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Bhutan Encounters

8 days
Start and end in Paro
4.5
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 12
Age range 8 to 95
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Highlights

  • Explore Bhutan's iconic Taktshang Monastery
  • Walk through Phobjikha Valley's nature trails
  • Visit the ancient Punakha Dzong fortress
  • Witness an archery tournament in Thimphu
  • Cross the scenic Dochu La Pass

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Kuzuzangpo La! and welcome to Bhutan. Afternoon sightseeing to Ta Dzong, Paro Dzong and learn the art of incense making
  2. Day 2 Journey over the scenic Dochu La Pass, visit the fertility-blessing Chimi Lhakhang Temple.
  3. Day 3 Walk to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyel Chorten, visit Punakha Dzong and settle in to your Phobjikha Valley homestay
  4. Day 4 Explore Phobjikha Valley on a nature walk, visit the revered Gangtey Monastery, and experience authentic Bhutanese life with your host family.
  5. Day 5 Head to Bhutan's modern Capital Thimphu, via Wangdue Phodrang Dzong
  6. Day 6 Exploring Thimphu, visit the Memorial Chorten, Folk Heritage Museum, School of Arts & Crafts & Takin Research Centre
  7. Day 7 Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). Drukgyel Dzong and Kyichu Lhakhang. Optional Hot Stone bath
  8. Day 8 Free time in Paro until transferring to the airport for departure
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance

Number of tours

81

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Beth
    · December 19th, 2023
    Our guide Jigme Yordzer and driver Sangay Kandu were excellent and wonderful. However, our schedule was a little...
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  • Beth
    · December 18th, 2023
    A lovely tour. The only downside was too much was scheduled given the long drive times between two points. We were...
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  • Gary
    · December 13th, 2024
    We enjoyed our time in Jordan and our many unique experiences! The most important thing to note was how safe we felt...
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Dates & Availability

8 days
Bhutan Encounters
From Paro to Paro

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Is there a single supplement available on this tour?

      Yes. Please take note that there will be an extra charge for a single supplement room. Please contact us to arrange this.

    • What is the typical group size?

      This tour will go ahead with a minimum group size of just 1 and a maximum of 18. The average group size tends to be around 6.

    • Is this a guaranteed tour?

      Yes, this is a guaranteed tour and will not be cancelled.

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