Nepal Tibet Bhutan Tour introduces Himalayan culture, religion and nature.  Highlights are the breathtaking flight over the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest, while flying between the incomparable Himalayan countries.

  1. Route 01 China/Beijing – Tibet – Nepal  – Bhutan – Bangkok or Delhi or Singapore
  2. Route 02Nepal – Tibet – Paro Bhutan – Kathmandu/ Nepal
  3. Route 03Bangkok – Paro /Bhutan- Kathmandu/Nepal – Lhasa- Beijing/ or Chengdu or any part of china

Explore Nepal’s capital city of Kathmandu, an unforgettable melting pot of Hindu and Buddhist cultures.  In the local markets and bazaars explore the wealth of Hindu and Buddhist sites as well as charming valley towns such as Bhaktapur, with its well preserved 15th century architecture.

In Lhasa, Tibet’s long forbidden capital city which is 12,000 feet high, you will tour the major monuments, including the legendary gold roofed thousand room Potala Palace.  Then walk pilgrim trails, hike up to ancient ridge-top monasteries, meet a colorful array of people, from nomads to lamas, and delight in some of the most majestic scenery on earth.  Come take a step back in time and join us on this enriching journey for an eye opening look into traditions and cultures far removed from those in the West.

Another spectacular flight brings you to the tiny Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan where you will fee time has stood still.  Explore the pastoral back roads of Bhutan, a true bastion of tradition in an uncertain world.  You will visit the Shangri-La setting of the Paro Valley, the central Bhutanese town of Punakha, with its huge, spectacular monastery set by the river, and the capital city of Thimpu.

Nepal Tibet Bhutan Tour use expert local guides, private vehicles and convenient and authentic hotels.  We try our best to make your visit as comfortable as possible.  Local ceremonies are happening everywhere.  If you choose to travel during the festival season, please let us know.  We will provide you with a list of festivals and our guides and drivers are happy to oblige.  Our festivals are based on the lunar calendar.

How to start Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan Tour?  There are many flights from the Middle East, China, India, Bangkok, Singapore and Malaysia.  Plan in advance.  A minimum of two months in advance is suggested, and many of our travelers book at least six months prior. Special Nepal Tibet and tour package.

Nepal Tibet Bhutan Tour attractions;

  • Experience the ancient palaces, stupas and temples of the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal
  • Fly over Mt. Everest and the Himalaya Range between Nepal and Bhutan
  • Explore the highlights of the Tibetan heartland around Lhasa and the Potola Palace of the Dalai Lama
  • Enjoy the enchanting valleys of Paro, Thimpu and Wangdu/Punakha

Best tours in Himalaya Everest Base Camp Helicopter Tour , Bhutan culture tour and Everest base camp trekking.

The 14 Days Nepal Tibet Bhutan Tour lets you experience the magnificence of three majestic nations all at once! The tour is a beautiful amalgamation of the best cultural and historical sites of three major countries.
You will start with a tour of the authentic art and culture of Nepal as you visit the UNESCO Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Likewise, the tour also presents you with views of the towering mountains via flights to/from Lhasa and to/from Paro.
Flying over the Himalayas is nothing less than breath-taking and the aerial scenes of the mountain peaks make for quite an enjoyable and thrilling flight experience.
The Nepal Tibet Bhutan Tour takes you to Lhasa- a place of wonder. Owning to its wild landscape and unique Tibetan culture, Lhasa is as exotic as it gets in Asia. The artistic Buddhist-influenced monasteries in Lhasa hold historical treasures that date back centuries.
Lhasa also presents a unique aspect of life that you can experience in the city’s myriad of marketplace and alleyways that form a criss-cross of small road networks extending from holy temples and monasteries. Moreover, the trip also takes you to Everest Base Camp via the Tibetan side.
The tour takes you to Thimpu- the capital of Bhutan, where you can experience traditional architecture and ancient historical monuments. You will get to visit some elegant buildings in the capital, which include Tashichho Dzong, Drubthob Gompa (Zilluka nunnery), Tango Gompa, and Memorial Chorten among others.

Similarly, Bhutan also presents beautiful landscapes and cultural heritage. Due to Bhutan’s seclusion and remote nature for the longest time, the country has a preserved sense of natural beauty and vibrant culture in its original state.
The lush landscapes, the wild Himalayas and the unique culture of Bhutan have made it one of the top destinations for cultural tours in Asia. You will be visiting many cultural sites of the country, like the Paro Taktshang Monastery, the Punakha Dzong and the Rinpung Dzong among many others.
We, at Himalaya Holiday Service, have been accompanying tourists around the nation for over a decade now. Our staffs and guide provide the very best services so that your tour is full of enjoyment. Also, we provide top-class facilities for private transportation and comfortable accommodation.

Trip highlights
Visit the Sera Monastery and the Drepung Monastery at Lhasa
Visit the Potala Palace and the Norbulingka Palace in Tibet
Explore the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Marketplace
Sightsee at Kathmandu’s major UNESCO Heritage Sites, like the Pashupatinath Temple
Visit the three major Durbar Squares of the Kathmandu City
Sightseeing of Paro valley that includes the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, the Kiychu Lhakhang Temple and the Rinpung Dzong
Thimpu sightseeing tour that includes the Tashichho Dzong and the Memorial Chorten
Punakha sightseeing, which includes the Punakha Dzong and the Chimi Lhakhang.

Key Information
Country Visa and Entry Procedure for Bhutan
All visitors traveling to Bhutan have required a Visa, except for visitors from India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. The Bhutanese visa is processed through an online system by a licensed Bhutanese Tour Operator directly or through a foreign Travel Agent. A photo-page of the passport is required to be sent to the tour operator, who will then apply for the visa. The Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB) will then process the visa once the full payment of the Bhutan Holiday (including a USD 40 visa fee) has been wire transferred and received in the TBC Bank Account. The visa clearance will be processed within 72 working hours once the payment is received. The visa clearance letter is required at the entry point to Bhutan, and then the visa will be stamped onto the passport.


Visa and Entry Procedure for Tibet
According to the Chinese Immigration Rule, application for both China Group Tourist Visa and Tibet Visa (also called the Tibet Travel Permit) is required for travelers who enter from Nepal. The Travel Agency takes care of the procedure; you will then be required to sign the tour contract by paying a certain deposit amount and submitting an image of your passport. The travel consultant will then gather your information and submit it for your Tibet Permit Application to the Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). It takes about 8 to 9 business days for the issue of your Tibet Travel Permit and for the Visa Invitation to be sent to the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu. It is also important to note that Chinese embassies will not issue a visa if your passport has less than six months’ validity remaining.


Best Season for Tibet and Bhutan Tour
The best time to visit is during the spring and the autumn seasons. The spring occurs from April to May and the autumn season takes hold from September to October. There is very little rainfall during these months and thus, tours are not interrupted by bad weather. Visibility is clear and the temperatures also become quite suitable.


Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is highly recommended while traveling to Tibet and Bhutan. It is highly recommended to have a travel insurance policy that covers theft, loss and medical problems. It is also important to get travel insurance that will cover the cost if you are forced to cancel your tour because of various reasons, like flight cancellations, illness, injury or death of close ones. This can help you to be protected against major losses due to Bhutan’s prepayment conditions and hefty cancellation charges. Similarly, it is useful to have trip-and-flight-cancellation insurance for Tibet for possible cases where the travel agency can’t get permits in time or when permits get lost or delayed in the post. If this happens, then you will not be allowed to board your flight to/from Tibet.


Banking, ATM, and Money in Tibet and Bhutan
ATMs are located in all major cities across Bhutan, where the Visa or MasterCard can be used to withdraw money. The currency of Bhutan is called the Bhutanese ngultrum (Nu). While in Bhutan, all tourists are required to pay US$250 per person per day (US$200/day from December to February and June to August).

It includes lodging, transportation, a guide, food and entrance fees, as well as a $65 royalty that goes to the government of Bhutan. Extra charges can come in the form of other miscellaneous activities or expenses, like hot-stone baths, cultural shows, horse riding, rafting, mountain bikes, and tips. Similarly, the Renminbi (RMB) is the legal currency of Tibet. Only the Bank of China offers foreign exchange services and facilities in Tibet. Certain up-market hotels (Lhasa Hotel, the former Holiday Inn, and Tibet Hotel among others) also exchange currencies. The Bank of China, with the main office and several sub-branches in Lhasa, cashes all travelers’ checks. On the other hand, only the main office offers cash advances on major credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club, and Amex). The Bank of China Shigatse office, near the Shigatse Hotel, also provides travelers’ checks exchange services.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What kind of clothing is appropriate for Tibet and Bhutan?
You can pack casual clothing and wear layered clothing. During the day time, you may need T-shirts or cotton shorts- either long or short-sleeved. Also, bring a pair or two of the jacket. If you are traveling further than Lhasa to Shigatse, then you may need to bring Sun Blocking cream, Sunglasses, lip protector, warm cotton trousers, thermal underwear, woolen clothes, hats, gloves, sandals, towel, sleeping bag, and a rain jacket.

What’s the food like during the tour?
As for meals, Bhutanese food is mainly characterized by their extensive use of chili and cheese. The national food of Bhutan is a dish called Aema Datsi, whereas the staple food is rice and vegetables with an abundant amount of chili; the chili is used rather as a vegetable than a spice in many of Bhutan’s dishes. One such dish popular in Bhutan is the Emadatse- a dish made entirely of chilies mixed with cheese.
Likewise, Nepal also presents unique and traditional meals. Kathmandu has a variety of restaurants that present continental cuisines; standard Chinese or Indian dishes are also available in many restaurants in the capital.
Similarly, Tibetan cuisine includes the culinary traditions with influences from neighboring countries like India and Nepal. Tibetan food is known for its use of noodles, goat meat, yak, mutton, dumplings, cheese (yak or goat milk cheese), butter, yogurt, and soups.

Are there any etiquettes and Taboos in Bhutan or Tibet?
You have to dress modestly (no shorts or short skirts) when visiting Dzongs, monasteries and temples. You must take off your hat and sunglasses before you join a monastery. You are also required to remove your shoes occasionally. You should walk clockwise around monastery, stupas, prayer wheels and prayer walls. It is also forbidden to take photos in most monasteries and dzongs.


Do I need vaccination while traveling to Tibet and Bhutan?
Although no specific vaccinations are required for traveling to Tibet or Bhutan, it is always to consult your doctor beforehand. Some of the vaccines that are advised to all travelers are Hepatitis A, Typhoid and Hepatitis B among others. You can also visit the given links to have more info at http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/ or http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/vaccinations.htm

Itinerary

Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan Tours provide cultural tours of the Himalayas which include highlights of Kathmandu, Lhasa and Paro in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan respectively.  You will explore the history, culture, religion as well as arts and crafts of these three Himalayan countries.

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport.

    Upon arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you will obtain your Nepal visa. You will need $40 cash and 2 passport size photos per person.  After claiming your baggage you will be met by your guide and taken to your hotel.  Overnight in Kathmandu.

  2. Day 2

    Kathmandu Tours (B)

    Your Tibet visa will be processed today.  Explore the Kathmandu Valley including the Pashupatinath Temple--- the holistic Hindu temple, the Boudhanath Stupa—one of the largest stupas in the world, and Bhaktapur---the 9th century city.  You will also visit a traditional painting school where you will discover the underlying meaning of the dying Nepalese art.  Overnight in Kathmandu.

  3. Day 3

    Kathmandu sightseeing (B)

    Explore ancient Patan city, one of the three main cities of the valley which is renowned as a city of arts and crafts.  The main highlight of Patan are Durbar Square, ancient temples, the Tibetan refugee camp and the Patan industrial area.  Enjoy the afternoon shopping for souvenirs or visit more sights with your guide. Overnight in Kathmandu.

  4. Day 4

    Fly to Lhasa, Tibet (B)

    Upon arrival at Lhasa’s Gongar airport, you will be met and welcomed by your Tibetan guide and taken to your hotel.   Walk around Lhasa, a city with an altitude of 3,550 meters (12,000 feet) located at the foot of Mount Gephel.  Lhasa is the administrative capital of the Tibetan plateau.  This ancient city is best known as the home of the Dalai Lama’s Potala Palace.  In the early 7th century King Srongtsen Gompo unified the many local tribes.  After unification he moved the capital from Yarlung to Lhasa and constructed Potala Palace.  Visit centuries old Buddhist monasteries, palaces and busy Barkhor Street, the famous local market area.  Approximately 300,000 people live in the Lhasa area.  Lhasa means “Place of the Gods”.  Here, the major religion is Tibetan Buddhism.  Locals call it by another name, “Sunlit City.”  Bring warm clothing as a cold wind runs through the city.  The annual average temperature is 7 degrees Celsius. Overnight in Lhasa.

  5. Day 5

    Explore Lhasa (B)

    Explore Potala Palace, Sera Monastery and Jokhang Temple. Legendary Potala Place is located at the top of Red Hill with the best view of Lhasa city.  Potala has two parts: the first part is the White Place and the second is the Red.  It was originally built for mediation in the 7th century by King Srongtsen Gompo.  Years later the 5th Dalai Lama renovated it by completing the white and red wing in 1694.  Now, Potala Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site and open to visitorsa.  You can visit various chapels, the gallery, the tombs of the Dalai Lamas and the official chapel of the 14th Dalai Lama until 1959. Sera Monastery is a famous historic religious site.  Built in 1419 by a student of Tsongkhapa, it is one of the three largest monasteries in Lhasa, the others being Ganden and Drepung.  It is a major center for the Gelukpa sect of Buddhism.  Sera Monastery is 2 miles from the center of Lhasa.  During the cultural revolution of 1959 the monastery was damaged and many monks were killed.  It has been rebuilt and open for visitors. The heart of Lhasa is Jokhang Temple, the spiritual center.  It was constructed by King Srongtsen Gompo, Queen Bhrikuti and Wencheng.  This mysterious temple is located in Barkhor Square and is a UNESCO World Heritage site.  The monastery s a fusion of Nepalese and Tibetan art with architecture on wood and metal. Overnight in Lhasa.

  6. Day 6

    Explore Lhasa (B)

    Today visit Drepung Monastery, Mentshikang (Tibetan medicine center) and Norbulingka Palace. The largest monastery in Tibet, Drepung Monastery lies 6 km west of Lhasa.  The construction of this Galukpa center began in 1415.  In this shelter of thousands of monks you will visit the prayer hall, meeting hall, kitchen which prepared meals for 7,000 monks and more chapels. Tibetan Medicine Center (Mentsikhang Institute) was built in 1916, but the medical history goes back to the 3rd century BC.  It is a Tibetan traditional health treatment center and the center for research for orthopedics. Surgery, pediatrics and internal medicine. The Dalai Lama’s summer home is Norbulinka Palace which was constructed in 1755 and includes an enormous park.  There is a prayer hall and beautiful paintings and art work inside the palace.  This UNESCO site is located near Potala Palace, west of Lhasa city. Overnight in Lhasa.

  7. Day 7

    Optional excursion to Yamdok-Tsho Lake outside Lhasa (B)

    After an early breakfast, drive to Yamdok-Tsho Lake.  Enjoy the magnificent views and return to Lhasa in the evening. Yamdrok-Tsho Lake is one of the holiest lakes in Tibet.  It is located on the Friendship Highway to Kathmandu, while the road goes up to Kambala Pass (4800 meters).  You will enjoy the view from the pass and the incredible turquoise blue lake. Overnight in Lhasa.

  8. Day 8

    Flight to Kathmandu (B)

    Take a panoramic flight over the Himalayas to Kathmandu, Nepal.  After immigration formalities, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.  In the afternoon visit the UNESCO monuments of the Kathmandu /valley. Overnight in Kathmandu.

  9. Day 9

    Fly to Bhutan and drive to Thimphu (B/D) KB

    Transfer to Kathmandu International Airport for a one hour 15 minute flight to Paro.  Your Bhutanese guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Thimphu.  Depending on arrival time you can do some touring or rest and have an early start the next morning. Overnight in Thimpu.

  10. Day 10

    Thimpu sightseeing (B/L/D)

    Today you will explore the National Library, Heritage Museum, the 3rd King’s memorial stupa, a paper factory, art school, wood carving school and the largest statue of Buddha, the Takin’s zoo, a traditional medicine institute, to name a few of the stops on the agenda. Overnight in Thimpu.

  11. Day 11

    Thimpu to Punakha excursion and back (150 kilometers) 7 hours (B/L/D)

    After an early morning breakfast, drive to the famous Dochula Pass (3,102 meters) where you will have the opportunity to enjoy a view of the Himalaya Range.  Walk around 108 stupas and take some amazing photos.  Drive to Punakha Zong and time permitting, visit the Fertility Temple via rice field terraces. Overnight in Thimpu.

  12. Day 12

    Thimpu to Paro (B/L/D)

    After breakfast return to Paro and hike to Taktshang, also known as the Tiger’s Nest. Taktsang Monastery is the holiest monument for Mahayana Buddhists.  It is built on a steep hillside in the valley of Paro.  Originally constructed in 1692 around the Taktsang cave where Guru Padmasambhava is believed to have meditated for 3 years, 3 months, 3 days and 3 hours in the 8th century.  Guru Padmasambhava is credited with introducing Buddhism to Bhutan and Tibet. Overnight in Paro.

  13. Day 13

    Fly to Kathmandu (B)

    After a breathtaking flight over the Himalayas, arrive in Kathmandu.  Your guide will transfer you to your hotel.  Explore more of Kathmandu, if time permits. Overnight in Kathmandu.

  14. Day 14

    Departure (B)

    Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Cost & Dates

Price Details Land cost will be charged in USD per person.  It covers the services mentioned below.  Please request a price quote by choosing the standard of accommodations.

Cost Includes

  • Double occupancy in listed hotels in Tibet, Bhutan and Nepal. Breakfast in Tibet and Nepal and 3 meals per day in Bhutan
  • Land transportation by car in Bhutan and Nepal, 4 wheel drive in Tibet
  • English speaking local guides
  • Entrance fees
  • Bhutan travel permit, Bhutan single entry visa, Tibet travel permit, Tibet single entry visa processing

Price Doesn't Include

  • Meals other than indicated
  • Nepal visa $40 each plus two passport size photos
  • Alcohol, internet, telephone service
  • Gratuity to guides and drivers
  • All lunches and dinners in Tibet and Nepal
  • Extra cost due to weather disturbances, political unrest, flight cancellations
  • Rescue evacuation
  • Medical insurance
  • Flight tickets to and from home
  • Cost of the flights are calculated extra

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Reviews





Bob Review submitted - May 23, 2019

Nepal Tibet Bhutan tour

Hi Rajan – Thanks again for a most awesome trip that you made possible! As a follow-up, Gail and I would like to share some friendly thoughts regarding our experiences. The entire time we spent in Nepal was wonderful. Paras is a gem – a great guide in many ways. The driver was also very friendly and did a fine job. The Hotel was a total winner. The room was okay, nothing special, but there was a lovely pool area that Gail and I were able to find refuge on many afternoons.from the “craziness” (in a good way) of the City. Poolside food service and the Hotel’s buffet breakfasts were excellent. The food was okay, but the menu never changed during the six or seven days we were there and the selection of Western-style food was limited. The entire hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Moving along, our trip to Bhutan was very nice, and it was very special meeting the King, but the overall experience was so-so compared to Nepal. We had a very nice guide who we liked a lot, so it wasn’t anything to do with her. The food we had during our stay at the Aryia, the TNG, and the restaurants we went for lunch and dinner, was not to our taste at all. Breakfast buffets at both hotels were stingy and limited in variety for Western palates. In two places we shared tables with total strangers, which we would have preferred not doing. On our first night in Bhutan we were seated in an empty local restaurant with two women (that hadn’t met before either) that I believe were clients of your Bhutan tour affiliate. To Gail and me the food was terrible. So was the rice wine. The two strangers were nice. One final thing. We did not make the climb to the Tigers Nest because of its difficulty. We take some of the blame for that since we were not physically up to it. That said, we had no idea of the distance and altitude gain from ground level to the monastery would be so challenging. If we had, we would have conditioned ourselves better and brought along better equipment. You might want to provide future clients with some more detailed advance warning. In sum, the trip was great. Feel free to use us for any references you may be asked for in the future.
Thanks
BOB Mayer

Review submitted - July 14, 2018

Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet Tour

Our trip went smoothly even though it was the monsoon time. Dipak planned everything for us in advance, we loved his itinerary. Assigned guide in all places were excellent. Our drivers were always punctual and worked very hard for us. Thank to the team of Himalaya Holiday Service.

Review submitted - September 22, 2017

Most memorable vacation

Dear Rajan,
Thanks so much. It has been a wonderful trip and you have done a great job organizing everything, including making all the changes to ensure that we had a most memorable vacation.
Both guides were great. We enjoyed our time with Sajan in Bhutan and with Paras here in Nepal. They were both very knowledgeable, answering all our many questions, as well as being most pleasant to spend time with.
Everything more than met our expectations. We will recommend you to all our friends. Let us know if your service ever expands to include other countries.
Sincerely,

Email: wsheffield@insightbb.com | lindajsheffield@gmail.com
Phone: 011-859-441-3255
Travel Year: 2017

Linda and Bill Sheffield, Fort Thomas, Kentucky

Review submitted - September 22, 2017

Great Nepal Tibet trip

The trip to both countries were great Jim Potter and Deb Miller, USA

Dear Rajan
Our recent trip to Bhutan and Nepal was excellent and we really appreciated the superb service and attention to detail that you and your guides gave us. From the very beginning we were impressed that you even went to the trouble and expense to call us to make sure we understood some of the intricacies of the scheduling. That was surely above and beyond the call of duty.

You were also very patient and flexible in working with us to achieve all that we wanted to in our short trip while keeping within budget. All in all, you guys did a great job of communicating with us and letting us know what was going on, within a fairly short timeline. We really appreciated it.

The trip to both countries were great, our guides and drivers were wonderful and we saw so much more with your help than we ever could have on our own. We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone needing travel assistance. Thanks again for everything.

Email: millerpotter@gmail.com
Travel Year: 2013

Review submitted - September 22, 2017

Himalayan itinerary Nepal Tibet Bhutan

Himalayan itinerary Nepal Tibet Bhutan

Hi Rajan,
Just wanted to thank you for arranging such a wonderful tour.  Our Himalayan itinerary Nepal Tibet Bhutan was just what we expected.  Even with the change in our itinerary due to Air China changing our flight schedule to Tibet, you were able to modify our itinerary so that everything proceeded without a hiccup.  Our guides in Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal were a wealth of information, spoke good English and were very accommodating.  In addition to showing us all the sights designated on our itinerary, all the guides were able to fit in things that they thought were important and not on the itinerary and we still had enough free time to wander around on our own.   Our trip was a huge success and I would recommend your services to anyone interested in traveling in Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal.
If you have any other travelers that would like to talk to someone about your company’s services, please do not hesitate to have them contact me by email or phone.
Once again, thank you.

 

Glenn Chu, Madera, California, USA

Email: gchu@prodigy.net
Phone: 559 7067446
Travel Year: 2017