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"The homestay is a very worthwhile experience - also a great way to try Bhutanese cuisine although a little daunting due to the chilis" |
Bhutan Tours and Treks
Despite increasing popularity and attention, the number of travelers to Bhutan remains relatively few and you may well find your friends look blank when you mention it. Culturally it is a world away from anything you have experienced elsewhere and te scope for trekking is immense - from short walks to arduous treks.
To trek here is to experience the kingdom
of Bhutan at its most magnificent. From the towering snow peaks of the inner
Himalayas to the verdant forests which cloak the hills above its peaceful
valleys, the trails are clean and unspoiled, and the wilderness still pristine
in its beauty.
Unlike Nepal, Bhutan's trekking routes have not been over trekked - only
on main routes in peak season will you meet other trekkers. Many of the
routes are old trade routes, now usused and are often more precipitous and
less-maintained than in Nepal.
In consequence Bhutan can offer real wilderness and village experiences.
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Magical Bhutan
7 days
Paro
- Thimphu - Punaka - Wangdue - Gangtey - Taktsang
Venture into a world that will touch your heart and soul.
Nestled deep in the eastern Himalaya, unknown to much of the world. Magnificent
mountains, lush valleys, thick forests, a serene lifestyle and traditions
unchanged for centuries – this is the essence of Bhutan. Towns are tiny,
little more than villages, with quiet streets lined by decorative shops and
houses.
A farmhouse homestay is one of the highlights. |
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Glimpse of Bhutan
5 days
Paro - Thimphu - Wangdue & Punakha - Paro
A
short journey into the little-known Himalayan Kingdom. Visit the architectural
wonders and spiritual centers of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdue and experience
a little of the country's incredible natural beauty. A trip sure to tempt
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Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon
11 days
Paro - Thimphu - Punaka - Trongsa - Bumthang - Wangdue - Paro
Colorful prayer flags highlight natural and
man-made features of the landscape, adorning houses and bridges; standing
atop ridges and mountain passes and in forest clearings.
This is Bhutan, a kingdom that has long maintained its independence and isolation
from the outside world and so preserved a fascinating Himalayan culture and
tradition - a land of myths, legends and traditions which are as vital and
alive today as when they originated. A farmhouse homestay and medieval Bumthang
are definite highlights.
Consider also Cultural Bhutan & Bumthang Trek.
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Bhutan Trek: Gangtey
& Phobjikha Valley
9 days
Paro - Thimphu - Gangtey - Phobjikha Valley Trek - Wangdue - Punakha
In addition
to the cultural highlights of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdu explore Gangtey
and Phobjikha, a glacial valley on the western slopes of the Black Mountains.
The valley is a designated conservation area and, due to the large flocks
of black-necked cranes that winter here it is one of the most important wildlife
preserves in the country. There are also muntjack (barking deer), wild boar,
sambar, Himalayan black bear, leopard & black fox in the area. |
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Bhutan Trek: Haa
Valley Ancient Trade Route
10 days
Paro - Thimphu - Wangdue - Punakha - Haa - Trek - Paro
This
ancient trade route, newly opened to trekkers, traverses some of the most
scenic valleys of western Bhutan and villages rarely visited by foreigners.
This is a thickly forested area interspersed with rich grazing pastures.
Not neglecting the better known highlights of Bhutan, visit the famous dzongs
of Punakha, Wangdue and Par and the dramatically situated Taktsang monastery
as well as importand, but seldom visited temples of Haa. |
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Bhutan Trek: Cultural
Bhutan & Bumthang
12 days
Paro - Thimphu - Wangdue - Tongsa - Bumthang Trek - Punakha
The
lovely Bumthang valley is the religious heartland of the nation and home to
some of its oldest Buddhist temples and monasteries. This three day trek passes
through several villages on its meandering route through Bumthang countryside,
and provides an exceptional opportunity for contact with Bhutanese rural life. |
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Bhutan Trek: Dalgala 1000 Lakes
14 days
Paro - Thimphu - Dalgala Lakes Trek - Thimphu - Paro
This is a very scenic, relaxing trek passing by picturesque high altitude lakes. It is a moderate trek with mostly short trekking days, but includes a few steep climbs. |
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Bhutan Trek: Druk
Path
12 days
Paro - Druk Path Trek - Thimphu - Wangdue & Punakha
One
of the most scenic treks in Bhutan, the Druk Path ventures along wilderness
trails into unpopulated regions, past several remote lakes. There is plenty
of time also to visit the architectural wonders and spiritual centers of Paro
and Thimphu, to chat with the people and shop in the bazaars. This is a trip
that will introduce you to all facets of this entrancing country. |
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Longer,
Tougher Treks
For
those with the time, budget and prior trekking experience Bhutan offers a
number of longer, strenuous treks.
Snowman Trek - approx 30 days
Laya Trek - approx 20 days
Jomolhari Trek - approx 14 days |
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