The Land of Buddha – Nepal & Bhutan

Nepal / Bhutan

LJ
Duration: 11 days
Group size: 1 - 15
The Land of Buddha – Nepal & Bhutan
Nepal / Bhutan


Duration: 11 days
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

Embark on a journey of restoration and transformation. Nestled between India and Tibet are the Kingdoms of Nepal and Tibet. Considered to be the   Shangri-la of the East. The rich cultural and artistic heritage of Nepal is synthesized in the capital city of Kathmandu, which lies in a circular valley surrounded by a crown of forest covered hills, south of the Great Himalayas which stand at an altitude of 5,000 feet.  


Revered as the ‘Land of the Thunder Dragon’ or 'Druk Yul,' Bhutan is regarded as a rare, lasting ‘Shangri-La' – celebrated by its remoteness in the Himalayan region and featuring spectacular mountain terrain, varied flora and fauna and uniquely ancient Buddhist monasteries & culture. Experience Singing Bowl Therapy, monastery visits and immersions, Hot Stone Bath, Blessing Ceremony and Astrology session, Butter Lamp offering, Bhutanese Cooking Class ,  and a ceremony including  local costume (Gho & Kira).  Experience new ways of knowing to incorporate into your life. 

What’s included

  • Accomodation
    10 nights accomodation
  • Meals
    26 Meals: 09 breakfast, 07 lunch and 10 dinner - as per the itinerary
  • Transportation
    Transportation in comfortable vehicle
  • Guide / Sightseeing
    English speaking local guide in Kathmandu and accompanying guide in Bhutan. 
  • Domestic flights
    Round Trip Flights Kathmandu-Paro
  • Entrance fees
    All entrance fees to sites and monuments as per the itinerary.
  • Taxes
    All currently applicable taxes, tolls, parking fees, fuel cost and service tax.
  • Government Royalties
    Government Royalties and Taxes ($100 per person per day)
  • Bhutan visa fee
  • Activities
    Hot Stone Bath, Blessing Ceremony, Astrology session, Bhutanese Cooking Class, Trial of local costume (Gho & Kira)

What’s not included

  • International airfare 
  • Insurance
  • Medical emergency
  • Gratuities
    Any gratuities and expense of personal nature like – tipping (to driver / guides/hotel staff), laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic & soft beverages, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical
  • Additional services
    Any services not mentioned in the inclusions

Available Packages

Per person sharing
Deposit:$500
$6,950
Deposit:$500
Single booking
Deposit:$500
$9,750
Deposit:$500


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