Explore Nepal and Bhutan’s Himalayan kingdoms, from Kathmandu’s stupas and Bhaktapur’s heritage to Paro’s dzongs, Dochu La vistas and a Phobjikha homestay, capped by the hike to Tiger’s Nest.
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Explore Kathmandu’s Durbar Square and hilltop Swayambunath Stupa.
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Visit Ta Dzong museum and Paro Dzong fortress-monastery.
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Cross Dochu La Pass, gazing at 108 chortens and Himalayan panoramas.
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Explore Punakha Dzong where the Phochu and Mochu rivers meet.
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Explore Phobjikha Valley and visit the hilltop Gangtey Monastery.
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Hike to Taktsang Monastery, the cliffside Tiger’s Nest above Paro.
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Explore Bhaktapur’s medieval squares and join a hands-on pottery class.
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Visit sacred Pashupatinath Temple and the grand Boudhanath Stupa.
Stay in comfortable mid-range hotels throughout, with nights in Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu and Nagarkot, plus an authentic village homestay in Gangtey/Phobjikha. Enjoy hotel stays conveniently located for sightseeing, and the warm hospitality of your Bhutanese hosts during the homestay.