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Amazing Bhutan From East To West

16 days
Start and end in Paro
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 8
Age range 12 to 70
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Highlights

  • Explore the National Museum of Bhutan
  • Visit the sacred Chorten Kora stupa
  • Experience a homestay in Merak village
  • Witness pottery making in Gangzur Village
  • Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive Paro International Airport & Sightseeing in Paro (2200m)
  2. Day 2 Mountain Flight to Eastern Bhutan / Drive to Trashiyangtse (1715m)
  3. Day 3 Trashiyangtse / Transfer to Trashigang (1065m)
  4. Day 4 Trashigang / Transfer to Merak Village (3500m)
  5. Day 5 Full Day Exploring Merak Village (3500m)
  6. Day 6 Merak / Transfer to Mongar via Trashigang (1600m)
  7. Day 7 Mongar / Transfer to Lhuentse (1400m)
  8. Day 8 Lhuentse / Transfer to Yongkola for overnight (1600m)
  9. Day 9 Yongkola / Transfer to Tang Valley in Bumthang, Central Bhutan (2800m)
  10. Day 10 Tang Valley / Drive to Bumthang also known as Jakar (2800m)
  11. Day 11 Bumthang / Transfer to Phobjikha Valley (3000m)
  12. Day 12 Phobjikha / Transfer to Punakha Valley (1200m)
  13. Day 13 Punakha / Transfer to the Capital City Thimphu (2334m)
  14. Day 14 Thimphu / Transfer to Paro (2200m)
  15. Day 15 Hike to the famous Paro Taktsang & Later Visit a Farmhouse For Local Cuisine
  16. Day 16 Transfer to Paro International Airport for Departure
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Customer Photos

5.0
(115 reviews)

Number of tours

22

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Amazing Bhutan From East To West reviewer 1
    · June 18th, 2024
    What an incredible experience ! This year I realised my more than 30 years old dream, which was to visit Bhutan once in my life, and I must say that thanks to Acorn Tours and Travel, and Karma’s perfect organisation, my dream was more than fulfilled. According to our wishes and with quick responsiveness, Karma organised for my friend and me a tailor-made 20 days tour through the country from East to West, with entry by road into the country from the Jaigaon (India) border. It included a 2 days stay with the Brokpas people in Merak, a stay in Ura to take part to the Ura Yakchoe Festival, with its colourful and spectacular dances, a 2 days excursion to the beautiful off the beaten tracks Haa valley with impressing view of the Himalayan snow covered summits viewed in the far north from the Chelela pass. Lodging choice was a good balance between typical bhutanese homestays/farmstays and conventional hotels of good level, mainly with lovely character. Food was good and abundant, a special mention to the tasty food in the homestays/farmstays where we appreciated the « not too low spiced and occidental tourists adapted » food ! Thank you to Norbu our wonderful, interesting, helpful and lovely guide, giving me a hand whenever the path was too steep or slippery, and very generous with all kind of informations regarding culture, religion, bird- and wildlife, and a pro-photographer on top. Thank you to Nidrup for your good and safe driving, your kind help and great sense of humour. Congratulations Bhutan Acorn T and T, we can only recommend you ! JC + D
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    Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel commented on this review
    Dear JC and Daniele, I am so glad you chose Bhutan Acorn to help plan your dream trip to Bhutan; it was a pleasure working with you! Thank you for your review, and I wish you the best. -Karma and Team Bhutan Acorn Tours
    Trip date: April 2024
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    · December 31st, 2023
    Amazing bhutan tour by bhutan acorn. I am rating this tour 10/10. It was an amazing tour from east to west bhutan and many thanks to the staff for making this trip so unforgettable. First of all, i'd like to say thanks to mr karma for making it possible. His effort was greatly appreciated. His time to respond, ideas, suggestions, honesty, and friendliness were very much appreciated. He made everything so smoothly. I didnt have to worry about a thing. He designed the perfect itineraries for me and he made sure that i was in good hands. Yes, i really was. Mr karma, you are the best. He ordered me cake for my birthday and greeted me on my birthday during celebration with his staff and mandala resort staff. He checked in on me every so often and kept me posted if there was a delay or slight change with the schedule. The schedule was right on. The itineraries were perfect. I covered half of bhutan for 16d/15n. It was mr karma's input to save the best for last ( the highlight of this trip on my birthday- hike to tiger's nest). He gave me the perfect tandem- norbu (guide) and nedup (driver). These two compliment each other. I couldnt ask for more. From day one, i was greeted with a smile by these gents, and on last day, i left bhutan with a heavy heart because of them. Mr karma guaranteed the best guides for me and he was very accurate. Norbu's knowledge was impressive. Nedup's driving skills were exceptionally good. They both took good care of me. Norbu is a great photographer and that was just a bonus. Now i have nice photos to look back to. Their professionalism, ideas, knowledge, concern, skills, and friendliness were beyond my expectations. I shared meals with them, hiked with them, celebrated birthday with them, laughed with them, sang with them, took selfies with them, window shopped with them, and witnessed several festivals with them. It was so memorable that on their 116th national day, we had a scheduled flight back to paro from bhumtang. Norbu and i had an awesome time during our flight with druk air. As for the tour itself, i covered half of bhutan for 16 days. Out of 20 districts, ive ticked off 10. Food was perfect. Hotel accommodations were great with mountain views for the most part. The schedule was right on. There was a delay and cancelation, but it turned out to be perfect because as i said earlier, we flew on their national day and it was so much fun. The highlight was the hike to tiger's nest. The temples, dzong, home stay, merak village, monasteries, and overnight stay at the heritage house were amazing. Everything about this tour was perfect, from day one to last day (day 16). I enjoyed merak village the most, but everything was pleasurable. Norbu and nedup were the best guides you could ask for. Thanks to these guys for making me safe and happy. I am very happy with bhutan acorn, and once again thanks to all the staff especially mr karma, norbu gyeltshen, and nedup wangchuk. Many thanks for this once in a lifetime adventure. I will take it to my grave. I will definitely book with bhutan acorn in the future, sooner rather than later, and will definitely recommend to all my friends and family who are interested in touring this beautiful country. Without a doubt, this company is highly recommended and trusted. Thank you!
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    Dear Nancy, thank you for your review! I am glad you enjoyed your trip to Bhutan, and that the cake I arranged was to your liking. Bhutan Acorn strives to seamlessly organize your trip and to create memorable experiences for our guests, so your feedback... Show more
    Trip date: December 2023
  • Amazing Bhutan From East To West reviewer 3
    · May 30th, 2023
    I have been interested in visiting Bhutan for...
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    Bhutan Acorn Tours & Travel commented on this review
    Dear Gerry, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your extraordinary journey through Bhutan with us. Your detailed account of your experiences at the Buddhist pilgrimage sites and hiking adventures is truly inspiring, and we're thrilled to... Show more
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    Trip date: April 2023

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Amazing Bhutan From East To West
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      Yes, entry fees for monuments and sacred sites are additional and not included in the tour package.

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    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      Your planned departure date of 21 October is too soon and there isn't enough time arrange the logistics especially the guide as they are all engaged during this period. Is it possible for you visit in November?

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      The tour package excludes international flights, entry fees for monuments and sacred sites, and travel insurance.

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      Yes, the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is included within the tour price.

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      We can assist with booking your return flights as per your itinerary preferences.

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    Is it safe for a female solo traveler to travel by myself from Sumatra to Yogyakarta?

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    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      The Jakar festival falls on November 10-12. These dates must match with the domestic flight schedules from Paro to Trashigang which is operated only few times a week.

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      I would like to know the separate prices of the land package and the flights Delhi - Paro - Delhi and Paro - Trashigang.

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      I searched the internet for the Jakar Tshechu Festival and found two different dates. Are you really sure that November is the right month?

    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      For the flights: Delhi-Paro is USD 335, Paro-Delhi is USD 382, Paro-Yonphula in Trashigang is USD 229 (this is already included in the published price).

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