Summary
An epic journey that traverses countries, cultures and religions with stunning scenery|Discover the Indian foothills of the Himalaya and peaceful Darjeeling|Delve into Bhutan, a Buddhist nation where success is measured in Gross Domestic Happiness
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- Join Trip In Kolkata
- Day 2
- Explore Kolkata"S Temples And Historic Buildi...
- Day 3
- Discover More Of Kolkata-Visit Belur Math And...
- Day 4
- Search For Wildlife In Sundarbans
- Day 5
- Cruise Through Narrow Creeks To Dobanke Wildl...
- Day 6
- Return To Kolkata For Journey To Darjeeling
- Day 7
- Continue Journey To Darjeeling
- Day 8
- Visit Tiger Hill For Views Over The Himalayas
- Day 9
- Ride The Toy Train To Ghoom Monastery
- Day 10
- Drive To Pelling And Evening Walk To Sanga Ch...
- Day 11
- Visit The Chenrezig Singkham Riwo Potala Comp...
- Day 12
- Explore Sikkim"S Former Capital And Drive To ...
- Day 13
- Visit To A Tibetan Craft Centre
- Day 14
- Drive To Kalimpong Via Rumtek Monastery
- Day 15
- Pass Through Tea Estates And Enter Bhutan
- Day 16
- Discover Thimpu"S Tashichho Dzong
- Day 17
- Cross Dochu La Pass En Route To Punakha
- Day 18
- Visit The Riverside Dzong And Drive To Paro
- Day 19
- Hike To The Tiger"S Nest Monastery
- Day 20
- Fly To Kathmandu
- Day 21
- Trip Ends In Kathmandu
Countries (3): Bhutan, India, Nepal
Rivers: Ganges
Travel Cities (9): Darjeeling, Dochula Pass, Gangtok, Jalpaiguri, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Paro, Punakha, Thimpu
Details
From Kolkata to Kathmandu, via vibrant Bhutan - this tour traverses countries, cultures and religions. Journey through the foothills of the Himalayas and peaceful Darjeeling, passing by temples and tea plantations along the way. Delve into the happiest place on earth, Bhutan, and take a step closer to Buddhism. All before arriving at the heart of Nepal and the addictive chaos of Kathmandu.
Explore North East India - From busy cities to sleepy villages, famous sleeper trains and historic steam trains - experience all this iconic region has to offer.
Delve into Bhutan - Learn about the land that measures its success in 'Gross Domestic Happiness', visiting religious sites and areas of stunning natural beauty.
Finish up in Kathmandu - End the tour in the chaotic capital of Nepal, exploring Durbar Square and the Pashupatinath Temple.
Chitwan wildlife extension - extend your holiday and try your luck spotting rhinos, crocodiles, sloth bears and tigers in Chitwan National Park.