Bhutan combination tours: Experience the magic of the Himalayas without limits

Bhutan & Nepal: The Himalayan Classic

This combination is the most logical and popular choice. Kathmandu is one of the most important transit hubs for travel to Bhutan, making a stay in Nepal a wonderful addition to your flight itinerary.

• The Contrast: Experience the vibrant, lively chaos and the incredible density of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley before diving into the deeply relaxed silence and exclusivity of Bhutan.

• Highlights: Boudhanath Stupa and Durbar Square in Kathmandu, paired with the Tiger's Nest Monastery (Taktsang) in Bhutan.

• Logistics: A short, breathtaking flight (approx. 1 hour) connects Kathmandu with Paro. Sit on the left side for the best view of Mount Everest!

• Ideal Travel Duration: 12 to 16 days.

Bhutan & India: From Maharajas to Mountain Monks

India almost completely surrounds Bhutan, allowing for fascinating contrasts and diverse routes—whether overland or by plane.

• The Options: * The Golden Triangle (Delhi, Agra, Jaipur) & Bhutan: Combine the Taj Mahal and the colorful palaces of Rajasthan with the silent monasteries of the Himalayas.

  • Sikkim & Darjeeling & Bhutan: A journey through Northeast India. Experience the famous tea plantations at the foot of Kangchenjunga and travel overland into Bhutan through the border gate at Phuentsholing.

• The Contrast: The incredible intensity, vibrant colors, and volume of India stand in direct contrast to the untouched nature and tranquility of the Bhutanese kingdom.

• Logistics: Excellent flight connections from Delhi or Kolkata to Paro, or an exciting overland border crossing (Phuentsholing/Samdrup Jongkhar).

• Ideal Travel Duration: 14 to 21 days.

Bhutan & Tibet: The Roof of the World

For travelers with a deep interest in spirituality, the combination of Tibet and Bhutan is the ultimate pilgrimage. Both cultures are deeply rooted in Vajrayana Buddhism but have developed in completely different ways.

• The Contrast: The vast, dry, and extremely high-altitude plateaus of Tibet with the imposing Potala Palace in Lhasa, compared to the lush green, forested valleys and fortresses (Dzongs) in Bhutan.

• Highlights: Potala Palace and Jokhang Temple in Lhasa, Mount Everest Base Camp (Tibet side), as well as the Punakha Dzong in Bhutan.

• Logistics: Important: There are no direct flights or open land borders between Tibet and Bhutan. A trip requires Kathmandu (Nepal) as a connecting hub. Tibet also requires a special permit (Tibet Travel Permit), which we will organize for you.

• Ideal Travel Duration: 18 to 24 days (due to the necessary altitude acclimatization in Tibet).