Immerse yourself in the deep-rooted spiritual and cultural traditions of the last remaining Vajrayana Buddhist country in the world. Experience the ancestral magic, timeless mystery, and the spectacular Himalayan landscapes in the Kingdom of Bhutan-CypressHimalaya
7 days, departs on Day 8
- Day 1 Nov.10 Arrive from Kolkata or Bangkok to Paro, morning arrive, take 1 hour drive towards Thimphu, Stop at Iron Bridge and Milarepa Cave, drink blessing waters from the holy mountain
- Day 2 Nov.11 Thimphu, Visit 2nd Largest Seated Buddha, meditation instruction, afternoon Astrology College, get an astrological reading from the lamas. Traditional Thangka Painting experience at our Art Studio in Thimphu.
- Day 3 Nov.12 Punakha 3 hour drive stop at Dochula Pass (10,000 ft) visit to Chimmi Lhakang, the temple of the Divine Madman, Drukpa Kuenely.
Highlights
- Visit to 3 major cities in Bhutan: Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha
- Second Largest Seated Buddha Statue in the World-The Buddha Dordenma- Thimphu
- Hike the legendary Tiger’s Nest in Paro (pictured), a 3.5 hour hike to a cliffside monastery
- Short nature walks to temples, make offerings and light butter lamps for loved ones
- Soak in the Medicinal Hot Stone Bath
- Private Retreat time to practice meditation
- Learn about Gross National Happiness, known as GNH
- Option, Thangka Painting with master artist, and White Water Rafting in Punakha
Detailed Itinerary for 7 days, Departs on Day 8
What’s included in the Total Cost?
What’s not included in Tour Price?
- Sustainable Development Fee ($100 USD paid to Immigration for the Visa)
- Your International Flight from one of the hubs, Bangkok, Kathmandu or New Delhi
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Suggested Tips for Guide and Driver (read more in the Bhutan Checklist)
Total Costs per person
- 7 Days, departs on Day 8. All inclusive Tour (accommodations/food) Guide and Driver $2,200 USD per person (3 people we use a H-1 Van seat capacity 5-7)
- *SDF $700 USD
- We book your international Flight into Bhutan from one of the Hubs, one flight per day on Drukair Economy- from Bangkok ($935) New Delhi ($570) or Kathmandu ($470)-approx airfare costs.
- $40 Visa Fee
What is the Sustainable Development Fee? (SDF)
Visa Details and E-tickets
- We will process your Visa through Immigration, and email your Visa to you
- Your E-ticket and your Visa will be emailed to you to you one month before travel time
- You will be responsible for obtaining a Visa for any other countries you will be transiting on your way into Bhutan
Accommodations
- Rooms are Standard, Shared, double for couples
- We only use exclusive resorts and hotels
- For single supplement/private room there is an extra charge
Food/Meal Options
Let us know your preferences, food allergies/sensitivities
- Breakfast will be a choice of continental, breads, pancakes, eggs, coffee and teas.
- Lunch and dinners consist of freshly cooked organic vegetables, a meat dish and either Bhutanese red rice or white rice, and a noodle dish.
- Veg and Non Veg options at each meal, sometimes influenced by the cuisine of India, Nepal, chefs will try to incorporate traditional dishes of Bhutan.
- Bhutan is almost 100 percent organic, we will visit some incredible market places in Paro and Thimphu if time permits.
- Red Rice is by far the most popular exported grain, (pictured)
- The main dish for the Bhutanese is a chili cheese dish called Ema Datshi, and also momo’s which are a dumpling influenced from Tibet and Nepal.
- Beef, chicken and pork are the most popular meats, there is no butchery in Bhutan, it’s exported from India.
What to bring to Bhutan-the Checklist (downloadable)
Helpful links and Resources about Bhutan
- About Bhutan-The Land of the Thunder Dragon. Read all about Bhutan, The Monarchy, Heritage, Policies and more https://bhutan.travel/about
- Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche Memorial House https://shechen.org/cultural-preservation/memorial-house/–
- Tiger’s Nest Monastery– Paro Taktsang, the most famous destination in Bhutan and in the Buddhist world. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paro_Taktsang
- Memorial Chorten-Thimphu. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Memorial_Chorten,_Thimphu
- History of Gross National Happiness (GNH) https://www.gnhcentrebhutan.org/history-of-gnh/
- Buddha Dordenma-2nd Largest Seated Buddha in the world https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddha_Dordenma_statue
- Invoking the Medicine Buddha–https://www.lionsroar.com/how-to-invoke-the-medicine-buddha/
- Bhutanese favorite pastimes, Hot Stone Baths: https://www.dailybhutan.com/article/hot-stone-baths-the-bath-culture-of-bhutan
Our Cancellation Policy
To confirm your Bhutan trip booking, full tour payment has to be made prior to your arrival in Bhutan. In the event of Bhutan tour booked and subsequently cancelled by you, your full tour cost will be refunded to you after deducting the following scale of charges depending on when the notification of your tour cancellation is received, and in addition admin fees for tour and airlines. The SDF will be refunded by Immigration, and will be paid in full at anytime.
a) If notification of your tour cancellation is received within 30 days prior to arrival in Bhutan, 50 %of your Bhutan tour cost shall be deducted as cancellation charges.
b) If notification of your tour cancellation is received within 15 days before your arrival in Bhutan, 75% of your Bhutan tour cost shall be deducted as cancellation charges.
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