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Bhutan Cultural Tour With 2-Day Trek in Bumthang Valley

14 days
Start and end in Paro
5.0
115 traveler reviews

Bhutan Cultural Tour With 2-Day Trek in Bumthang Valley

14 days
Start and end in Paro
5.0
115 traveler reviews
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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 2 - 8
Age range 15 to 70
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Highlights

  • Explore ancient Ta Dzong, now a national museum
  • Cross an old iron bridge to Tamchog Lhakhang
  • Hike from Kuensel Phodrang to Changangkha Lhakhang
  • Witness archery at Changlimithang Archery Range
  • Visit the Temple of Fertility, Chimi Lhakhang

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive Paro International Airport - Sightseeing in Paro (2200m)
  2. Day 2 Paro / Transfer to the capital City Thimphu (2334m)
  3. Day 3 Hike from Kuensel Phodrang to Changangkha & Local Sightseeing in Thimphu
  4. Day 4 Thimphu / Transfer to Phobjikha Valley (3000m)
  5. Day 5 Phobjikha valley / Transfer to Bumthang in Central Bhutan Via Trongsa (2600m)
  6. Day 6 Full Day Exploring Bumthang Valley also known as Jakar
  7. Day 7 Bumthang / Ngang Lhakhang (2700m)
  8. Day 8 Ngang Lhakhang / Tahung (2720m)
  9. Day 9 Tahung / Tang valley (2750m)
  10. Day 10 Tang Valley / Transfer to Trongsa (2200m)
  11. Day 11 Trongsa / Transfer to Punakha valley (1200m)
  12. Day 12 Punakha valley / Transfer back to Paro valley (2200m)
  13. Day 13 Hike to the famous Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest)
  14. Day 14 Transfer to Paro International Airport for Departure
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What's Included

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  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services
5.0
(115 reviews)

Number of tours

22

Age Range

1 to 85 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Kien
    · April 21st, 2025
    Our guide Kinza was amazing and guided us to many places of interest. She even led us to many restaurants to taste the delicious local food. The driver Tashi was very experienced and kept us safe along the winding and narrow mountainous roads. Thank you for a wonderful trip.
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  • Sandra
    · April 19th, 2025
    I had the most amazing time while visiting Bhutan with Acorn. My guide, Lobzang, and my driver, Tshering, were the kindest, friendliest, most welcoming, and nicest human beings. They made my trip truly special, and I feel grateful and happy to have met them and to have explored this beautiful country with them. Our days were filled with joy, laughter, beautiful landscapes, nature, hikes, history, spirituality, culture, fun facts, and amazing Bhutanese cuisine. I loved every moment of my journey. Lobzang was super knowledgeable and always shared his genuine passion for Bhutan in a very attentive and meaningful manner. He brought every place we visited to life and ensured I was well prepared for our Tiger’s Nest hike. Tshering always made sure we got everywhere safely. His driving skills were outstanding on even the most winding roads, and he was super attentive and kind. Both Lobzang and Tshering always took proper care to ensure everything ran smoothly. This has been one of the best trips of my life, and they played a big part in that!
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  • Sandra
    · March 28th, 2025
    We had a fabulous time in Bhutan because of our amazing tour guides. Sanom and Zhangpo. They made the entire trip enjoyable and comfortable. This was our first trip to Bhutan and we were a bit apprehensive.After meeting and spending time with our ‘2 fellas’ , we were completely at ease . The expertise and knowledge both have and conveyed to us was very valuable. Sanom’s, as well as Zhangpo’s personalities were like traveling with family. Thanks again for helping us have a trip of a lifetime. Sandra Pace and Uwe Vieille
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Dates & Availability

14 days
Bhutan Cultural Tour With 2-Day Trek in Bumthang Valley
From Paro to Paro

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    Crystal

    Asked on October 2nd, 2024

    Is that enough time to have a visa issued? Do you get the visa? If no one is booked on Oct, is there another date that has others taking the tour? I do not want to do this tour as a solo person.

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    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      As of now we don't have booking as per your preferred date and tour. Oct 9 may not be possible to organize your trip during this high season. Anyway, we will check and send all the details and possibility later by evening.

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      Crystal

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      Do you have any tour in the next few weeks I could join even if it is not 15 days? I really desperate to visit Bhutan! Please advise if you can help.

    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      Unfortunately, all the bookings we have are private bookings. In case you want to do a solo trip, we shall be happy to organize a exclusively private tour just for yourself with flexible itinerary. We ensure your trip will be safe, comfortable, and memorable one.

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    Brian

    Asked on November 13th, 2023

    Can you provide information on booking flights to Paro? Would that be added to the booking on the Tour Radar platform? Does it need to be done at the time of booking, or can it be added in the future once he firms up his travel plans to the region?

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    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten November 2023

      We are happy to book the flight for your client to and from Paro. Send us the full name of the passenger, travel dates and from which city the passenger will fly into Bhutan. We will make a non-binding flight reservation to hold the seats. Airfare is not part of the tour cost and has to be paid by bank transfer after trip confirmation.

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      Brian

      TravelerWritten November 2023

      Is there a particular start date that would align well with the activities on this tour?

    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten November 2023

      Three festivals are scheduled in April 2024: Rhodendendron Festival on 13-14 April, Domkhar Tshechu Festival on 19th April, and Ura Yakchoe Festival on 20-24 April.

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      Brian

      TravelerWritten November 2023

      Is it possible to arrive a day early in Paro to acclimate and explore before beginning the tour?

    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten November 2023

      It is possible to arrive a day earlier. The cost for 1 additional night is US$260, which includes Sustainable Development Fee, Accommodation, meals, guide & transport. This can be paid in cash upon arrival or by bank transfer after booking.

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    Stacey

    Asked on March 27th, 2023

    Do you offer group tours of 14 days with other international travellers? Departure in september or october.

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    • Bhutan Acorn Tours & TravelOperatorWritten March 2023

      We can run the tour on a private basis without extra charges even if your client is alone. We cannot guarantee other travelers booking for the same dates.

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