Are the hikes on day 2, 5, 7 and 8 physically demanding or are rather easy? Is visa included? Is it possible to arrange flights from Katmandu to Paro and back against payment?

The hikes vary in difficulty. Day 8 Tiger Nest Hike is most challenging, taking 4-6 hours. Day 2 Gangtey Nature Trail is fairly easy, 4 km and 1.5-2 hours through plain valley. Day 7 Khamsum Yulley Hike takes about one hour with 45 degree gradient. Day 5 Ogyen Choling hike is a gentle one-hour descent through medieval villages. Flights can be arranged through Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Visa details are part of the SDF (Sustainable Development Fee) of USD 200 per person per night, which includes royalty, accommodation, transportation, meals, guide, entry fees, and taxes.

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Country Vacation - Bhutan Scenic Tour

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Operator: Bhutan Best Inbound Tour
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
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Highlights

Explore the serene Paro Valley
Hike the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery
Visit the majestic Punakha Dzong
Discover Bhutan's ancient monasteries
Enjoy panoramic Himalayan views

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Are the hikes on day 2, 5, 7 and 8 physically demanding or are rather easy? Is visa included? Is it possible to arrange flights from Katmandu to Paro and back against payment?
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- Bhutan Best Inbound TourOperator•Written July 2022
  The hikes vary in difficulty. Day 8 Tiger Nest Hike is most challenging, taking 4-6 hours. Day 2 Gangtey Nature Trail is fairly easy, 4 km and 1.5-2 hours through plain valley. Day 7 Khamsum Yulley Hike takes about one hour with 45 degree gradient. Day 5 Ogyen Choling hike is a gentle one-hour descent through medieval villages. Flights can be arranged through Drukair and Bhutan Airlines. Visa details are part of the SDF (Sustainable Development Fee) of USD 200 per person per night, which includes royalty, accommodation, transportation, meals, guide, entry fees, and taxes.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Bhutan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Bhutan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before January 8th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 8th, 2026, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Bhutan Best Inbound Tour. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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