Group Size
Min 1 Max 15
Duration
6 Days
Grade
Perfect for beginners or those looking for a relaxed travel experience, these trips are leisurely-paced with minimal physical demands. They involve short walks, cultural sightseeing, and low-altitude destinations with comfortable accommodations.
Max. Altitude
3,420m/11,220ft
Activity
Family Holidays
Meals Included
Accomodation
Trip Overview
Highlights
- 5N/6days tour with all meals and accommodation included
- Witness the Mystical and spiritual land in Bhutan
- Traditional Bhutanese Buildings and Fortress
- Climb to Tiger’s Nest/Taktsang Lhakhang Temple
Western section holds some of the prized possession in Bhutan. Western Bhutan Tour allows you with an introduction to scenic valley that is home to Bhutan’s highest Chomolhari Mountain (7320m). The valley is nourished by the glacial water from Chomolhari that drops down to form Pa-Chu River. Drukpa tribe is dominant in the Western valley of Paro, Thimpu, Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang. High Passes of Dochu La (3050m) and Pele La (3300m) allows unobstructed views of picturesque Valleys and mountains.
Paro Sightseeing
Paro is the most densely populated area in Bhutan. Paro is also popular for its only airport in entire Bhutan. Rinpung Dzong Monastery handles all religious activities in Paro valley. Ta Dzong is other attraction of Paro. This Dzong is located high up the hill and it was founded as a watch tower in 1651 during time of Tibetan invasion in Bhutan. These days, Ta Dzong serves as a National Museum. Drugyel Dzong is another historically significant site which is located 18km from the main city. Many pilgrims hike to Taktsang Monastery each year to celebrate the entry of Guru Padmasambhava from Tibet who played key role in teaching Buddhism in Bhutan.
Thimphu Sightseeing
The pretty small Thimphu is a capital city located in the valley. People in Thimphu can build their home only in traditional Bhutanese style so that the tourists can get great cultural experience in Thimphu. People are seen dressed in Kho and Kira. Tashicchodzong holds the National Assembly. Foreigners are allowed entry in Tashichhodzong only in annual festival. Taking stroll around Weekly market in Thimphu is the pleasant activity that allows us with an opportunity to witness the best handicraft products from Bhutan.
Wangdue Phodrang Tour
Wangdeu is a historically significant city that played pivotal role in unifying western, central and southern Bhutan during 17th century. Gangtey Gompa and Phobjika village exists near to Gangtey.
Punakha Tour
Despite a bit strenuous task, crossing Dochula Pass (10500ft) allows spectacular views of Mountains and valley in Bhutan. Punakha Dzong is the place of interest in Punakha. Each year, many childless devotees visit Chime Lhakhang to ask for blessing with this fertility goddess. Punakha was the old capital of Bhutan.
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Trip Itinerary
Arrive Paro and drive to Thimphu
Once you land at Paro International airport, you will be greeted by our representative. Thimpu is located 50 km far from Paro. Driving through the Paro Valley, you will arrive at the meeting point of Paro and Thimpu Rivers at Chuzom. Passing along scenic chortens, we will follow the tapered section to Simtokha Dzong and reach Thimpu where we will stay overnight.
Meals:
Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
2,350m/7,710ft
Thimphu sightseeing and drive to Punakha
We will visit National Library in Thimpu. We will also visit Painting School and Handicraft Emporium where we can buy souvenir items for our near ones. We will hike to Tango Monastery and Tashichho Dzong and head east to cross Dochula Pass (3150m) afterwards which we will reach Punakha- the old winter capital of Bhutan. The top of Dochula Pass allows unobstructed views of Eastern Himalaya including Gangkar Punsum (7550m) which is the highest Mountain of Bhutan. We will lower down through forest to Punakha valley
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
1,310m/4,300ft
Punakha sightseeing and drive to Wangdue phodrang
We will start our tour in Punakha by visiting Punakha Dzong. We need to cross the suspension bridge to reach this holy site. Situated in between two rivers of Pho Chu and Mo Chu, Punakha fortress is known for its most detailed temple in Bhutan which was founded in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. Punakha is used as the winter residence by Je- Khenpo. Our next stop will be at Khamsum Yuley Lakhang or Chimi Lakhang temple- the fertility temple. After the tour, we will drive to Wangdue Phodrang
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
1,310m/4,300ft
Wangdue phodrang – Thimphu- Paro
Wangdue Phodrang is located 135km far from Paro. Early in the morning, we will start Wangduephodrang sightseeing tour by visiting Wangdue Phodrang Dzong (fort) which was established in 1638 at the meeting point of Mo Chu River and Tang Chu River. We will cross Pelela Pass (3250 m) to visit Chendebji Monastery. We will leave Wangdeu Phodrang and drive for three hours to reach Paro via Thimpu.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Max Elevation:
2,250m/7,382ft
Paro Sightseeing and hike up to Taktsang monastery
We will take brief hike to Taktsang which is popular as a Tiger’s Nest Monastery. The site is sacred to Bhutanese. According to the popular belief, Guru Rinpoche flew to Bhutan from Tibet on the back of Tiger in 8th century and chose this spot for meditation. This Monastery exists in the rocky cliffs that towers to 900m above Paro Valley. 2 hrs of moderately challenging hike will take us to the Monastery. We will also visit the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong. This fort celebrates the victory of Bhutanese over raiding Tibetans. The fort offers stunning view of Chomolhari Mountain on a clear day. We will return to the hotel where we will stay overnight.
Meals:
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner
Accommodation:
Hotel
Depart Bhutan
Our representative will arrange for private vehicle to take you to Paro Airport little earlier than your scheduled flight from where you will board a plane for your onward destination. We hope to see you again.
Meals:
Breakfast
Availability
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Cost Inclusion
- Bhutanese government royalty fees, Visa and TDF
- All accommodation on twin sharing basis at 3 star hotels
- All meals (B,L,D) included
- Bhutanese English speaking guide to assist the group
- All ground transportation as per mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicle
- Sightseeing of major highlights with entrance fees
- One Hour (Bhutanese Traditional National game) Archery lesson while at Paro.
- Cultural program
Cost Exclusion
- International airfare
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses – Drinks & souvenirs
- Gratuities for staff
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Awesome from planning to execution!
Awesome from planning to execution!
First time trekking in the Himalayas, I’ve researched many local companies and created spreadsheets for decision-making. This effort was worth it as we found Highland Expeditions was a great choice for our EBC trek. The owner, Passang was very responsive, thorough and professional; offered a Helicopter option for returning to Kathmandu from Gorakshep, which saved us 3 days and our knees. He arranged 5-day trip to Bhutan for us, end-to-end/all-inclusive, including getting a visa from Bhutan that was supposed to take forever. The company he worked with in Bhutan was another great company that provided amazing travel services including a professional, knowledgeable, fun guide and a professional driver. As for our trek to EBC, our guide, Horizon was awesome. He was experienced, very knowledgeable about history and culture (we learned a lot), patient, our medical council, and a great photographer. Horizon was a big contributor to our accomplishments and some amazing photos. Our porter, Bala was also very cheerful and helpful.
The company was flexible to accommodate our interests and helped adjust plans. The company and Horizon have great relationships with the tea houses, which gave us advantages of getting best-reserved tables for dinner and nice rooms. We could also tell that the company is good to their staff, this was important to us.
We also enjoyed staying in Kathmandu, the hotel the company used was KGH that is in a great location, loverly courtyard, nice staff and good food. The trip included 1/2 day tour of Kathmandu with a very knowledgeable, English speaking guide. Everything was so well planned, organized and executed by Passang and Dawa, from the airport pickup on first day to leaving Kathmandu on our Day 18. Their meticulous efforts helped our trip seamless and so enjoyable despite difficulties with altitude and trekking.
Highly recommend Highland Expeditions. We definitely will use them again in our next trekking in Himalayas.
