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Bhutan, 10 Days · Classic tour
Kingdom of Bhutan
The secrets of a happy kingdom
From Kathmandu to the mythical Dragon Kingdom: Bhutan, the place where the sky and the earth form a stunning landscape sheltered from the Himalayas; where the wellness of its people is measured by their level of happiness; where temples mark out hiking trails; where traditions are well and truly alive; and where the air still has a fragrance of sunshine. Join us and marvel at places such as Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro, but above all enjoy the journey, open your eyes and explore a country like no other, where time seems to have come to a standstill.
Departure date
Departures from June 2024 till September 2024
From
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Glasgow...
Travel details
City of origin - Kathmandu
Departure with destination Kathmandu. Night on board.
Kathmandu
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Kathmandu - Paro - Thimphu
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take an international flight to Paro, in Bhutan. The flight from Kathmandu to Paro is one of the most spectacular in the Himalayas. Upon arrival, we'll meet up with the guide and depart by road to the capital, Thimphu. We'll make a stop en route in Chuzom, where the Thimphu and Paro rivers meet. We'll see three types of stupas there: Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bhutanese. Shortly before reaching Chuzom, we'll get to admire Tachogang Lhakhang, known as the 'Temple of the Excellent Horse', which dates back to the fifteenth century. Legend has it that it was built after the visit of Balaha, the excellent horse and a manifestation of Chenrezig, a.k.a. the Buddha of Compassion. Lunch at a local restaurant. Arrival in Thimphu and check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, we'll take a stroll along the main street and around the market. Arrival at the craft bazaar. Dinner in the hotel. Accommodation.
Thimphu
Breakfast. Departure to visit Kuensel Phodrang, known as 'Buddha Point', from where we'll enjoy great views of the valley. It's home to the largest Buddha statue in all of Bhutan. Once there, we'll set off on a two-hour hike to Changangkha Lhakhang, a temple that looks like a fortress and is also a monastic school, built in the twelfth century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Shigpo. In the grounds there's a statue of Chenrezig with eleven heads. Lunch at a local restaurant. Onward journey to Pangri Zampa, one of the oldest monasteries in the country. Afterwards, we'll visit the Post Office, a traditional paper production centre and, in the afternoon, the Trashi Chho Dzong Fortress, where the royal throne is located. Return to hotel. Dinner in the hotel. Accommodation.
Thimphu - Punakha
Breakfast. Departure by road to Punakha through the Dochula Mountain Pass, set at 3,080 metres above sea level. En route we'll visit Chimi Lhakhang, on a walk lasting about an hour and a half. It's also known as the Temple of Fertility. It's believed that childless couples wanting children are blessed with fertility if they go to pray there. The road to the temple is lined with rice fields. Lunch at a local restaurant. After check-in at the hotel, we'll visit Punakha Dzong, built at the confluence of two rivers. This was the capital of the Kingdom until 1955 and today is used as a winter residence. Return to hotel. Dinner in the hotel. Accommodation.
Punakha - Paro
Breakfast. Onward journey by road to Paro. On the way, we'll visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress in the country, which today houses the School of Buddhist Studies. Arrival in Paro and check in at the hotel. Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit to Ta Dzong, home to the National Museum, and Rinpung Dzong. Return to hotel. Dinner in the hotel. Accommodation.
Paro
Breakfast. Excursion to the Tiger's Nest Monastery, one of the best-known in Bhutan. The trek, about five hours long, will have an unforgettable reward at the end. Guru Rinpoche is said to have arrived there riding a tiger. All Bhutanese people visit this sacred place at least once during their lifetime. Afterwards, transfer by road to Drukgyel Dzong, the remains of a fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought against the Tibetan invaders. In the afternoon, we'll visit the Kyichu Lhakhang Temple, the construction of which marked the introduction of Buddhism into Bhutan. Return to hotel. Dinner in the hotel. Accommodation.
Paro - Kathmandu
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take a flight back to Kathmandu. Arrival, transfer to hotel and overnight stay.
Kathmandu - City of origin
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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International flight Kathmandu - Paro - Kathmandu.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Transfers according to the itinerary.
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Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.
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English-speaking guide in Bhutan.
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Entry visa to Bhutan.
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Government fees.
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Diet: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners.
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Insolvency protection.
Your trip doesn't include
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Visa to enter in Nepal.
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Nepal are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Nepal.
- Please check which documents are required to enter the country.
- To process your visa, please send us a copy of your passport, recent passport photos, and a copy of your travel insurance.
- Triple rooms in Bhutan are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Bhutan.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.