India and the Himalayas
11 Day Bhutan Community Collaboration - From: $4,275
Trip Summary
Help a local family with their daily work and assist in repairing a village hut to make it a decent living space. Get to know the local residents while exploring this unique and beautiful Himalayan kingdom. The government regulated tourism policy makes Bhutan one of the least visited countries, but also ensures that all Bhutanese benefit from tourism generated income.
Highlights
- Help needy families as they welcome you into their homes
- Enjoy majestic Himalayan mountain scenery
- Visit Buddhist temples and monasteries, some dating to the 17th century
- See the capital city as well as rural farmlands
- Hike to the famous Tiger's Nest monastery
Trip Details
Price:
| Per Person, double occupancy | From: $4,275 |
Based on low season rates with two guests traveling.
Departure Dates:
- Daily
Itinerary
Day 1
Paro
Arrive Paro. Afternoon sightseeing.
Lodging: Tiger Nest Resort or Janka Resort
Day 2
Shelmakha Village
Drive to Shelmkha and assist a local family with farm work. Have lunch on the farm and evening tea before driving on to Thimphu.
Lodging: Riverview Hotel or Raven Inn
Day 3
Thimphu
Full day sightseeing including the Traditional Hospital, arts school, Textile Museum, Cheri Temple and center of government.
Lodging: Riverview Hotel or Raven Inn
Day 4
Punakha
Drive to Punakha over Dochu La Pass.
Lodging: Zangtogpelri Hotel or YT Hotel
Day 5
Trongsa
Full day drive to Trongsa. En route stop to visit Wangdi Prodrang Dzong. Cross the Pelila pass and drive through villages and forests.
Lodging: Yangkill Hotel
Day 6
Bumthang
Morning walk to the Trongsa Dzong. Drive through spectacular mountain scenery to Bumthang and Jakar Village.
Lodging: Mountain Lodge
Day 7
Bumthang
Full day sightseeing including Jambay Temple, Tamshing Lhakhang and Kurjey Lhakhang complex. Local cooking demonstration with dinner.
Lodging: Mountain Lodge
Day 8
Punakha
Full day drive back to Punakha with stops to walk en route.
Lodging: Zangtogpelri Hotel or YT Hotel
Day 9
Punakha
Morning visit to Punakha Dzong, one of the most beautiful in the country. Later visit a needy farm family to help repair their simple dwelling then have lunch with the family. Drive to Paro.
Lodging: Zangtogpelri Hotel or YT Hotel
Day 10
Paro
Hike to the famous Tiger's Nest monastery located on the side of a cliff 3,000 feet above the valley floor.
Lodging: Tiger Nest Resort or Janka Resort
Day 11
Depart Bhutan
International flight home.
Destinations
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