Arrive Paro International Airport / Transfer to Thimphu (2334m)

Thimphu - You’ll be received by our guide and the driver and then visit the National Museum of Bhutan to get insights into the history and culture of Bhutan. Opens at 9:00 am and is closed on public holidays.

We then drive to the capital city Thimphu, home to approximately 115,000 residents and the centre of commerce, religion and government in the country. On arrival in Thimphu, you’ll visit Buddha Dordhenma Statue located on the hilltop overlooking the Thimphu valley; National Institute of Zorig Chusum where the 13 Traditional Arts & Crafts of Bhutan are taught. Located nearby is the National Library & Archives, a national treasure and fundamental source of Bhutanese history, religion, medicine, arts & culture. Opens during weekdays and on Saturdays 10 am - 12 pm.

Distance from Paro to Thimphu 55 km | Time 1.5 hours | Paro Altitude 2,195m/7,200ft | Thimphu Altitude 2,334m/7,655ft

• All internal taxes for the services listed above
• Porters & Ponies
• Sleeping bag liner (not sleeping bag)
• Lunch
• 9 nights twin-sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Experienced English-speaking licensed tour guide
• 7 nights full-service outdoor camping
• Medical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while in Bhutan
• All ground transportation including round trip airport transfers
• All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
• One-way domestic flight from Yonphula to Paro on Day 15 is INCLUDED
• Entry fee for National Museum and trekking permit
• Visa Fee & Processing. You’ll receive your e-Visa within 4-5 business days.

• Travel insurance is mandatory
• International flights. Let us know if you need help with arranging flights to and from Bhutan.
• Emergency evacuation
• Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges
• Sleeping bag & travel pillow
• Tips to guide and driver
• Any other personal expenses
• All Entry fees except for National Museum

Journey from Bumthang to the remote eastern regions of Bhutan, traversing untouched mountain landscapes. The combination of pristine ecosystems and rich cultural exposure makes this trip a necessity for any Bhutan visitor.

The path was once a significant trading route but has been neglected since Bhutan’s modern roads were developed. It’s now primarily a hiking trail, frequently used by cow herders, especially from Lhuentse in eastern Bhutan where a day is spent for relaxation and sightseeing (Day 10).

The Rodung La Trek doesn’t reach extremely high altitudes, yet it’s still relatively challenging due to the presence of some steep inclines and declines. The path starts from Bumthang in Central Bhutan and ends in Trashiyangtse, at the most eastern points of the kingdom.

• A minimum of 3 participants are required to run this tour and can be run on a private basis.
• We highly recommend booking at least a few months before the departure date so that we have enough time to ensure the flights are available. If you already have flight tickets to and from Bhutan, we can take bookings up to two weeks before the departure date. To process visa, it only takes 4-5 business days.
• There are only two airlines that connect Bhutan with the outside world and so securing air tickets can be difficult especially during the months of high season. Currently, Bhutan is connected with these cities - Bagdogra, Bangkok, Delhi, Dhaka, Guwahati, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Singapore. We recommend you to book your international flights few months in advance especially if you plan to visit during the high season months of March to May and September to November. If you need help in arranging flights to/from Bhutan, please let us know much in advance.
• After you book the tour, kindly send us clear copies of passports and passport-size photos of all the participants. A biodata page including the machine-readable zone must be seen clearly. Passports should have a minimum of 6 MONTHS validity from the day you depart from Bhutan. You may also want to check the passport requirements by your next destination country after Bhutan. A copy of your e-Visa will be emailed to you once it is approved. It only takes 4-5 business days to get visa approval and it is 100 percent guaranteed as long as we receive clear passport copies of all the participants. The actual visa will be stamped on your passport upon arrival. Send the passport copies to the Local Supplier E-mail address.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.