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8 Days Bhutan Cultural Tour with 2-Day Bumdrak Trek
This 8-Day trip offers an eye-opening adventure into Bhutan's rich ancient culture & abundance of nature through the hearts of 4 western districts. You will go on nature hikes, appreciate the pristine natural environment, explore rural villages, and gain firsthand experience on its culture and people.On Day 6 of your trip, you will trek to one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites called Bumdrak located on the mountain meadow at an elevation of 3,860m. The trail takes you through green lush forests following ancient trails and enjoying breathtaking views of Paro valley. Camping will be on a serene mountain meadow adorned with Chortens (sacred Buddhist stupa) and fluttering prayer flags. Your return journey back to Paro will be via the most recognized site in Bhutan, 17th-century Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), built on an 800-meter rock cliff sacred site founded in the 8th-century.
6 Days Explore the Hidden Kingdom of Bhutan
On this 6 Days 5 Nights adventure through the hearts of 4 western districts of Bhutan, you’ll go on nature hikes and appreciate the pristine natural environment, explore and ramble through rural villages and gain firsthand experience on its culture and people. Come visit Bhutan with us and explore one of the most unique and extraordinary countries in the world. Bhutan has both natural beauty and cultural wealth so carefully preserved and passed down from generation to generation, that visitors are not surprised to hear its nickname ‘Kingdom of Happiness’. Tucked away deep in the eastern Himalayas between the mighty neighbours – China to the north and India to the south, Bhutan remained isolated for centuries from the rest of the world until it opened its door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan is one of the most beautiful and least travelled countries in the world and the last Vajrayana Buddhist Kingdom.
12 Days Wonders of Bhutan With 3-Day Gangtey Nature Trek
On this 12 days 11 nights journey, you will venture out into the magical Kingdom of Bhutan with a private expert guide and discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes dotted with impressive fortresses and temples. Meet and mingle with the local people from all walks of life and get first-hand experience on what makes Bhutan a unique destination in the world.This trip includes a 3-day enriching trek through several beautiful villages and monasteries, forests of juniper, bamboo, magnolia, rhododendrons and over small streams of cold, clear mountain water. offering beautiful views of the country with mostly gentle, forested slopes.Bhutan, a tiny Kingdom hidden by the staggering mountains of the Himalayas remained in self-imposed isolation until it opened door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan still remains largely untouched by worldly influence and holds strongly on to its age-old traditions.
16 Days Amazing Bhutan From East to West
Explore deep inside Bhutan from the remotest alpine village in the east to the capital city in the west giving you insights into the food, cultural and linguistic diversity of a small Kingdom of less than 800,000 population. There are around 20 languages spoken across the country and on this trip, you will come across communities speaking 7 different languages, enjoy stunning landscapes dotted with secluded ornate temples and pristine environment rich in countless flora and fauna.You'll travel through the hearts of 4 eastern districts - Trashigang, Trashiyangtse, Mongar & Lhuentse; 2 central districts - Bumthang & Trongsa; and 4 western districts - Wangdue Phodrang, Punakha, Thimphu & Paro. In Trashigang, you'll visit the remote village of Merak and spend 2 nights with the local community to understand their unique customs and culture, explore the pristine village. Merak and its neighboring village Sakteng was opened to tourism only in 2010 with great caution to safeguard its uniqueness.
9 Days Authentic Bhutan Tour By Local Guides
Get up close with the local people and the natural environment they live in. On this 9 days 8 nights journey, you will venture out into this magical Kingdom with a private expert guide and discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes and majestic eastern Himalayan mountain ranges.This exhilarating journey will also take you to the cultural heartland of Bhutan where you can immerse yourself into Bhutan’s rich Buddhist culture and find inner peace among the ornate fortresses and secluded temples. Meet and mingle with the local people from all walks of life who have one thing in common – smiles on their faces. Get first-hand experience on what makes Bhutan a unique destination in the world.
17 Days Jomolhari Laya Gasa Trekking Adventure in Bhutan
The Laya-Gasa Trek is considered one of the most scenic treks in Bhutan, offering amazing views of some of the most pristine and unspoiled landscapes in Bhutan. This 17-day, 217 km journey begins at Drukgyel in Paro and takes you through gorgeous alpine meadows, high mountain passes and dense sub-tropical jungles before terminating in Damji in Tashithang in the district of Gasa.Along the trail, you’ll be able to spot indigenous animals such as blue sheep and Takins, the national animal of Bhutan. You’ll travel through remote mountain villages inhabited by Layaps (people of Laya), a distinct segment of the Bhutanese society with unique culture, traditions and appearance. The trek also offers a day of relaxation at the famous Gasa hot springs that is sure to rejuvenate you.This is one of the more difficult treks offered in Bhutan due to high altitudes and steep ascents and descents. The best seasons to complete this challenge are in April-June and Mid-September to Mid-November.
Magical Nepal Bhutan Tour - 15 Days
This Magical Nepal Bhutan Tour offer visitors the perfect insight, while highlighting many traditional landmarks and culture customs of both the Nepalese and Bhutanese people. The skills of the the local artisans are so vivid in the handicrafts that, it never fails to amaze visitors to these two Himalayan kingdom.
7 Days The Magical Kingdom of Bhutan
This 6 Nights 7 Days cultural tour is one of the most popular tours in Bhutan filled with gentle nature hikes through the pristine forests and secluded hills dotted with ornate ancient temples and majestic fortresses (Dzongs). Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the only carbon negative country in the world with 70% of its land under forest cover and the constitution mandates that 60% of the land must remain under forest cover at all times.Guided by the development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH), it embraces modernization with utmost care balancing economic development with spiritual and social wellbeing, environmental sustainability and cultural preservation all within the framework of good governance.
14 Days Bhutan Cultural Tour With 2-Day Trek in Bumthang Valley
Travel to five western districts of Bhutan and delve in to discover why this tiny Kingdom chose to remain secluded for centuries. Visit magnificent fortresses and temples that dot hilltops and strategic locations against the backdrop of soaring mountains adorned with snows and forests. Marvel at the pristine environment and age-old traditions of the magical Kingdom of Bhutan so well preserved that the outside world calls it ‘Last Shangri-La’.This 14 Days and 13 Nights trip include a 2-Day trek in the central Bhutan district of Bumthang known as the ‘cultural heartland of Bhutan’. The 2-Day trek is fairly easy that takes you through rich forests, beautiful valleys and along crystal-clear rivers filled with trouts. There are plenty of ancient temples to visit and pass through a number of typical Bhutanese villages where you can stop and rest offering you an opportunity to understand the culture and traditions of Bhutan.
Discover Bhutan in 4 Days
Perfect for discerning travelers with a limited time frame to get away from busy materialistic city life into the pristine natural environment, stunning landscapes and get pampered with Bhutanese hospitality. This 4 Days 3 Nights journey will take you to remote monasteries and encounter the mindful Buddhist way of life that earned the country its nickname ‘Kingdom of Happiness’. On the 2nd day of this trip, you will hike to the famous Paro Taktsang or Tiger’s Nest built on the face of the 800m rock cliff.There’s nowhere quite like Bhutan. The tiny Buddhist Kingdom, squeezed between India and China, is cautiously embracing modern development guided by the philosophy of Gross National Happiness while still preserving its age-old tradition and ancient culture. Delve deep inside the Bhutanese way of life with an expert local guide and discover what brings smiles to the faces of the people of Bhutan.
10 Days Druk Path Trek in Pristine Bhutan
The best times to embark on this exhilarating trek are from March to June and September to November. Druk Path Trek is one of the most popular treks in Bhutan as it passes through stunning landscapes, high Himalayan ridges and pristine lakes at altitudes ranging from 2400m to 4200m with rich flora and fauna. Trekking in Autumn and Spring offers an opportunity to interact with yak herders around one of the campsites and understand their high altitude semi-nomadic lifestyles. Although graded Moderate to Difficult, Druk Path Trek is fairly an easy hike to undertake as distances between rest camps are shorter. This trek offers stunning views of Mt. Gangkar Puensum, the highest unscaled peak in the world.Day 2 of the trip is spent acclimatizing by hiking up to the famous iconic landmark in Bhutan, Taktsang Monastery at 3120m and visit some places of interest or shopping if you wish in the afternoon of Day 8 in Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan.
10-Day Private Cultural Tour in Bhutan with Samtengang Trek
The journey will take you through the core of four western districts of Bhutan: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, and Wangdue Phodrang with 4 days of memorable trekking which starts from Punakha and finishes in Wangdue Phodrang.This trek is short and a pleasant journey through pristine forests and passes some of the remote villages of Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang dotted by historical and religious sites. It is a fairly easy trek as the altitude only ranges between 1100m – 1900m and the climate is warm throughout the hike.The trail takes you through forests of rhododendron and oak, through the villages of Sha and Chungsakha, and across the longest footbridge in Bhutan. While this trek is available throughout the winter the best times to embark on this beautiful journey are from March to June and September to November. The trail is approximately 54km in length.
10 Days Bhutan In-depth Culture & Nature Travel Experience
This is a responsible and sustainable tour that directly helps local communities and guarantees authentic experiences with minimal impact on the environment.Experience the amazing cultural heritage and traditions of Bhutan from dazzling ancient festivals and secluded peaceful monasteries to the spectacular fortresses and beautiful valleys that will leave you with unforgettable memories.Get up close with the hospitable people of Bhutan and the natural environment they live in with our passionate and expert local guide who knows the places inside out.
14 Days Cultural Journey With Nature Trek in Central Bhutan
This two-week cultural journey through the six districts of Bhutan – Paro, Bumthang, Trongsa, Wangdue Phodrang, Punakha and Thimphu offers a deep understanding of Bhutan’s rich culture and traditions that have remained untouched for centuries. The trip includes 5 days of easy and enjoyable trekking around scenic extreme remote villages in the central Bhutan district of Trongsa. The climate is warm and pleasant as the trail stays between 1000-1500m in altitude and there is a wide array of flora and fauna observable along the route including the rare Golden Langur, Red Pandas, Himalayan Black Bears, Rhesus Monkeys, Rufous-necked Hornbills and Clouded Leopards.Hikers on this trek will have plenty of opportunities to experience traditional rural life as they will spend nights in the villages where people respect and consider nature as a source of all lives. In some of the villages, the women folks will put together cultural shows full of singing and dancing for visitors.
13 Days Jomolhari Trek From Paro To Thimphu Via Lingzhi
Lace up your boots and venture beyond traditional trekking into Bhutan’s iconic Jomolhari Trek from Paro to Thimphu via Lingzhi, through scenic Himalayan mountains, stunning landscapes, pristine forests and mirror lakes.This 13-Day journey includes full day excursion in Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan and a hike to the famous Paro Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) precariously perched on the face of a rock cliff. The actual trekking is for 9 Days (days 3-11) which starts from Paro valley and ends in Thimphu. Jomolhari Trek is longer than the Jomolhari Loop – the most popular trekking route in Bhutan. With altitude differences of 2,500m and nearly 5,000m it offers a wide range of landscapes, fauna and flora. The highlight of this trek is the spectacular view of Mount Jomolhari from Jomolhari Basecamp (Jangothang) and interacting with unique highlanders at an alpine village called Laya.
6 Days Best of Bhutan Tour
On this 6 Days 5 Nights adventure through the hearts of 4 western districts of Bhutan, you’ll go on nature hikes and appreciate the pristine natural environment, explore and ramble through rural villages and gain firsthand experience on its culture and people. Come visit Bhutan with us and explore one of the most unique and extraordinary countries in the world.Bhutan remained isolated for centuries from the rest of the world until it opened its door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan is one of the most beautiful and least traveled countries in the world and the last living Vajrayana Buddhist Kingdom.Bhutan has both natural beauty and cultural wealth so carefully preserved and passed down from generation to generation, that visitors are not surprised to hear its nickname ‘Kingdom of Happiness’.
5 Days Glimpse of Bhutan
This 5 days 4 nights trip will present a true Glimpse of Bhutan and imbibe in you what it takes for the tiny Buddhist Kingdom to emerge as a unique tourist destination. The journey will take you through the hearts of three western districts of Bhutan – Paro, capital city Thimphu and fertile Punakha valley which all exhibit strength and tenacity of a nation known for preserving its ancient Buddhist culture and living in harmony with its pristine natural environment.You will visit major historical and religious centers including a 4-5 hour return hike to the most spectacular tourist attraction, Paro Taktsang which was originally built in 1692 on a sheer 800-meter rock cliff and 2 hour hike through the beautiful valley in Punakha. En route to Punakha stop at a sacred mountain pass Dochu La at (3,150m/10,335ft) from where you can see, if weather permits, a grand panoramic view of some of the highest snow-capped peaks in Bhutan.
10 Days Essence of BHUTAN
On this 10-day journey covering 4 western and 2 central districts of Bhutan, we’ll get you up-close and personal with the local people, eat and live like a local, broaden your adventure by going beyond tourist activities and enjoy experiences that are truly authentic and deeply immersive that will leave you with memories for a lifetime. You will explore the essence of this magical Kingdom with a private expert guide and discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes and majestic eastern Himalayan Mountain ranges and the pristine natural environment that made Bhutan the only carbon-negative country in the world.Hidden by the staggering mountains of the Himalayas, Bhutan chose to remain in self-imposed isolation until it opened its door to the outside world in the 1960s and to this day, it still remains largely untouched by the worldly influence and holds strongly on to its age-old traditions.
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