2. Complimentary airport arrival and departure transfers are included. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. Entry to Bhutan is very strict and travellers can only enter Bhutan on a group visa as part of a tour. All travellers must arrive on Day 9 and depart on Day 17 to be eligible for a group visa. At time of booking, please provide your booking agent with a clear uncut scanned colour copy of the two pages of the personal details section of your passport. Bhutan Immigration is extremely strict. If one passport scan fails to meet their requirements the whole group\u2019s visa will be rejected, thus delaying the process significantly.
4. Please be aware that Bhutan's airlines are renowned for last minute changes to flight timetables into and out of Bhutan. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours transit time before and after your flights into and out of Bhutan. Timetables are available on the Druk Airlines and Air Bhutan websites.
5. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance for domestic flights is 15kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on. The international flight between Nepal and Bhutan has a luggage allowance of 20kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on. While in Nepal, you can store excess luggage at the Kathmandu hotel.
6. Travel is always an adventure and, as destinations reopen, there are a few challenges as everyone gets back up to speed and adjusts to the new normal. Our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so pack your understanding and flexibility, sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.
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Start off from a hilltop overlooking Gangte Goemba, wander down through flower meadows and beautiful forests, passing by a chorten, the village of Semchubara and the Khewa Lhakhang temple.","sort":13,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"14","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"RKPO Green Resort or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Phobjikha - Black Necked Crane Information Center"},{"description":"Phobjikha - Valley hiking"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38367,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 15: Paro","image_url":null,"description":"This morning, begin the journey to Paro. Stop off along the way at the ruins of Drukgyal Dzong, an ancient fortress and monastery. Build in the 17th century by the great Ngawang Namgyal, the Dzong burned down in an accidental fire in the 1950s, and today stands as a reminder of the victories it was built to commemorate. On arrival to Paro, visit the impressive Ta Dzong, a 17th century watchtower that now houses the National Museum. Enjoy some free time to wander in the Paro town before making your way to your Feature Stay accommodation, a resort in the heart of the Paro valley that beautifully blends into its mountainous backdrop. An eco-friendly property, the resort features solar lighting, mud-brick walls, wooden roofs and rooms built in a traditionally Bhutanese style with modern comforts in mind. This evening, immerse yourself in traditional Bhutanese culture as you visit a farmhouse for a home-cooked dinner. Perhaps try your hand at Bhutan\u2019s national sport with an archery lesson.","sort":14,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"15","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Tashi Namgay Resort (Feature Stay) or Similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Paro - Tadzong Museum"},{"description":"Paro - Drukgyal Dzong"},{"description":"Paro - Home cooked dinner & family visit"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38368,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 16: Paro","image_url":null,"description":"Miraculously balanced 900 metres above the valley floor sits Taktsang, or the Tiger\u2019s Nest, a beautiful monastery and Bhutan\u2019s most recognised building. After breakfast, begin a hike through plentiful pine forests, passing beneath thousands of brightly coloured prayer flags. Your leader will guide you up into the mountains for a closer view of the temple, sharing the legend of its history along the way. Reach a small teahouse and stop for lunch and refreshments while taking in truly unforgettable views. For those interested, it\u2019s possible to get a closer look at the Tiger\u2019s Nest by hiking another hour each way to reach the temple. Anyone not interested in hiking further can relax at the teahouse and soak it all in. Back in Paro, join your group and leader for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant \u2013 perhaps raise a final glass of Ara as a toast to the end of an adventure.","sort":15,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"16","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Tashi Namgay Resort (Feature Stay) or Similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":{"description":"Paro - Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery hike"},"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38369,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 17: Paro","image_url":null,"description":"After breakfast your driver will transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. Please check with your tour leader about the exact departure time from the hotel. Please note that your tour leader may not be with you as the group may leave on different flights.","sort":16,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"17","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":[],"includedActivityList":{"description":"Paro - Complimentary Departure Transfer"},"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38354,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 2: Kathmandu","image_url":null,"description":"In the early morning, make an attempt at the Mount Everest scenic flight. This unbelievable experience will take you over Sagamartha National Park, through a crescendo of the highest peaks in the world, climaxing by getting up close to Mount Everest. Later in the morning, explore Kathmandu on a sightseeing tour with your leader. Head to the lively Durbar square, the once glorious centre of Nepal\u2019s royal power. Visit Bodhnath Stupa, one of the biggest Buddhist shrines in the world, where you can observe Buddhist monks in prayer in the surrounding monasteries. Stop by a Thangka painting studio and gain inside knowledge on this sacred and traditional form of Buddhist art and the training that goes into being a Thangka artist. Visit Pashupatinath, the most famous Hindu temple in the country, where you will see Hindu holy men meditating, pilgrims bathing, and occasionally funeral pyres burning on the ghats. The rest of your afternoon is free for further explorations.","sort":1,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"2","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Everest Hotel or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Kathmandu - Everest Scenic Flight"},{"description":"Kathmandu - Pashupatinath Temple"},{"description":"Kathmandu - Durbar Square"},{"description":"Kathmandu - Bodhnath Stupa"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38355,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 3: Nagarkot","image_url":null,"description":"This morning, set off for a truly special experience that is sure to be one of your enduring memories of Nepal. Visit the headquarters of Seven Women, a social enterprise that works to improve the lives of disadvantaged women in Nepal. Meet the local women and hear how the enterprise has changed their lives. Tour their greenhouse and learn about Nepali vegetables, then learn some traditional recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation. Master the local methods of cooking and put together some classic dishes, then sit down to lunch with your new friends. After lunch, begin the journey to Nagarkot. Along the way, stop off at Bhaktapur, a beautifully preserved ancient city and host to a wondrous range of temples and statues. Then wander to the ancient temple of Changu Narayan \u2013 ask your leader about the legends associated with this site. Upon arrival to Nagarkot, prepare for an overnight stay at Club Himalaya, renowned for its unrestricted view of Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Changu Narayan and the surrounding areas. End the day with a toast to your fabulous view over sunset cocktails.","sort":2,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"3","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Club Himalaya or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Bhaktapur - Leader-led walking tour"},{"description":"Bhaktapur - Changu Narayan Temple"},{"description":"Nagarkot - Sunset cocktail at Club Himalaya (one drink included)"},{"description":"Kathmandu - Cooking class at Seven Women"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38356,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 4: Pokhara","image_url":null,"description":"Wake up and witness an early morning 180-degree sunrise view before travelling to Kathmandu airport by chartered coach. From here, you will fly to Pokhara \u2013 if you\u2019re lucky you might catch a glimpse of the spectacular Himalayan mountain chain to the north. On arrival, take a boat ride across the lake of Phewa Tal, the second largest lake in Nepal. The visit to the Peace Pagoda afterwards grants excellent views of the mountains including the Annapurnas, the famous fishtail peak of Machhapuchhare and a glimpse back across to Pokhara. In the afternoon, perhaps take some time to enjoy Pokhara\u2019s mellow atmosphere and wander its colourful streets, or take a stroll along the scenic lake and see the brightly painted paddle boats bobbing in the water. Pokhara has no shortage of restaurants to tempt your taste buds so be sure to ask your leader for some great local recommendations.","sort":3,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"4","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Atithi Resort and Spa or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Pokhara - Phewa Tal Lake boat trip"},{"description":"Pokhara - Peace Pagoda"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38357,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 5: Pokhara","image_url":null,"description":"Start the day with a visit to the International Mountain Museum, which is full of fascinating tales and exploits from climbing expeditions of the past \u2013 some ending in triumph and others in tragedy. Then begin the Kalikasthan hike with your leader, walking first to Thulakot and Kaukhola, where you\u2019ll take in unforgettable views of the Himalayas and the Pokhara valley. Your leader will be on hand to answer any questions about the inspiring landscape. Continue on to a small and serene village where various Hindu and Buddhist ethnic groups live harmoniously. Stop in at a restaurant for a chat with the locals and a cup of traditional tea. After your hike, make a visit to a Tibetan community. Hear stories of their journey from Tibet to Nepal, learn about local life and take part in a traditional cooking demonstration to find out how to make delicious momos (steamed dumplings), which you will then eat together for lunch. Enjoy a free evening in Pokhara.","sort":4,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"5","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Atithi Resort and Spa or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Pokhara - Kalikasthan half day hike"},{"description":"Pokhara - Tibetan community visit with momo lunch"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38358,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 6: Chitwan National Park","image_url":null,"description":"Make the morning drive to Chitwan and arrive at your Feature Stay accommodation for the next two nights, the heavenly Kasara resort. Perfectly placed on the border of Chitwan National Park, this modern and elegant resort offers total tranquillity in one of the world\u2019s wildest settings. Enjoy palatial rooms, first-class service and naturally warm Nepali hospitality. After settling in, meet the camp staff and resident naturalists who will provide firsthand information and local insight into the park\u2019s habitat conservation program. There\u2019s some flexibility with activities in this area, which may vary depending on the time of year and known wildlife movements and locations. A late afternoon safari is an experience like none other, showing the varied and exciting flora and fauna of the park. Then journey to the Rapti River and enjoy a cool class of champagne on the banks while you watch the sun set and the birds return home. Back at the resort, you\u2019re in for a real treat. Head to a secluded spot on the property for a creative range of dishes served under a canopy of stars. Feel a world away from it all as the only sounds you\u2019ll hear are the chirping of crickets and the swapping of stories.","sort":5,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"6","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Kasara Resort (Feature Stay) or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Chitwan NP - Village tour"},{"description":"Chitwan - Afternoon safari"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38359,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 7: Chitwan National Park","image_url":null,"description":"After breakfast, leave the lodge for an early morning dugout canoe adventure on the Rapti River. Your tour leader will help you spot marsh mugger crocodiles along with the various birds that inhabit the riverbanks. Tiger sightings are rare these days, but the magnificent creatures inhabit the park so it\u2019s not to be ruled out. Upon your return to dry land, an organised program will help fill the rest of the day and may include further excursions by jeep. In the evening, enjoy dinner with your group and relax at your accommodation\u2019s fabulous bar while discussing the day\u2019s sightings or listening to the song of the jungle.","sort":6,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"7","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":"1","breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Kasara Resort (Feature Stay) or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[{"description":"Chitwan - Canoe safari, bird watching walk or jeep safari"},{"description":"Chitwan - Sunset champagne by Rapti River"},{"description":"Chitwan - Private bush dinner (on hotel grounds)"},{"description":"Chitwan - Canoe on Rapti River"}],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38360,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 8: Kathmandu","image_url":null,"description":"Enjoy a peaceful breakfast at the resort before catching a flight back to Kathmandu. The afternoon is yours to enjoy, so perhaps engage in some shopping or learn more of Nepal\u2019s cultural heritage during a visit to the Nepali Folk Musical Instrument Museum, home to more than 650 unique instruments. This evening, you may wish to join your leader and group for a farewell dinner at a fantastic local restaurant, leaving you with a final memory of Nepal\u2019s beautiful and traditional food.","sort":7,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"8","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":0,"lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Everest Hotel or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":[],"optionalActivityList":[]}},{"id":38361,"created_at":"2021-03-16T18:24:54.000000Z","updated_at":"2022-05-24T20:13:43.000000Z","title":"Day 9: Paro - Thimphu","image_url":null,"description":"Leave Nepal behind today with a transfer to the airport and a flight to Bhutan. Depending on the clarity of the weather and your flight path into Paro (2,280m), you may be met with an awe-inspiring view of the massive eastern Himalayan peaks on your way in. Please note that you will be unescorted on this flight, but you will be met at Paro airport and transferred to Thimphu (2,736m), the capital of Bhutan. After settling in, a meeting will take place with your new tour leader to welcome any new travellers joining you for the next part of your adventure. If time permits, join your leader for an orientation walk to get acquainted with Thimphu\u2019s main street, and visit the National Memorial Chorten, a stupa built in honour of Bhutan\u2019s third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck. This evening, join your group and leader for an included welcome dinner at a wonderful restaurant that\u2019s a favourite with the locals. Learn about the rich history of Bhutanese cuisine as you tuck into a traditional feast, including seasonal vegetables and the country\u2019s signature dish \u2013 red rice with a tasty chili cheese. You may like to try some Bhutanese peach wine or perhaps some Ara, the national spirit, served neat and hot.","sort":8,"tour_id":3713,"ref_parts_id":"9","extra":{"meals":{"dinnersIncluded":"1","lunchesIncluded":0,"breakfastsIncluded":"1"},"accommodationList":{"description":"Norkhil Boutique Hotel or similar","numberOfNights":"1"},"includedActivityList":{"description":"Thimphu - Welcome dinner"},"optionalActivityList":[]}}],"destinations":[{"name":"Bhutan","id":33},{"name":"Nepal","id":168}],"destinations_arr":[{"city":"","country":"Bhutan"},{"city":"","country":"Nepal"}],"departures_arr":[{"month":"September 2022","items":[{"start":"2022-09-18","end":"2022-10-04","sortdate":20220918,"price":9065,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":8612,"month":"September 2022"},{"start":"2022-09-25","end":"2022-10-11","sortdate":20220925,"price":9790,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9301,"month":"September 2022"}]},{"month":"October 2022","items":[{"start":"2022-10-02","end":"2022-10-18","sortdate":20221002,"price":9425,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":8954,"month":"October 2022"},{"start":"2022-10-09","end":"2022-10-25","sortdate":20221009,"price":9425,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":8954,"month":"October 2022"},{"start":"2022-10-16","end":"2022-11-01","sortdate":20221016,"price":10180,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9671,"month":"October 2022"},{"start":"2022-10-21","end":"2022-11-06","sortdate":20221021,"price":9425,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":8954,"month":"October 2022"},{"start":"2022-10-23","end":"2022-11-08","sortdate":20221023,"price":9705,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9220,"month":"October 2022"},{"start":"2022-10-30","end":"2022-11-15","sortdate":20221030,"price":9790,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9301,"month":"October 2022"}]},{"month":"March 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-03-19","end":"2023-04-04","sortdate":20230319,"price":9880,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9386,"month":"March 2023"}]},{"month":"April 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-04-09","end":"2023-04-25","sortdate":20230409,"price":9880,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9386,"month":"April 2023"},{"start":"2023-04-16","end":"2023-05-02","sortdate":20230416,"price":10275,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9762,"month":"April 2023"}]},{"month":"May 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-05-07","end":"2023-05-23","sortdate":20230507,"price":9880,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9386,"month":"May 2023"}]},{"month":"September 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-09-24","end":"2023-10-10","sortdate":20230924,"price":10275,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9762,"month":"September 2023"}]},{"month":"October 2023","items":[{"start":"2023-10-15","end":"2023-10-31","sortdate":20231015,"price":10275,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9762,"month":"October 2023"},{"start":"2023-10-29","end":"2023-11-14","sortdate":20231029,"price":9880,"currency_code":"AUD","member_discount_price":9386,"month":"October 2023"}]}],"tour_type":2,"type_id":2,"style_rating":"Premium","ref_url":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trips\/HNPEC"}} catch (error) {}