India, Nepal and Bhutan Tour
India Nepal Bhutan tour offers you the chance to experience the combination of India, Nepal and Bhutan. Visit India's Golden Triangle Delhi, the capital city, Agra, the home of Taj Mahal and Jaipur, the pink city. Beyond the Gates of every temple and every palace there exists a feeling a passion a spirituality that can only be experienced as you wander the many streets of India home of the millions of Gods. Then head to Nepal where you will visit the city of Kathmandu and explore Durbar Square's landmarks: The Lion Gate, The Golden Gate, The Palace of Fifty-five Windows, The Art Gallery and The Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla. Stand in awe at the immensity of the shadow of the mountains that surrounds in the many Valleys of Nepal. Proceed and head to Bhutan and visit the city of Paro. Discover Memorial Chorten Himalayas, including Bhutan's highest mountain, Gangkar Punsum and more. Enter the Dragons den as you explore its hordes of countless treasures and jewels that are Bhutan. Enjoy this India Nepal Bhutan Tour!
- Facilitator for assistance on initial arrival and final departure
- Accommodation at listed hotels in Twin / Double sharing basis
- 1 Night accommodation in Delhi at listed hotel on bed and Breakfast basis
- 1 Night accommodation in Agra at listed hotel on bed & Breakfast basis
- 2 Nights accommodation in Jaipur at listed hotel on bed & Breakfast basis
- 1 Night accommodation in Delhi at listed hotel on bed & Breakfast basis
- 3 Nights accommodation in Kathmandu at listed hotel on bed & Breakfast basis
- 2 Nights accommodation in Thimphu at listed hotel on full board basis
- 1 Night accommodation in Punakha at listed hotel on full board basis
- 2 Nights accommodation in Paro at listed hotel on full board basis
- Battery Van ride or Tonga ride (subject to permission) from parking to Taj Mahal entry gate
- Enjoy Jeep ride / Elephant ride to climb up to Amber Fort, Jaipur
- Demonstration of Carpet weaving and block printing in Jaipur
- Enjoy paddle Rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, Delhi
- 01 Bottled mineral water during long drives
- Garlanding upon arrival in India
- Demonstration of Marble craftsmanship in Agra
- English speaking local guides as per the program
- Shoe covers at the Taj Mahal
- Monument entrance fees
- Taxes
- International Airfare
- Flight India - Nepal - Bhutan (Delhi - Kathmandu - Paro)
- Entry visa to India
- Any optional tours
- Personal spendings
- Tipping
Day 1: New Delhi Arrival
Upon your arrival in Delhi, you will be Greeted and Escorted by our Memphis Tours Executive to your Hotel and then check in. Your India Nepal Bhutan Tour will begin from India!
Day 2: Agra Tour
Day 3: Welcome Jaipur
After breakfast, you will be driven to Jaipur. After checking in, your day is at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Jaipur Tour
After breakfast, enjoy the full day visit of Jaipur City. Visit the Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal. In the evening enjoy Aarti Ceremony in Birla Mandir, which is a very auspicious Hindu ritual in which they offer their prayers (traditional Hindi song) to God.
After that, back to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Half Day Delhi City Tour
After breakfast, you will be driven to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to your hotel. Later enjoy half day sightseeing of New Delhi. Begin With India Gate and Govt Buildings. Then you will have a photo stop at Rashtrapati Bhawan once the Viceroy's residence is now the official residence of the President of India. Later, you will Visit the Humayun's Tomb. After enjoying your day, you will return back to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Welcome Kathmandu
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Delhi airport to board flight for Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Kathmandu Tour
After breakfast, enjoy sightseeing of Kathmandu. You will begin with Patan City and visit Patan Durbar Square. Then, you will visit Tibetan Refugee Camp.
Afterwards, you will visit Swoyambhunath, the four seeing eyes of Swoyambhunath Stupa. Then, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square which is a complex of palaces, courtyards, and temples. Discover Kumari temple and Kasthamandap. After enjoying your day, you will return to your hotel.
After enjoying your day, you will return to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Proceeding Kathmandu
After your breakfast, enjoy city tour Kathmandu. You will visit Bhaktapur City Bhaktapur Durbar Square to explore The Lion Gate, The Golden Gate, The Palace of Fifty-five Windows, The Art Gallery and The Statue of King Bhupatindra Malla. Then, you will visit Boudhanath which is among the largest stupas in South Asia. Afterwards, you will move to Pashupatinath which is the holiest Hindu pilgrimage destination in Nepal. See Guheswari Temple, Rajrajeswari Temple, Gorakhnath temple, and the courtyard of Biswarup. Proceed to see The Bagmati River flows close by and the Arya Ghat cremation grounds.
After enjoying your day, you will return to your hotel and overnight in Kathmandu.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Arrival Paro
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kathmandu airport to board flight for Paro. In Paro, you will be met by your Bhutanese guide and transferred to Thimphu that takes an hour. First, you will visit Tashichho Dzong, a fortress that serves as the office of the King. Then, visit Memorial Chorten, Zilukha Nunnery, Takin Sanctuary, the Paper Factory. After that, you will visit Sangaygang View Point (Telecom Tower) where there's a wonderful view of Thimphu valley from the hillside.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Thimphu Village and Markets
After breakfast, drive towards the northern end of the valley. Walk through the village along the track to Pangri Zampa gompa, by the river and descend to the bottom of the hill to be taken back to Thimphu.
In the late afternoon/evening, you will be driven to the site of Colourful Weekend Market.
Overnight at your hotel in Thimphu.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Punakha Tour
In the morning you will drive to Punakha, an old winter capital of Bhutan. En-route stop at Dochu La Pass, to view the eastern Himalayas, including Bhutan's highest mountain, Gangkar Punsum.
Afternoon, you will visit one of the most impressive Punakha Dzong and later hike to the Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of Divine Madman. Afterwards, you will see Punakha Dzong or Pungthang Dechen Phodrang "Palace of Great Happiness" which is located at the confluence of two rivers (Phochu and Mochu). After that, you will visit Chimi Lhakhang that was built by lama Drukpa Kunley.
After enjoying your day, you will return back to your hotel and overnight at Punakha.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Paro Sightseeing Tour
After breakfast, you will be driven to Paro. First, you will visit Kichu Lhakhang. After that, you will visit Dungtshe Lhakhang; you may or may not be permitted inside but can walk around this three storey Chorten-type building. Then, you will visit Paro Rinpung Dzong.
After enjoying your day, you will go to your hotel and Overnight in Paro.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 13: Paro Tour
In the morning hike to the Tiger’s nest. You can also take a pony ride to halfway to the most highlighted Buddhist temple in the entire Himalayas. Start with Taktshang, Tiger's Nest or Tiger's Lair as it often referred to for Taktshang Pelphung monastery.
After visiting Taktshang monastery, there is many shrines, most tours schedule lunch at the Cafeteria upon return. After lunch, retrace back to the road-head where you started in the morning (note that proper walking boots are recommended for this hike.) Further, if you have more time and ready for the more challenging day, there are several monasteries, temples, retreat houses in the surrounding area of Taktshang. Then, move to Drukgyel Dzong ruin that is located north of Paro town, near the end of the paved road.
After enjoying your day, you will overnight in your hotel in Paro.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 14: Final Departure
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Paro airport to board flight back home.