7 Nights 8 Days Bhutan Highlights Tour

Tour info

Duration
1 week 1 day
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Why take this tour?

Bhutan Highlights Tour, in which you get to traverse for eight days through well-known places in Bhutan, such as the Gangtey Valley and the town of Trongsa. The tour starts in the colorful city of Paro and moves to the tiny capital of Bhutan, Thimphu. From here, it proceeds to the fertile valley of Punakha and then onto the lovely glacial valley of Phobijikha in Gangtey. The tour moves further still to the eastern side of Bhutan to Trongsa, from where you retrace your footsteps back to Paro while visiting the Haa Valley on the way. The best part of the tour is in the finale, when you get to visit the spectacular Taktsang Monastery, translates to meaning the Tiger's Nest, as is believed that the Guru Padmasambhava, is said to have flown here on the back of a tigress to meditate for three months somewhere in the 8th century AD. Overall, this tour enables one to get a better perspective of the culture, tradition, religion & historical aspects, along with the exploration of rural Bhutan.

What’s included?

  • Breakfast

  • Dinner

  • Lunch

  • Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle.

  • 3-star accommodation on twin sharing

  • Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing

  • Route Permit

  • A licensed Private Bhutanese tour guide

  • All land transportation by private vehicle

  • Sightseeing as per itinerary

  • Bottled mineral water

  • All internal taxes and charges

  • Government royalty, surcharges, government taxes etc.

  • Bottled water

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Entry/Admission - Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten)

  • Entry/Admission - Thimphu’s Weekend Market

  • Entry/Admission - Dochula Pass

  • Entry/Admission - Buddha Dordenma

  • Entry/Admission - Motithang Takin Preserve

  • Entry/Admission - National Folk Heritage Museum

  • Entry/Admission - Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong)

  • Entry/Admission - Punakha Dzong

  • Entry/Admission - Punakha Suspension Bridge

  • Entry/Admission - Gangtey Monastery

  • Entry/Admission - Tongsa Dzong

  • Entry/Admission - Haa Valley

  • Entry/Admission - Chele La Pass

  • Entry/Admission - Paro Taktsang

  • Entry/Admission - Paro

  • Airfare & Travel Insurance

  • Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers

  • Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Happiness Drukyul Holiday

About operator:

Happiness Drukyul Holiday is a Bhutanese tour operator which will allow you to not only discover the best Bhutan destinations but also to explore the real Bhutanese culture and lifestyle. We offer authentic vacation to everyone, from individual travelers to families and groups of travelers. We specialize in fully personalized tours, tailor-made to your interests, budget, and requirements. Visit our website www.tourinbhutan.com for more details.

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