BHUTAN WALKING TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Bhutan's dramatic scenery with spectacular river valleys, snowcapped sacred mountains, terraced rice fields, and striking architecture
- Warm and welcoming Bhutanese people and a devout Buddhist culture
- Temples and monasteries accessible only on foot
- Stunning day hikes to remote villages
BHUTAN WALKING TOUR DETAILS
- 12-day trip begins and ends in Paro, Bhutan
- 11 nights traditional, authentic hotels
- All meals included
BHUTAN WALKING TOUR RATING
Easy to moderate walking and hiking, 3-5 hours per day; easy to moderate touring; some long drives on narrow, winding roads.
Along the lofty ridges of the Himalayas lies the Kingdom of Bhutan, a place that has remained blissfully untouched by the rest of the world. With very few visitors entering the country, Bhutan's landscape has remained pristine, its rivers pure, and its mountains magical. Bhutan's people are gracious, the culture is rich, and spirituality is prevalent. On our active tour into this last remaining Shangri-La, we meet welcoming local people, red-robed lamas, and nomadic yak herders as we learn about the Bhutanese way of life. We hike to remote gold-roofed temples and monasteries, and through peaceful villages in emerald valleys surrounded by spectacular Himalayan scenery.
Bhutan Hiking Tour Overview
Days 1-2: Our adventure begins as we fly from Bangkok to Paro, Bhutan. Explore the Paro Valley and hike to the Tiger’s Nest monastery. Visit the national museum, the Paro Dzong (fortress-monastery), and the craft shops of Paro. Savor Bhutanese cuisine and sample arra, the distinctive local spirit.
Days 3-4: Make an early departure for our travel to Punakha, viewing 20,000-foot mountains along the way. Visit the Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s most impressive fortress. Our local guide spins tales of the unorthodox teachings of the legendary Divine Madman. Spend time hiking to remote villages and learn about the traditional shamanism that villagers still practice.
Days 5-8: Travel a winding route to Trongsa. Visit the sprawling Trongsa Dzong. Continue to the town of Jakar, our base for the coming days. Discover the sites of the Bumthang Valley as we hike through villages to hidden temples. Enjoy local culinary delicacies and take part in an evening of traditional song and dance.
Days 9-10: Retrace our route to the capital city of Thimphu. Explore the many interesting sights in Thimphu, and perhaps watch an archery tournament, enjoying Bhutan’s national sport.
Days 11-12: Spend a free morning in Thimphu and return to Paro for the final evening’s celebration. Our adventure ends with early morning flights to Bangkok.
Step Away from the Ordinary ~ Bhutan Walking Tour
We’d like to let you in on a little secret – Bhutan. Typically people we tell about Bhutan ask “Where? Where is Bhutan?” and that’s just the way we like it. It is this anonymity that Bhutan has preserved so well, for so many years, that makes it so special. The Kingdom of Bhutan is a hidden Himalayan gem that is often compared to Tibet before the Chinese invasion, and Nepal without the budget backpackers. Let us introduce you to Bhutan, a true Shangri-la!
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2009 Dates
- March 17-28
- April 14-25
May 12-23 - October 13-24
- November 17-28
2010 Dates
- March 16-27
- April 13-24
May 11-22
*We can also arrange Private & Custom Journeys to Bhutan. Call 1-800-941-8010 to speak with a Private Trip Specialist today.
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2009 Land Cost- $4495 per person
- Single Supplement $425
- Internal Airfare: $810 (Thailand-Bhutan R/T)
- (prices good through December 31, 2009)
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