Bhutan Tour & Bhumtang Trek
A varied trip which takes us from the cosmopolitan Nepalese
capital, Kathmandu, to the 'Land of the Dragon' - Bhutan .
We include explorations of several of Bhutan's unique monasteries,
a three day trek in the Bhumtang valley and an overland journey
through stunning mountains, where tradition and ritual are
still very much a way of life.
Monasteries & High Passes
| First we wander around the bustling bazaars of Kathmandu and visit Pashupatinath, Nepal's holiest Hindu temple and Boudhanath Stupa - from which four pairs of eyes which looks at the four corners of earth with wisdom and compassion. We then fly into the quiet Himalayan town of Paro (Bhutan), visiting the old fortress of Drukyel and making our way through oaks and pine trees to the sacred remains of Taktsang, the 'Tiger's lair" which hangs from an almost sheer cliff face some 1000m above the Paro valley. |
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3 Day Bhumtang Trek
Driving via the Dorchu La pass (3050m), we stop to visit Wangdi and Punakha Dzongs (monasteries) before reaching Jakar, the starting point of our trek. We'll spend 3 days following winding trails through the wide open valleys perhaps pausing at mountain villages to admire yatha - colourful hand woven fabrics mad in the local farms. The valleys are littered with temples and monasteries and we stop to visit Kugye Lhakhang Temple complex, one of the most sacred sites in Bhutan.
Gantey & Thimpu
| At the end of our trek,
we return to Jakar and then follow the road back to Paro.
Stopping en route at tranquil Gantey Gompa and the city
of Thimpu we have time to wander around the colourful
market, perhaps witnessing some traditional archery .Flying
back to Nepal, we spend time in the medieval town of Bhaktapur
and in Nagarkot where breathtaking views include Mount
Everest itself. Our tour ends in Kathmandu. |
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Day to Day Itinerary (15 days)
| Day 1: |
Join Kathmandu and transfer to
Hotel. |
| Day 2: |
In Kathmandu, walking tour of old bazaar; visit Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath stupa. |
| Day 3: |
Fly Paro (Bhutan); city tour. |
| Day 4: |
In Paro; walk to Taktsang monastery. |
| Day 5: |
Drive to Punakha via Dorchu La pass; visit Punakha Dzong. |
| Day 6: |
Via Wangdi Phodrang Dzong to Jakar in Bhumtang valley. |
| Day 7-9: |
Three day Bhumtang Trek |
| Day 10: |
Drive to Gantey Gompa;optional walks. |
| Day 11: |
Drive To Thimpu; afternoon sightseeing. |
| Day 12: |
Morning free; drive to Paro. |
| Day 13: |
Fly Paro to Kathmandu; drive via Bhaktapur to Nagarkot. |
| Day 14: |
Sunrise walk; Drive Kathmandu; optional visit Patan. |
| Day 15: |
Depart. |
Fact Finder
| Duration: |
15 days |
| Trip Details: |
- 4 nights Kathmandu
- Tour of Paro
- Tour of Thimpu
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| Activities: |
Cultural, Touring, Walking |
| Grade: |
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| Mode of Travel: |
Private coach |
| Group & Staff: |
Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver |
| Accomodation: |
2 nights camping trek, 11 nights hotels |
| Trip Dates: |
- 1st March - 15th March 2008
- 15th March - 29th March2008
- 29th April - 12th April 2008
- 12th April - 26th April 2008
- 4th October - 18th October 2008
- 18th October - 1st November 2008
- 1st November - 15th November 2008
- 15th November - 29th November 2008
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Land Costs:
Aifare KTM-PBH-KTM:
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USD $2500
USD $455 |
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(Guaranteed to run for a minimum of 4 clients ) |
Inclusions
Included:
4 nights in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis, Kathmandu Paro return airfare all transfers, meals on the trek and hotel, accommodation on twin sharing, entrance fee, local leader and porters on the trek, trek permit, park fees, staff insurance etc. Transport, accommodation, and sightseeing as indicated.
Not Included:
Arrival transfer, departure and airport taxes, visas, meals, all optional additional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature. |
