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Camp the Trans Bhutan Trail

11 days
Start and end in Paro
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Hiking & Trekking
Conquer epic trails and breathtaking landscapes
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 15
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Paro to Thimphu

    Paro to Thimphu
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant - first chance to sample Bhutanese cuisine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Kisa Villa)

    Included Activities

    • Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
    • Buddha Point Visit
    • Memorial Chorten Visit
    • Bhutanese Group Dinner
    Landmarks
    Buddha Dordenma
    Memorial Chorten
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  2. Day 2

    Thimphu to Thinleygang

    Thimphu to Thinleygang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Scenic picnic lunch in the Royal Botanical Park at Lampelri), Dinner (Locally sourced dinner at campsite)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Camp Chandebji)

    Included Activities

    • Visit 108 Stupas (Druk Wangyal Chortens) at Dochula Pass
    • Explore Druk Wangyal Lhakhang temple
    • Trek the Divine Madman Trail
    • Picnic lunch at Royal Botanical Park at Lampelri
    Landmarks
    Dochula Pass
    Druk Wangyal Chortens (108 Stupas)
    Druk Wangyal Lhakhang
    Royal Botanical Park at Lampelri
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  3. Day 3

    Thinleygang to Chendebi

    Thinleygang to Chendebi
    Meals
    Breakfast (Packed breakfast), Lunch (Picnic lunch at Pelela Pass), Dinner (Delicious organic, locally sourced dinner at campsite)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Camp Tsangkha)

    Included Activities

    • Trek Pelela Pass segment of the Trans Bhutan Trail
    • Visit Rukubji's village Lhakhang (temple)
    • Learn about local Ngyen-Kye language from villagers
    Landmarks
    Pelela Pass
    Rukubji
  4. Day 4

    Chendebi to Trongsa

    Chendebi to Trongsa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Yangkhil Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Chorten (stupa) visit in Chendebi
    • Trek from Trongsa Viewpoint to Trongsa Fortress
    • Cross cantilever bridge over Mangde River
    Landmarks
    Trongsa Dzong
    Mangde River
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  5. Day 5

    Trongsa

    Trongsa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Yangkhil Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Trongsa Dzong (fortress) Visit
    Landmarks
    Trongsa Dzong
    Trongsa Ta Dzong
    Royal Heritage Museum
  6. Day 6

    Trongsa to Gyetsa

    Trongsa to Gyetsa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Locally-sourced organic dinner at campsite)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Camp Gyetsa)

    Included Activities

    • Trek Trans Bhutan Trail from Yotong La Pass to Gyetsa
    • Hands-on cultural activity at Gyatsa Youth Community Cafe
    Landmarks
    Yotong La Pass
    Gyetsa River
  7. Day 7

    Gyetsa to Bumthang

    Gyetsa to Bumthang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch), Dinner (Meal with local Bhutanese family at homestay)
    Accommodation
    Home-stay (DorjiBee Village Homestay)

    Included Activities

    • Trek Trans Bhutan Trail from Gyetsa to Jakar via Kikila Pass
    • Visit Jakar Dzong (fortress)
    • Red Panda Brewery visit
    • Dorjibee Weaving Centre visit
    • Bhutanese Homestay experience
    Landmarks
    Kikila Pass
    Jakar Dzong
    Red Panda Brewery
    Dorjibee Weaving Centre
  8. Day 8

    Bumthang to Punakha

    Bumthang to Punakha
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at homestay), Lunch, Dinner (Delicious homemade meal with local Bhutanese family at homestay)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Phuentsho Choeling Heritage)

    Included Activities

    • Punakha Dzong visit and tour
    • Bhutanese Homestay experience
    Landmarks
    Punakha Dzong
    Bazam Bridge
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  9. Day 9

    Punakha to Paro

    Punakha to Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner with CEO and fellow travelers)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Metta Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ta Dzong (National Museum)
    • Visit Paro Rinpung Dzong
    Landmarks
    Ta Dzong
    Paro Rinpung Dzong
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  10. Day 10

    Paro

    Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Last dinner with your group at a local restaurant to celebrate the trip)
    Accommodation
    Resort (Metta Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery (Taktshang Goemba)
    • Visit cave where Guru Rinpoche meditated
    • Explore network of Lhakhangs (chapels) with images, murals, chortens, and holy spring

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Machig-phu Lhakhang (temple) on way back down
    • Explore Paro on your own during afternoon leisure time
    Landmarks
    Taktshang Goemba (Tiger's Nest Monastery)
    Machig-phu Lhakhang
  11. Day 11

    Paro

    Paro
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • VAST Airport Experience - Cultural art class at the social enterprise studio
    Landmarks
    VAST Studio

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    This was the best trip I have taken in my 50 years of existence on this planet. And I have travelled to a lot of...
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  • Elizabeth5.0September 2023
    What a wonderful adventure!! So enjoyed the beauty, kindness and humbleness of the Bhutanese people and the...
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  • Chantal5.0September 2023
    I had an amazing time exploring Bhutan, a beautyfull and peacefull country. Time went by way to quickly.
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  • Michael5.0September 2023
    Wonderful 12 day tour along the Trans-Bhutan train - such a great balance of walking and hiking while taking time to...
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  • Robyn5.0September 2023
    The Trans Bhutan Trail was an amazing , once-in-a-lifetime experience which (unlike the title infers) also included a...
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  • Amer5.0May 2024
    An outstanding, well-designed tour at a perfect pace. There was much anxiety about timely visa approval, and on how...
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    G Adventures Camp the Trans Bhutan Trail is the PERFECT blend of adventure, history and culture....truly the BEST way...
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  • Susan5.0May 2024
    Our G Adventure guides went above and beyond, getting us access to a special ceremony at a dzong/monastery and tea...
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  • Tracy5.0November 2023
    My Bhutan trip was magical! Dorji was knowledgeable and charming. She said at the beginning of the trip that she...
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    Waited 3 years for this trip. I had previously booked in 2020 but Covid happened. Somewhat grateful that the trip was...
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      A down jacket will not be provided but is essential for this tour, so you will need to arrange this yourself. As for the sleeping bag: While camping the group will be provided with an "A" shaped two-person tent. The tents are of good quality, breathable and waterproof. Beds are not provided, but a pad type mattress and sleeping bag will be provided.

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      We rate this tour a 4 on a scale to 5. I's a demanding tour and includes some high-altitude hikes and more strenuous activities.

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