BHUTAN TOUR

  • Days:8 Days
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Country:Bhutan
  • Activity:Travel & Tours
  • Max Altitude:2234mtr / 7657 feet
  • Accomodation:Hotels & Lodges
  • Best Season:Mar-May, Sep-Nov
  • Meals:B,L,D
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Trip Introduction

Bhutan, a tiny landlocked nation in the Himalayas, is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, extensive cultural legacy, and dedication to maintaining its traditional way of life. All of these things and more may be experienced on a journey of Bhutan, making it a truly exceptional and unforgettable location.

The Paro valley, renowned for its stunning rice fields and quaint farmhouses, serves as the starting point of the Bhutan journey. The Paro Dzong, a stronghold from the 17th century that is a significant administrative and cultural hub, is another landmark in the valley. The adjacent temples and monasteries can also be explored by guests, including the well-known Tiger’s Nest Monastery, which is a must-see for travelers to Bhutan.

From Paro, the tour continues to Thimphu, the country’s capital, where tourists may stroll through its lively streets, stop by the National Memorial Chorten and the Changangkha Lhakhang monastery, and view the Tashichho Dzong, a renowned fortress-like structure that houses the government of Bhutan. The journey then takes you to Punakha, the historic capital of Bhutan, where the Punakha Dzong is located. It is a stunning stronghold that is situated at the meeting point of two rivers. One of Bhutan’s most stunning man-made structures, the Punakha Dzong is a must-see for tourists. Visits to the isolated valley of Bumthang, where tourists can trek to the stunning Jakar Dzong, which is perched on a hilltop overlooking the valley, are one of the highlights of a trip to Bhutan.The valley is renowned for its stunning temples, monasteries, and rustic farmhouses.

Visitors will have the chance to explore Bhutan’s distinctive culture and way of life, which are profoundly steeped in Buddhism, throughout the tour. You can take part in traditional festivities, discover Bhutan’s fascinating history and culture, and savor mouthwatering traditional Bhutanese food.

Bhutan tours provide a distinctive fusion of unspoiled landscapes, a vibrant culture, and spiritual encounters. The goal of this journey is to fully immerse you in the traditional way of life of the Bhutanese people, not only to take in the sights. You will remember this event for the rest of your life since it is so organic and genuine.

 

Trip Highlights

 

  • Visit the 17th century Paro Dzong, a significant administrative and cultural hub.
  • Explore the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and other temples and monasteries in the area.
  • Stroll through the lively streets of the capital, Thimphu, and visit the National Memorial Chorten and the Changangkha Lhakhang monastery.
  • See the Tashichho Dzong, a fortress-like structure that houses the government of Bhutan.
  • Visit the historic capital of Punakha and see the stunning Punakha Dzong.
  • Immerse in Bhutan’s distinctive culture and way of life deeply rooted in Buddhism.
  • Take part in traditional festivities, learn about Bhutan’s fascinating history and culture, and savor traditional Bhutanese food.
  • Experience a unique fusion of unspoiled landscapes, vibrant culture, and spiritual encounters.
  • Immerse in the traditional way of life of the Bhutanese people and create memories that will last a lifetime.
8 Days of walking
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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Fly onboard Druk Air to Paro, Bhutan.  On a clear day the panoramic views of the Himalaya are sensational, including Everest, but particularly exciting is the approach through the Bhutanese foothills and the landing, including a few steep turns to land at the tiny airstrip of Paro. In Paro you will be received by the representative from Malla Treks and transferred to Thimphu that takes an hour.  Afternoon visit Tashicho Dzong, The memorial chorten, handicraft stores and emporium and city of Thimphu. Overnight Hotel Riverview, Thimphu.

Tashichho Dzong
This fortress serves as the office of the King, ministers and various government organizations. It also is the headquarters for central monastic body of Bhutan. Bhutan’s spiritual leader Je-Khenpo and the monks of both Thimphu and Punakha reside here during summer. It is also the venue for Thimphu Festival in the fall season.
Memorial Chorten
This white and tall landmark of Thimphu was built in 1974 in the memory of third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, who is popularly regarded as Father of Modern Bhutan. It is a four-storey tall white building, containing statues and iconography of deities from complex tantric teachings and serves as an important place of worship for Thimphu residents, as well as from other parts of the country.

 

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Day 2

There are a good many things to see in the capital which has a very relaxed, laid-back feel about it. Thimphu is relatively small having a population of approximately 90,000 people and the streets are wide and tree lined.
Early in the morning, you can take a self-guided 15 minute walk (or you can do with the guide later for your convenience) from the hotel to the Memorial Chorten, a shrine built in the memory of the late king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuk. Many Bhutanese people gather here to pray every day.
Later in the day, start sightseeing with visit to a Nunnery on the outskirts of Thimphu. You will then visit the Changangkha Lhakhang (temple) and see how paper is made from the daphne plant with cosmos flower petals and other plants.
At the end of the day, we may also pay a visit to the great Tashichho Dzong, seat of Bhutan’s administrative and religious centre. Overnight at hotel, Thimphu

 Zilukha Nunnery
is housed in Drubthob Goemba (monastery). There are about 70 nuns who live and pray everyday in the monastery. There are good views of Tashicho Dzong, Golf course and upper Thimphu.
Takin Sanctuary
Takin (Budorcas taxicolor) has been chosen as the national animal of Bhutan is based both on its uniqueness and its association with country’s history and mythology. It is said that Devine Madman, a popular saint is said to have created it with his magical power at a large congregation of devotees. It resembles a cow from back, a goat in from the front, and it continues to befuddle taxonomists, who cannot quite relate to other animal.
Paper Factory
Traditional papers were made from the daphne plant, using simple methods. Like rice papers, these papers are said to last longer.
Sangaygang View Point (Telecom Tower)
There’s a wonderful view of Thimphu valley from the hillside below the telecommunications tower (elevation 2685m), high above the town at the end of a road that branches off from the approach to the youth centre. The complex also houses the broadcasting studios of Bhutan television. Don’t photograph the telecommunications installation, but the valley is worth a few snaps. The area is known as Sangaygang and it becomes a lover’s lane late at night.

 

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Day 3

In the morning you drive to Punakha, an old winter capital of Bhutan. En-route stop at Dochu LaPass, 10,000ft/3,048m to view the eastern Himalayas, including Bhutan’s highest mountain, Gangkar Punsum, 24,770ft/7,550m. The road then drops down through varied –ever changing forest, finally emerging into the highly cultivated Punakha valley. Continue driving down the valley to the town of Wangdiphodrang. Here again there is a very large fortress built in the shape of a sleeping bull. Our road gradually winds its way up towards the Pele La Pass at 11,152ft, where we make stop for views of the snow clad peaks, including that of Bhutan’s sacred peak Mt. Chomolhari. Possibly, your picnic lunch is planned at Chedebji Chorten (Stupa) patterned after Swayambhunath in Kathmandu. It is a popular picnic lunch and pilgrimage for Bhutanese driving east-west road.
On arrival in Trongsa, you may visit the inner courtyard of historical Trongsa Dzong. Trongsa is a very popular place with largest Dzong in Bhutan and certainly one of the most impressive ones. It was from here that the present royal family emerged as the most powerful force at the beginning of this century.
Overnight in, Trongsa

 

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Day 4

After breakfast in the hotel drive across the Yotong La 11,234’and descend eventually into the valley of Chumey, the first of four Bumthang valleys. Here we will visit the Palace used primary by the second King as his summer residence, and hike for about 15 minutes that brings us to the Prakar monastery, followed by visit to Yathra Weaving centers (a Colourful wool weaving).  Then we’ll drive onto the Jakar the center of Bumthang valleys. Bumthang valley is one of the most sacred in the kingdom and innumerable legends surround the area. It is here that the kings were cremated and the present royal families trace their ancestry back to a famous saint called Pemalingpa, who was also a smith in Jakar Township.
Afternoon visit the Dzong, Jambay lhakhang, kurjey temple, tamshing, the swiss farm area, fruit and beer factory (optional – sometime does not allow permit),
Total drive of about 2 hours 30 minutes hours. Overnight at Mipham Guest House, Bumthang.

 

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Day 5

After breakfast retrieve back to Punakha, warm place at 1400 m. Time pernmitting vist the mighty and most impressive Punakha Dzong and hike to chimi lhakhang – the temple of divine madman.

Chimi Lhakhang was built by lama Drukpa Kunley in 1499. He subdued the demoness of the Dochu la with his ‘magic thunderbolt of wisdom.’ A wooden effigy of the Lama’s thunderbolt is preserved in the Lhakhang, and childless women go to the temple to receive a wang (blessing) from the saint.
It’s a 20-minute walk across the rice fields from the road at Sopsokha to the temple. The trail leads across rice fields to the tiny settlement of Pana. There are very few monks at the temple, which is surrounded by a row of prayer wheels and some very beautiful slate carvings.

 

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Day 6

After breakfast drive west via dochula pass 3080 m, weather permitting enjoy the Bhutan Himalaya peaks above 7000 meters. Continue driving to Paro for another 2 hours. Afternoon visit the national museum and the Rinpung Dzong or any other sightseeing your guide will take.
Overnight at Hotel

 

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Day 7

Full day sightseeing tour in Paro. In Paro visit Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Taktsang) and Farm House, and Visit the National Museum housed in an ancient watchtower, which has a fine collection of ancient Thangka painting if time is permitted you O/N at Hotel, Overnight at Hotel

 

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Day 8

After early breakfast at the hotel drive to Paro airport for your sensational take-off and scenic Himalayan flight past Chomolhari, Bhutan’s second highest peak.

 

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NOTE:

 

During the trip; weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors,that are beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.

 

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Included

  • Arrival & Departure: Airport – Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop)
  • Hotel Accommodation in Bhutan : Hotel in Bhutan  on bed & breakfast Basis- Twin Bedroom
  • Permit: All necessary paper works: National Park permits & conservation entry fee
  • Insurance: Insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during trek
  • Member transportation: Ground Transportation with Guide as per itinerary. Stuffs Transportation: Necessary all equipment Transportation for all.
  • Member Luggage:  Up to 15 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters
  • Lodging & Food: Food 3 meals a day (BDL) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek
  • Guide and Porter: 1 English speaking Guide, Porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) during the trek
  • Staff Salary and allowance: All Nepalese staff daily wages, salary and food and accommodation
  • First Aid Kit: A well-stocked first aid kit will be available for emergencies.

Excluded

  • Airfare and Visa: International flight fares to/from Paro and Bhutan entry visa fees.
  • Personal Transportation: Any personal transportation beyond the aforementioned programs.
  • Lunch and Dinner: Lunch and dinner in Paro and during early returns from the trek.
  • Extra Night in Bhutan : Any extra nights’ accommodation in Bhutan  due to early arrivals, late departures, or early returns from the trek.
  • Rescue Evacuation: Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required, including rescue, repatriation, medication, medical tests, and hospitalization costs.
  • Personal Expenses: Telephone, internet, battery recharge, shower, laundry, alcoholic beverages, boiled water, beer, coke, and personal trekking gear and equipment.
  • Tips: Tips for guides, porters, and staff.

Note: Any other services not mentioned in the included or excluded services list will not be covered and will be the responsibility of the trekker.

Guides

Route Map


Altitude Map

Accommodations

Basic Trekking Equipment List

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Quantity Type Remarks
1 Woolen Cap     1
2 Sunglasses     1  UV protected
3 Bob Scarf/buff Mask     1
4 Warm down Jacket     1
5 Thermal Inner Layer  2 pairs
6 Gloves  1 pair
7 Sleeping Bag    1 20 + Degrees
8 Trekking Trousers & Inner Vest As per necessity
9 Trekking Shoes  1 pair   Full Ankle
10 Woolen Socks 3/4 pairs
11 Trekking Poles  1 pair
12 Water Bottle    1    Thermos  1 L+
13 Waterproof Jacket    1
14 Slippers  1 pair
15 Sun Block    1     SPF 30
16 Personal First Aid Kit    1
17 Trekking Bag    1    Rucksack  50 L+
18 Area Map    1
19 Head Light with extra battery    1

General Trekking Info

 


  1. Trekking at high altitudes requires warm clothing to protect you from the cold. A down jacket with a hood is a must for altitudes above 4,000 m. You can rent a down jacket for USD 30-40 based on trekking days, but please note that in case of loss or damage, you will need to reimburse the cost of USD 150 per item.


  2. A good quality sleeping bag is essential for a comfortable night’s sleep during the trek. You can rent a 4-season sleeping bag for USD 30-40 based on trekking days, but again, if you lose or damage the sleeping bag, you will need to reimburse the cost of USD 150 per item.


  3. Before embarking on your trek, make sure to acclimatize to the altitude by spending a few days in Kathmandu. This will help your body adjust to the change in altitude and reduce the risk of altitude sickness.


  4. It is essential to have proper trekking shoes that are comfortable and provide good traction. Make sure to break in your shoes before the trek to avoid blisters and discomfort.


  5. The weather in the Himalayas can be unpredictable, so it is crucial to pack for different weather conditions. Layers of clothing, including a waterproof jacket and pants, are recommended.


  6. Trekking poles can be a lifesaver, especially when trekking uphill or downhill. They help reduce the pressure on your knees and provide extra stability.


  7. It is important to stay hydrated while trekking. Carry a water bottle or bladder with you and make sure to drink enough water throughout the day. Avoid drinking untreated water and carry water purification tablets or a water filter.


  8. Toiletries like wet wipes and hand sanitizer are essential, especially when there is no access to running water. It is also important to carry toilet paper and dispose of it properly.


  9. Trekking in the Himalayas can be physically demanding, so it is essential to be in good physical shape. Regular exercise and cardiovascular training can help prepare your body for the trek.


  10. Respect the local culture and traditions by learning a few words in the local language and dressing modestly. Avoid giving money or sweets to children, as it can encourage a culture of begging.


  11. Trekking in the Himalayas can be an unforgettable experience, so take the time to enjoy the scenery and immerse yourself in the local culture. Take plenty of pictures, but remember to be respectful of the local customs and traditions.


 

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