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12 Days - Deep into the Dragon Kingdom, A Cultural Sojourn


12 Days - Deep into the Dragon Kingdom, A Cultural Sojourn

12 days

Moderate


Bhutan has been described as a ‘living museum’ and this cultural tour will take you deep into the country to explore the art and architecture, culture and traditions, textiles, fashion and design that is only unique to Bhutan

The Kingdom of Bhutan remained in self imposed isolation until it opened its doors cautiously to the outside world in the 1960’s. Having never been colonized, Bhutan’s culture and traditions, art and architecture are unique and authentic, well preserved over the centuries. Bhutan has been described as a ‘living museum’ and this cultural tour will take you deep into the country to explore the art and architecture, culture and traditions, textiles, fashion and design that is only unique to Bhutan.  

The Highlights:

  • All accommodations at the exclusive Amankora Lodges 
  • Special art and design classes 
  • One way Domestic flight from Bumthang to Paro  
  • In house beverages including house wines and spirits 
  • 1 BBQ lunch at the base of the Tiger’s Nest Monastery 
  • A 60 minute Amankora holistic massage
  • Yoga by in-house yoga buddies at Amankora 
  • Cultural Programme of traditional songs and mask dances 
  • A traditional Hot-stone Bath at Taktsang Boutique Resort & Spa 
What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee
  • Landing & facility fees
  • Entry tax
  • Departure tax
  • Goods & services tax
  • Food & drinks
  • WiFi
  • National park entrance fee
  • Airport transfers
  • All 3 meals at Amankora and picnic lunches
  • Bottled mineral water throughout 
  • Cooler box for cold water/beverage in the vehicle 
  • Hot thermos with tea/coffee on the go 
  • Umbrellas 
  • Dedicated SUV vehicle with a driver
  • English Speaking Guide throughout the Trip
  • Monumental Fees
  • Bhutan Tourism Development Fee
  • VISA Fee
  • Government Royalty- goes towards the socio-economic development activities, eg, education, health, roads, etc 
  • Laundry and Wifi 
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Air fare
  • Cost arising out of Flight Cancellation/road blockades/ landslides and events beyond our control
    Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost
Please note
  • Passport required
  • Dress code
  • Tiger's Nest monastery is located at 3800 m above sea level which means you are required to climb almost 600 meters uphill. There are ponies till halfway but you cannot ride downhill while coming back. 
  • For your information there is a SIM card Sales counter at the Paro Airport Exit gate from where you can buy a Tourist SIM card or we will inform your tour guide and he can help you get one from the town :) the price for the 1 SIM card will be around USD 3.00. 
  • For more information on Bhutan Travel and Bhutan Tourism, please visit https://www.bhutantraveladvisor.com/bhutan-travel-tips
What to bring
    • A print out of the your Air Tickets to show while checking in at the Airport 
    • A print out of your Bhutan Visa to show at the Immigration Counter at the Airport     
    • Hiking Shoes/Walking Sneakers
    • Walking Slippers
    • Personal Toiletries
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