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Bhutan - The Dragon Kingdom - 9 days

Introduction: The Kingdom of Bhutan is probably the most mysterious of all the Himalayan Kingdoms. It lies landlocked in the eastern Himalayas between Nepal and India, amidst the highest mountains in the world. It is a land of diverse contrasts, with beautiful forests of rhodedendrons, pine and cedar, rugged mountains, lush valleys, and lakes teeming with trout. This trip gives you an insight into the deep cultural heritage of Bhutan, combined with a six day trek. We explore some of the monasteries and ancient fortresses (dzongs) of Paro and the capital Thimphu, and enter the beautiful Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest), which clings precariously to the rock cliff. Our trek takes us along trails leading high above the valleys, crossing the chain of mountains that separates the valleys of Paro and Thimphu. We trek through thick alpine and rhodedendron forests and along remote trails, encounter yak herders establishing camps, and marvel at the spectacular backdrop of the beautiful Himalayan mountains.

Tour Style:	Active Tour - What's this?	Click map to zoom
Start:	Paro
Finish:	Paro
Duration:	10 days
Cost:	US$2,880.00
Single Supplement:	US$570.00 - What's this?
Countries Visited & Visa Requirements:	Bhutan
Maximum Group Size:	12
Age Range:	18-55 years - Any flexibility?
Itinerary:	Click here for details
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DEPARTURE DATES:

Start	Finish	Price	Trip Status	Book
Mon 03 Sep 12	Wed 12 Sep 12	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT
Mon 01 Oct 12	Wed 10 Oct 12	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT
Mon 05 Nov 12	Wed 14 Nov 12	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT
2013
Mon 18 Mar 13	Wed 27 Mar 13	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT
Mon 08 Apr 13	Wed 17 Apr 13	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT
Mon 06 May 13	Wed 15 May 13	US$2,880	Available	BOOK IT

ITINERARY:

Day 1		Join Paro - Arrival Transfer Included. Afternoon - Rinpung Dzong, Paro Town
Day 2		Paro – Drukgyal Dzong, Bhutanese Farmhouse Visit, Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)
Day 3		Paro - Ta Dzong, National Museum. Trek to Jele Dzong
Day 4		Trek to Jangchulakha through Alpine and Rhodedendron Forest
Day 5		Trek to Jimilangtsho, Lake Jimilangtsho
Day 6		Trek to Simkota via Lake Janye Tsho
Day 7		Trek to Phajoding. Views of Mt Gangkhar Punsum
Day 8		Trek to Thimphu
Day 9		Thimphu Valley – Dechhenchholing Palace, Tango Monastery, Memorial Chorten, National Library, School of Arts & Crafts. Drive Paro
Day 10		Tour Ends Paro – Departure Transfer Included

HIGHLIGHTS:

Bhutan

• Paro • Ta Dzong • National Museum • Rinpung Dzong • Drukgyal Dzong • Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) • Himalayan Trek • Jeledzong • Himalayan Mountain Views • Jangchulakha • Jimilangtso Lakes • Janye Tsho Lake • Yak Herders Camps • Simkota • Mt Gangkhar Punsum • Phajoding • Thimphu Valley • Thimphu • Dechhenchholing Palace • Tango Monastery • Memorial Chorten • National Library • School of Arts & Crafts • Motithang Mini Zoo

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• 9 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 9 Dinners • All Activities and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary • Escorted Tour - Local Bhutanese Guide, Cook & Assistant on Trek • Horses to Carry Luggage & Equipment for Trek • Taktsang Monastery (Tiger’s Nest) • Airport Transfers • Bhutan Tourist Fee and Bhutan Visa Fee

ACCOMMODATION AND TRANSPORT:

Accommodation

• Hotels (4 Nights)

• Camping (5 Nights)

Transport

• Private Vehicle

• On Foot

GRADE:

Moderate - Trekking approximately 4-6 hours per day for 6 days