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Bhutan Adventure Trip - Bhutan Trip 2009
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Highlights
• Trek through rarely visited valleys
• Awesome views of Chomolhari, Jitchu Drake and Tsheringkhang
• Meet yak-herders at their camp sites
• Learn about subsistence living and how life is without Modernity
• Witness the colours, sounds and culture of this isolated country
Overview
This is a superb trek for strong walkers. Starting from Paro it goes into northern Bhutan to the land of yak-herders and to the base of Mount Chomolhari (7,316 meters / 24,000 feet), which is the most holy mountain for the Bhutanese. From there the trek goes on to remote Lingshi Dzong which once guarded the frontier with Tibet. This trek offers fabulous views of the mountains including Chomolhari, Jitchu Drake and Tsheringkhang. Besides stunning Himalayan scenery and exceptional flora, you will encounter many yak-herders and their camps but few villages. The maximum altitude gained is 4,900 meters (16,000 feet). This trek can be done from March to November but the best months are March, April, May, June, September, October and November.
Day 1
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Arrive in the Paro Airport: Altitude: 2280m/ 7524ft above sea level
Your representative from Raven Tours and Treks will greet you, brief you about the trip and will take you to the hotel where you will be staying. Later visit National Museum, Rimpung Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang . Overnight in Paro
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Day 2
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In Paro: Morning acclimatization hike to Tiger’s Nest, 800m above Paro valley (total 3 to 4 hours hike) and later visit the traditional farm house. Overnight in Paro.
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Day 3
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Trek begins: Chomolhari Round Trek
Standard: medium - hard
Duration: 9 days
Distance: 82.5 miles/ 133 km
Altitude Gain: 11,608ft/3539m
Altitude Loss: 7987ft/2435m
Accomodation:Tent
Trek from Paro to Shana. Altitude 2890 m/9410ft, (15 km/9.3miles, 5 hrs walk).
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Day 4
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Shana to SoiThangkha. Altitude 3575m/11,730ft, (22 km/13.6miles, 6 to 7 hours walk).
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Day 5
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SoiThangkha to Jangothang. Altitude 4044m/13,260ft (17 km/10.5 miles, 5 hours walk)
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Day 6
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Halt at Jangothang
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Day 7
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Jangothang to Lingshi. Altitude 4010 m/13,150ft, 5 to 6 hrs walk, distance 21km
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Day 8
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Lingshi to Shodu. Altitude 4080m/13,380ft, (8 t o 9 hours, distance 22km/13.6miles)
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Day 9
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Shodu to Barshong. Altitude 3720m/12,200ft, 14 km/8.7 miles, 5 hours walk
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Day 10
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Barshong to Dolam Kencho. Altitude:3290m/10790ft, 15 km/9.3 miles, 4 hrs walk).
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Day 11
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Dolam Kencho to Thimphu(Dodina). Altitude: 2320m/ 7656ft,(7 kms/4.3miles, 3 hours walk). On the way to the hotel visit the Mini Zoo. Overnight in Thimphu.
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Day 12
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In Thimphu: Morning visit the Memorial Chorten, Hand Made Paper factory, Nunnery, Institute of 13 arts and crafts, Textile Museum, Folk Heritage Museum and if you would like to play a golf, you can for which you will have to pay extra charges. Overnight in Thimphu.
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Day 13
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Day Excursion to Punakha/Wangdue: Early Morning drive to Punakha (2 hrs 30 minutes drive). Visit Punakha Dzong and hike to Chimi Lhakhang. Later drive back to the capital city Thimphu. Overnight in Thimphu.
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Day 14
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Morning /Afternoon, transfer to airport for onward travel. Your representative from Raven Tours and Treks will help you out with exit formalities.
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FACTS & FIGURES
Tour Cost
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USD2945 per person(Includes government taxes, accommodation in roughly 2 to 3 star category hotels approved by Tourism Council of Bhutan, 3 meals a day, guide, transportation throughout the trip, visa processing fee and museum fees only)
(Excludes, Airfares, airport tax (in Bangkok), Tips to guides, restaurants, hotel lobby porters, trek staff, etc.., Bottled/alcoholic drinks, room service, al a cart meals, etc.., Photography charges (if and when applicable)
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Flight Cost
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Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines flies in and out of Bhutan to Kathmandu (US$429 per person), Delhi (US$685 per person), Calcutta (US$435 per person) and Bangkok (US$794 per person).
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Flight Availability
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Druk Air, flight is available from Delhi, Kathmandu, Calcutta, Dhaka and Bangkok to Bhutan.
Druk Air flight is available from Bhutan to Kathmandu, Delhi, Calcutta, Dhaka and Bangkok only
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Number of Days
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14 days / 13 nights
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Road Surface
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100% on paved surfaces
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Group Size
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Min: 3 pax , Max :10 pax
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Vehicle Support
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This tour is fully supported by a dedicated support vehicle.(Luxurious SUVs for smaller groups of 1 and 2 pax, Toyota Mini Hiace Bus and Toyota Bus for larger groups.
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Staff Support
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One dedicated and professionalized English speaking guide, licensed by Tourism Council of Bhutan and a driver through out the trip.
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Accommodations
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A variety of 2/3 star hotels are utilized on this tour.
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Meals
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All set meals are provided for on this tour, with the exception of the first day and last day. The meals will also be provided as per the request of the clients.
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Scenery, Hiking, Trekking Architecture, Traditions, Environment and Culture |
 (4 out of 5)
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Important Information Below
Bhutan Tourist Visa
Once you book your tour with us we will arrange the Bhutan visa for everyone in the group. Bhutan visas are available at the entry point to Bhutan with prior approval. As soon as your tour is confirmed with us, we will apply for your visa well in advance of your visit (usually 30 days prior to arrival). This will be waiting at the Paro Airport or at the land entry point at Phuentsholing if coming by land through India. A copy of the visa clearance and Druk Air e-ticket will also be provided to you. These two documents are very important and a copy of it, you will have to bring along with you for emergencies.
In case you travel via overland from India to Bhutan, please make sure you carry with your, 2 passport size photographs.
Please make sure that you have given us your full passport details to enable us to apply for your Bhutan visa as soon as you are ready to confirm the Bhutan tour/trek. If you are connecting via New Delhi (or other ports) in India or if your travel includes India you need an India Visa before you leave your home. Please note visas are not available at the airports in India.
If you are traveling via Thailand or Nepal, you can get a Visa upon arrival in Bangkok or Kathmandu airports.
Air Seats To Bhutan
Please note that space on flights in an out of Bhutan is very tight, specially during the tourist seasons, therefore we would like to suggest that you work on your dates for your flights AS SOON AS POSSIBLE and send requests for air seats. FYI: Last Autumn many potential travelers had to cancel/postpone their trips to Bhutan because they could not secure air seats in time. We can book your flight to from Bhutan. For latest information on flight schedule, please visit www.drukair.com.bt for flight schedule.
Reconfirmation: During your stay in Bhutan, please make sure to reconfirm your ticket for your onward travel from Bhutan with your guide.
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