Nepal Sikkim Bhutan Tour

Nepal Sikkim Bhutan Tour is an ideal tour to visit Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan. In the first part of this Tour we visit Nepal. Nepal is the only Hindu Kingdom where middle age traditions and culture are still alive. The Kathmandu Valley of Nepal, which is the cultural and political center of Nepal, is magnificent for its wealth of unique temple. In the second part of this tour we visit Sikkim where travellers are fascinated by its beauty. In the third part of our tour we visit Bhutan. Bhutan is an extraordinary place hardly touched by the hands of time. The Team of Indo Vacations welcome you to visit India, Bhutan and Nepal. This tour can be taken at any time of the year, except from June to August.
 

Day 1: Kathmandu
Around midnight arrival in Nepal. The cosmopolitan city and the capital Kathmandu is the main gateway for travellers to Nepal. Kathmandu Valley is the cultural and political heart of the country. Upon arrival, you are met by an Indo Vacations representative and transferred to the Hotel.

Day 2: Kathmandu
In the morning we start our sightseeing by visiting Durbar Square. Durbar Square is the spiritual heart of Kathmandu. The old royal palace at the centre of the city was surrounded by temples and other important buildings. This is the most important point in Kathmandu to see the culture and religion of Nepal. After visiting Durbar square we visit Swayambhunath. The stupa at Swayambhunath is the most important and oldest site of Buddhist worship in Nepal. Swayambhunath Stupa is famous for the eyes of Buddha which seem to observing the world from all 4 directions. After Swayambhunath we visit Bodhnath. Bodhnath is the largest Stupa of Nepal. Around the octagonal base of Stupa there are 108 images of Buddha where prayer ceremonies of Buddhist Lamas are taking place since over 2000 years.

Day 3: Kathmandu- Paro (by air)
Today we drive to the airport for the flight from Kathmandu to Paro. The rest of the day is free to relax at Paro.

Day 4: Paro
Today we start our day by visiting the National Museum. After the visit of the National museum we go for an excursion to Takstang monastery. In April 1998 a fire destroyed the main structure of Tatiana Monastery, perhaps Bhutan's most photographed and famous site, perched on the side of a cliff 900m (2952ft) above the valley floor. It is also known as 'tiger's nest' because Guru Rinpoche is said to have flown to the site on the back of a tigress in the eighth century. It has been one of the kingdom's most sacred sites ever since, and will be rebuilt in its original style once an auspicious date has been chosen.

Day 5: Paro - Thimphu
Today we drive from Paro to Thimphu.

Day 6: Thimphu
At 7,710 ft in the fertile valley of the Wang chu river, the capital Thimphu is an engaging blend of the old and the new. The capital's most striking visual landmark is the magnificent Taschichho-Dzong, which is the seat of the Royal Government and Central Monastic Body. We visit today the national library to see the collection of rare and precious collection of Buddhism. Today we also visit a painting school and the center of the traditional medicines. In the evening we visit the Taschichho-Dzong and Memorial Chorten.

Day 7: Thimphu - Phuntsholing
Today we will drive from Thimphu to Phuntsholing. The rest of the day at leisure at the hotel.

Day 8: Phuntsholing - Darjeeling
Today we will drive from Phuntsholing to Darjeeling. Darjeeling (place of the thunderbolt) have spectacular scenery. Due to its altitude of 2134 m and soothing temperature in Summer Darjeeling has become a famous hill resort in India.

Day 9: Darjeeling - Ghoom - Darjeeling
In the morning, we will have train ride from Darjeeling to Ghoom monastery. In the afternoon we explore Darjeeling and its surroundings. We visit the village Lablong and the institute of mountaineering where we get the detailed information about the natural surrounding and its habitants of this area.

Day 10: Darjeeling - Pemayangtse
Very early in the morning we drive to Tiger Hill (around 11 km.) to enjoy the sunrise. Tiger hill (2590 m.) is the highest point in this area. There is a breathtaking view of the sunrise on Kanchenjunga. Mount Everest (8842) is also visible on a clear day. The moments of sunrise from Tiger Hill are described by most of the visitors as unforgettable. Later, after having breakfast, drive to Pemayangtse.

Day 11: Pemanyangtse
In the morning visit Pemanyangtse Monastery and Rabdantse Ruins. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 12: Pemanyangtse - Yuksom
In the morning drive from Pemayangtse to Yuksom. On the way visit Khechepori Lake.

Day 13: Yuksom
In the morning visit the throne of the first king of Sikkim and Dhupdi Monastery. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 14: Yuksom - Gangtok
In the morning drive from Yuksom to Gangtok. On the way visit Tashiding Monastery. The Tashiding monastery is nestled on the top of a hill that looms up between the Rathong river and the Rangit river and is surrounded by a profusion of Prayer flags that flutter in the air.

Day 15: Gangtok
Today we visit the unique Research Institute of Tibetology on a hilltop which was established in 1958 to promote research on Tibet and Mahayana Buddhism. Here we will see the biggest collection of Tibetan scripts and an excellent collection of rare Tank has, bronze and cult objects. We also visit Orchid Sanctuary which is laying south of the institute. This Sanctuary contains over 450 indigenous species. Sikkim is considered paradise for orchid lovers. After the visit of sanctuary we walk through the bazaar of Bangkok through the area of old palace and visit the monastery Gylwa. Today, you will also visit the Rumtek monastery. Rumtek monastery was built as a true copy of a Tibetan monastery in recent years.

Day 16: Gangtok - Kalimpong
Today, we will drive from Gangtok to Kalimpong. On the way, you can also enjoy the rafting. Kalimpong, a remote hill station has been a meeting point of the once "three closed lands" on the trade route to Tibet. The beautiful mountain scenery and the abundance of flowers have made Kalimpong an attractive resort. In the evening arrive in Kalimpong. Overnight stay in Kalimpong.

Day 17: Kalimpong
In the morning you will visit Doorpin Monastery and Bazaar in Kalimpong.

Day 18: Kalimpong - Bagdogra - Delhi (by air)
In the morning drive from Kalimpong to Bagdogra to catch flight to Delhi.

Tour Reservation
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Our Services Include:
      Accommodation in double rooms on twin sharing basis with bath and WC in the
         chosen category.
      American/continental Breakfast.
      Services of qualified local guides (English speaking or languages of your choice)
         at every place of sightseeing.
      All Transfers and departures on arrival and departure by Indo Vacations
         representative.
       All Transfers and Sightseeing throughout the tour by an air-conditioned Car with
         driver.

  Exclusions:
      Any Kind of Personal Expenses such as Tips, Laundry, Telephone Bills and Alcoholic
         beverages.
      Camera Fees (Still or Movie).
      Any Flight Charges.
      Monument Entrances.
      Unspecified Meals etc.

   We always look forward for any changes in the itinerary as wished by you for your
   individual trip.