20 days in South Asia Itinerary
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Start: Washington DC, United States
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Jaipur, India
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Paro, Bhutan
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Thimphu, Bhutan
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Punakha, Bhutan
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Agra, India
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Leh, India
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Kathmandu, Nepal
— 3 nights
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End: Washington DC, United States
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Jaipur, India — 2 nights
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Pink City
On the 19th (Sun), take in the spiritual surroundings of Govind Dev Ji Temple, take an in-depth tour of City Palace of Jaipur, then look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Ele Experience Farm. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, steep yourself in history at Jaigarh Fort, then admire the striking features of Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), then explore the historical opulence of Amber Palace, and finally look for gifts at Jaipur Blue Pottery Art Centre.
To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Jaipur trip planning site.
Washington DC, USA to Jaipur is an approximately 24-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to India Standard Time (IST), which is usually a 10.5 hour difference. In July, plan for daily highs up to 94°F, and evening lows to 78°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to fly to Paro.
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To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Jaipur trip planning site.
Washington DC, USA to Jaipur is an approximately 24-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to India Standard Time (IST), which is usually a 10.5 hour difference. In July, plan for daily highs up to 94°F, and evening lows to 78°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to fly to Paro.
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Paro, Bhutan — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): get engrossed in the history at Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Memorial House, steep yourself in history at Paro Taktsang, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kyichu Lhakhang, and finally contemplate the long history of Rinpung Dzong. On the 22nd (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang, examine the collection at National Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dzongdrakha Monastry, then take some stellar pictures from Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Ugyen Pema Woedling Zangthopelri.
For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Paro online tour itinerary planner.
Fly from Jaipur to Paro in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, taxi, bus, and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Jaipur to Paro. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Jaipur in July: high temperatures in Paro hover around 77°F and lows are around 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Thimphu.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Paro online tour itinerary planner.
Fly from Jaipur to Paro in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, taxi, bus, and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Jaipur to Paro. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Jaipur in July: high temperatures in Paro hover around 77°F and lows are around 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Thimphu.
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Thimphu, Bhutan — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): pause for some photo ops at Kuenselphodrang, get engrossed in the history at Folk Heritage Museum Kawajangsa, ponder the world of politics at Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong), examine the collection at National Textile Museum, then examine the collection at Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan, and finally examine the collection at Bhutan Postal Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Simtokha Dzong, take an in-depth tour of Simply Bhutan Museum, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Phajoding Monastery, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Druk Wangyel Monastery.
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Traveling by car from Paro to Thimphu takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July in Thimphu, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Punakha.
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Traveling by car from Paro to Thimphu takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July in Thimphu, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Punakha.
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Punakha, Bhutan — 3 nights
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Start off your visit on the 25th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Chimi Lhakhang Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Punakha Dzong, and then make a trip to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup nunnery and then admire the striking features of Wangdue Dzong.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Punakha trip maker site.
You can drive from Thimphu to Punakha in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 27th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Agra.
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To see more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Punakha trip maker site.
You can drive from Thimphu to Punakha in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 27th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Agra.
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Agra, India — 2 nights
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Taj City
Start off your visit on the 28th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Taj Mahal, admire the natural beauty at Anguri Bagh, then contemplate the long history of Saha Burj, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurudwara Guru ka Tal, and finally admire the striking features of Tomb of Akbar the Great. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Wed): admire the architecture and history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity, look for gifts at Nakkashi Gems And Handicrafts By Praval Jain, then step into the grandiose world of Agra Fort, then admire the striking features of Jahangir Mahal, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Diwan-i-Am Agra Fort.
For ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Agra day trip tool.
Traveling by flight from Punakha to Agra takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Punakha to Agra due to the time zone difference. In July in Agra, expect temperatures between 94°F during the day and 80°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to travel to Leh.
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For ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Agra day trip tool.
Traveling by flight from Punakha to Agra takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Punakha to Agra due to the time zone difference. In July in Agra, expect temperatures between 94°F during the day and 80°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to travel to Leh.
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Leh, India — 3 nights
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Get some cultural insight at Alchi Monastery and Chemre Gompa Monastery. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Hemis Monastery and Spituk Monastery. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, make a trip to Druk Padma Karpo School, stop by De Pashmina Emporium, and steep yourself in history at Basgo gompa.
To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Leh day trip site.
Traveling by flight from Agra to Leh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to fly to Kathmandu.
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To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Leh day trip site.
Traveling by flight from Agra to Leh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) early enough to fly to Kathmandu.
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Kathmandu, Nepal — 3 nights
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Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Changu Narayan and Kopan Monastery. You'll discover tucked-away gems like 55 Window Palace and Spas & Wellness. Go for a jaunt from Kathmandu to Bhaktapur to see Nyatapola Temple about 38 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, see Off-Road Tours, take an exotic tour of a safari tour, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shechen Monastery.
To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Kathmandu day trip planner.
You can fly from Leh to Kathmandu in 18.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, train, and car. You'll lose 0.2 hours traveling from Leh to Kathmandu due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in Kathmandu can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can fly back home.
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To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Kathmandu day trip planner.
You can fly from Leh to Kathmandu in 18.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, train, and car. You'll lose 0.2 hours traveling from Leh to Kathmandu due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in Kathmandu can reach 84°F, while at night they dip to 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can fly back home.
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India travel guide
It may very well be fair to call India "incredible," given its mind-boggling diversity of landscapes, climates, cultures, and languages. The world's largest democracy, and second only to China in terms of population, India contains majestic peaks dusted with glistening snow, sun-drenched beaches, ancient hand-carved temples, and sprawling cities jam-packed with people, vehicles, and animals. Many tour India during the country's devotional festivals, which range from immense parades that convert cities into giant performance stages, to simple farming fairs dedicated to relatively obscure local deities. Whenever you choose to vacation in India, make sure you see some of the country's World Heritage Sites, which include the legendary Taj Mahal and Chilika Lake, the planet's second-largest lagoon.
Bhutan travel guide
Last Shangrila
Thanks to its location in the Himalayas, tiny Bhutan's main tourist attraction is its stunning natural scenery. The last of the world's Buddhist kingdoms, this mountainous country boasts stretches of fertile land and a small population surviving on subsistence farming. Visitors seeking culturally enriching experiences take a trip to Bhutan to discover a mysterious and magic mountain kingdom where traditional Buddhism slowly and carefully accepts the developments of the modern world. Popular things to do in this "Last Shangrila" include bird-watching, hiking, and biking through some of the planet's least-spoiled wilderness areas, where commercial tourism still seems a concept from a distant future.
Nepal travel guide
With everything from snowcapped mountains and vast grasslands to dense tropical forests, Nepal represents one of the world's most ecologically diverse destinations. A trip to Nepal takes visitors to an ancient land situated between India and China, both of which influence the region's culture, cuisine, and religious traditions. Despite the country's natural appeal, commercial tourism in Nepal remains a relatively new industry and most of the area lies unspoiled and undiscovered by foreigners. Ideal for travelers interested in pushing their physical abilities to the limit, Nepal contains most of the world's tallest peaks, including the legendary Mount Everest.
