Multi National Tour

Upon arriving in Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu, representative from Real Tour and Travel welcomes you and transfer to hotel. After check in hotel, you take rest and freshen up and have some rest. In evening, a professional tour guide visits you, briefs about trips and suggests some necessary preparedness. We host welcome dinner in the hotel for you and get to now each other. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast our guide takes you to the UNESCO listed world Heritage sites of Kathmandu. Firstly we visit Pashupatinath, the world famous Hindu temple situated in the bank sacred Bagmati River. Built in Pagoda Style aboriginal Nepali style architecture, this temple has various temples of Hindu deities. Famous for the Lord Shiva, Pashupatinath is crowded by Hindu and Buddhist disciples. Though Non Hindus are not allowed to enter in main temple, we can walk around the temple and praise grandiose structures and peaceful environment around. After visiting Pashupatinath we visit the world largest Buddhist Stupa where we are amazed to see gigantic white Stupa flapping with colorful praying flags and illuminated by butter lamp. After lunch we visit other two UNESCO listed heritages sites; Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Kathmandu and Durbar Squares. In late afternoon we drive to Nagarkot where we enjoy Mountain View and enchanting sunset. Overnight in Hotel.

Today get up early morning and hike up to view tower to enjoy mesmerizing Sunrise and panoramic mountain chain including Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal, Rolwaling, Everest and Numbur. After breakfast we walk around the hilly village and encounter with local people and exchange smile and greetings. While returning back to Kathmandu we visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square on the way. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is UNESCO listed heritage which is famous for ancient royal palace, 55 windows palace, peacock window, Nyatpol Temple and Bhiarav Temple. After lunch, we visit another UNSECO listed ancient royal palace, Patan Durbar Square which is well known for Lord Krishna Temple, stone carving, and wood carving. Overnight in Hotel.

Today we will fly to second country of our trip, the roof of the world, Tibet and the city with monasteries and monk, Lhasa. One and half hour flight lands us at Gonar Airport and we drive for 2 hour to reach to the city of pristine beauty Lhasa after check in Hotel. We go for sightseeing to Potala Palace. Named after the Mount Potalaka, this palace used to be winter home for Dalai Lamas, but it has been a museum after 1994. The historical ensemble of Potala palace is incredible and portrays the essence of Tibetan Buddhism. One of the world highest palace is an emblem of rich culture, embellishment, decoration, and harmonious setting in an incredible landscape and way of life of Tibetan people. Nearby Potala Palace are Jokhang Temple and Bharkhor Bazaar. The sacred Jokhang Temple, made up of Stone and wood is a mixture of Nepalese, Chinese and Tibetan architecture which house more than 300o images of Gautam Budhha, manuscripts and other treasures. The mural painting on the wall catches your eyes and you are lost in beauty pasted on wall. This temple comprises the accommodation of monks who study Tibetan Buddhism. On the outer circle of Jokhang temple there is Bharkhor Bazaar, popular for gift and souvenir shopping. The stone paved Street Market is crowded by tourist and monks where we not only buy the traditional things but we will be energized by beautiful smiles of shopkeepers. Overnight in Hotel.

Today after breakfast we have guided tour around Lhasa city. Roaming around Potala Palace is never satisfying activity. Today we visit major monasteries of Lhasa. Firstly we visit Songsten Gompa which was built by King Songsten Gampa, Jokhnag Temple and the pilgrimage circuits of Bharkhor street exchanging greetings with tourists and local people. Then we visit Sera Monastery which is educational home Buddhist monks. Echoed with Buddhist mantras, this place is decorated with mural paintings and there is information center for tourists. There is 17th century legendry Wothang pond and Budhhist debate room in the Drepung Monastic University of Tibe courtyard of Jokhang temple. After lunch w Drepung Monastic University of Tibee will visit Drepung Monastic University of Tibet. Situated in the western area of Lhasa this monastery is one of the largest three monasteries of Lhasa, along with Sera Monastery and Ganden Monastery. This monastery has different building blocks for the purpose of teaching, praying and meditation and information center. As it lies little above of Lhasa it provide enchanting view of stunning vista of Lhasa Valley and Lalu Wetland, even Tibet landmark - Potala Palace. On the same way we go to Sera Monastery to observe sand mandala making and monk's debates. In the afternoon we visit Nechung Monastery and temple of State oracle of Tibet. In evening you can just stroll around street market enjoy shopping. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast today we travel about 271 km on the famous highway of china, G318 National Highway on the bordering land of Tibet and Nepal with most amazing scenery of beautiful lakes travelers get their first view of one of the most awesome sights in Tibet, the stunning Lake Yamdrok, one of the Great Three Holy Lakes of Tibet, along with Lake Namtso and Lake Manasarovarand, Mangbala Mountain, and settlements of Langkazi County, and Gyantse County. We also enjoy stunning scene of Karola Glacier. Today we will travel via Yarlung Zangbo at Chushul, and heads south, crossing the high-altitude Kamba La Pass at 4,794 meters, one of the highest passes in the area of Lhasa. Upon arriving in Shigaste we will be amazed by giant Tashilhunpo Monastery on the lap of Dlrolmari Mountain. Founded by first Dali Lama, this monastery is famous for Thanka Wall, Maitreya Chapel, Tombs and Palace of Panchen Lama and world's largest copper Budhha figure. In evening will explore the local community; enjoy shopping in local street market, visit Palkhor monastery and Skaya monastery also. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast we visit Tashilhunpo Monastery on the lap of Dlrolmari Mountain. Founded by first Dali Lama, this monastery is famous for Thanka Wall, Maitreya Chapel, Tombs and Palace of Panchen Lama and world's largest copper Budhha figure. After Tashilpunpo visit we will walk up to Rongbuk Monastery. Rongbuk Monastery, the highest monastery in the world is famous for its murals and large Chorten facing to Mt. Everest which makes perfect background for photo shoot with Mt. Everest. We will walk uphill for few minutes and see beautiful Rongbuk glacier of Everest region and white Rongbuk River. Walk down back to Rongbuk monastery and enjoy cultural and religious performance.

Today we will have more than 8 hour driving via G318 National Highway. On the way we stop by monument of G813 National Highway marked with record of longest highway of China and take photos. Stop by Sakya Monastery and observe seat of the Skaya School of Tibetan Buddhism. In additional, we visit Workshop of Lhatse Tibetan Knife. we will take short side trip nearby old Tingri towards Everest Base Camp passing via Gawu La Pass in altitude of 5918 meter. This pass is beautified by Buddhist praying flags and offers pleasing view of mountains that are more than 8,000 meters: Mount Makalu, Mount Lhotse and Mount Cho Oyu and Mount Shishapangma. Drive back from ABC to join main highway and head to Old Tingri for overnight stay.

Today we will drive in Tibet for last day. After breakfast, we will drive via Nepal- China friendship highway passing Kodari Bhajyang to enter to Kodari border to Tatopani Naka. After entering to Nepal we will tare ride on 4WD jeep and passes through Tamang village and cross Trisuli river gorges and hilly roads to reach to Kathmandu. If you reach Kathmandu on time, we will have time for relaxation and walking around. In evening eat delicious food and get ready for Bhutan trip starting from the next day. Overnight in Hotel.

Today we fly from land of Mt. Everest to land of thunder dragon, Bhutan. After landing at Paro International Airport we will be transferred to hotel. After check in, we go for sightseeing in Paro valley. Firstly we visit the attraction of Paro, Paro Dzong which is excellent example of Bhutanese architecture and ancient history. Built in 1644, this place in hill top is visible from every sides of Paro Valley. Now it is used as administrative, religious, and cultural purpose. This building is known as Fortress in the Heap of the Jewels as it houses valuable treasurers. Chapels are beautifully crafted with wonderful wooden craving. Monastic halls, Prayer hall, and attractive Thanka are major attractions of Paro Dzong. Kichu Lakhang, Drugyal Dzong visit is worthy in the valley of Paro. Overnight in Hotel.

Today we take guided tour to ancient Gompas, monasteries, and Chorten. After short drive from Paro to Thimphu, we hike up to Takstang Monastery. Known as Tigers nest, was the first place of Guru Rinpoche's meditation in Bhutan, which became major event to introduce Buddhism. It believed that Guru Rinpoche was carried from Tibet on the back of tigress, so this place in called Tigers Nest. Situated in the hill top under huge rock, this place provides enchanting scenery. After 2-4 hours trek to Takstang Monastery, we will visit Tashichho Dzong, National Memorial Chorten built in honor of Bhutan’s 3rd king, and Buddha Dordenma Statue. Overnight in Hotel.

Drive to Punaka. After breakfast we drive for 3 hour to reach Punaka. Our drive moves via Dochula Pass, where observe 108 memorial Chortens, built to honor Bhutanese soldiers. Then the road we cross Chimmi Lakhang temple, and finally enter into Punakha city. After check in Hotel we have guided tour in Punakha. Firstly, we Punakha Dzong, situated in the bank of Pho Chu and Mo Chu river, this Dzong is emblem of Buddhist collection and wonderful Bhutanese architecture. The second oldest as well as second largest Dzong, houses relic and remains of Ngawang Namgyal, the Tibetan Buddhist lama. Punakha Dzong is of great importance because the royal ceremonies like coronation and wedding take place here. Apart from Punakha Dzong, we visit Punakha Suspension Bridge, the longest bridge in Bhutan, Radio Tower, Nunnery School and Mu Chu river. Overnight in Hotel.

After breakfast we drive back to Paro. On the way we visit popular Chimmi Lakhang temple which is believed to be fertility temple and dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley. We stop by Thimphu and visit the sites like National Library, The Folk Heritage Museum, National Textile Museum, and Traditional Medicine Center etc. Then we drive to Paro for overnight stay.

Today is last day in beautiful Bhutan. After breakfast we fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel. Today we have leisure time, have some rest, and go for shopping in evening. Overnight in Hotel.

Today we conclude 15 days multinational tour. With fresh memory treasured with major highlights of Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan you leave Nepal. Representative from Real Tour and Travel transfer you airport from Hotel and bid farewell.