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Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
15
Pace
Challenging
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
ADPP
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Bhutan Adventure. Imagine a country where a land's worth is measured differently — think Gross National Happiness instead of Gross Domestic Product. Now stop dreaming because you are in the unexplored mountain kingdom of Bhutan. Beauty and wisdom are revealed at each dzong, every gompa, and most incredibly, in the eyes of every smiling Buddhist monk you meet. On treks through remote trails and visits to Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha, nature lovers, photographers, and culture junkies will uncover a purity of culture, traditions, and ki...read morendness.
Itinerary
Arrive at any time, and transfer to Thimpu. (D)
In the evening, visit the Tashi Chhoedzong, known as the "Fortress of Glorious Religion", initially built in 1702. Today, it houses the main secretariat building, the central monk body, and the office of the king. (B/L/D)
The road climbs steeply through forests, with hanging lichen up near the Dochula Pass (3,050m/10,007 ft). The pass offers panoramic views of the Himalayan Mountains. Stop for tea and check out the view before continuing on to Gangtey Gompa. Opt to wander around the small town to see young monks from the nearby school meandering in the street. (B/L/D)
Hike in the Phobjikha Valley and explore the Gangtey Gonpa Monastery. Afterwards, travel to the ancient capital of Punakha and enjoy a short hike in Lobeysa to Chime Lhakhang, built in 1499. (B/L/D)
Visit Punakha Dzong, the winter capital of the Je Khenpo (chief abbot). Later, hike to Khamsum Yueley Chorten and take in the views, followed by a visit to the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery. (B/L/D)
Wind through deep gorges and blue pine forests before reaching the valley. Here, we'll visit the Lhakhang Karpo (White Temple) and walk around Haa town in the evening. (B/L/D)
After visiting the nunnery, follow the trail down through the forest to the road to meet the van. Drive back to Paro with time in the evening to wander the streets and pick up some souvenirs before enjoying a dinner with your group. (B/L/D)
Trek through fluttering prayer flags, rhododendron trees, and conifer forests to reach Bumdrak camp at 3860m. (B/L/D)
Trek back down through grassy meadows and trees covered in wispy moss. Later, hike to the stunning Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) and the Kyichu Temple, one of the oldest in Bhutan. (B/L/D)
Your CEO will help arrange your transfer to the airport and all exit formalities before your journey home. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Travel along mystical mountains.
- Visit various dzongs and Buddhist gompas.
- Trek along scenic nature trails.
- Experience the Dragon Kingdom with cultural interactions at a local farm.
- Take in stunning Himalayan mountain views.
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Farmhouse Stay, Gangtey Gonpa
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Sustainable Development Fees
- Paro orientation tour
- National Museum visit
- Memorial Chorten visit
- Buddha Point visit
- Motithang Takin Preserve visit
- Tashichho Dzong visit
- Black-Necked Crane Centre visit
- Phobjikha Valley hike
- Chime Lhakhang visit
- Punakha Dzong visit
- Hike to Khamsum Yueley Chorten
- Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery visit
- White Temple visit in the Haa Valley
- Hike to Kila Gompa Nunnery
- Bumdrak trekking with camping (2 days)
- Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) visit and hike
- Kyichu Lhakhang Temple visit
- Hotels/guesthouses (7 Nights), camping (1 Night), farmhouse stay (1 Night)
- A variety of styles of hotels/guest houses are used in Bhutan. These can vary in terms of service and efficiency. In many instances they might not be like what you are used to back home. Most of the accommodation is traditional in architecture, style and its services to the guest.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
- Private vehicle, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Prices & Dates
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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