A sweeping 22-day journey across three Himalayan kingdoms — the temples and jungle of Nepal, the high plateau of Tibet, and the dzongs and monasteries of western Bhutan. This is primarily a Nepal and Tibet trip that finishes in Bhutan: roughly two-thirds of the trip (Days 1-15) is spent in Nepal (Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara) and Tibet/China (Lhasa, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp), before flying into Paro for five nights in Bhutan (Thimphu, Punakha, Paro) from Day 16 to Day 20, then flying back to Kathmandu to end the trip. Every night's hotel is confirmed in whichever country you're actually in that day.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal — this trip starts and ends in Nepal, with flights into Tibet and Bhutan included along the way.
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Day 1 — Arrive in Kathmandu
Airport pickup and hotel transfer in Nepal's capital, with time to settle in.
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Day 2 — Kathmandu UNESCO sites
Visit Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhnath Stupa, Swoyambhunath, and Patan Durbar Square.
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Day 3 — Chitwan National Park
Drive to Chitwan for wildlife viewing and a visit to a local Tharu village with traditional dance.
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Day 4 — Chitwan to Pokhara
Morning elephant safari, then drive to Pokhara with views of Mt. Fishtail and the Annapurna range.
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Day 5 — Pokhara
Sunrise hike at Sarangkot, a city tour, and a boat ride on Lake Phewa.
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Day 6 — Return to Kathmandu
Drive back to Kathmandu ahead of the Tibet flight.
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Day 7 — Fly to Lhasa
Flight into Tibet and an acclimatization day at altitude in Lhasa.
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Day 8 — Lhasa palaces
Visit the Potala Palace, Norbulingka Palace, and Jokhang Temple.
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Day 9 — Lhasa monasteries
Explore Drepung Monastery, Sera Monastery, and the Barkhor Bazaar.
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Day 10 — Lhasa to Shigatse
Scenic drive via Yamdruk Tso Lake with sightseeing in Gyantse en route.
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Day 11 — Shigatse to Rongbuk
Visit Tashilumpo Monastery, then drive to Xegar and Rongbuk Monastery.
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Day 12 — Everest Base Camp
Hike at Everest Base Camp before returning to Shigatse.
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Day 13 — Return to Lhasa
Drive back to Lhasa for a final leisure evening in Tibet.
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Day 14 — Fly back to Kathmandu
Flight from Lhasa back to Kathmandu, Nepal.
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Day 15 — Free day in Kathmandu
A free day in the Nepali capital ahead of the Bhutan leg.
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Day 16 — Fly to Paro, drive to Thimphu
Flight into Bhutan and transfer to the capital, Thimphu.
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Day 17 — Thimphu sightseeing
Visit the Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Monastery, Motithang Takin Preserve, and local craft centers.
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Day 18 — Thimphu to Punakha
Drive to Punakha and visit the fortress of Punakha Dzong.
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Day 19 — Punakha to Paro
Drive to Paro, visiting Simtokha Dzong, Drukgyel Dzong, and the National Museum en route.
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Day 20 — Tiger's Nest hike
Hike to Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery and visit the Kyichu Lhakhang shrine.
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Day 21 — Fly back to Kathmandu
Flight from Paro back to Kathmandu for a final leisure day.
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Day 22 — Departure
Airport transfer in Kathmandu for your international departure flight.
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Departure
The trip ends in Kathmandu, Nepal, with a departure transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM).
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bhutan is the final leg — five nights (Days 16-20) covering Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro. The bulk of the trip (about two-thirds of the nights) is spent in Nepal and Tibet before you ever reach Bhutan.
Yes — Nepal, Tibet (China), and Bhutan each require their own visa or permit. Tibet's permit is arranged as part of the group process and Bhutan's visa is included; confirm Nepal visa requirements for your nationality before booking.
Yes. Lhasa (3,650m), Rongbuk near Everest Base Camp (around 5,000m), and Paro's Tiger's Nest hike (3,120m) all involve real altitude — the Lhasa acclimatization day is built in for this reason.
Trips to Nepal need to be planned at least two weeks before departure, and the Tibet permit process also needs lead time, so earlier booking is strongly recommended for this itinerary.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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