Spirit of Bhutan
Experience Overview
Explore the happiest country on Earth in under one week without sacrificing any of the life changing moments you expect from the kingdom of Bhutan. Discover a country of smiling monks, stunning mountain trails, and iconic dzongs. The ancient traditions of Bhutan will beckon you to slow down, breathe deep and reconnect with your inner zen.
Highlights
- Travel along mystical mountains
- Visit various dzongs and Buddhist gompas
- Experience the Dragon Kingdom with cultural interactions at a local farm
- Take in stunning Himalayan mountain views
Trip Details
Product Code: 1495
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, 4x4, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: ADTO
Starts: Thimphu, Bhutan
Finishes: Paro, Bhutan
Duration: 6 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Sustainable Development Fees
- Memorial Chorten & Motithang Takin Preserve visit
- Tashichho Dzong visit
- Chimi Lakhang Hike
- Explore Punakha Dzong
- Explore Paro Dzong and Archery grounds
- Free time in Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro
- Hike to Taktsang Monastery Tiger's Nest
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels/guesthouses (5 nts).
- 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, 4x4, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,779 ($463 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Paro Airport to Thimphu
Arrive at Paro Airport and then transfer to our accommodation in Thimpu. Here you will attend a welcome meeting followed by an optional group dinner.
Day 2: Thimphu
Visit the National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Point, and Motithang Takin Preserve. In the evening, visit Tashichho Dzong.
In the evening, visit the Tashi Chhoedzong, known as the "Fortress of Glorious Religion", initially built in 1702. Today, it houses the main secretariat building, the central monk body, and the office of the king.
Day 3: Thimphu/Punākha
Travel to Punakha in the morning crossing Dochula Pass. After a pleasant stop for views enjoy a short hike to Chimi Lhakhang Temple learning about its historical significance. In the afternoon explore the stunning Punakha Dzong.
Day 4: Punākha/Paro
Take a scenic drive back to Paro this morning with a few stops en route. Upon arrival the group will visit the Paro Dzong as well as the local archery grounds. This evening you'll have free time to wander and indulge as you please.
Day 5: Paro
Enjoy a morning hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest). The hike is about 7km and offers a chance to visit 13 holy relics, at a place considered to be one of the most venerated pilgrim sites of the Himalayan world. After finishing the hike you'll have the rest of the evening free to explore more of Paro on your own before one last dinner with the group.
Day 6: Paro
Depart at any time. Airport transfer included.
Your CEO will help arrange your transfer to the airport and all exit formalities before your journey home.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Jeffrey P. - Traveled, May 2024
I will use this to talk about something that I thought wasn't done well. This is only my second GAdventures trip so I am not that familiar with it. I travelled as a solo traveler both times, and both times I wanted and expected a single room.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/08/2024
Lynne O. - Traveled, May 2024
Bhutan is a great country to visit and it was enhanced by going with g adventures as we could cover alot of ground in a short amount of time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/07/2024
Tessa W. - Traveled, May 2024
GAdventures made my experience in Bhutan very special. I'd been wanting to visit this country for a long time and the itinerary allowed us to see the best of it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2024
Kathryn C. - Traveled, May 2024
Bhutan is an incredible country and hasn’t been tarnished by western tourism. It’s an amazing country and full of amazing people in a place that is proud of its culture. G put on an incredible tour and I would highly recommend it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/19/2024
Troy N. - Traveled, May 2024
Amazing adventure - well planned and executed!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/19/2024
Lina E. - Traveled, May 2024
Once in a lifetime experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/19/2024
Lara L. - Traveled, May 2024
Unbelievable destination with so much wonder packed into a short time frame. All of the hosts were awesome. There is no trip I can recommend more highly. Outstanding! Thank you G!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/18/2024
Ghada S. - Traveled, May 2024
I enjoyed every minute of it from the pickup service at the airport to the drop off. The personal touches matter!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/18/2024
Rupa P. - Traveled, May 2024
The overall experience was good but, there were some issues which hindered the trip to be exceptional.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/15/2024
Bibi K. - Traveled, April 2024
This trip was FANTASTIC.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2024
Angela M. - Traveled, March 2024
Loved Bhutan with great, hospitable and warm people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
Arthur T. - Traveled, March 2024
A trip of a lifetime and an adventure that will be etched in my mind forever!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/06/2024
David R. - Traveled, March 2024
Chunjur was very good and Tiger's Nest and the Zhongs a bucket list experience. The system of government was inspirational.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/24/2024
Lynn O. - Traveled, May 2024
Interesting info about a very unique country that does everything it can to take care of its citizens. Amazing history and geography.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/08/2024
Teresa M. - Traveled, May 2024
Bhutan: a privilege to be able to visit this dramatic but peaceful and welcoming country.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/08/2024
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