Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu
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Based on 9 Reviews
- duration 11 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-99 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-41872
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- Operated in English
- Starts Kathmandu, Nepal
- Ends Kathmandu, Nepal +4
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Experience the colourful masked dance festivals of Bhutan
- Visit the Paro Dzong and the incredible Tiger's Nest monastery at Taktsang
- Drive across the Dochu La and visit Punakha Dzong
- Walk in the quiet Gangtey Valley
- Visit the impressive Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress in Thimphu
The tour "Festivals Of Bhutan - Thimphu" starts from and ends in Kathmandu. This is a cultural, religious and historic sites trip that takes 11 days. You will travel through India, Nepal and Bhutan and visit Gangtey Gonpa, Bemri Lhakhang, Dalai Lama Monastery and 3 other destinations. This is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
Hidden in a corner of the Himalaya, the secretive kingdom of Bhutan is an unforgettable destination with ancient traditions, spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant festivals. At these, hundreds gather to see monks in brightly coloured robes perform ritual dances. For several days there are masked dances and prayer meetings, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails. The spring departures visit Paro Festival, while the autumn departures take in Thimphu Festival.
Please note: This itinerary is valid for departures starting in Kathmandu on 11 September 2024 and 30 September 2025 attending Thimphu Festival.
Please refer to the alternative Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 14 March 2024 (Paro Festival) and 06 September 2024 (Thimphu Festival) and 02 April 2025 (Paro Festival)
Hidden in a corner of the Himalaya, the secretive kingdom of Bhutan is an unforgettable destination with ancient traditions, spectacular mountain scenery and vibrant festivals. At these, hundreds gather to see monks in brightly coloured robes perform ritual dances. For several days there are masked dances and prayer meetings, and a general carnival atmosphere prevails. The spring departures visit Paro Festival, while the autumn departures take in Thimphu Festival.
Please note: This itinerary is valid for departures starting in Kathmandu on 11 September 2024 and 30 September 2025 attending Thimphu Festival.
Please refer to the alternative Festival itinerary for departures starting in Kathmandu on 14 March 2024 (Paro Festival) and 06 September 2024 (Thimphu Festival) and 02 April 2025 (Paro Festival)
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu
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Day 2: Fly to Paro
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Day 3: Full day at Thimphu Festival
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Day 4: Thimphu
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Day 5: Drive to Gangtey; visit Wangdiphodrang Dzong monastery
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Day 6: Morning hike through the Gangtey Valley. Afternoon visit to Khewang Lhakhang
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Day 7: Drive to Punakha, visit Chimi Lhakhang, Punakha Dzong
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Day 8: Drive to Paro, visiting Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge, Dzongdrakha Goemba and Kyichu Lhakhang monastery
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Day 9: Day walk to Taktsang, Tiger’s Nest Monastery
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Day 10: Fly to Kathmandu
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Day 11: End Kathmandu
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- All accommodation
Meals
- All breakfasts, eight lunches, eight dinners
Transport
- All transport and listed activities
- Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone
Guide
- Tour leader throughout
Others
- Bhutanese visa
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Kathmandu visas or vaccinations
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 9 reviews
Great trip
Beautiful Bhutan
Breathtaking Bhutan
Wonderful Bhutan
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5 - Excellent
Great trip, and worth a visit to experience Bhutan and the festivals
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5 - Excellent
This trip provides a fascinating insight into a little known destination. We loved it!
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5 - Excellent
This is a trip of a lifetime to the most beautiful place on the earth. Such beauty from the people, the environment, the culture and from the expert care of the team who show you their fantastic country.
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4 - Very Good
Wonderful buildings, incredible Bhuddist traditions, lovely scenery, friendly people - a really peaceful, largely unspoilt and unique country - and a photographer's paradise. The only down side is the dangerous road from Wangdue... Read more
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 04 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 04 October 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceFestivals of Bhutan - Thimphu tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Festivals of Bhutan - Thimphu tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
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