Bhutan: Valleys of Faith & Forests Trail (9 Days)
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Duration 9 days
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Type Forest
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Group Size 50 Peoples
Overview
Theme: Spirituality + Nature
Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, is a Himalayan kingdom where ancient monasteries cling to cliff faces, Gross National Happiness guides the nation’s ethos, and prayer flags flutter across alpine passes. This deeply spiritual journey takes you through serene valleys, sacred forests, and remote villages, offering a rare insight into one of the world’s most peaceful cultures.
Included & Excluded
Arrive at Paro International Airport and meet your Bhutanese guide Scenic drive to Thimphu through pine forests and riverside roads Evening visit to the National Memorial Chorten and walk around Clock Tower Square Dinner at a traditional Bhutanese restaurant and overnight in Thimphu
Visit Buddha Dordenma, the world’s tallest sitting Buddha Explore the Folk Heritage Museum and the Institute of Zorig Chusum (13 Traditional Arts) Stroll through the local crafts bazaar and textile shops Optional hike to Wangditse Lhakhang viewpoint Overnight in Thimphu
Stop at Dochula Pass (3,100m) and view 108 chortens with Himalayan panoramas Descend into the lush Punakha Valley and visit the majestic Punakha Dzong Walk across Bhutan’s longest suspension bridge Dinner and overnight in a riverside lodge in Punakha
Morning hike through rice terraces to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten Visit a traditional farmhouse and participate in butter tea and chili cheese preparation Optional archery session with local villagers Overnight in Punakha
Drive to the glacial Phobjikha Valley, winter home of the endangered black-necked cranes Visit Gangtey Monastery and walk the Gangtey Nature Trail Check into a cozy lodge overlooking the wetlands Dinner with firewood heating and storytelling by a local monk
Morning forest hike with a naturalist guide Optional guided meditation or visit to a traditional hot stone bath Afternoon free to rest or journal Overnight in Phobjikha
Drive back to Paro with scenic stops along the Wang Chhu River Visit the 7th-century Kyichu Lhakhang and stroll around Paro town Optional visit to a local farmhouse for a cooking demo Overnight in Paro
Full-day guided hike to Bhutan’s iconic cliffside monastery, Taktsang Enjoy lunch at a mountainside teahouse with panoramic views Evening farewell dinner with traditional music and masked dance Overnight in Paro
Transfer to Paro International Airport for onward journey
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