Small Group
Bhutan Hiking
The world's last Shangri-La
11 Days, 10 Nights
Maximum Group Size
16
Activity Level:
B&R Activity Levels
Priced per person from
$19,995 USD
Single Supplement: $8,350 USD
Available Months
Mar
Oct
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Carbon Neutral Trip
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Rendezvous
Airport City: Bangkok
Trip Start: Hyatt Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Time: 3:45am
Farewell
Airport City: Bangkok
Trip End: Bangkok International Airport
Time: 10:00am
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Rendezvous and Farewell locations upon booking.
Day 1
Welcome to Bangkok! We’ve arranged a seamless stay for you at the Novotel Bangkok, just five minutes away from the airport. This will offer easy access for your flight to Paro tomorrow morning. NICE!
Day 2
Upon arrival in Paro, you will be driven to Six Senses Hotel in Thimphu, enjoying scenic views along the way. Depending on arrival timing, we may stretch our legs and take our first hike of the week before dinner at the hotel.
Activity:
Thimphu Valley Hike
Day 3
Challenge yourself with a four-hour hike to Toep Chandana, crossing the Toebi Rongchu and reaching a local nunnery. Refuel with a sumptuous dinner at the Six Senses with stunning valley views.
Activity:
Punakha hike | 4 hours
Day 4
Traverse the Punakha Valley with its charming villages, meadows and blooming flowers. Enjoy a picnic by the river, visit the Punakha Dzong, and spend the afternoon indulging in hotel luxuries or taking another hike.
Activity:
7.5 km (4.6 mi.) Punakha Ridge hike
Day 5
Head to the Gangtey Valley, known for its Black Necked Cranes. Stay at the luxurious Gangtey Lodge, offering excellent views of the glacial valley and serves as the seasonal residence for the endangered cranes.
Activity:
Drive to Gangtey with hike on the way
Day 6
Hike through farmland and forests until reaching the Black Necked Crane Conservation Centre for lunch. Learn about the cranes and their migration patterns under the guidance of an expert naturalist. After lunch, there is an optional challenging hike back to the hotel.
Activity:
Black Necked Crane Conservation Centre visit
Day 7
Take an early morning departure to Bumthang, followed by a hike through beautiful landscapes, forests and a pass with panoramic views. End with a visit to the sacred temple of Tharpaling before heading to the hotel.
Activity:
Drive to Bumthang with stops and hike along the way
Day 8
Visit a nunnery where 130 nuns reside, participating in a powerful drum ceremony dedicated to well-being. Challenge yourself with another four-hour hike from the nunnery, following the trails of local merchants and traders.
Activity:
5 km (3.1 mi.) hike from the nunnery on old merchant trails | 4 hours
Day 9
Step by step, follow the Chamkhar Chu River upstream until reaching Ngang Lhakhang village. Feast your eyes on a 15th c. temple, mountains and peaceful farmland. There is an option to hike further before dinner at the Aman.
Activity:
7-8 km (4.3 - 4.9 mi.) hike to Ngang Lhakhang (Swan Temple) | 4-5 hours
Day 10
Catch a flight to Paro, where we'll enjoy lunch or explore town. Hike to the isolated and serene Zuri Dzong temple, offering stunning views of the Paro Valley.
Activity:
Fly to Paro and go on a hike, or visit the town for some shopping
Day 11
Journey to the legendary Tiger's Nest Monastery perched 800m above Paro. Witness unbelievable views and spot rare birdlife, ending the day with a memorable evening at the hotel.
Activity:
8.5 km (5.5 mi.) hike to Tiger’s Nest Monastery (5-6 hours) | Elevation gain: 700m (2,300 ft)
Day 12
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to the airport in time for your onward travels.
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Featured stays
Hotel Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Six Senses Thimphu
Location: Thimphu, Bhutan
Six Senses Punakha
Location: Punakha, Bhutan
Zhiwa Ling Heritage Paro Bhutan
Location: Paro District, Bhutan
What's included
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Good to know
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
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Photography credit: Novotel Bangkok, Six Senses Thimphu, Six Senses Punakha, Gangtey Lodge Bhutan, Amankora Bumthang, Zhiwa Ling Heritage