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Bhutan Encounters (Small Group)

Summary:

Experience Bhutan's majestic landscapes, ancient fortresses, vibrant festivals, and unique culture on this unforgettable 8-day adventure. Hike to Tiger's Nest, explore dzongs, and connect with local life at a traditional homestay

Duration
8 Days
Countries
5
Next Departure
08-Apr-2025
Starting at
USD 2,645.00
USD 2,250.00
Price per day
USD 281.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Encounters Travel
Tour
Bhutan Encounters
Travel Style
Small Group
Group Size
1 - 12
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Map: Bhutan Encounters (Encounters Travel)

Summary

Experience Bhutan's majestic landscapes, ancient fortresses, vibrant festivals, and unique culture on this unforgettable 8-day adventure. Hike to Tiger's Nest, explore dzongs, and connect with local life at a traditional homestay

Day 1
Kuzuzangpo La! And Welcome To Bhutan. Afternoon Si...
Day 2
Journey Over The Scenic Dochu La Pass, Visit The F...
Day 3
Walk To Khamsum Yuelley Namgyel Chorten, Visit Pun...
Day 4
Explore Phobjikha Valley On A Nature Walk, Visit T...
Day 5
Head To Bhutan's Modern Capital Thimphu, Via Wangd...
Day 6
Exploring Thimphu, Visit The Memorial Chorten, Fol...
Day 7
Hike To Taktsang Monastery
Day 8
Free Time In Paro Until Transferring To The Airpor...

Travel Countries (5): Bhutan, India, Nepal, Singapore, Thailand

Travel Cities (8): Agra, Bangkok, Kathmandu, Kolkata, New Delhi, Paro, Singapore, Thimpu

Details

This 8-day adventure through Bhutan is a captivating journey through a land where ancient traditions meet modern aspirations. From the moment you arrive at Paro International Airport, often hailed as the world's most beautiful, you'll be immersed in a realm of breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture.

Explore historic fortresses like Paro Dzong and Ta Dzong, now a museum housing exquisite artifacts. Discover the art of incense making, hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest monastery perched on a cliff, and witness the unique Takin, Bhutan's national animal. Journey over high mountain passes, visit sacred temples, and wander through bustling markets in the capital city of Thimphu.

But this tour offers more than just sightseeing. You'll experience authentic Bhutanese life with a homestay in the Phobjikha Valley, sharing meals and stories with a local family. You'll witness the resilience of Bhutanese architecture at the ruined Wangdue Phodrang Dzong and perhaps even catch the excitement of an archery tournament.

This is a journey that will awaken your senses, challenge your body, and nourish your soul. It's an opportunity to connect with a culture that values happiness and harmony, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.

We've carefully selected some of our departure dates to coincide with Bhutan's vibrant tsechus – religious festivals that bring the dzongs (fortresses) to life with colorful masked dances, lively processions, and unique cultural performances. These festivals offer a rare glimpse into Bhutan's spiritual heart and are a truly unforgettable experience.

To ensure you fully immerse yourself in these captivating celebrations, we may adjust the itinerary slightly on these special departure dates. This allows us to maximize your time at the festivals and also takes into account the limited accommodation availability during these popular events.

Flights to Bhutan are available with Druk Air, the national airline, with convenient connections from Singapore, Bangkok, Delhi, Kolkata, and Kathmandu.

Want to extend your adventure beyond Bhutan? We offer a range of options to combine this tour with time in Nepal and/or India:

- Temples, Dzongs and Taj - This tour combines our Bhutan Encounters tour with an exploration of the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal and time visiting Delhi and Agra (including the Taj Mahal) in India.
- Himalayan Kingdoms - This tour add times in Nepal before and after our Bhutan Encounters Tour.

Included in Price

  • 6 nights in carefully selected 3-star level hotels1 night at a traditional village homestay in the Gangtey regionAll meals as indicated in the itinerary24/7 airport transfer serviceAll transport in private vehicles with driverBhutan visa fee (worth US$40)Bhutan government Sustainable Development Fee (worth US$100/ night)Professional licensed local tour guide throughoutA wealth of local experiences

NOT included in price

  • International flights (available on request)Travel insurance (compulsory)Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. Laundry)Entrance fees to sites visited (budget approx. US$70 p/p)Tips for tour leader and driverAny other items not mentioned above

Travel Package

 

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Going to

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Paro

Arrow Going To

Agra

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