashichho Dzong and Buddha Dordenma

Tashichho Dzong: Seat of government
Buddha Dordenma: Giant seated Buddha

Day 8Depart from Thimphu

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Paro (PBH) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Visa applications sequenced for each country
Short flights or trains between countries chosen to save time
Currency and SIM tips for each country
Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Kathmandu: Book the Everest flight for your first morning so there is a back-up day if weather cancels it.
Paro: Do the Tiger's Nest hike on your last full day, when you are acclimatised.
Thimphu: Visit the Memorial Chorten in the early morning to join locals circling it.

At a glance

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Route: Kathmandu, Paro, Thimphu
Ideal for: Multi-country tours, Cultural holidays
Best time: October to November and March to April; March to May and September to November
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-KKE7L7

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 7 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Kathmandu: October to November and March to April. Paro: March to May and September to November. Thimphu: March to May and September to November.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Kathmandu (Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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