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Peaceful Bhutan Dragon Tour-6 Days

A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.

Offered by Mountain Hiking & Trekking Pvt.Ltd

Trip priceUSD 1,250Individual rate · confirm with operator
Trip length6 Days / 5 Nights
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Duration6 days
Illustrative Nepal scenery for Peaceful Bhutan Dragon Tour-6 Days NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

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Bhutan is a small Himalayan kingdom located in South Asia, known for its unique culture, stunning natural scenery, and commitment to preserving its environment and traditional way of life. Bhutan tours offer visitors the opportunity to experience this fascinating country and its many attractions. When planning a Bhutan tour, it is important to keep in mind that all visitors must travel with a licensed Bhutanese tour operator and pay a daily minimum tariff. This tariff covers accommodation, meals, transportation, and a licensed guide. The tariff is designed to ensure that tourism in Bhutan is sustainable and benefits the local economy. Some popular attractions to visit during a Bhutan tour include: Tiger's Nest Monastery (Paro Taktsang): This iconic monastery is perched on a cliff 900 meters above the Paro Valley and is one of the most revered sites in Bhutan. Punakha Dzong: This stunning fortress is located at the confluence of two rivers and is one of the most impressive architectural structures in Bhutan. Dochula Pass: This mountain pass offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan range, including views of several snow-capped peaks. Phobjikha Valley: This picturesque valley is home to the endangered black-necked cranes and is a great place for nature lovers to explore. Thimphu: Bhutan's capital city offers visitors a chance to explore the country's modern side, including its bustling markets, museums, and cultural events. Bhutan is also known for its vibrant festivals, or tshechus, which are held throughout the year in various locations across the country. These festivals offer visitors a chance to witness traditional dances, music, and rituals and are a great way to experience Bhutanese culture.

02 / WHY GO

The memorable moments

Visit to Punakha Dzong: This beautiful fortress, located at the confluence of two rivers, is a must-visit destination in Bhutan and is considered one of the most beautiful dzongs in the country. Hike to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten: This stunning chorten, located on a hilltop above the Punakha valley, offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for hiking. Visit to the Tiger's Nest Monastery: This iconic monastery is a must-visit destination in Bhutan, and the trek to the monastery is a great opportunity for reflection and contemplation. Visit to Dochula Pass: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range from the 3,100-meter high Dochula Pass, which is adorned with 108 chortens. Visit to Gangtey Valley: Explore the serene and picturesque Gangtey Valley, known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional Bhutanese architecture. Meditation and yoga sessions: Participate in meditation and yoga sessions led by experienced practitioners in a peaceful and spiritual environment. Hot stone bath: Enjoy a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath, which is believed to have healing properties and helps to soothe and relax the body. Visit to Thimphu city: Explore Bhutan's capital city and visit cultural sites such as the National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Dordenma statue, and the Tashichho Dzong

YOUR DAY-BY-DAY ROUTE

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Paro by Druk Air or Bhutan Airlines — Fly into the Himalayas with Druk Air, Bhutan’s National Air Carrier. Enjoy the flight over green hills and+

Confirm daily arrangements with the provider.

KNOW WHAT'S COVERED

What's included in your experience

Included

  • Airport pick up and drop off on a private basis.
  • A private A/C vehicle for all the mentioned transportation and sightseeing. 
  • (8 Nights 9 days) 3 *** hotel accommodations are based on double-sharing  rooms.
  • All mentioned sightseeing entrance fees. 
  • Daily breakfast Lunch and dinner at the hotel. 
  • Accommodation [twin / double sharing basis]. Single room supplement is extra.
  • Arrangement of visa and Bhutan visa fee.
  • Lunch at the government allowed tourist restaurant. (as mentioned) 
  • All Bhutan government and local tourism taxes.
  • A local tour guide throughout the trip. 
  • Bottled water on tour.
  • Driver and guide’s allowance, salary, fuel cost, and toll/taxes.
  • Complimentary scheduled one-hour daily Yoga class whilst at Uma Paro (except Sundays).

Not included

  • ersonal expenses
  • International flight to reach Bhutan.
  • flight ticket from Nepal kathamandu to Bhutan and Bhutan to kathamandu is USA 464 per person
  • Tips to driver and tour guide. (Not required but recommended)
  • Services that aren’t mentioned above.
  • Cost incurred due to mishaps, strikes, political unrest etc.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, camera charges, incidentals, portage, Bellboy charges tips or any other service
PLAN AHEAD

Essential trip information

Before you go

Travel insurance Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness. It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic. Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company. Suggested Travel Insurance Companies:  https://www.travelguard.com https://www.worldnomads.com https://www.mondial-assistance.ca https://www.travelassistnetwork.com/ https://www.travelex-insurance.com/ https://www.travelite.com/ https://www.tugo.com https://www.hccmis.com/atlas-travel-insurance

Accommodation

3 Star Hotel

Fitness & eligibility

2

Meeting point

Paro Bhutan

What to bring

  • What you need to bring depends on what you will be doing in Bhutan. The list will be somewhat different if you are doing just a regular tour or an extensive trekking.
  • Here is a general list. This list is just a general guide to the things you might take on the trip. The final list may be different depending on the kind of trip you do, whether you're camping or staying in hotels, and on the terrain, weather conditions and time of year.
  • For Regular Tours (that do not involve trekking)
  • Running shoes, sandals or thongs (flip-flops)
  • Shorts and trousers or skirt
  • Wool-blend socks, liner socks and under wear
  • Thermal Underwear (not cotton)
  • Sunhat
  • Fleece Jacket
  • T-shirts (two or three) and long-sleeved shirt with collar.
  • For Trekking Trips - Clothing, additional items
  • Trekking boots and spare laces
  • Hat (warm) scarf and gloves
  • Waterproof jacket, poncho or umbrella
  • Windproof Trousers
  • Equipment
  • Backpack
  • Sleeping bag and silk liner
  • Maps, compass and guidebook
  • Water bottle
  • Torch (flashlight), spare batteries and bulbs
  • Duffle bag (we provide this free of cost)
  • Miscellaneous Items
  • Toiletries
  • Quick-drying camp towel
  • Laundry soap powder or bar
  • Toilet paper and cigarette lighter
  • Sunscren (SPF 20+) and lip balm
  • Polarising sunglasses
  • Pocket knife
  • Sewing/repair kit (for tent and mattresses)
  • Iodine, water-purification tablets or filter
  • Medical and first-aid kit (see details here)
  • Insect repellent (for lower elevations)
  • Emergency kit including a whistle and waterproof matches/lighter
  • Locks for bags and lodge rooms
  • Stuff sacks
  • Earplugs
  • For Treks going above 4000m
  • Thermal Underwear

Cancellation terms

We encourage you to read the terms and conditions carefully before booking any trips with us, by submitting the booking form you are agreeing to be bound by the conditions of the terms and please go through the following Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship between you (client) and Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd)  (hereinafter referred as "The Company"), Registered Company Number 74068/066/067, both parties agree to these Terms and Conditions to resolve any legal or other disputes that may arise during the trip. Trip Booking: A 'trip' refers to any product itinerary or activities that are listed in our official website www.himalayaguide.com that you buy from us including Trekking, Tours, Expeditions, and/or other adventure and tour programs. A booking is accepted and becomes definite only from the date when the Company sends a confirmation email then the contract between the Company and the Client comes into existence. Before your booking is confirmed and a contract comes into force, the Company reserves the right to increase or decrease prices. Please note that the company would not be liable to any warranty, collateral agreement, prior agreement, description of services, or conditions, other than as expressed herein. Deposit Requirement For Booking Trip: I)  Nepal Trips: For Nepal Trips, you will have to make a deposit of 25% of trip cost at the time of booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. the remaining 75% amount is payable upon your arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure from Kathmandu. The deposit should be sent to the Company, The Tailor Made trips may require a higher deposit or full payment at the time of booking so, if deposit is different from that outlined in this clause, you will be advised by the company at the time of booking. II) Tibet/ Bhutan Trips: For the Booking of Tibet and Bhutan Trips, you will make 35% of the trip cost at the time of Booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. and the remaining 60% is payable upon arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure. Method of Payment Booking deposit can be made by bank transfer, by Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) and western union: Booking paying by any credit card is Free of charge http://www.himalayaguide.com/payment.html if you want to pay by credit card we are 100% online secure payment systems Payment via Wire/Bank Transfer: Our Bank Details for wire Transfer:  Name of the Account Holder: - Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. LTD Account Number: - 00207405260011 Account Type: - Current Paying Bank- Himalayan Bank LTD. Bank Address:- Thamel, Kathamandu, Nepal Post Box No: - 14444 Swift Code: - HIMANPKA Note: Bank service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit. Please note that we are not liable of any delay or loss during the transfer process, If in case due to use of mediator bank or any other reasons if the money received by us is less than the amount sent, you are requested upon arrival to pay accordingly so that the total is equivalent to the product cost. E-mail us the bank reference number or remittance slipserence number/remittance slips and sender details, and it will be easy for us to check. after you initiate the transfer, sometimes bank forwards the money with different name; if we have ref Final Payment: (a) Nepal Trips: Final payment on trekking, tours, climbing, expedition or any kind of trips in Nepal can be made upon arrival in Nepal and before the trip departure; final payment can be made by bank transfer, cash or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 3% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to  final balances and trip extension only. b) Tibet and Bhutan Trips: Final payment of Tibet and Bhutan Trips should be made before the 30 days prior of the tour date and final payment can be made by bank transfer, or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 3% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to deposits, final balances and trip extension only Trip Cancellation By The Client Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and acknowledged by the Company, the date on which the request to cancel is received by the Company, will determine the cancellation charge Cancellation of Nepal,Bhutan and Tibet Trips deposit amount is ( Non- Refundable) But you can use That deposit anytime when you come to nepal. a) The Client is strongly advised to take out cancellation insurance at the time of making the booking. b)  No refunds will be made if you voluntarily leave a trip for any reason after the trip has start on,No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transport, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized. c) If you want to change the date of the tour, it is possible to change within our tour date (subject to availability) which may occur some additional cost for you. d) We will take last minute booking till 5 day prior of tour date for Nepal trips and till 20 days prior for Bhutan and Tibet trips and you need to make full payment to book the tour in these cases. Cancellation Of A Tour By The Company: Mountain Hiking & Trekking  P. Ltd reserves the right to cancel any trip, including a guaranteed trip, prior to departure due to reasons beyond our control (due to natural disasters, flight cancellation, , industrial action, Mountain sickness, weather conditions and Early back to kathamandu from Trek  or any Tour in nepal,bhutan and Tibet trip. In such a case, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd will not refund any money Passport And Visas:  All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date, Nepalese visas can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country or arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Please visit our Nepal Visa for the detail info. Complaints: If you have complaints about the trip, you can tell to operator/leader/guide at the earliest opportunity then he will take the appropriate action. Acceptance Of Risk:  We are committed to provide the best services by performing our duties honestly & seriously to make your journey very smooth & successful. However, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd and its related organization shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as govt. restriction, Land slide, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, sickness or accident and The nature of some of our trips is adventurous and risky as well, therefore may involve a personal risk. We would like to inform you that you have to take all risk on yourself such as damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks.

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