Wonders of Bhutan - 7 Days

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Uncover the Land of the Thunder Dragon, on this 7 day group tour of Bhutan. Set off from Paro to explore the capital city of Thimphu, the spectacular Punakha Valley and the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Tiger’s Nest Monastery - Hike up to this famous Buddhist monastery, perched on a cliff face
    • Punakha Valley - Visit the beautiful Punakha Dzong, hike up to Chimi Lhakhand Temple and camp beside the scenic Mo Chu River
    • Paro - Enjoy a guided tour of the city, including the National Museum and Rinphung Dzong
    • Thimphu - Explore Bhutan’s capital city on a full day sightseeing tour including Memorial Chorten
    • Dochula Pass - Marvel at the spectacular Himalayan peaks and surrounding landscapes
    • Villages of Talo or Nobgang - Explore the ancestral home of the Queen Mothers of Bhutan

What's this trip about?

    Uncover the Land of the Thunder Dragon, on this 7 day group tour of Bhutan. Set off from Paro to explore the capital city of Thimphu, the spectacular Punakha Valley and the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityParo
End CityParo

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Paro
  • Punakha
  • Thimphu

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 16

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners
    • 5 nights 3-4 star hotels and 1 night camping near the banks of scenic Mo Chu River
    • Airport arrival and departure transfer on day 1 & day 7 (only)
    • Guided sightseeing of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and the Punakha Valley
    • Traditional Bhutanese dinner at a farm house, giving you the opportunity to interact with a local family
    • Escorted by a licensed English-speaking local tour guide
    • All relevant transfers and transportation in private A/C vehicles
    • Entrance fees to all included sightseeing
    • All Bhutan government royalties and taxes
    • Bhutan Visa fee and travel Permit (excludes visa admin fee of USD$40 pp, payable upon arrival)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Paro

Saturday. Welcome to Bhutan and the start of your holiday! You’ll be met at Paro Airport and transferred to your hotel to enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day : 2 Thimphu

Paro - Thimphu. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of the National Museum, housed within the old watch tower Ta Dzong perched on a hilltop overlooking the city. After browsing the museum’s exhibits we head to the impressive Rinphung Dzong, the backdrop for the Hollyw...

Day : 3 Thimphu

An intriguing blend of modernity and antiquity, Thimphu - Bhutan’s capital, allows travellers to step away from the typical tourist experience and be part of something wholly unique. Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing, including stops at the Memorial Chorten - a...

Day : 4 Punakha

Thimphu - Punakha Valley. An early start this morning takes us on the road to Punakha, climbing up through oak, pine and rhododendron forest to reach Dochu La Pass (3050m). After a short break we continue onto the spectacular Punakha Valley, where we enjoy a scenic 1....

Day : 5 Punakha

Punakha - Paro. After an early breakfast, we hike for approximately 2 - 2.5 hours, up through rice fields and along the banks of the Mo Chu river to the Khamsum Yuelley Namgyal Chorten, a stunning temple located on a hill with picturesque views of the valley below. We...

Day : 6 Paro

Taktshang Pelphung Monastery or Tiger’s Nest Monastery as it is often referred to, is one of the most venerated and famous of Bhutan’s monasteries. It is located on the face of a sheer 900m cliff above the floor of Paro Valley. Today we embark on a scenic 4 - 6 hour h...

Day : 7 Paro

Friday. After breakfast, our tour concludes and we bid you farewell, after transferring you to Paro airport to meet your onward flight.

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$409
Last Updated: 12/18/2024
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Departures are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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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.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights, Bhutan visa administration fee payable upon arrival USD$40
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Accommodation

3-4 star
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
18 yrs or 16 yrs with an adult
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