India, Nepal and Bhutan Combined
Four routes, how the flights and visas work, when to go and what it costs.
By Dhruv Poonia, Digital & Marketing Manager, Colourful Indian Holidays · Published 26 October 2026
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You can combine India with Nepal, Bhutan or both in 11 to 12 days: the Golden Triangle, then a flight to Kathmandu or a direct flight to Paro. We run four private routes. The main trade-off is time and cost: Bhutan charges a government fee for every night, so it is the most expensive place per night, while Nepal is close to India's rates. This guide covers the routes, flights, visas, season and prices.
Which Combined Routes Do We Offer?
| Route | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|
| India and Nepal11 days | 5 India + 5 Nepal | $1,100 |
| India and Bhutan11 days | 5 India + 5 Bhutan | $2,000 |
| India, Nepal and Bhutan12 days | 3 India + 3 Nepal + 5 Bhutan | $2,160 |
| Nepal and Bhutan12 days | 5 Nepal + 6 Bhutan | $2,400 |
Prices are starting prices per person, two sharing, from the same nightly rates as our other tours. International flights are not included.
How Do the Flights Between the Countries Work?
- India and Nepal: you fly from Delhi to Kathmandu. On our India and Nepal tour the flight leaves from Delhi after Jaipur.
- India and Bhutan: there is a direct flight from Delhi to Paro, with no stop in Nepal.
- India, Nepal and Bhutan: Delhi to Kathmandu, then Kathmandu to Paro.
- Nepal and Bhutan: Kathmandu to Paro.
Our combined tours include the connecting flight between the countries. Your international flights to and from the start and end cities are not included.
Which Visas Do You Need?
You need a visa for each country, and each works differently. India: most visitors apply for an e-Visa in advance; see our e-Visa guide or our guide for US citizens. Nepal: a visa is available on arrival for most nationalities; see our Nepal guide. Bhutan: the visa is arranged in advance through a licensed operator, and the government charges a daily Sustainable Development Fee, which is included in our Bhutan tour prices. See our Bhutan guide for the current figures. Fees change, so confirm them on the official portals before you travel.
When Is the Best Time for All Three?
Our planner rates the months for each region. The months rated good or better for the Golden Triangle, Nepal and Bhutan together are October to March. Rated best for all three: November. Avoid the monsoon from June to September, when Nepal's mountains and Bhutan's views are hidden and the north is hot or wet. Check each month in our when-to-go planner.
How Many Nights Should You Spend in Each Country?
- India: 3 to 5 nights covers Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. Add Ranthambore or Udaipur for 2 to 3 nights more.
- Nepal: 3 to 5 nights covers Kathmandu and Nagarkot, with Pokhara as an extension.
- Bhutan: 5 to 6 nights covers Thimphu, Punakha and Paro with the Tiger's Nest hike. Bhutan's nightly rate is the highest, so most travellers keep it to a week or less.
For longer trips see our 2-week and 3-week itineraries. You can add your own nights in our trip cost calculator.
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Should You Book Each Country Separately?
If you have more than three weeks, separate trips give each country more time: our Golden Triangle, Nepal and Bhutan tours go deeper. A combined route suits travellers with 11 to 14 days who want a taste of each country with one operator, one plan and the flights arranged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I combine India, Nepal and Bhutan in one trip?
Yes. Our India, Nepal and Bhutan tour runs 12 days: 3 nights in India, 3 in Nepal and 5 in Bhutan, with the flights between the countries included. You fly Delhi to Kathmandu, then Kathmandu to Paro.
How do I get from India to Bhutan?
By air. There is a direct flight from Delhi to Paro. You can also fly from Kathmandu to Paro. Our combined tours include the flight between the countries.
Do I need three separate visas?
Yes. India needs an e-Visa in advance, Nepal gives a visa on arrival to most nationalities, and Bhutan's visa is arranged in advance through a licensed operator.
What is the best time to visit India, Nepal and Bhutan together?
Our planner rates October to March good or better for the Golden Triangle, Nepal and Bhutan together, with November rated best for all three. The monsoon from June to September is the worst time.
How much does a combined India, Nepal and Bhutan trip cost?
Our 11-night India, Nepal and Bhutan route starts from about US$2,160 per person at our starting rates, two sharing, with the flights between the countries included but not your international flights. Bhutan's government fee makes its nights the most expensive.
Dhruv Poonia is the Digital & Marketing Manager for Colourful Indian Holidays, working alongside a family travel business that has arranged tours across India, Nepal and Bhutan since 2007. He also oversees the company's sister sites, Rajasthan Travel Agency and Palace on Wheels Tour.
He writes and maintains the destination guides, route information and travel advice published on this site, drawing on his day-to-day work planning itineraries for international travellers to keep every page accurate and current.
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