12 Days Wonders of Bhutan With 3-Day Gangtey Nature Trek

12 Days Wonders of Bhutan With 3-Day Gangtey Nature Trek

By Bhutan Acorn Tours and Travel

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Overview

On this 12 days 11 nights journey, you will venture out into the magical Kingdom of Bhutan with a private expert guide and discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes dotted with impressive fortresses and temples. Meet and mingle with the local people from all walks of life and get the first-hand experience on what makes Bhutan a unique destination in the world.

This trip includes a 3-day enriching trek through several beautiful villages and monasteries, forests of juniper, bamboo, magnolia, rhododendrons and over small streams of cold, clear mountain water. offering beautiful views of the country with mostly gentle, forested slopes.

Bhutan, a tiny Kingdom hidden by the staggering mountains of the Himalayas remained in self-imposed isolation until it opened door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan still remains largely untouched by worldly influence and holds strongly on to its age-old traditions.

Activity location

Dochula Pass
- Thimphu, Bhutan, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Dochula Pass
- Thimphu, Bhutan, Bhutan

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What's included, what's not

All internal taxes for the services listed above
Porters & Ponies
All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and light snacks
Sleeping bag liner (not sleeping bag)
Experienced English-speaking licensed tour guide.
2 nights full-service outdoor camping in the pristine wilderness in a two-man tent
Medical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while in Bhutan
All ground transport including return airport transfers
9 nights twin-sharing accommodation at 3-star hotels certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan.
Entry fee for National Museum and trekking permit
Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 4-5 business days.
Travel insurance is a MUST for all trekking adventures
Emergency evacuation
International flights. Let us know if you need help with arranging flights to and from Bhutan.
Sleeping bag & travel pillow (you need for camping during trekking)
Alcoholic drinks, laundry services, telephone call charges
Tips to guide and driver
Guide speaking other major languages can be arranged for an additional fee.
Any other expenses of personal nature
All Entry fees except for National Museum

Know before you book

Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 participants are required to run this tour and can be run on a private basis.
We highly recommend booking at least a few months before the departure date so that we have enough time to ensure the flights are available. If you already have flight tickets to and from Bhutan, we can take bookings up to two weeks before the departure date. To process visa, it only takes 4-5 business days.
There are only two airlines that connect Bhutan with the outside world and so securing air tickets can be difficult especially during the months of high season. Currently, Bhutan is connected with these cities - Bagdogra, Bangkok, Delhi, Dhaka, Guwahati, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Singapore. We recommend you book your international flights a few months in advance especially if you plan to visit during the high season months of March to May and September to November. If you need help in arranging flights to/from Bhutan, please let us know much in advance.
After you book the tour, kindly send us clear passports copies of all the participants. A biodata page including the machine-readable zone must be seen clearly. Passports should have a minimum of 6 MONTHS validity from the day you depart from Bhutan. You may also want to check the passport requirements by your next destination country after Bhutan. A copy of your e-Visa will be emailed to you once it is approved. It only takes 4-5 business days to get visa approval and it is 100 percent guaranteed as long as we receive clear passport copies of all the participants. The actual visa will be stamped on your passport upon arrival. Send the passport copies to the Local Supplier Email address.
Youth between the ages of 16-18 MUST send us a copy of their valid Student Photo ID Card/Document to keep the discounted price. Without a copy of valid Student Photo ID Card/document, the full adult price will apply. Youth MUST also be accompanied by at least one full-paying adult.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Paro International Airport (2195m) / Transfer to Punakha Valley (1200m)

2 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks

Dochula Pass

3h 30m
Admission ticket included

Chimi Lhakhang Temple

1h
Admission ticket included

Day 2: Hike to Khamsum Yuelley Namgyel Chorten / Transfer to Trongsa in Central Bhutan (2200m)

3 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Tashi Ninjay Guest House or Norbu Linka Resort

Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten

2h 30m
Admission ticket included

Punakha Dzong

1h
Admission ticket included

Trongsa

Day 3:

5 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kaila Guesthouse or Hotel Ugyenling

Tongsa Dzong

45m
Admission ticket included

Ta Dzong Museum

45m
Admission ticket included

Jakar

2h 30m

Bumthang Swiss Cheese and Wine Shop

30m
Admission ticket included

Tamshing Lhakhang Temple

45m
Admission ticket included

Day 4: Full day exploring Bumthang valley (2700m)

5 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kaila Guesthouse or Hotel Ugyenling

Burning Lake

1h
Admission ticket included

Tang Valley

Ogyen Choling Palace Museum

45m
Admission ticket included

Kurje Lhakhang

45m
Admission ticket included

Jambay Lhakhang Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

Day 5: Bumthang / Transfer to Phobjikha Valley in Gangtey (3000m)

3 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks

Phobjikha Valley

4h 30m

Gangtey Monastery

45m
Admission ticket included

Gangtey Nature Trail

2h 30m
Admission ticket included

Day 6: [Trek Begins] Phobjikha / Camp at Zasa (3130m)

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Zasa.

Gogona Cottage Cheese

7h
Admission ticket included

Day 7: Zasa / Camp at Chorten Karpo (3330)

1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight in an outdoor camping tent.

Khotokha Primary School

7h
Admission ticket included

Day 8: [Trek Ends] Chorten Karpo / Tikke Zampa / Transfer to Thimphu (2334m)

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara

Chuzomsa Park

4h
Admission ticket included

Thimphu

Day 9: Sightseeing & leisure in Thimphu (2334m)

6 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara

Buddha Dordenma

45m
Admission ticket included

National Institute for Zorig Chusum

45m
Admission ticket included

Bhutan Postal Museum

1h 30m
Admission ticket included

National Institute for Zorig Chusum

30m
Admission ticket included

Centenary Farmers Market

30m
Admission ticket included

Changlimithang Stadium & Archery Ground

30m
Admission ticket included

Day 10: Thimphu / Transfer to back to Paro valley (2200m)

5 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Lhayhuel Resort or Bhutan Mandala Resort

Tachog Lhakhang Old Bridge

1h
Admission ticket included

Kyichu Lhakhang

45m
Admission ticket included

Ta Dzong

1h
Admission ticket included

Zuri Dzong

2h 30m

Sangchen chhoekor Monastery

2h
Admission ticket included

Day 11: Hike to the famous Tiger's Nest - Paro Taktsang & later visit a farmhouse for an authentic local cuisine (3120m)

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight at Lhayhuel Resort or Bhutan Mandala Resort

Paro Taktsang

5h
Admission ticket included

Sonam's Homestay

3h
Admission ticket included

Day 12: Transfer to Paro International Airport for Departure

1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Paro Airport Bird's Eye View Point

Location

Activity location

Dochula Pass
- Thimphu, Bhutan, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Dochula Pass
- Thimphu, Bhutan, Bhutan

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