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Trip Itinerary
Experience Bhutan’s unique culture with sightseeing tours and admire its rich biodiversity with day hikes
Cultural Tour and Day Hikes in Bhutan is a magical trip which is a mix of cultural tours and day hikes. On the trip you experience the country’s unique culture along with its rich biodiversity. The tiny kingdom is home to UNESCO’s 10 centers for bio-diversity, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in sub-tropical to Arctic-like climate.
Our 12-day Cultural Tour and Day Hikes in Bhutan begins from the scenic Paro valley and moves along to Thimphu, Punakha, Bumthang, and Wangdue, finally ending with a hike to the very famous Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery. Throughout the journey, you embark on a number of amazing hikes; tour the kingdom’s imposing dzongs (fortresses) and countless monasteries while also enjoying the diverse Bhutanese landscape.
Overview
Arrival City
Paro, Bhutan
Departure City
Paro, Bhutan
Lodging Level
4-Star Hotel (Meri Puensum Resort)
Meals
12 breakfast, 11 lunch, 11 dinne
Trip Grade
Light
Maximum Altitude
3,988m/13,085ft
Activity
Trekking and Hiking, Cultural and Historical Tours
Styles
Family Holiday
Outline Itinerary
| Itinerary | Maximum Altitude | Walking/Hiking |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Arrival and sightseeing in Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 2 Excursion to Chele La Pass then drive to Thimphu | 3,988m/13,085ft | - |
| Day 3 Sightseeing in Thimphu | 2,320m/7,612ft | - |
| Day 4 Thimphu to Punakha | 1,250m/4,101ft | - |
| Day 5 Punakha Village Tour | 1,250m/4,101ft | - |
| Day 6 Punakha to Bumthang | 2,850m/9,351ft | - |
| Day 7 Sightseeing in Bumthang | 2,850m/9,351ft | - |
| Day 8 Excursion to Tang Valley then back to Bumthang | 2,850m/9,351ft | 3 hrs |
| Day 9 Bumthang to Wangdue | 1,240m/4,068ft | - |
| Day 10 Wangdue to Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 11 Hike to Tigers Nest Monastery | 3,180m/10,434ft | 4-5 hrs |
| Day 12 Final Departure | - | - |
- Accommodation in Standard Hotels on Twin Sharing Basis
For Your Information, International flights aren’t included. Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request a private room. Also, you can upgrade to better hotels in the mountain and even in the cities. For your customized services, please specify during the booking process or contact our Destination & Products Specialist.
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included during your stay in Bhutan. A variety of meals are available in most hotels the most popular being Indian, Chinese, and the more common continental food. Non-vegetarian dishes are generally available in most parts of Bhutan – pork, beef, chicken, and fish. The best advice is to ask the hotel and restaurant to recommend what is fresh and in season.
Hotels in Bhutan are approved and classified by the government as grade A, B and C. These government approved hotels are equivalent to 3-4 star hotels elsewhere. Based on availability at the time of booking, we will be accommodated in A grade hotels in Paro and Thimpu and B grade hotel in Punakha, Wangdue and Bumthang. We use Tashi Namgay Resort or similar in Paro, Hotel Namgay Heritage in Thimpu, Meri Puensum Resort in Punakha, Dragon’s Nest Resort in Wangdue, and Hotel Peling in Bumthang. All accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. Single supplement will be served on request and will cost USD 630.
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