Bhutan: 9-Day Tour with experiencing Phobjikha Valley
ID: GYG1345526-2054259
Category:
Country: Bhutan
Duration:
9 days
Description
Discover the best of Bhutan on a 9-day guided tour. Visit Paro, Thimphu, Phobjikha Valley, and Punakha, and enjoy meals, hotels, and a guide.
Day 1: Arrive in Paro, Bhutan
Arrive in Paro and be welcomed at the airport. Visit the Tachog Lhakhang Iron Bridge before transferring to Thimphu.
Day 2: Thimphu Sightseeing
Explore Thimphu, visiting the Memorial Chorten, Buddha Dordenma, and Changangkha Lhakhang. Enjoy a hike in the area.
Day 3: Thimphu to Phobjikha Valley
Travel to Phobjikha Valley via Dochula Pass, stopping to see the 108 Chortens and Gangtey Monastery.
Day 4: Phobjikha Valley
Spend a full day in Phobjikha Valley, hiking the Gangtey Nature Trail, visiting the Black-Necked Crane Information Centre, and exploring the valley.
Day 5: Phobjikha Valley to Punakha
Travel to Punakha, stopping at Chimi Lhakhang, the Fertility Temple in Lobesa Valley.
Day 6: Punakha
Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, visit Punakha Dzong, and cross the suspension bridge.
Day 7: Punakha to Paro
Return to Paro, visiting Ta Dzong National Museum, Rinpung Dzong, and trying on traditional Bhutanese dress.
Day 8: Tiger's Nest Monastery Hike
Hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery, perched 3,120 meters above the Paro Valley floor.
Day 9: Departure from Paro
Depart from Paro International Airport, concluding your Bhutan adventure.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the culture and nature of Bhutan on a guided tour
- Hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery and take in the views
- Explore the Phobjikha Valley, a UNESCO-recognized glacial valley
- Visit the Punakha Dzong, Bhutan's most majestic fortress
- Enjoy a guided tour of Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Seats are subject to availability at time of booking.
Carry comfortable walking shoes — cobblestone streets ahead!
Currency: Dollar/ Crypto. ATMs are widely available.
Weather in June: 18 °C – 25 °C. Light jacket recommended.
Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD100 per night per adult and USD50 for children aged 5 to 12 years old. Children below 5 years are waived.
A one-time visa application fee of USD40.
INCLUDED
- Airfare (Economy class) (optional)
- 3-star and above hotel accommodation (twin sharing)
- Daily breakfast ,Lunch & dinners
- English-speaking Tour Manager throughout
- Government Taxes
- Travel insurance (optional)
- Sightseeing Fees & VisaHotels
- Meals
- Sightseeing
- Hiking
- Tour Manager
NOT INCLUDED
- Airfare if not included
- Travel insurance, if not included.
- Personal expenses & tips
- Optional Activities
- Alcoholic & Special BeveragesAirfare
- Travel insurance
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
