Nepal & Bhutan Explorer

The route winds on to Royal Chitwan National Park for a spot of elephant-sculpted safari, which offers time to notice birdsong and the odd croc slinking close to the riverbank. After crossing into Bhutan, the trip draws you into the quiet sanctuaries of ancient Bhutanese gompas and dzongs, culminating with a hike to Taktsang Monastery, nicknamed the Tiger's Nest, perched on a cliff face high above Paro Valley.

Guided by local experts and a G Adventures CEO, this small-group escorted tour balances cultural insights with moments for catching your breath. Accommodation shifts between guesthouses tucked in villages and comfortable hotels. Everyone shoulders a bit of the unforeseeable, but it’s the kind of adventure that’s a slow unfolding rather than a sprint.

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These are the places the trip visits, in order. G Adventures publishes the day-by-day itinerary on its own site.