12 Days Bhutan Tour - Trek
From exhilarating treks through majestic mountainous terrain and dense forests to inspiring cultural journeys exploring remote temples, imposing Dzongs and remote rural villages. Our tours are also totally independent with your own highly experienced guide and driver ensuring your trip to Bhutan is a personalised and unique experience. You will have the choice of staying in a range of superior hotels and guesthouses or boutique resorts.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrive Paro
Day 02 : Paro Sightseeing
Day 03 : Paro to Thimphu
Day 04 : Thimphu
Day 05 : Thimphu to Genekha
Day 06 : Genekha to Gur
Day 07 : Gur to Labatama
Day 08 : Labatama Halt
Day 09 : Labatama Halt
Day 10 : Labatama to Panka
Day 11 : Panka to Talikha
Day 12 : Talekha to Thimphu & to Paro
Day 13 : Paro Departure
Details of Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Paro12 days Bhutan tour and trek
Transfer to hotel. Evening visit to Paro market and town. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 2 : Paro
Morning drive the winding road northwest up the Pa Chu (Paro River) to Drukgyel Dzong, the ruined fort, which once defended this valley from Tibetan invasions. Overnight in Paro.
Day 3 : Paro to Thimphu
Morning drive downstream along side the Pa Chu (Paro River) to its confluence with Wang Chu (Thimphu river) then up valley to Thimphu.Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 4 : Thimphu
After breakfast, visit the Painting school where centuries old art of Bhutanese paintings is taught. National Library, the vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts, manuscripts. Overnight in Thimphu.
Day 5 : Thimphu to Genekha
Drive for 45 minutes to reach starting point of the trek. Overnight in Genekha at 2800m.
Day 6 : Genekha to Gur
On trek the true communion with the nature starts with alpine flora and fauna .
Day 7 : Gur to Labatama
The first pass symbolised by a huge cairns gives a spectacular view of the whole 'Dagala' range, meadheder's camp. Camp at altitude 4300m .
Day 8 : Labatama Halt
An excursion to any one of three lakes; 'Relitso', 'Hetso' and 'Jamatso'. Your treking escort will reveal mystic stories about these lakes. Also the day and place is ideal for trout fishing. Overnight in the camp.
Day 9 : Labatama Halt
Extension to 'Sesto' and nearby lakes. Hike to 'Sesto' is easy and interesting. The "Ahinsa" (non violence) group can attempt climbing "Jomo" a peak of 5050m.
Day 10 : Labatama to Panka
Walk for 20 minute upwards and later you will have majestic view of Himalayan peaks during descent. This point is around 4460m.
Day 11 : Panka to Talikha
This day entails the crossing of several passes, each one more impressive than the other. Search for different verities of Blue Poppy (June - July) and mountain birds.
Day 12 : Talekha to Thimphu & to Paro
Passing through alpine and mixed vegetation , one reaches Talekha monastery and village and once again Thimphu view is superb.
Day 13 : Paro Departure
Drive to the airport for flight to onward destination after breakfast.
Duration: 13 Days
Program Type: Tour and Trekking
Max. Altitude: 5050 m
Minimum Pax: 2
Mode of Travel: Transport & walking
Start Trip: . Paro
End Trip: Paro
Grade: Moderate
Trip Cost Include:
| » | Airport pick up and drop |
| » | All accomodation |
| » | All Melas (breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) |
| » | All Transportation by car van/Bus/Coaster |
| » | One English Speaking Guide |
| » | Sightseeing Entry fee |
| » | Bhutan Travel Pernit |
| » | Equipment: Trekking tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Table and chairs, Mattresses during the trekking |
| » | All Food for trekking ( Breakfast, lunch, dinner) prepared by our cook |
| » | Staff: 1 Trekking Guide, 1 Cook, 1 Kitchen & necessary porters |
| » | All transportation by car/ van/ bus |
| » | Trekking crews of insurance |
| » | Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking crews |
| » | Airfare |
| » | Bhutan Visa fee (USD 20.00) |
| » | Tourism Development fund(TDF USD 10.00) |
| » | Emergency Rescue evacuation |
| » | Trekking Sleeping bag |
| » | Personal expenses |
| » | Tipping (Tips) |
| » | Bar bills & beverage |
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