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Wonders of Bhutan

National Geographic Journeys

Summary:

Set out on an adventure through the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, the only country in the world that measures its progress in terms of happiness. Explore timeless mountain villages, spectacular fortresses, and ornate shrines as you travel across thi...

Duration
10 Days
Cities
4
Next Departure
30-Mar-2024
Starting at
USD 4,699.00
Price per day
USD 470.00

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National Geographic Journeys
Tour
Wonders of Bhutan
Sub-Title
National Geographic Journeys
Travel Style
Small Group Tour with More Flexibility
Group Size
1 - 12
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Map: Wonders of Bhutan (G Adventures)

Summary

Set out on an adventure through the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, the only country in the world that measures its progress in terms of happiness. Explore timeless mountain villages, spectacular fortresses, and ornate shrines as you travel across this bastion of Buddhist culture, and meet local people from different walks of life to gain insights into the secrets of Bhutan’s wellbeing.

Day 1
Paro/Thimphu
Day 2
Thimphu/Punakha
Day 3
Punakha
Day 4
Punakha/Gangtey
Day 5
Gangtey
Day 6
Gangtey/Thimphu
Day 7
Thimphu/Haa
Day 8
Haa/Paro
Day 9
Paro
Day 10
Paro

Travel Cities (4): Dochula Pass, Paro, Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Visit one of the most remote countries in the world, enjoy a meeting and lecture with a monk about Buddhist culture in Bhutan, learn how to cook ema datshi (chili cheese) with a local farm family, hike along peaceful nature trails and thrilling cliffs, experience the pristine and peaceful nature of the "Dragon Kingdom"
  • Set out on an adventure through the remote Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, the only country in the world that measures its progress in terms of happiness. Explore timeless mountain villages, spectacular fortresses, and ornate shrines as you travel across this bastion of Buddhist culture, and meet local people from different walks of life to gain insights into the secrets of Bhutan’s wellbeing.

Included in Price

  • 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 9 dinners
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Meet a Buddhist Monk, Thimphu
    Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Family Farm Meal, Gangtey Gonpa
    Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Lecture on Gross National Happiness, Thimphu. Arrival and departure transfer. Sustainable Development Fees. Visit the Rimpung Dzong. Hike to Punakha Dzong monastery and fertility shrine. Visit the town of Wangdue and walk to Khamsum Yueley Chorten shrine. Visit the village of Khewa. Black-Necked Crane Centre visit. Hike to the monastery of Gangtey Goempa. Walk across Phobjikha and Khewa valleys. Visit the National Library, the Institute for Zorig Chusum (arts and crafts) and the Thimphu Chorten. Hike to Kila Goempa nunnery. Explore shrines and temples of the Haa Valley. Visit the fortress of Drukgyal Dzong and hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest). Visit Kyichu Lhakhang Temple. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Travel Package

 

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Paro

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Paro

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