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Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days

8 days
Start and end in Paro
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4 traveler reviews
Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days - Adventure Himalayan Travels
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Age range:
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Operated in:
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Highlights

  • Fly over the Himalayas to Paro
  • Explore Thimphu's historic Tashichho Dzong
  • Hike to the Buddha Dordenma statue
  • Visit the ancient Punakha Dzong
  • Trek to the iconic Taktsang Monastery

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Paro, Thimphu
  2. Day 2 Thimphu
  3. Day 3 Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley 4 hours
  4. Day 4 Phobjikha to Punakha valley
  5. Day 5 Punakha
  6. Day 6 Paro
  7. Day 7 Paro
  8. Day 8 Paro
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

59

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

100%

Adventure Himalayan Travels and Treks is one of the Nepal's leading tour operators, specialised in a wide variety of tours, hikes, treks and mountaineering expeditions in Nepal, Tibet, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Bhutan and India. Based in the centre of Nepal's capital, Kathmandu and...

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Customer Reviews

  • GB
    · July 20th, 2023
    Very well run by the local tour company (Gakyil) . My guide and driver were excellent.(Dev and Tashi) Both had really good knowledge. Tashi my guide gave me a great insight into Budhisim. We also had a lot of fun and many laughs. I highly recommend this tour. Bhutan is a real eye opener. There should be more places like this in this world. Glenn Burnside New Zealand
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    Adventure Himalayan Travels commented on this review
    Thank you very much for your valuable words Glenn.
    Trip date: June 2023
  • Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days reviewer 2
    · October 13th, 2019
    Adventure Himalaya was not the tour operator as stated, We discovered on arrival that it was Bhutan Aries Tours and Treks. They did a very good job but we like to know who we are dealing with early on and have contact information in case unforeseen events occur. Our major disappointment involves the accommodations we received in Phodrang . In e-mails, websites, and in the itineraries, we were told we would be in 3 star hotels. In fact, the Bhutan Government Route Permit provided to us by Adventure Himalayan stated we we staying at the Dewachen Hotel with 3 stars. We were taken to the Thegchen Phodrang Guest House which is not rated as a hotel. We had to walk several minutes down a muddy road, then on arrival the electricity in the house was off and we were led to our room up a dangerously dark stairway. The electricity was later turned on. The room had no telephone, no WiFi, no television, was not properly heated, and in the morning there was no hot water. We checked booking websites and discovered the current rate for this guest house is $28 US per night. We would very much like to understand how and why this whole situation occurred.
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    Trip date: October 2019
  • Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days reviewer 3
    · May 6th, 2019
    The Spirit of Bhutan tour exceeded our expectations and the itinerary we did was better than what had been outlined on TourRadar. There were some fantastic walks, and we took the option to go rafting which was a great experience (at additional cost). Our driver Namgay was extremely humble, and was in touch with the local traditions and culture. His smile made every activity a pleasure. The company can tailor make your holiday to suit your interests. We found it delightful that the owner of the company sat down for coffee and wanted to see how we felt about the tour.
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    Adventure Himalayan Travels commented on this review
    Thank you very much for your words Kathleen.
    Trip date: April 2019
  • Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days reviewer 4
    · July 3rd, 2018
    During 8 days in Bhutan, we explored and learned a lot of things about Bhutan, visited several historical and gorgeous Dzongs ( fortresses) got to enjoy the Tshechu festive day Bhutan pound ( the tallest Buddha statue in Bhutan) cycled uphill to see the Takin trekked to see the divine mad man's monastery and above all hiked up to Tiger's Nest. The Guide was really professional and he made us feel like they were our friends. They were so punctual and had great attention to details. They took care of everything we asked . I myself never went on tour as I was always the lone traveler and roamed across most of Asian countries. This was eventually the first organized tour in my life and I had to say I was really satisfied with it
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    Adventure Himalayan Travels commented on this review
    Thank you for your valuable words.
    Trip date: March 2016

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Spirit of Bhutan - 8 Days
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Is there a minimum number of travelers for the tour to operate?

      Most tours require at least two passengers, but special arrangements can sometimes be made for solo travelers.

    • How should I make payments for the tour?

      Payments can usually be made via credit card online or through bank transfer, depending on your preference.

    • What type of insurance is required for the tour?

      Travel insurance is recommended, and I will need a copy of your insurance documentation for the visa process.

    • Will I be able to visit the Tiger's Nest Monastery?

      Yes, you will reach the monastery and will also be able to go inside.

    • What kind of hotels will we be staying at?

      The tour includes 3-star accommodations, but you can upgrade to 4-star hotels if desired.

    • Is it possible to book additional nights before or after the tour?

      Yes, you can extend your stay. It is recommended to confirm before booking to ensure visa validity.

    • What happens if my flight arrives late?

      If your flight arrives late, arrangements can be made to accommodate you, but it is generally better to arrive the day before.

    • Is it possible to get a discount for booking two people?

      Yes, booking for two also qualifies for the discount, just like for larger groups.

    • Can I change the dates of my booking?

      Yes, you can change the dates, but there might be an additional fee associated with modifying the booking.

    • Are there meal options included in the package?

      Yes, the package includes meals, specifically breakfast and dinner at the hotels.

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    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M, G. As a traveller from England you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, G.

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    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Cholera - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Bhutan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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      • For any tour departing before January 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Adventure Himalayan Travels. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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