Bhutan Tour
Facts of the trip
| Trip Code: | BT 2 |
| Trip Duration: | 12 days |
| Max. Altitude: | 3773m |
| Grade: | Moderate |
| Program Type: | Luxury |
| Trek Start Point: | Kathmandu |
| Trek End Point: | Kathmandu |
| Accommodation: | Lodge |
| Meals: | Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner |
| Mode of Travel: | Tours and trekking |
| Minimum Pax: | 5 |
| Best season: | Summer, Autumn, Winter, Spring |
Bhutan Tour Over views
Bhutan is located in South Asia of the world, the distance from Bhutan to China border is 1,666.5 km and the distance from Bhutan to India (65 65 km). Bhutan and China have so far been involved in talks to establish a common border.
Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, is near the Thimphu Ramp River and Thimphu is also the name of one of the districts of Bhutan. Yes. Thimphu became the capital of Bhutan after the royal declaration of १ 61.3 Thimphu is the only city in Bhutan. Thimphu has a population of less than 5,3, and population density is less than 7,8500 per square mile. The city relies primarily on historic buildings for tourist attractions, though the government has taken considerable care to prioritize the area. It overshadows other economic development programs. Thimphu has a sub-tropical highlands that is heavily influenced by monsoon winds. Here are the wet months from June to December and the other months are relatively dry.
Bhutan is an Asian country, covering an area of 38,394.400 sq km in the world. It is slightly smaller than Maryland, but not half the size of India. Thimphu is the capital of Bhutan.
Bhutan is 1.5 meters above sea level. Its climate is mostly tropical in the southern plains and less moderate in the central valleys and Himalayan regions. Its territory is mostly mountainous with some areas of Savannah.
Purchasing Power of Power, in Bhutan, 6,432,000,000.00 (US) per person, a factory with 8,100.00 (USD). It makes it the 55th largest economy and its citizens the world’s 66th wealthiest. The currency of Bhutan is Ngultrum (BTN).
The northern part of Bhutan is lies the Great Himalayas; the snow capped peaks in this region reach an elevation of more than 24,000 feet (7,300 meters). High valleys occur at elevations of 12,000 to 18,000 feet (3,700 to 5,500 meters), running down from the great northern Himalayan glaciers. Alpine pastures on the high ranges are used for grazing yaks in the summer months. To the north of the Great Himalayas are several “marginal” mountains of the Plateau of Tibet that form the principal watershed between the northward- and the southward-flowing rivers. A dry climate is characteristic of the Great Himalayan region.
Its main export partner is India. Its main exports are electric, ferromagnetic, cement and cardamom. Its main import partners are India and France. Its major imports include fuel, lubricants, airplanes, and machinery.
Bhutan is an independent country. It became a unified kingdom in 1907. Its constitution was last ratified in 2008. Bhutan moved from absolute monarchy to constitutional monarchy in 2008 and, currently, the king is the head of state and prime minister the head of government. Executive powers rest on the cabinet while parliament has legislative powers. The King’s official palace is Homeschooling Palace, built in 1953 in the capital’s CBD. However, the current King resides in the Withholding Palace built in the mid-1800s, the birthplace of the first King’s father. Elections in Bhutan are through suffrage where each representative has a constituency. The electoral commission has laid down elaborate guidelines for successful elections. Unique to this country is that the king has an age limit and can also be voted out by parliament.
Day 01: Arrival at Paro:-Arrive in Bhutan by Druk Airways. Airport transfer to booked hotel by the tour representative. Spend the evening by taking a walk to the nearby market. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 : Paro:-After breakfast, you can go to the National Museum/ Ta Dzong and later visit the Rinpung Dzong. Make a trip to the ruined fort of Drukgyel Dzong in the afternoon. Later visit the traditional farmhouse. Kyichu Lhakhang which is the holiest shrines of Bhutan, you can see that in the evening. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 03: Paro – Thimphu (60 km, 2 hours):-After breakfast, set off to the capital city of Bhutan-Thimpu Stopover at Chuzom while on your way to Thimphu. Make a visit to Simtokha Dzong near Thimphu. Post lunch makes a trip to the Folk Heritage Museum, King’s Memorial Chorten, Handicrafts Museum, Tashichhodzong and the local markets too. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 04: Thimphu – Punakha (75 km, 2.5 hours):-After breakfast set off for the Painting school, Traditional Medical Institute and the National Library of Thimphu. Drive to Punakha after lunch via Dochula Pass. Arrive at the hotel. Take the evening tour to Punakha Dzong, Khamsum Yulley and the Namgyal Chorten. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Punakha – Wangdue Phodrang – Gangtey (70km, 3 hours):-After breakfast, drive via Wangdue Phodrang to Gangtey. Visit the local markets and the Wangdue Dzong. On the way to Gangtey, you find the dense forests. Spend the evening walking around Gangtey village and Gangtey Gompa. Overnight stay at Guesthouse.
Day 06: Gangtey- Trongsa (120km, 4.5 hours) After breakfast, head for the renowned Phobjikha valley to spot some Black-necked cranes. Take the road trip to Trongsa crossing to visit Pele la pass. Spend an evening at the Trongsa market. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07: Bumthang (68km, 3 hours):-Post breakfast, leave for Trongsa Dzong and Ta Dzong. Later in the afternoon head for Bumthang. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 08 : Bumthang:-Begin the day by visiting Tamshing Lhakhang. The Sightseeing of Bumthang includes a visit to the Chumey, Ura, Choekhor and the Tang valleys. Post lunch, go to Kurje Lhakhang and shop around the markets in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09: Thimphu (268 km, 8 hours):-Post breakfast, shop around the Bumthang market and drive away to Thimphu thereafter. Stopover for lunch at a famous restaurant. After arriving at Thimphu, get to the hotel and have dinner. Stay overnight.
Day 10: Thimphu- Paro:-Take the road trip to Paro after Breakfast. Visit the Taktsang Monastery. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 11: Paro (Departure):-After breakfast, Airport transfer for your destination.
Day 01: Arrival at Paro:-Once you arrive at Paro airport, our representative will meet you and assist you in your hotel at Thimphu. Thimpu is the capital of Bhutan. Relax for the day and overnight halt in the hotel.
Day 02 : Thimphu:-Start your journey planning a complete day sightseeing tour of Thimphu valley. Some of the places you will visit National Library which is well known for its collection of Buddhist texts and manuscripts, Painting school which is considered for its tango paintings, The Textiles, Folk Heritage Museum and the Traditional Medicine Institute. You can also visit the Memorial Chorten which is built in the memory of the third king of Bhutan and Handicraft Emporium. Night halt in the hotel.
Day 03: Thimphu – Trongsa:-Once you are done with your early morning breakfast drive towards Dochula Pass. En-route you can visit Gangkar plenum which is the highest peak of Bhutan located at a height of 7,497. Now head forward for Wangdue Phodrang. Post breakfast at Wangdue Phodrang you can proceed for Trongsa across Pelela pass. En-route you can visit Chendebji Chorten which was built in the 18th century by a Lama known as Shida. Once you arrive Trongsa check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 04: Trongsa – Bumthang:-After morning breakfast head for Trongsa Dzong which was built during 1647 by Shabdrung. Later you can proceed for Bumthang which is at a distance of 3 hours. Going head for 29 kilometers you will arrive at Yutong La pass. Once you arrive Bumthang check-in at the hotel. After you finish your lunch you can visit Kurje Lhakhang, this is the place where the well-known saint Padmasambhava managed to get a hold of a local devil and later left the marks of his body on a rock, Jambey Lhakhang, Jakar Dzong, Tamshing Monastery and Swiss Farm.
Day 05: Bumthang – Punakha:-Once you are done with your morning breakfast you have an option to explore the captivating valley of Bumthang. Then you will head for Trongsa to have lunch at a local restaurant. Then start your journey towards Punakha. En-route you can visit Wangdue Phodrang Dzong besides local town. Once you arrive Punakha check-in at the hotel. Night halt in the hotel.
| Start Date | End Date | Price In US Dollar($) | AVAILABILITY | Booking |
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AVAILABILITY OPTIONS
OPENED: This date is available and open for bookings.LIMITED: There are very limited number of available places on this departure. Immediate booking.
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Your Program Duration = 12 days Days
All the Prices are in GBP (£) Per Person.
Cost Include
Cost included Item
- Accommodation in Kathmandu with B/B basise
- Round trip flight ticket
- Visa and Permit
- Accommodation during the Bhutan tours
- All entrance fees
- English speaking guide during the tours
Cost Exclude
COST EXCLUDE
- Food in Kathmandu
- Bakery food during the trek. When you eat in the bakery that you need to pay by yourself
- Nepal Visa fee
- International airfare from your country to Kathmandu and from Kathmandu
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
- Travel and rescue insurance if a guest gets mountain sickness and needs to rescue helicopters.
- Personal expenses example (phone calls, laundry service, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower etc)
- Tips for guide and porters
Bhutan Travel Info
our testimonials
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Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and…
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Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years. My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern. The second trek I did with Dammaru two years…
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Dear Dammaru I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I…
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I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769…
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My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon…
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Dammaru Niraula was our guide and confidant for our recent visit to Nepal. We went on a humanitarian visit to build a hothouse in the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region of Nepal but also included some trekking on a personal level before and after our project. Dammaru was a vital link in getting the project off the ground and then as a support person in Nepal before, during and after. He completed the following tasks with the utmost professionalism and patience. Arranged transfer of a large number of funds from Australian bank account to Nepalese bank account. Communications with the village before we arrived to ensure the walls were built. Organized our itinerary and necessary bookings for the trekking part of our journey for 8 adults. Once we arrived in Nepal he then assisted us in purchasing all the gear we needed for the finishing of the hothouse. e.g. Polycarbonate roof sheeting and the many other bits of hardware necessary. Transport of the roofing etc to Phortse village via helicopter, plane, yak, and porter. As well as being a part of the project Dammaru also was our trekking guide for the duration of our trip of 5 weeks. He organized everything for us from the hotel, in Kathmandu and everything in between our trek to base camp. He is honest, reliable and always puts the customer first. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dammaru to anyone who is considering a trip to Nepal.
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Dammaru Niraula Trekking Guide Trip Leader
I have had an association with Dammaru over the last three years.
My first trek with Dammaru was to the Solu Khumbu region where he tailored a trek to suit our request to climb some remote passes and stay off the main tourist routes where possible. His knowledge of the area was very impressive and his attention to our safety was always his major concern.
The second trek I did with Dammaru two years later. This trip was the culmination of a long term project to build hothouses in a village deep into the Solu Khumbu region.
www.himalyanhothouse.org To complete this project Dammaru had a pivotal role in developing contacts, sourcing materials helping to manage the project finances. During the preparations for the Hothouse project, we found Dammaru to be honest, prompt and very hardworking. He also showed a great understanding of our requests and needs for the project to be successful. During the trek, itself Dammaru co-ordinated seven of our group and six porters as well as an extra climbing guide. He also acted as a very effective interpreter and liaison with the people of the village of Phortse.
On a personal level, Dammaru is the most genuine man with a big heart. He shared the passion for our project and its humanitarian ideals. Once again our safety during the whole trek was his main concern. A phrase often used by Dammaru sums up his professional work ethic. Service is most important.
I would not hesitate to recommend the services of Dammaru Niraula if you plan to undertake a trek or similar activity in Nepal.
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Dear Dammaru
I have been trekking to Ghorepani poon hill on Jan 07 for 6 days with Mr. Dammaru. Poonhill is so beautiful, so all I can do is just taking pictures on poon hill. If you were planning to trek in Nepal, I would recommend you as one choice. His personality and professional guide skill makes me fun of Trekking and Nepal. so I am planning to go to Nepal again this August. He may meet all demand of you request on your trekking trip even though you join in the big group. Because he has more over 10 years experience of trekking guide for Many English and Japanese speaker. Actually, I have never met such a good Japanese speaker guide and I had no chance to speak in English with him.
I can recommend him to all people who need great experience guide with English or Japanese.
so you can get satisfaction for a great guide.
Very Thanks,
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I was a member of a group of nine friends from Northamptonshire in 204 from the UK, on a trek of the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Apart from one member, we were all approaching or over the age of 60 and were all well aware of the difficulties we could encounter at Thorong La which sits at an altitude of 5,416 meters (17,769 feet).
Our group was led by Dammaru Niraula and we were most impressed by his leadership qualities. He introduced us gently to the lower altitudes and gradually encouraged us on longer and more arduous days of trekking. At Manang, he encouraged us to take a day trek up the lower slopes of Gangapurna and Annapurna III (see my photo below) and afterward to attend an altitude safety lecture in Manang. We are all convinced that, without his careful attention to altitude safety, we would not all have completed the trek over Thorong La and some of us at least would have joined the many trekkers who are forced to descend suffering from altitude sickness. We will always be eternally grateful to Dammaru and his team of Sherpas.
Like many Nepalese, Dammaru has a very quiet and gentle nature with a keen sense of humor and fun. At first, he appears to be shy and reserved but is constantly attending to the needs of his guests, assessing their temperaments and abilities and adjusting the itinerary accordingly. After a few days in his care, you come to realize that you are in the hands of an experienced, competent and understanding mountain guide.
I can recommend him too highly and know that he will continue to offer excellent trekking facilities in the Himalayas.
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My husband and I embarked on a trip to Nepal in October 2006. We were hoping to avoid the large tour groups and were referred to Himalayan Holidays based in Kathmandu as a provider of customized tours. We had looked on the net to determine the tour we wanted to undertake and spoke to many people and eventually decided 6-day on Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. We live in a plain and therefore training for the trek was a challenge in itself. We spent our weekends climbing up and down a 700metre high hill that was regarded as sufficiently steep for our training needs. However, we were unsure of what to expect in Nepal and were concerned about our levels of fitness for the trek that we had in mind. We were introduced to our guide, Dammaru at the hotel we were staying in Kathmandu and our anxieties were quickly alleviated. This diminutive gentleman exuded confidence and assured us that he was able to accommodate our individual fitness levels and ensure that our time in his country was hassle free. And indeed he did! Without it being particularly noticeable, Dammaru controlled the tempo of our daily treks in order that the enjoyment factor always exceeded any physical discomfort. His relationship with the locals was both real & genuine which meant we never felt like intruders or uncomfortable in their presence. Dammaru's keen negotiation skills with the local tea house proprietors' meant the delay between arriving & unwinding from the challenges of our daily treks was minimal with the accommodation always being appropriate to our needs. His professionalism was faultless. He provided us with a wealth of information on all aspects of the history, culture, flora, and fauna of this remarkable country. Not only was he a fantastic guide, but his cheeky grin and sense of humor ensured Dammaru to be a fantastic traveling companion. Our dealings with Dammaru exceeded all expectations and we hope to make a return visit to this stunningly beautiful country.
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