Cultural Tour
13 Days
Overview
A spiritual journey in Bhutan offers a deeply enriching experience rooted in the country’s unique Buddhist culture and natural beauty. Visitors often engage with Bhutan’s sacred sites, such as the iconic Tiger’s Nest Monastery, nestled on a cliffside, and experience serene rituals, meditation, and prayers. The country’s strong commitment to Gross National Happiness (GNH) emphasizes spirituality, community well-being, and environmental preservation. Through sacred festivals, visits to monasteries, and interactions with monks and spiritual guides, travelers gain insight into Bhutanese Buddhism and its principles of compassion, mindfulness, and balance. The journey is often a transformative experience, helping individuals connect with themselves, nature, and a higher sense of purpose.
This trip can be planned colliding with one of the Tshechus in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Trongsa, Bumthang.
Trip Highlights
- Absorb picturesque valleys, stunning landscapes and historical sites
- Discover Thimphu which blends its modernity with tradition
- Explore majestic Dzongs (fortresses) with it’s marvelous art and architecture
- Hike to Bhutan’s iconic landmark, Taktsang ‘Tiger’s Nest’ Monastery
- Discover ancient temples and authentic market places
Itinerary
Activity Options; Tamchog Lhakhang, Memorial Stupa, Buddha Dordenma, Folk Heritage Museum, Royal Textile Academy, Kaja Throm (Farmer’s Market), Live Painting session, Hike to Tango/Cheri Monastery, Kuenselphodrang-Changangkha Hike, Wangditse Hike, Phajoding Hike, Astrology Session at Pangrizampa
Activity Options; Dochula Pass, Tashigang Gonpa-Lungchutse Hike, Lampelri Botanical Park, Aum Toebzam’s Heritage home for typical Bhutanese foods, Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of Fertility), Wolakha nunnery, Nalanda Buddhist College, Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Hike, Jiligang Ridgeline Hike, Punakha Dzong, river rafting, farmhouse visit, meet a reincarnated lama, picnic lunch by riverside
Activity Options; Wangdue Dzong, Gangtey Monastery, Nature Trail Hike, Crane Centre, farmhouse visit, hot stone bath, meditation session, horse riding, attending morning/evening prayers in a Shedra
Activity Options; Reverse Longtey Hike (3-4hrs), Chendebjee Chorten, Royal Heritage Museum, Trongsa Dzong
Activity Options; Yutongla-Gaytsa Hike (2hrs)/Tharpaling Hike (4-5hrs), Chumey Yathra, Chamkhar valley, Valley Hikes with cultural sights (Jambay Lhakhang, Kurjey Lhakhang, Tamshing Lhakhang, Kenchosum Lhakhang), Tang valley excursion (Mebartsho, Pemacholing Nunnery, Ogyencholing Museum, Bush man Hike)
Activity Options; Mountain Flight to Paro, Paro Town, National Museum of Bhutan, Paro Dzong, Zuri Hike, Kichu Lhakhang, Taktsang Hike, Shopping, farewell dinner in Sonam Trophel Restaurant
Trip Concludes
Cost Inclusion
- Bhutan Government visa and Daily SDF (Sustainable Development Fee)
- 13 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 12 dinners
- Airport transfers
- English speaking Guide
- Good location Accommodation with breakfast & dinner included
- Private SUV with professional driver
- Entrance fees to all national monuments and museums
- Sightseeing as listed (can be kept flexible)
- Mobile Hotspot
- Unlimited Himalayan bottled water
Cost Exclusion
- Air fare
- Personal Expenses like health & travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, laundry, telephone bills
- Tips & gratuities to service providers
Cancellation Policy
For a trip booked and subsequently cancelled, the following applies:
More than 60 days before start of travel program, USD 200 flat rate/per person + Advance payments made to hotels (if any) + Transfer charges
Between 60 – 10 days: 45% of the package cost retain
Less than 10 Days, 100% payment will be retained
For air tickets issued and subsequently cancelled, the following apply.
75% refund permitted for tickets cancelled more than 30 days from the date of travel.
50% refund permitted for tickets cancelled between 30 – last 10 days from the date of travel.
25% refund permitted for tickets cancelled prior to 04 (four) days from the date of travel.
No refund for tickets cancelled within 4 days of travel date.
For air tickets issued and subsequently rescheduled, the following applies:
USD 40 rescheduling fee or equivalent local currency for every flight reschedule less than 72 hours prior to date of travel. No charges for business class passengers
KORA can also help you book flights without any commission involved.
For a detailed itinerary and trip cost, feel free to contact us. Let us help you plan the journey of a lifetime
