Essence of Bhutan - Overland Tour
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5.0
Based on 2 Reviews
- duration 8 days
- tour type Private
- age requirement 5+ years old
- guiding method Live Guide/Instructor
- Starts Paro, Bhutan
- Ends Paro, Bhutan +5
HIGHLIGHTS
- See the landscape on a short hike to Chimi La Khang
- Immerse yourself in the local Bhutanese culture
- Explore the monasteries and palaces of Paro, Thimpu and Punakha
- Visit the amazing cliffhanging monastery, Tiger’s Nest
Experience the peaceful Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan on this trip of a lifetime and discover the Buthanese lifestyle, landscapes, and culture!
On this comprehensive tour, you will hike to the well-known Taktshang Monastery, also called Tiger’s Nest, on a trail through pine trees decorated with Spanish moss and the occasional fluttering prayer flags. Discover local history through the handicrafts, costumes and ancient weapons in the National Museum and around Paro. Visit Thimphu, the political and economic center of Bhutan and a living gallery of traditional Bhutanese culture. See panoramic views of the Himalayas from Dochula Pass on the way to Punakha, and take a short hike through scenic forests to Chimi La Khang, commonly known as the Fertility Temple.
Our itinerary also gives participants an opportunity to interact with the people of Druk Yul and experience the Bhutanese way of life in its undiminished natural form. See more details in the itinerary.
On this comprehensive tour, you will hike to the well-known Taktshang Monastery, also called Tiger’s Nest, on a trail through pine trees decorated with Spanish moss and the occasional fluttering prayer flags. Discover local history through the handicrafts, costumes and ancient weapons in the National Museum and around Paro. Visit Thimphu, the political and economic center of Bhutan and a living gallery of traditional Bhutanese culture. See panoramic views of the Himalayas from Dochula Pass on the way to Punakha, and take a short hike through scenic forests to Chimi La Khang, commonly known as the Fertility Temple.
Our itinerary also gives participants an opportunity to interact with the people of Druk Yul and experience the Bhutanese way of life in its undiminished natural form. See more details in the itinerary.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 2 reviews
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“Excellent”
Bhutan August 2017
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Excellent
“I did the 3 nights/2 days trip to Bhutan and I was very satisfied!
The guide and the driver were excellent,really nice and professional.
Hotels,food and transports were perfects!
I strongly reccomend Adventure Thirdpole Treks.”
The guide and the driver were excellent,really nice and professional.
Hotels,food and transports were perfects!
I strongly reccomend Adventure Thirdpole Treks.”
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Arrive in Paro –Thimphu
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Day 2: Thimphu sightseeing – Punakha
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Day 3: Punakha – Trongsa – Bumthang
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Day 4: Bumthang sightseeing
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Day 5: Bumthang – Gangtey – Wangdue
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Day 6: Wangdue – Thimphu – Paro
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Day 7: Paro sightseeing & hike to Takshang.
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Day 8: Depart from Paro
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Airport transfers
- A minimum of 3-star twin sharing accommodation (4/5 star may require an additional cost) and tented camp if/where necessary
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and tea/coffee with snacks
- Mineral water during the tour and at meals
- Services of a Government licensed & experienced English speaking Bhutanese tour guide
- Tours / sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
- Temple, monastery and museum entrance fees
- Medical facilities if necessary (consulting doctors & medicine)
- Bhutan visa fee of US $ 40 per person
- Tourism Development Fund of US$ 10 per person
- International flight
- Domestic flight within Bhutan
- Your travel Insurance
- Tips for guide and driver
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