Discover the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan by taking this cultural tour. Visits to ancient Dzongs (forts), monasteries, museums, cultural centers and excursions to picturesque villages are in there in your itinerary.
Your journey starts from Paro, the only place in Bhutan low enough to have an airstrip. You get to survey the ancient Drugyel Dzong in Paro and capture the awesome view of the entire valley from Ta-Dzong. A scenic drive to the capital city Thimphu where you get to discover the rich Bhutanese heritage and culture. Gangtey, another stop in your itinerary has the famous Monastery ‘Gangtey Gompa’ which is perched atop of a small hill that rises from the valley floor and is the only Nyingmapa Monastery on the western side of the Black mountains. The monastery is surrounded by a large village inhabited mainly by the families of the 140 Gomchens (Lay Monks). Experience Bhutanese art and culture by visiting the Art & Craft School, National Library, Royal Goldsmith Workshop and Handicraft centers.
TRIP FACTS:
Trip length: 12 Days
Trip type: Cultural Tour
Starts in: Paro
Ends in: Paro
Accommodation: Hotel and guest house
Maximum altitude: 3950m
HIGHLIGHTS:
Fantastic introduction to cultural delights of Paro
Mesmerizing sight of Mount Chomolhari from Drugyel dzong
Insightful visits to Art & Craft school, National Library, Royal Goldsmith workshop and handicraft centers
Fabulous excursion around Thimbu, Gangtey Gompa (2800m) Ura Village and Swiss farm
Close encounter with Bhutan’s culture in Bumthang and Wangduephodrang
Fulfilling hike to Taksang Monastary, most dotted site for Bhutanese
DATES:
Available for private group
PRICE:
Please contact us
INCLUDED:
Bhutan Tour on full board basis as per the Itinerary on twin share basis
Arrival/departure transfers
All sightseeing tours and transfers as per the itinerary with English speaking local guide
Private transfers by comfortable mini-bus
EXCLUDED:
Any airfare (you can fly to Paro from Kathmandu, Delhi or Bangkok) and Airport taxes.
Items of personal nature such as Bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, extra mileage and tips to drivers and guides etc.
Please note:This tour in Bhutan is often joined with a trip to Nepal, therefore this tour could start or finish in Kathmandu. Some clients have experienced a Nepalese Cultural tour or local sightseeing or maybe a trip to Chitwan National Park to just ‘chill out’.
A trip of this nature can me custom made to suit groups of people from all walks of life. Please contact us for further information.
CLASSIC LAYA TREK (19 Days)
This amazing trek offers you an experience you will never forget and not many people have been before you!
Laya is a perfect trek to capture a complete picture of Bhutan. You can taste Bhutan’s famous butter tea, yak milk and local brewed wine, watch cultural programs and customs.
En route to Laya the trekking trail weaves past Shana camp, Soi Thangthangkha, Jangothang, Lingshi, Chebisa, Shomuthang, Robluthang and Limithang. You trek along Koina, Gasa Hot springs, Geon Damji and Tashithang on a network of well maintained and rock strewn trails. Each of these detinations has its own distinct character, unique geographical features, surreal mountain vegetation, quaint hamlets, dzongs, open pastures, indigenous people, art and history are amid the seclusion and simplicity of Bhutan. The Hot Springs bath at Gasa Tshachu is an additional treat that makes your trek more memorable and undeniably worthwhile.
TRIP FACTS:
Trip length: 19 days
Grade: Moderate
Starts at: Paro
Ends at: Paro
Group size: Maximum 12
Transportation: private car
Accommodation: Hotel and camping
Maximum altitude: 4950m
HIGHLIGHTS:
An unparalled exploration of the secluded sections of Laya and meet most friendly Laya people and learn about their native way of life.
Memorable hot springs bath at Gasa Tshachu
A hike to Takstang Monastery
Sumptuous landscapes and beautiful views of Chomolhari (7320m) and Jichu Drake (6900m)
Stunning arrays of abundant wildlife, quaint villages and open pastures
Outstanding panorama views of Mt Gangchey ta (6800m) from Shinje La (4950m)
PRICE:
US$7725 per person on twin share basis (often group joining for this trip) required minimum of 3 participants to run this trip.
US$55 additional if no one to share the room with.
INCLUDED:
Accommodation at all places with meals
Transfers and sightseeing by a deluxe vehicle
Bhutan Govt Royalty
Tourism Development Fee
Visa Fee
An English speaking guide
Entrance fees to monuments etc
All applicable taxes
EXCLUDED:
International flights and Internal flights (nil)
Personal Insurance, evacuation and medical expenses of any kind
Expenses of personal nature like bar bills, telephone calls, laundry etc
