Nepal · Bhutan · India

South Asia

Nepal · Bhutan · India

Lands of faith below the Himalaya

🌤Best season

October–April

🛂Visa

Nepal visa on arrival; Bhutan requires a licensed package (we arrange); India e-visa

📅Suggested length

4–12 days

✈️Getting there

Chengdu/Guangzhou direct to Kathmandu; via Doha/Delhi to Thimphu

Nepal · Bhutan · India · Highlights

Pokhara & Annapurna

Sunrise peaks and boating on Phewa Lake

Tiger's Nest

Bhutan's cliffside monastery at 3,120 m

The Taj Mahal

The pinnacle of Mughal art

Ganges Aarti

Dawn fires and rituals in Varanasi

Tours · Nepal · Bhutan · India

SAS-01

Nepal Peaks & Heritage, 7 Days

from$1,400pp

Kathmandu's three royal cities plus Pokhara sunrises and Phewa Lake — a gentle rhythm and the best first step into the Himalaya.

  • 🕒 7 Days
  • 👥 Small group 8-16
  • 🧭 Nature & Landscape · Culture & History
  • Sunrise at Nagarkot
  • Sarangkot viewpoint, Pokhara
  • UNESCO squares of Bhaktapur & Patan
Route at a glance ↓
D1Arrive Kathmandu
D2Swayambhunath + Boudhanath
D3Bhaktapur + Patan
D4To Pokhara; Phewa Lake
D5Sarangkot sunrise; Peace Pagoda hike
D6Back via Nagarkot
D7Departure transfer

Typically included:Boutique hotels, private car, UNESCO tickets, sunrise viewpoints, Chinese-speaking guide

SAS-02

Kingdom of Bhutan In-Depth, 6 Days

from$2,690pp

The limited-entry Land of the Thunder Dragon: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha — with the Tiger's Nest trek, boutique hotels and a cultural mentor.

  • 🕒 6 Days
  • 👥 Small group 8-16
  • 🧭 Culture & History · Nature & Landscape
  • Tiger's Nest trek (shorter route available)
  • Punakha Dzong & Chimi Lhakhang
  • Thimphu weekend market & archery
Route at a glance ↓
D1Fly to Paro; valley walk
D2Paro Dzong + National Museum
D3To Thimphu; Buddha viewpoint
D4Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang
D5Tiger's Nest trek day
D6Departure from Paro

Typically included:All Bhutan permits & SDF, boutique hotels, cultural mentor, trek support team

SAS-03

India Golden Triangle, 7 Days

from$1,690pp

Delhi, Agra, Jaipur — the classic triangle with moonrise Taj Mahal, jeep-up Amber Fort and bazaar street photography.

  • 🕒 7 Days
  • 👥 Small group 8-16
  • 🧭 Culture & History · Photography
  • Taj Mahal at moonrise & sunrise
  • Jeep ascent to Amber Fort
  • Reflection shots at Jal Mahal
Route at a glance ↓
D1Arrive Delhi
D2Old & New Delhi
D3To Agra; Taj moonrise
D4Taj sunrise + Agra Fort
D5To Jaipur; Hawa Mahal
D6Amber Fort + City Palace
D7Return to Delhi; departure

Typically included:Heritage 4-star hotels, private car, tickets, photo-spot coaching, guide

SAS-04

South Asia Grand Tour: Three Countries, 12 Days

from$3,790pp

Nepal + Bhutan + India in one journey: Kathmandu Valley, Tiger's Nest, the Golden Triangle and the Ganges aarti — the full South Asian mosaic.

  • 🕒 12 Days
  • 👥 Small group 8-16
  • 🧭 Culture & History · Nature & Landscape
  • Cultural mentors across all three countries
  • Smooth Kathmandu–Paro–Delhi flight links
  • Boat position for the Varanasi aarti
Route at a glance ↓
D1-2Kathmandu Valley's three cities
D3Fly Paro; acclimatize
D4Thimphu & Punakha
D5Tiger's Nest trek
D6Fly Delhi
D7Old & New Delhi
D8Agra, the Taj
D9Jaipur & Amber Fort
D10Fly Varanasi
D11Ganges aarti + Sarnath
D12Departure transfer

Typically included:Three flight legs, hotels throughout, visa assistance, cultural mentors & tour leader

FAQ

What are the rules for Bhutan?

Bhutan limits tourism: travel must be booked through a licensed operator with a Sustainable Development Fee. Lemeng is an official partner.

Is the ABC trek difficult?

Annapurna Base Camp runs 7–10 days with no technical climbing — suitable for anyone with basic fitness. Porters and guides included.

Which India route for a first visit?

The Golden Triangle (Delhi–Agra–Jaipur) over 7 days, extendable to Varanasi or Jodhpur by interest.

Where to next?

Tell us your dates and budget — receive a tailor-made plan within 48 hours.