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Your Himalaya tour starts in Nepal with the discovery of the Kathmandu Valley and its divine shrines and stupas. You dive into this country, its history and its rich architectural past. Then we fly to Sikkim, a predominantly Buddhist state in north eastern India, bordering Tibet, Bhutan and Nepal. In Sikkim, you will be immersed in the unique and lush landscapes whose traditions oscillate between Tibetan and Indian cultures.
From Gangtok, the largest town in Sikkim, you continue on your Himalaya tour into southern Bhutan for an unforgettable discovery of this mythical kingdom and its many riches: seductive landscapes and unique architecture, culture and living traditions... A real immersion in the heart of another world with the eternal snows of the Himalayas as the backdrop.
This Himalaya tour invites you to discover the most enchanting and sacred cultural and religious sites of in Nepal and Bhutan. From the stunning Kathmandu Valley to the sublime Takshang Monastery, more commonly known as the ‘Tiger’s Nest’; this program is specially designed to allow you to discover three jewels of the Himalayan world: Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan.
Welcome to Nepal! Your Himalaya tour begins now! Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, your driver will welcome you and bring you to your hotel where you check-in and settle down. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a free afternoon to discover the tourist district of Thamel and Durbar square, the former royal square. Night at the hotel.
Welcome to Nepal! Your Himalaya tour begins now! Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, your driver will welcome you and bring you to your hotel where you check-in and settle down. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a free afternoon to discover the tourist district of Thamel and Durbar square, the former royal square. Night at the hotel.
Your first full day in Nepal will be devoted to visiting Kathmandu and its surroundings. Visit Bodnath, the valley district where Tibetan refugees gathered after the Chinese invasion, and discover its huge stupa, one of the largest in the world, which dates back to the 5th century. The surrounding monasteries, Pashupatinath and Swayambunath offer a chance to get your first taste of the religious spirituality of Nepal. Finally, discover the historic centre of Kathmandu: the huge paved Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with many temples and pagodas, including the Temple of Kumari, which houses the ‘Living Goddess’, a young girl believed to be the incarnation of the Hindu goddess Durga. Night at the hotel.
Your first full day in Nepal will be devoted to visiting Kathmandu and its surroundings. Visit Bodnath, the valley district where Tibetan refugees gathered after the Chinese invasion, and discover its huge stupa, one of the largest in the world, which dates back to the 5th century. The surrounding monasteries, Pashupatinath and Swayambunath offer a chance to get your first taste of the religious spirituality of Nepal. Finally, discover the historic centre of Kathmandu: the huge paved Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with many temples and pagodas, including the Temple of Kumari, which houses the ‘Living Goddess’, a young girl believed to be the incarnation of the Hindu goddess Durga. Night at the hotel.
Wake up early and set out for Patan, ancient capital of Lalitpur. In the afternoon, visit the small town of Bhaktapur and visit the Nyatapola Temple with its five-tier roof. Legend says that the king of Bhaktapur and all the local population would have participated in its construction. The construction of the city of Bhaktapur, also called Bhadgaon, dates from the end of the 17th century. It was once the rice granary of the valley, and today it is a place of great religious devotion. Walk in the streets of the city, observing local wood craftsmen and potters at work. Back to Kathmandu. Night at the hotel.
Wake up early and set out for Patan, ancient capital of Lalitpur. In the afternoon, visit the small town of Bhaktapur and visit the Nyatapola Temple with its five-tier roof. Legend says that the king of Bhaktapur and all the local population would have participated in its construction. The construction of the city of Bhaktapur, also called Bhadgaon, dates from the end of the 17th century. It was once the rice granary of the valley, and today it is a place of great religious devotion. Walk in the streets of the city, observing local wood craftsmen and potters at work. Back to Kathmandu. Night at the hotel.
In the morning, drive to the lovely and quiet village of Bandipur, a charming Newar village located on the top of a ridge. Visit the village and the small temples of Khagda Devi and Mahalaxmi. The absence of motorized traffic and its beautiful renovated houses makes it a living Newar museum where life flows slowly. From the fairground, the panorama of the Himalaya range is extraordinary. There is the possibility to do small walks in the surrounding areas, for example Gurungche Hill, to admire the sunset. Night at the hotel.
In the morning, drive to the lovely and quiet village of Bandipur, a charming Newar village located on the top of a ridge. Visit the village and the small temples of Khagda Devi and Mahalaxmi. The absence of motorized traffic and its beautiful renovated houses makes it a living Newar museum where life flows slowly. From the fairground, the panorama of the Himalaya range is extraordinary. There is the possibility to do small walks in the surrounding areas, for example Gurungche Hill, to admire the sunset. Night at the hotel.
