Bhutan Cultural Tour with 3 Days Chelela Trek – 8 Days
Trip Itinerary
Bhutan houses hundreds of sacred monasteries, stupas, religious institutions, prayer flags and prayer wheels. In fact the country’s religion is intricately woven with its every-day cultural practices. Bhutan Cultural Tour with 3 days Chelela Trek helps you get acquainted with the Dragon Kingdom’s unique culture while also exposing you to its beautiful landscape with 3 days of amazing trekking experience. The tour begins in Paro with visits to the town’s landmarks like Kichu Lhakhang temple and the Drugyal Dzong. Next, you will hike to the highly venerated Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery which will also help with acclimatization. The three days trek begins in Sagala and ends in Chele La pass. Drive to Thimphu and Punakha and visit several significant religious and cultural landmarks. The Bhutan Cultural Tour with 3 Days Chelela Trek finally ends in Paro where it began.
Overview
Arrival City
Paro, Bhutan
Departure City
Paro, Bhutan
Lodging Level
Hotel (Meri Puensum Resort)
Meals
7 breakfast, 7 lunch, 7 dinner
Trip Grade
Light+Moderate
Maximum Altitude
3,988m/13,085ft
Attractions
Paro, Chele La Pass, Punakha, Tiger's Nest Monastery
Activity
Trekking and Hiking, Cultural and Historical Tours
Styles
Active Adventures, Family Holiday
Outline Itinerary
| Itinerary | Maximum Altitude | Walking/Hiking |
|---|---|---|
| Day 01 Arrival and sightseeing in Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 02 Acclimatization hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery | 3,180m/10,434ft | 4-5 hrs |
| Day 03 Drive from Paro to Haa, trek to Sagala, trek starts | 3,150m/10,335ft | 3-4 hrs |
| Day 04 Trek Sagala pass to Ningula | 3,850m/12,632ft | 6 hrs |
| Day 05 Ningula to Chele La pass, drive to Thimphu, trek ends | 3,988m/13,085ft | 6 hrs |
| Day 06 Thimphu to Punakha | 1,250m/4,101ft | - |
| Day 07 Punakha to Paro | 2,250m/7,382ft | - |
| Day 08 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 (full board) will be made available on the trip. 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.
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