Bhutan: Dragon Kingdom
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- Mountains
- Natural landmarks sightseeing
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Family
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 9 days
- tour type Small group
- age requirement 15-99 yrs
- max group size 12
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-11928
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Starts/Ends Thimphu, Bhutan/ Paro, Bhutan
HIGHLIGHTS
- Bhutan is perhaps the most mysterious and diverse of all the Himalayan kingdoms, where for centuries a traditional Buddhist culture has thrived in isolation from the rest of the world.
- It is a land of contrast – with lush forested valleys, fortified monasteries, sacred mountains, art and architecture unique to the region.
- The captial Thimphu is charming and serene, a delight to explore.
- The opportunity to explore the rural lifestyle and architecture of Bhutan via the beautiful Punakha and Haa Valleys
- Visiting Taktsang (the Tiger's Nest) – a small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor in Paro is truly a highlight.
- Your two-night 'feature stay' in Paro was envisioned and created by a local Bhutanese company, combining traditional elaborate hand-carved wooden cornices, masterful stonework, and modern amenities.
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The Bhutan: Dragon Kingdom tour starts in Thimphu and ends in Paro. The Bhutan: Dragon Kingdom is a walking tour that takes 9 days taking you from Thimphu to Paro and through other destinations in Bhutan.
Bhutan is perhaps the most mysterious and diverse of all the Himalayan kingdoms, where for centuries a traditional Buddhist culture has thrived in isolation from the rest of the world. It is a country that puts its people and environment first – a place where progress is measured in gross national happiness not GDP, and that’s not just carbon neutral, but carbon negative. It’s a place of lush forested valleys, fortified monasteries, sacred mountains, and art and architecture unique to the region. This journey begins in Paro and heads straight to Thimphu, where there are two days to discover the history and heritage of this charming and serene capital. Walk in the countryside and back in time with visits to the beautiful Punakha and Haa Valleys. Here the rural lifestyle and architecture of Bhutan is explored before returning to Paro. Finish with a true highlight – the spectacular Taktsang (the Tiger’s Nest), a small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor. A journey through the astonishing beauty of the people, landscape and culture of Bhutan will have your happiness levels off the scale.
Bhutan is perhaps the most mysterious and diverse of all the Himalayan kingdoms, where for centuries a traditional Buddhist culture has thrived in isolation from the rest of the world. It is a country that puts its people and environment first – a place where progress is measured in gross national happiness not GDP, and that’s not just carbon neutral, but carbon negative. It’s a place of lush forested valleys, fortified monasteries, sacred mountains, and art and architecture unique to the region. This journey begins in Paro and heads straight to Thimphu, where there are two days to discover the history and heritage of this charming and serene capital. Walk in the countryside and back in time with visits to the beautiful Punakha and Haa Valleys. Here the rural lifestyle and architecture of Bhutan is explored before returning to Paro. Finish with a true highlight – the spectacular Taktsang (the Tiger’s Nest), a small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor. A journey through the astonishing beauty of the people, landscape and culture of Bhutan will have your happiness levels off the scale.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Day 1:
Paro – Thimphu
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Day 2: Day 2:
Thimphu
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Day 3: Day 3:
Punakha
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Day 4: Day 4:
Punakha
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Day 5: Day 5:
Haa Valley
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Day 6: Day 6:
Haa Valley
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Day 7: Day 7:
Paro
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Day 8: Day 8:
Tiger's Nest Monastery – Paro
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Day 9: Day 9:
Paro
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- Comfortable Hotel (6 nights), Paro Spa Hotel Feature Stay (2 nights)
Meals
- 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle
Included Activities
- Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer
- Thimpu - Folk & Heritage Museum
- Thimpu - National Library
- Punakha Valley - Chimi Lhakhang
- Punakha - Punakha Dzong
- Punakha - Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten
- Paro - Tadzong Museum
- Paro - Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery hike
- Complimentary Airport Departure Transfer
- Any international flights to Thimphu and from Paro are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Bhutan: Dragon Kingdom tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION
COVID-19 Safety Measures
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Is this trip right for you:- Due to the high altitude of the places we visit some people can suffer altitude sickness, regardless of age, gender or fitness. It even happened to Sir Edmund Hillary! Please see the ‘Medical and Health Information’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
- The hike to Tiger’s Nest can be strenuous. The trek can take up to 5 hours and reach an altitude of 3120 metres.
- In Bhutan short distances can take much longer due to small, narrow roads and mountain passes.
- Motion sickness can be an issue on longer driving days on windy roads.
- All meals are included due to the nature of travelling in Bhutan. This means there may be limited choices on some days.
This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
- Wearing a mask, hand washing and general sanitizing has been implemented on this tour. Frequently touched surfaces are furthermore regularly disinfected.
- Distancing measures have been implemented to safeguard against COVID-19.
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