8D7N Best Of Nepal & Bhutan

<p>Arrive Paro, upon arrival meet the driver and transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight in Kathmandu.</p>

<p>After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport for your flight to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Paro</span></span>. Upon arrival in Paro, begin your sightseeing tour with a visit to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Buddha Dordenma</span></span> (Buddha Point), where a giant Buddha statue overlooks the valley and offers breathtaking panoramic views. Continue to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Motithang Takin Preserve</span></span>, commonly known as the Takin Mini Zoo, a small reserve where you can see Bhutan’s unique national animal, the takin, in a natural forested setting.</p>

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<p data-start="0" data-end="1030" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a morning tour in <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Thimphu</span></span>. Begin with a visit to the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">National Memorial Chorten</span></span>, a sacred Buddhist stupa built in memory of Bhutan’s third king. Continue to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Tashichho Dzong</span></span>, an impressive fortress that serves as the seat of the government and the central monastic body. Next, stop at the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Bhutan Post Office Headquarters</span></span> where you will have the opportunity to view and purchase unique Bhutanese commemorative stamps. Visit the <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory</span></span> to learn about the traditional process of handmade paper production. Later, drive to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Punakha</span></span> (approximately 2.5 hours), with a stop at <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Dochula Pass</span></span> to enjoy tea or coffee while taking in the panoramic Himalayan views. Continue your journey with a visit to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Chimi Lhakhang</span></span>, a fertility temple dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley, also known as the “Divine Mad Monk.” Overnight in Punakha.</p>
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<p>Morning visit to Punakha Dzong, which lies between two rivers known as Phochu and Mochu, symbolizing the masculine and the feminine co-existence their currents are of different colors and they unite at this point. Then drive to Thimphu for a brief stop to hunt for souvenirs. Then continue to Paro for overnight stay.</p>

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<p data-start="0" data-end="718" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">After an early breakfast, enjoy a scenic hike of about two hours to the iconic <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Paro Taktsang</span></span> (Tiger’s Nest Monastery), dramatically perched on a rocky cliff with a beautiful cascading waterfall nearby. After the hike, continue to visit <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Kyichu Lhakhang</span></span>, one of the few surviving temples from the original 108 built by the Tibetan King <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Songtsen Gampo</span></span> in the 7th century. Later, visit a traditional <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Bhutanese Farmhouse Experience</span></span> to experience the lifestyle of a local farming family and learn about Bhutanese rural traditions. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show at the hotel before an overnight stay in <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Paro</span></span>.</p>
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<p data-start="0" data-end="712" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Breakfast at the hotel and check out, followed by a transfer to the airport for your flight back to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Kathmandu</span></span>. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, proceed with the day’s sightseeing beginning at <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Bhaktapur Durbar Square</span></span>, a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient temples, palaces, and traditional Newari architecture. Continue to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Nagarkot</span></span> Hill Station, one of the best viewpoints to admire the Himalayan range, including views of <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Mount Everest</span></span> and other snow-capped peaks of eastern Nepal on clear days. Afterwards, check in to the hotel and enjoy free time to relax and take in the scenic surroundings.</p>
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<p>After an early breakfast, wake up to enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas before proceeding with the day’s tour. Visit <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Patan Durbar Square</span></span>, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Patan</span></span>, known for its historic royal palace complex and exquisite Newar architecture. Continue to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Kumari Ghar</span></span> (Kumari House), the residence of the Living Goddess Kumari, where visitors may catch a glimpse of her during specific viewing times (subject to availability; tipping is customary). Next, visit the sacred <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Pashupatinath Temple</span></span>, Nepal’s most important Hindu temple dedicated to <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Shiva</span></span>. Afterwards, explore <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Boudhanath Stupa</span></span>, the largest stupa in Nepal and one of the most significant Buddhist pilgrimage sites in the world. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel for an overnight stay in <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline"><span class="whitespace-normal">Kathmandu</span></span></p>

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