The Best Of Bhutan - 6 Days

The Best Of Bhutan - 6 Days

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Tour Overview

This 6 days Bhutan Tour is a popular week tour package most of our clients prefer. You will be very happy to know the happiest people of Asia and their traditions, culture and their lifestyle. You will also explore various monasteries and Buddhist art in Bhutan. You will fly in Druk Air from Kathmandu to Paro Airport and enjoy the amazing life experience of the Himalayan flight over the snow-capped mountains ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Tiger's nest

  • Culture and History

  • magnificent views

Places You'll See

The Best Of Bhutan - 6 Days

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival in Bhutan and Sightseeing in Paro (2,250m / 7,382ft) : 1 Hr Flight

Location: Paro International Airport

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You will be welcomed by an amazing view of The Himalayas as you approach Bhutan. At the airport, you will be welcomed by a representative of Alpine Club of Himalaya. Once you have settled in our hotel, you will embark on your journey to Paro. In Paro, you will visit places such as the Dungste Lhakang, a 15th-century temple with the Ugyen Perli Palace visible through its fence, the Rinpung Dzong, a fortress-monastery, the national museum, and Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest Bhutanese temple. Overnight in Paro. ...more ...less

Day 2 : Paro to Thimphu (2,320m/7,610ft): 54 km, 1 hour drive: Hike to Taktsang Monastery

Thimphu, Nepal

Location: Thimphu

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will take a scenic hike for about 4-5 hours to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest), the most sacred monastery in Bhutan, built on steep cliff, offering you enchanting views of the Paro valley.Guru Padmasambhava who introduced Buddhism to Bhutan, is said to have meditated there for three years, three months, three weeks, three days and three hours in the 8th century. Lunch will be served at the restaurant located halfway up the mountain. You will then hike back down the valley and drive to Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 3 : Hike to Wangditse Gompa followed by sightseeing in Thimphu

Thimphu, Nepal

Location: Thimphu

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We drive up to BBS Television Broadcasting Tower in the morning, and then hike up for an hour to the Wangditse Monastery, with great views of Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress, the Samtenling Palace, and the Dorje Drak meditation retreat.

We then hike back down to Thimphu. In Thimphu, you will visit landmarks such as the National Memorial Chorten, the Drubthob Gonpa/Zilukha Nunnery, the majestic Tashi Chhoe Dzong (Fortress of Glorious Religion), the gigantic Buddha Dordenma Statue, the Takin Sanctuary, the National Library that houses ancient manuscripts, the National Institute of Traditional Medicine, the mini zoo, and many other prominent cultural heritage buildings. We may also visit the Textile Museum, the Handicraft Emporium, the traditional paper factory, and the majestic Tashichho Dzong. Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 4 : Thimphu to Punakha (1,250m/4,100ft): 76 km, 2 – 3 hours drive: Hike to Lungchutse Monastery

Location: Punakha

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we drive to Dochula pass (3,100 meters), a mountain pass on the road from Thimpu to Punakha where 108 memorial chortens or stupas known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens” have been built by Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuk, the eldest Queen Mother. To the east of the pass, the snow clad mountain peaks of the Himalayas are seen prominently and among them is the Mt. Masanggang at 7,158 metres (23,484 ft), which is the highest peak in Bhutan. From there you will take a 2-hour hike up to the Lungchutse Monastery. The pass was part of ancient trails or tracks between Thimphu and Punakha, and offers panoramic views of the Bhutan Himalayas and a rhododendron garden. Hike back to Dochu La Pass. After lunch, drive downhill through the rhododendron, fir and hemlock forests. On the way, we stop at Metshina Village and take a 20-minute walk through the rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang, which is a fertility temple dedicated to the Divine Madman or Lama Drukpa Kuenley. Overnight in Punakha.

Day 5 : Punakha to Paro: 130 km, 4 hours drive: Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten

Paro, Bhutan

Location: Paro

Accommodation: Hotel, 3* accommodation

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

At dawn, we drive 12 km north of Punakha to the base of the hill, at which the majestic Khamsum Yulley Namgyal is built. From the car park, you have to cross a suspension bridge and walk through rice fields before you start climbing a moderately inclined trail surrounded by pine trees. The temple was built over a period of 9 years, with Bhutanese craftsmen including carpenters, painters, and sculptors consulting only holy scriptures rather than engineering manuals to construct it. Khamsum Yulley Namgyal is a splendid example of Bhutan’s fine architectural and artistic traditions and is the only one of its kind in the world. Enjoy a spectacular view of the Punakha Valley from the temple. On the way back, we visit the Punakha Dzong, the second oldest and the second largest Dzong in Bhutan, built in 1637. In the afternoon, we drive back to Paro and spend the night there.

Day 6 : Final Departure: Home Sweet Home

Paro, Bhutan

Location: Paro

Meals Included: Breakfast

After an early breakfast at your hotel, we will drive you to Paro International Airport from where you can catch your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast

What's Included

  • Meals – Full Board

    Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner with one cup of tea or coffee only

  • Entrance Fees

    Entrance fees to Everest Region and Trekking Permit

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Drinks with Meals

    only tea of coffee , just a cup

  • Accommodation

  • Fully Guided

  • Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation

    Wifi in Kahtmandu Hotel only

What's Not Included

  • Train Tickets

  • Local Taxes

  • International Travel

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Tipping and Gratuities

Check out our Q&As

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    yes

  • What is the maximum group size?

    50

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    3* hotel in Kathmandu

  • Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

    only in Kathmandu.

  • Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?

    yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Domestic flight includes

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    still can operate

  • Company Instant Book

    Yes

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    no

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    yes

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    No

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    yes

  • What is the tipping policy?

    tippling at the end of the trip

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    yes

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    no

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    Any currency

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    3* accommodaton in Kathmnadu, could be alpine hotel and apartment

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    no

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    must be fit.

Reviews of this operator

Sabita Khanal (Google Reviewer)  

Alpine Club of Himalaya is...

23-May-2023

Alpine Club of Himalaya is the best corporate travel agent I have ever worked with in Nepal. From a customer experience perspective, their service is superlative. I had done my Gokyo Lake Trek last week, and they are the most responsive agent they made every transaction 100% hassle-free. Highly Recommended ACH. ...more ...less

Swanny (Google Reviewer)  

Mr. Sujan and the Alpine...

02-Jan-2025

Mr. Sujan and the Alpine Himalaya team have been excellent to deal with. Sujan is excellent at trip planning and made us an amazing itinerary for the Annapurna circuit and activities in Pokhara like paragliding, bungee, & zip line. He also organised a cake for my birthday🎂. We completed Annapurna circuit with our guide Pemba Sherpa and porter Dawa Sherpa they were amazing. Pemba sherpa was very kind, professional, and took such great care of us. He really took the time to teach us about the culture in the mountains and shared details about the landscape. I really felt privileged to be able to walk the circuit with him. Thank you again Alpine club of Himalaya and the team for the wonderful experience. ...more ...less

Kwang Nam Kim (Google Reviewer)  

Just returned to Seoul after...

14-Apr-2023

Just returned to Seoul after 14day Annapurna sanctuary trek. The trekking was fantastic and Sujan well organized everything for us and we could enjoy the trekking. It was once in a life time experience for me and Sujan arranged experienced sherpa and porter who made our trekking more enjoyable. I am 70 and worried about this challenging trekking and Sujan said to me that “age is only a number” and he helped me to do this trekking. Sujan is a really professional who can make the trekking more enjoyable and safe. I found that his main concern was customers’ safety and satisfaction. I definitely return to Nepal for next trip and thanks Sujan and Pasang our sherpa. ...more ...less

NM Widjaja (Google Reviewer)  

My experience exploring the Himalayan...

13-Jun-2024

My experience exploring the Himalayan Mountains, especially ABC (Annapurna Base camp) with one of the well-known and trusted Travel Companies in Nepal, namely the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal, was truly an unforgettable experience, friendly service, Professional Services, qualified and experienced guides, for the next trip I will stay will be with the Alpine Club of Himalaya Nepal. Always success.... Thank you ...more ...less

Mario Gunawan (Mario) (Google Reviewer)  

what a great journey.. great...

26-May-2024

what a great journey.. great experience.. mr. Sujan is very friendly and very welcoming.. from the moment we arrived to the last day it was perfect..in love in nepal.. extraordinary journey into the world of culture and natural beauty.. thanks alpine..great service…i will come back for another trip soon.. ...more ...less

Dan Ellison (Google Reviewer)  

Namaste 🙏 Alpine club was an...

24-Dec-2024

Namaste 🙏 Alpine club was an absolute pleasure to be with while hiking in the great Himalayas, thier guides and porters are amazing people and very knowledgeable with the land in Nepal, very friendly and professional. Sujan is very helpful and really pays attention to detail with organising a trip and beyond. A big hout out to Pemba and Dawa sherpa for the top quality guide and hospitality. I'll be back in Nepal for sure and I'll definitely be choosing Alpine club again. Thanks guys ! ...more ...less

Angela Treble (Google Reviewer)  

We recently trekked the Manaslu...

28-Oct-2024

We recently trekked the Manaslu circuit over 11 days with Alpine Club of Himalaya. Pemba and Karma were excellent as guide and porter, respectively. This is the second time we have used Alpine Club of Himalaya and loved our experience again. The first trek was the Annapurna Circuit Trek and included experiencing Dashain during the trek. This recent trek we experienced Tibetan culture. Sujan is an excellent host, responsive, and attends to fine details. He and the team care about your well being and treat you like family. We look forward to using them again on our next trip! 🙏 ...more ...less

Juwi (Google Reviewer)  

I had an incredible experience...

20-Nov-2024

I had an incredible experience with Alpine Club Himalaya! Traveling through the mountains was unforgettable, with breathtaking viewpoints, serene temples, and special spots that made the journey truly magical. The group I traveled with was amazing, and the entire trip was so well-organized that I could just relax and enjoy every moment. I’m so happy I joined this journey—it’s one I’ll cherish forever! Highly recommended for anyone looking for a seamless and inspiring adventure. ...more ...less

Christine Blice-Baum (Google Reviewer)  

We highly recommend the Alpine...

01-Oct-2024

We highly recommend the Alpine Club of Himalaya and owner Sujan! We received 5-star customer service on our recent trip to Lumbini. Because of the heavy rains Sujan monitored our travel thorought the trip. Thank you!

Jolien van der Vaart (Google Reviewer)  

The trip was amazing, well...

23-Oct-2023

The trip was amazing, well worth taking. It was very well organised, the company even provided sleeping bags and duffel jackets which came in handy when it snowed at basecamp. Our guide and porter were knowledgeable and friendly, we were in excellent hands with them. If you’re considering a trek that isn’t too long but has excellent views nonetheless, go on this one. ...more ...less

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  • Low Deposit

    Alpine Club of Himalaya requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 2 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of alpine club of himalaya charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 50 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

The Best Of Bhutan - 6 Days

6 Days Starting and ending in Airport Road Paro, Paro 12001, Bhutan

Visiting: Thimphu, Punakha, Paro

Tour operator:

Alpine Club of Himalaya

Tour code:

15

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 90

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

1-90

Special diets catered:

Meat, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Walking

Private Available:

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NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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