Bhutan and Its Buddhist Traditions

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The purpose of this trip is to evoke an understanding of bhutan and perhaps a spiritual awakening through the study and use of colors within the context of cosmology, astrology and buddhist teaching. Led by an individual who is well-versed in the use of color and buddhist teachings in bhutan, the journey takes you  from paro in the west to bumthang in the c...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Paro
    • Experience the nature in Tang Valley
    • Visit Trongsa
    • Explore Punakha
    • Visit Pangri zampa Temple and Simtokha Dzong
    • Visit Chendebji Chorten

What's this trip about?

    The purpose of this trip is to evoke an understanding of bhutan and perhaps a spiritual awakening through the study and use of colors within the context of cosmology, astrology and buddhist teaching. Led by an individual who is well-versed in the use of color and buddhist teachings in bhutan, the journey takes you  from paro in the west to bumthang in the center of the country, but in a most unusual fashion. Along the way, you will go through a buddhist cleansing ceremony, make a mandala with local monks, meet with an indigenous doctor and talk with and listen to some of the master teachers. You also have the opportunity to participate in different rituals and offerings, such as the dued ritual, a tsokhor offering or tsa tsa making. The Climax of the Trip is a Pilgrimage to Sacred Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityParo
End CityBhutan

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Religious
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Festivals & Special Events
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Airfare from Asia to Paro – Broken out separately
    • Accommodations as listed, including all service charges and taxes
    • All ground transfers
    • All private excursions with expert English-speaking guides
    • All meals as indicated with B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner
    • Bhutan visa

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Paro and Drive to Thimphu – Sunset at Great Buddha

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Thimphu Towers, Norkill Or Dusit

Check in at the Druk Air counter at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight to Bhutan.

Be sure to bring your visa letter and your e-ticket. At the Druk Air counter, yo...

Day 2: Mandala Making and Offering. Weekend Market. Meeting with Indigenous Doctor. Talk with Master and Offering.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Thimphu Towers, Norkill Or Dusit

You start the day with a cleansing ceremony. A renowned Buddhist monk will be requested to conduct the ritual, and you do this before breakfast.

After breakfast yo...

Day 3: Memorial Chorten, Textile Museum And Paper Factory, Afternoon Dued Ritual at Paga Monastery In Thimphu, Talk By Chief Astrologer

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation:  Thimphu Towers, Norkill Or Dusit

You begin the day with a visit to the Memorial Chorten, circumambulating it with the locals, and perhaps lighting candles for someone you love.

Then you can explor...

Day 4: Fly Bumthang – April – Visit Jambay, Kurjey, Tamshing and Pm Tsokhor Offering. June – Attend Kurjey Tsechu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation:  Jakar Village Lodge Or Amankora Bumthang

Today you head back to Paro Airport to catch a flight to Bumthang.

In April, after checking into your hotel, you can visit some of the local temples – Jamb...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,125
Price per day$466
Single supplement (single occupancy)$475
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

Below mentioned proces are based on US dollars:

Estimated Airfare

Per person estimated International Economy air:

BKK/PBH/BKK - $1037, DEL/PBH/DEL - $678, KTM/PBH/KTM - $447, SIN/PBH/SIN - $1,060

Per person estimated International Business air:

BKK/PBH/BKK - $1160, DEL/PBH/DEL - $832, KTM/PBH/KTM - $514, SIN/PBH/SIN - $1,750

Per Person Base Land Price

  •  May: $4,295 - 3-10 people) and  $6,150 - one person
  • June: $3,595 - 3-10 people) and $5,395 – One person

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel Insurance
    • International airfare
    • Lodging between your destination and United States
    • Meals where not indicated with a B,L,D
    • Tips/gratuity (porters, drivers, local guides, etc.)
    • Domestic and international airport taxes
    • Other items of a personal nature including laundry, alcoholic beverages, etc.

Accommodation

  • Thimphu Towers, Norkill Or Dusit
  • Jakar Village Lodge Or Amankora Bumthang
  • Dhumra Farm Boutique Resort, Kunzang Zhing Or Uma Punakha
  • Gangtey Palace, Nak-Sel Boutique Hotel And Spa Or Uma Paro, Aamankora, Spirit Sanctuary Zhiwaling Or Six Senses
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Meals Included

9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 9 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities
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