8 night 9 Days Mystic Bhutan Tour

01 / THE EXPERIENCE

Discover the journey

The Bhutan Mystic Tour is a popular travel itinerary that allows visitors to explore Bhutan's enchanting and mystical land. Bhutan, also known as the "Land of the Thunder Dragon," is a small Himalayan kingdom in South Asia. It is renowned for its unique culture, pristine landscapes, and Buddhist traditions. The Bhutan Mystic Tour typically covers the major highlights of Bhutan, including the capital city of Thimphu, the ancient town of Paro, and the scenic valleys of Punakha and Bumthang. The tour provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan and witness its breathtaking natural beauty. During the tour, you will have the chance to visit sacred monasteries, such as the iconic Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest), perched precariously on a cliffside, and the impressive Punakha Dzong, a fortress-monastery located at the confluence of two rivers. These sites hold great religious and historical significance and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. Additionally, the Bhutan Mystic Tour may include visits to local villages, where you can interact with friendly Bhutanese people and experience their traditional way of life. You may have the opportunity to witness colorful festivals, taste delicious Bhutanese cuisine, and learn about Bhutan's unique philosophy of Gross National Happiness, which emphasizes holistic well-being and sustainable development.

02 / WHY GO

The memorable moments

Visit Ancient Monasteries and Dzongs: Explore Bhutan's historic monasteries and fortresses, known as dzongs, which are significant cultural and religious sites. Some notable places to visit include Punakha Dzong, Paro Taktsang (Tiger's Nest) Monastery, and Kyichu Lhakhang. Experience Buddhist Rituals and Festivals: Get immersed in Bhutan's vibrant Buddhist culture by witnessing religious rituals and festivals. If your tour aligns with the dates, you may have the opportunity to attend festivals like Paro Tshechu or Thimphu Tshechu, where locals gather to celebrate with colorful mask dances and other cultural performances. Explore Thimphu and Paro: Visit Bhutan's capital city, Thimphu, and discover its unique blend of modern development and traditional Bhutanese culture. Explore Paro, a picturesque town known for its historical sites, including the famous Tiger's Nest Monastery. Discover Bhutanese Architecture: Marvel at the traditional Bhutanese architecture seen in the beautifully crafted dzongs, monasteries, and traditional houses. The intricate woodwork and vibrant paintings found in these structures are truly captivating. Interact with Local Communities: Get a glimpse of the local way of life by visiting traditional villages and engaging with the warm and friendly Bhutanese people. Gain insights into their daily activities, traditions, and customs.

03 / YOUR ROUTE

Journey at a glance

Day Day: 01: ARRIVE PARO (2280mFlight) — ARRIVE PARO (2280mFlight)into Paro with Druk Air, Bhutan’s national Airline is spectacular. The flight takes you over the great Himalayas, offering most beautiful scenery of the world’s highest peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will see the Paro Dzong (fortress) on the hillside overlooking the Paro Chu (river), with Ta Dzong, formerly a watch tower and now National Museum, above it. On arrival you will be greeted by our representative from Yeoong Travels. Evening stroll through the market and mingle with the local people and visit shops. Overnight stay at Hotel Paro. Day Day : 02: THIMPHU (2320m) — Today’s morning you will drive to Thimphu on arrive visit to National Memorial Chorten, a stupa dedicated to world peace and prosperity in 1974 in memory of the Third King of Bhutan; the Kingdom’s rich culture at the National Library; the National Institute of Zorig Chusum where students undergo training course in Bhutan’s thirteen traditional arts and crafts; Folk Heritage Museum which will provide an insight into traditional Bhutanese farm house and rural past through exhibits and documentation of rural life. After lunch visit Changangkha Lhakhang, a fortress likes temple which lies perched on a ridge above Thimphu; Taken Preserve to see the rare national animal of Bhutan. This animal is chosen as the national animal of Bhutan for its uniqueness and its association with the country’s religious history and mythology. A further drive towards the BBS tower will provide a bird’s eye view of the capital; visit nunnery temple and followed by a visit to Tashichho Dzong or “the fortress of the glorious religion” which is Bhutan’s administration and religious centre and houses the throne room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan, other Government offices. It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Overnight stay at Hotel, Thimphu. Day Day: 03: HIKING SIMTOKHA – TALAKHA PEAK: 17KM/APPROX 8HR WALK — Today your hike will start from Simtokha Dzong, it is the oldest dzong in Bhutan, today the houses the Institute for Language and Cultural Studies. Optional you can also drive to Talakha monastery to reach the peak or you start from the dzong itself the trail is up the ridge through blue pine and poplars. Once you reach Talakha monastery the view is excellent. In clear weather the views of the high Himalayas from here are stunning – the best in the Thimphu area. You can see most of Northwestern Bhutan from this spot. Straight ahead rounded cone of Jomolhari, Bhutan’s most sacred mountain 7314 meters, the sharp pinnacle of Jichhu Drake 6989 meters, Tsherem Gang 7000 meters guard Bhutan’s northern border, 150 km to the west, on the Sikkim-Nepal boarder, massive Kanchenjunga 8589 meters towers over the lower mountains of Paro and Haa. It is truly clear, you can look far into Nepal, where Makalu 8481 meters and possibly Mount Everest 8848 meters are just visible against western horizon. Further to the east the high Himalayas of Lunana and Black Mountains dominate the skyline. Optional you can also camp for one night to enjoy the view during the sun rise and set of the mountains and valley. From here your hike back to Thimphu can see almost all of them. The urban sprawls of Thimphu deep below you seem a world away. Overnight stay at Hotel, Thimphu. Day Day: 04: THIMPHU – PUNAKHA (1300m): 77KM/APPROX 2 ½HR — Your journey continues with travels to the east onwards to Punakha through some of the Kingdom’s richest agricultural land and most dramatic river valleys. En-route we will stop over Dochu La, the 3050meter pass, snow-capped eastern Himalayan ranges can be seen on a clear day. Prayer flags will flutter you over the pass deeper into the essence of Bhutan. The beauty is further enhanced by the Druk Wangyal Chorten – 108 stupas built by the eldest Queen Mother. Once you cross the pass, you wind down into a warm fertile valley. En-route will stop at Chimi Lhakhang the auspicious fertility monastery dedicated to Divine Madman; we will take 20minutes walk through the rice fields. Overnight stay at Hotel, Punakha. Day Day:05: PUNAKHA (1300m) — Today you will drive north of Punakha Valley following the Mo Chu and we will hike up to Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, the splendid example of the Bhutanese architecture and art. Evening visit Punakha Dzong which stands majestically at the junction of the two rivers- Pho Chu and Mo chu. The Dzong is said to be the most beautiful of dzong in Bhutan; it is an outstanding structure with intense artwork, and the winter residence of the Je khempo (chief abbot). Also this is the second dzong built in Bhutan by Shubdrung Nawang Namgyel in the year 1637. Overnight stay at Hotel, Punakha. Day Day: 06: PUNAKHA - PHOBJIKHA VALLEY: 69KM/APPROX 3 ½HR — Today you drive into the glacier valley of Phobjikha the valley is one of the most important wildlife preserves in the country, because of the large flock of black-necked cranes in winter. The valley also has a very interesting Nyingmapa monastery dates back to the 17th century. On the way we will stop at Chendebji Chorten, patterned on Katmandu's Swayambhunath stupa, with eyes painted at the four cardinal points. It was built in the 18th century by Lama Shida, to cover the remains of an evil spirit that was subdued at this spot. After lunch you will continue drive to Phobjika valley and we can do short walk leads downhill from mani stone wall just north of Gangtey Goenpa to the Khewa Lhakhang. The trail descends to Semchubara village and keeps straight at the Chortens into the edge of the forest, before descending to a square Chorten and the Lhakhang. From here we can cross over the metal bridge to the community school. Overnight stay at Hotel, Gangtey. Day Day :07: PHOBJIKHA VALLEY – THIMPHU (2320m) 95KM/APPROX 4 ½HR — Before driving back to the Thimphu you will visit to Crane Observation and information center. Then we will drive to Thimphu on way you stop at Wangdue to brief visit Wangdue Dzong and hike to Rinchen Gang clustered village, houses are made from mud and stones. The people of the village are said to be Indian origin. We will stop at Dochu La for lunch, from there we can enjoy the view of Himalayan ranges and snow peaks. You will also visit Druk Wanggyal Lhakhang built by the eldest Queen mother; the past and future appear to merge in the details of the Lhakhang that tells the story of a supreme warrior figure whose vision pierces the distant future. Continue drive to Thimphu capital city of Bhutan. Evening freely stroll in Thimphu town and mingles with the local people. Overnight stay at Hotel, Thimphu. Day Day: 08: PARO TIGER’S NEST HIKE — Today’s day will begin driving back to the Paro valley to take on a stunning hike on foot to visit the Taktshang Gompa or Tiger’s Nest viewpoint. Our hike to Taktshang from the road point will take through the well maintained path which is quite uphill and it takes around 3-4 hours at an average walking speed. The trail climbs through beautiful pine forest, many of the trees adorned with Spanish moss, and an occasional grove of fluttering prayer flags. You stop for a rest and light refreshments at the Taktsang cafeteria. This incredible monastery clings to the edge of a sheer rock cliff that plunges 900 meters into the valley below. Legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava, the tantric mystic who brought Buddhism to Bhutan in 747 AD, flew here on the back of a flying tiger Dorji Drolo, said to be his consort. You will visit the auspicious Kyichu Lhakhang, a scared monument pinning down the left foot of a treacherous ogress, which is built in 659 A.D by the Tibetan king Srongsen Gampo. This Monastery is one of the 108 monasteries built across the Himalayan region by the Tibetan King to subdue the Demoness that lay across the Himalayan region. The rest of the monasteries lie in other neighboring countries; Drugyel Dzong the imposing fortress which was the strategic vantage point for numerous defeat of invading Tibetan armies and here in clear weather can view the spectacular view of mount Jomolhari 7314m. In the afternoon drive to the beautiful valley to the watch tower or locally known as Ta-Dzong. The third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck housed it into the National museum in the 1960s. The seven floor museum highlights various aspects of Bhutanese culture and history dating back to the 7th century. A short walk downhill to the Rinpung Dzong which serves as the administrative center and school for monks, and walk further down crossing the traditional bridge into Paro Town. Overnight stay at Hotel, Paro. Day Day:09: PARO DEPERTURE — Early morning, drive to the airport, your journey begins and a future pilgrimage to further explore the hearts and lands of the Kingdom’s charming farmers, fascinating weavers, enchanting monks and charismatic leaders awaits.

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

Personal 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

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Accommodation

3 ***Hotel

Fitness & eligibility

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

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 risk

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