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Bhutan Cultural tour
Key Inclusions
- Medical Kits
- Local Fare
- Sightseeing
- Meals
- Transfers
- Guide & Porters
- Hotel
Trip Facts
- Total Duration:9 Days
- Destination:Bhutan
- Trip Grade:Easy
- Meals:Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
- Transportation:Private Vehicle
- Accommodation:4 Star or 5 star Hotel & Resorts
- Trip Style:Cultural Tour, Jungle safari, Nature tour
- Group Size:minimum 2 pax + above
- Activities:tour, cultural sightseeing, hiking
- Max. Altitude:3100m
- Full board tour cost: USD 2750 per person on twins sharing( 2 person +)
Trip Highlights
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Dzongs, Monasteries, and Palaces: Explore Bhutan's iconic dzongs (fortresses), ancient monasteries, and majestic palaces, showcasing Bhutan's rich spiritual and architectural heritage.
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Century-Old Architecture and Bhutanese Art: Experience the century-old architecture that blends harmoniously with the natural environment, along with exquisite Bhutanese art adorning temples and walls throughout the kingdom.
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Scenic Beauty and Mountains: Behold the breathtaking landscapes of Bhutan, surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks and lush valleys, offering unparalleled scenic beauty at every turn.
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Fresh Untainted Environment: Immerse yourself in Bhutan's pristine environment, untouched by mass tourism, where clean air, crystal-clear rivers, and verdant forests await.
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Traditional Lifestyle & Unique Culture: Discover the traditional way of life of Bhutan's people, deeply rooted in Buddhist values, with unique cultural practices, festivals, and time-honored customs that have been preserved for centuries.
Trip Introduction
“Bhutan Cultural Tour – An Excursion of a Lifetime to Experience the Cultural Side of Bhutan”
The Bhutan Cultural Tour is one of the most fulfilling travel packages designed to explore the rich cultural heritage and natural grandeur of Bhutan. Crafted by Nepal Trekking Tourism & Adventure Pvt. Ltd., this tour offers an immersive experience, allowing travelers to fully appreciate the cultural essence of Bhutan in 9 days.
Key destinations such as Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Gantey Valley, and Bumthang are all included in this well-curated itinerary. The tour provides a perfect blend of traditional Bhutanese architecture, monasteries, vibrant culture, and scenic beauty, offering an unforgettable cultural exploration of Bhutan.
Bhutan is a country renowned for its scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage. Despite its small geographical size, Bhutan is blessed with mountains, lush hills, monasteries, palaces, and tranquil villages, making it an ideal destination for those seeking cultural and natural experiences. The Bhutan Cultural Tour package offered by Nepal Trekking Tourism & Adventure Pvt. Ltd. ensures travelers witness the quintessential aspects of this Himalayan kingdom.
This tour is an exploration of Bhutan’s spiritual side, with visits to iconic monasteries, temples, and vantage points that offer breathtaking views. In just 9 days, travelers will be immersed in Bhutan’s majestic landscapes, lush forests, and its unique cultural presence. Bhutan’s history, art, and culture come alive in every step of the tour.
The most common way to enter Bhutan is via Nepal, flying on Druk Air to Paro International Airport, the only international airport in Bhutan. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital city, which is a vibrant hub of Bhutanese craftsmanship, traditional art, and culture.
Highlights of Bhutan Cultural Tour:
- Thimphu: Visit the Clock Tower Square, Tashicho Dzong, National Memorial Chorten, and the Wildlife Reserve of Takins.
- Punakha: Visit Chimi Lakhang Monastery, Punakha Dzong, and experience white-water rafting on the Mo Chhu River.
- Gantey Valley and Bumthang: Explore the rural lifestyle of Bhutan, along with scenic views and the famous Bumthang Owl Trek.
- Paro: Hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang), Bhutans most iconic and spiritual site, located 900 meters above the valley floor.
The Bhutan Cultural Tour concludes with the exploration of Paro, featuring the legendary Tiger’s Nest hike, one of the most breathtaking experiences in Bhutan.
Book the Bhutan Cultural Tour with Nepal Trekking Tourism & Adventure Pvt. Ltd. and embark on a journey to explore the hidden wonders of this beautiful kingdom in the heart of the Himalayas.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 01:Fly to Paro for Bhutan Cultural tour & sightseeing in Paro( 3-4 hrs)-hotel( L/D)
Day 02: Drive to Thimphu( 1.30 hours), sightseeing in Thimphu city( 4-5 hrs)-Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 03:Drive to Gantey Valley(150km) tour of Phobjikha Valley approx. 7/8 hrs-Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 04:Drive to Bumthang Via Trongsa (200 Km, Approx. 7-8 Hrs). overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 05:Full day sightseeing in Bumthang Valley, overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 06:Drive back to Punakha (200 Km) Approx. 7-8 hrs, Rest day overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 07:sightseeing in Punakha Valley( 3-4 hours), Drive to Paro (4 Hrs)-Hotel( B/L/D
Day 08:Hike to taktsang( Tiger nest monastery), approx 4-5 hrs, monastery tour-Hotel( B/L/D)
Day 09:last day of Bhutan Cultural tour,Drive to Airport, fly to Kathmandu, trip ends
Detail Itinerary
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Day 01 : Fly to Paro for Bhutan Cultural tour & sightseeing in Paro( 3-4 hrs)-hotel( L/D)
You will drive to Airport in TIA, Kathmandu and fly to Paro which takes 50-60 minute flight and once you get out from Visa and custom section, you will greet and welcome by local Bhutanese guide and driver of NETTA and directly start first day of your Bhutan Cultural tour, you will visit Famous Paro Dzong, museum, Kichu Lakhang, Rinpung Dzong, its take about 3-4 hours, stop for lunch in local Restaurent, transfer to hotel, fresh up, dinner at 7 pm. be noted that always dinner will serve at 7 pm.
View More- Accommodation:Hotel( L/D)
- Walking hours: 3-4 hours
- Max. Altitude: 2200m
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Day 02 : Drive to Thimphu( 1.30 hours), sightseeing in Thimphu city( 4-5 hrs)-Hotel( B/L/D)
Today we take breakfast at hotel 6.30 am and start tour at 7 am, we drive to Capital Thimphu which roughly takes 1.30 hour and we continue tour of Buddha Park, Memorial Chorten, Changangkha Lhakhang,Tashichho Dzong, Local Takin Zoo,Folk Heritage Museum, it is about 5-6 hours of tour of Capital Bhutan today, overnight at Thimphu, evening walk around Market.. dinner at 7 pm at hotel.
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- Accommodation:Hotel(B/ L/D)
- Walking hours: 5 hrs
- Max. Altitude: 2334m
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Day 03 : Drive to Gantey Valley(150km) tour of Phobjikha Valley approx. 7/8 hrs-Hotel( B/L/D)
It is always advice to have breakfast at 6.30 am as we have to drive everyday for new places to see, we always start tour at 7 am, that gives you ample time for sightseeing and once tour is complete early, you have free time after tour at hotel.. Today we drive about 150 km Gangtey Valley and do visit the PhobjiKha Valley to Black-necked crane and local village, local cultures. it is mostly driving tour and less sightseeing today.
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- Accommodation:Hotel(B/ L/D)
- Walking hours: 7-8 hrs tour
- Max. Altitude: 3000m
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Day 04 : Drive to Bumthang Via Trongsa (200 Km, Approx. 7-8 Hrs). overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
As always we start tour at 7 am today after breakfast and we drive to Bumthang valley which is about 200km, we stop for lunch at Trongsa, where we visit Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa Tower and continue drive to Bumthang valley, we reach there, check in hotel and rest at hotel.. dinner at 7 pm.
View More- Accommodation:Hotel(B/ L/D)
- Walking hours: 7-8 hrs tour
- Max. Altitude: 2800m
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Day 05 : Full day sightseeing in Bumthang Valley, overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
Bumthang is hub of many Dzongs and monastery in Bhutan, after breakfast we start tour 7.30 am today.. we visit Jambey Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Thangbi Lhakhang, Tamzhing Monastery, Tharpaling Monastery or even more if you are interested, these are main monastery to see.
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- Walking hours: 5 hrs
- Max. Altitude: 2800m
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Day 06 : Drive back to Punakha (200 Km) Approx. 7-8 hrs, Rest day overnight at Hotel( B/L/D)
Today after breakfast, we start drive back to Punakha valley, it is just continue long drive back.. we may stop for visiting temple which we missed previous days.. rest day at Punakha.
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- Walking hours: 7-8 hrs tour
- Max. Altitude: 1242m
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Day 07 : sightseeing in Punakha Valley( 3-4 hours), Drive to Paro (4 Hrs)-Hotel( B/L/D
6.30 am breakfast and start tour at 7 am, we first drive to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten which is located at hilltop, you have to walk about 45 min from River side, this is very nice Chorten monastery in Punakha Valley, we continue visit Punakha Dzong and Chimi Lhakhang today, we continue drive to Paro, we may stop for lunch at Thimphu, drive to Paro, walk around Market...
View More- Accommodation:Hotel(B/ L/D)
- Walking hours: 7-8 hours
- Max. Altitude: 2200m
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Day 08 : Hike to taktsang( Tiger nest monastery), approx 4-5 hrs, monastery tour-Hotel( B/L/D)
Today is main highlight of Bhutan Cultural tour, you start tour from hotel at 7 am after breakfast, drive 30 min and start hiking to famous Tiger's nest( Taktsang) monastery. you can hire horse for half of trail if you want, it cost about 10 uSD, or just continue hike about 3 hours to monastery, the main monastery in Bhutan, reach, give pray visit, back to car parking area, 2 hours, have lunch at nearest Restaurent, drive to hotel, rest.. evening walk about local market in Paro for last min shopping?
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- Walking hours: 4-5 hours
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Day 09 : last day of Bhutan Cultural tour,Drive to Airport, fly to Kathmandu, trip ends
early breakfast 6 am today to drive Airport for flight to Kathmandu.. last day of Bhutan Cultural tour.. arrive in Kathmandu, pick up and transfer to your hotel... tour ends here..
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Cost Details
Services includes are:-
Kathmandu - Paro - Kathmandu Flight: Includes round-trip flights from Kathmandu to Paro, providing easy access to Bhutan.
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Professional Bhutanese Guide and Driver (Arrival to Departure): Experienced and knowledgeable local Bhutanese guide and driver will accompany you throughout your journey, ensuring a seamless experience from arrival to departure.
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Bhutan Visa and Tourist Places Entrance Fees: The tour includes Bhutan visa processing and all necessary tourist entrance fees for visiting Bhutan’s iconic attractions.
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Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (Buffet or Self-Choice): Enjoy daily buffet meals or self-chosen dishes at selected restaurants, offering both local and international cuisines.
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3-Star Hotel Accommodation (Single Private Room, Twin or Triple Sharing): Stay at 3-star hotels with private rooms (single or shared), providing comfortable accommodation throughout the 8-night journey.
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Airport Transfer (2 Times in Kathmandu and 2 Times in Paro): Includes airport transfers in Kathmandu and Paro for a hassle-free start and end to your tour.
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Bottled Drinking Water: Bottled drinking water will be provided throughout the tour to keep you hydrated during your travels.
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Comfortable Vehicle (Private Car): Travel in a private, comfortable vehicle, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey between destinations.
Services not includes are:
- Tips for guide & Driver
- Any alcoholic drinks, bottled drinks
- insurance
- The best cultural tour package for Bhutan from Kathmandu including return flights
- Well prepared itinerary
- Price package is based on two person twin sharing, if you are alone, request us single price package offer.
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