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Bhutan Walking Holidays with Bumdra Camping.
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Paro
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This tour has as much focus on cultural sites as it does on natural wonders, but with plenty of hiking thrown into the mix. By walking to some of the country’s most spectacular monasteries, we endeavor to help you gain an insight into Bhutan’s Buddhist culture in the most profound way possible. During the week, we cover the three valleys of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, all varied in terms of ecosystems and landscapes.
One of the highlights of this walking holiday is our trek to Bumdra Monastery where we camp overnight in the Himalayan wilderness way up in the clouds, our final destination being the iconic Taktsang Goemba or Tiger’s Nest Monastery. We hike along ancient mountain paths, followi...
Highlights
9 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
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Mobile Ticket
9 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private tour
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Coffee and/or Tea
All sightseeing entry fees that are mentioned in the itinerary
Transport by private vehicle
Sustainable Development Fee ( SDF )
Professional guide
Bottled water
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Snacks
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Accommodation as per itinerary
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Visa fee
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Travel insurance
Flight ticket
Medical Insurance
Meeting Points
Departure
Paro International Airport
A guide and driver will be awaiting your arrival at Paro International Airport with a placard bearing your name.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This tour has as much focus on cultural sites as it does on natural wonders, but with plenty of hiking thrown into the mix. By walking to some of the country’s most spectacular monasteries, we endeavor to help you gain an insight into Bhutan’s Buddhist culture in the most profound way possible. During the week, we cover the three valleys of Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, all varied in terms of ecosystems and landscapes.
One of the highlights of this walking holiday is our trek to Bumdra Monastery where we camp overnight in the Himalayan wilderness way up in the clouds, our final destination being the iconic Taktsang Goemba or Tiger’s Nest Monastery. We hike along ancient mountain paths, followi...
Highlights
9 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
9 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private tour
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Coffee and/or Tea
All sightseeing entry fees that are mentioned in the itinerary
Transport by private vehicle
Sustainable Development Fee ( SDF )
Professional guide
Bottled water
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Snacks
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Accommodation as per itinerary
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Visa fee
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Travel insurance
Flight ticket
Medical Insurance
Meeting Points
Departure
Paro International Airport
A guide and driver will be awaiting your arrival at Paro International Airport with a placard bearing your name.
National Museum of Bhutan is located inside six floors of circular Ta Dzong, an ancient watchtower above Paro Dzong. The original building was constructed in 1656. In 1872, the future first monarch, Ugyen Wangchuk was imprisoned here, while embroiled in the conflict. The building was converted to house, the first museum of Bhutan in 1968. The collection of the museum comprises of textiles, gears, costumes, manuscripts, paintings, appliqué and embroidered Thangkas. There is a gallery of Bhutan’s famous stamp, stuffed animals, insects, bamboo crafts, arms and amours, jewellery, household artifacts. On the top, there is also a chapel in form of a life-sustaining tree, with icons representing various Himalayan Buddhist traditions.
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Rinpung Dzong
Rinpung Dzong is a large dzong - Buddhist monastery and fortress - of the Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school in Paro District, Bhutan. It houses the district Monastic Body and government administrative offices of Paro Dzongkhag. It is listed as a tentative site in Bhutan's Tentative List for UNESCO inclusion
