Himalayan Architecture - 12 Days

Destination:
Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet
Theme:
Culture
Activity:
Tour
Difficulty:
N/A
Max Altitude:
3,570m / 11,710 ft
Best Season:
February - May / September - November

Discover the Himalayan region through its extraordinary artistic and architectural heritage. This journey takes you from the grand fortresses and monasteries of Bhutan to Nepal’s ancient royal squares and pagodas, and Tibet’s legendary palaces and temples. Immerse yourself in the stories told through intricate woodwork, stone carvings, and ancient paintings, where each location offers a gateway to the artistic legacy that has shaped these civilizations.

  • Explore Bhutan’s Tashichho Dzong and Taktsang Monastery, marveling attheir traditional Bhutanese architecture and spiritual significance.
  • Wander through Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur in Nepal, renowned fortheir exquisite temples, palaces, and ancient craftsmanship.
  • Visit Tibet’s Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple, discovering the richartistic legacy and religious heritage of Tibetan culture.

Day 1 - Arrive in Paro. Drive to Thimphu       

Day 2 - In Thimphu

Day 3 - Sightseeing & drive to Paro

Day 4 - In Paro

Day 5 - Fly to Kathmandu

Day 6 - In Kathmandu

Day 7 - Day excursion to Patan

Day 8 - Day excursion to Bhaktapur

Day 9 - Fly to Lhasa.

Day 10 - Visit Drepung and Sera Monastery

Day 11 - Visit the Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and Barkhor Street

Day 12 - Fly to Kathmandu and final departure

Bhutan Portion

  • Arrival/departure transfers.
  • Meet assistant at the airport.
  • 02 Nights hotel accommodation in Bhutan on twin room occupancy on bed and breakfast plan.
  • All the sightseeing tour and transfers as per the itinerary with English speaking guide.
  • Oneway pony ride till Cafeteria, Taktsang Monastery [For kids].
  • Tourism development fund & Entrance fee in Bhutan.

Nepal Portion

  • Arrival/departure transfers.
  • Meet assistance at the airport.
  • 04 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin room occupancy on bed and breakfast plan.
  • All the sightseeing tours and transfers as per the above program with local English-speaking guide by private vehicle.
  • Pottery in Bhaktapur.
  • All the entrance and monuments fees as indicated in the program.

Tibet Portion

  • All necessary arrival/departure transfers.
  • Meet assistance at the airport.
  • 03 Nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara on twin room occupancy on bed and breakfast plan.
  • Sightseeing tour and all surface transfers in Tibet will be provided as per the itinerary with English speaking Tibetan guide by private vehicle.
  • Tibet Travel Permit.
  • All entrance and monuments fees as indicated in the program.
  • Nepal Visa Fee.
  • Bhutan Visa Fee.
  • Chinese Visa Fee.
  • All International airfares and airport tax [Will be quoted separately].
  • Meals those are not included on the above cost inclusion.
  • Refreshments, bottled drinks.
  • Tipping.
  • Insurance and rescue of any form.
  • Cost arising out of flight cancellation/road blockades/landslides/riots and events beyond our control.
  • Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above program.
  • Photography charges in the monasteries and monuments.
  • Other services & items that are not mentioned in the above program.

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