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4-Day Trek to Bumdra

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Overview

On this Bhutan holiday package, we will be blessed by visiting the two most revered Buddhist pilgrimage spots in Bhutan, Bumdrak and Taktshang Monastery, while enjoying the scenic beauty of the Himalayan mountains.

Bumdra means ‘Rock of One Hundred Thousand FootPrints’. The legend tells us that a hundred thousand Dakinis (angels) descended here and left their footprints on the rock 800 years ago. Bumdra is about 3,800 metres above sea level and the Taktshang Monastery is above 3,100 metres above sea level.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Paro Sightseeing

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Paro Sightseeing

This unusual round building in the shape of a conch shell suffered damage in the 2011 earthquake but has reopened as the nation's premier museum. Visit Drukgyel Dzong, the 'victories fortress', built 1644-49 to commemorate the victory over the Tibetan-Mongol forces. It was later burnt in an accidental fire in 1951. Visit Paro's weekend to see unique local products and finish with one of the oldest and most beautiful temples, the Kyichu Lhakhang, built in 659AD.

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    Accommodation

    Tashi Namgay Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Paro Ta Dzong National Museum

    Drukgyel Dzong

    Paro Weekend Market

    Kyichu Lhakhang

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Paro International Airport to Paro

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    Meals

    Lunch

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    Destinations

    Paro

Day 2

Bumdra Trek

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Bumdra Trek

From your hotel drive to the Sang Choekor Buddhist College from where you start your hike as your horses carry your luggage. It is a beautiful hike with sweeping views of the Paro valley, the Himalayan ranges and meadows adorned with prayer flags till you reach the campsite. The Bumdrak Monastery is incredibly important, sitting atop a hill, the silence is deafening. You'll spend the afternoon here relaxing.

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    Accommodation

    Jele Dzong Camp

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Sang Chhoekhor Lhakhang Buddhist College

    Trek Jele Dzong to Jangchu Lakha (10km/3,760 metres)

    Bumdrak MonasteryOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Paro to Bjela Dzong

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Paro

    Bhutan

Day 3

Hike from Campsite to Taktsang Temple

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Hike from Campsite to Taktsang Temple

Trek to Paro via Taktshang Monastery. After one to two hours of descending, we catch glimpses of the golden roofs of Taktsang temple below as we enter Paro valley once more. Before starting on the Taktsang trail, we will climb up a short cliff to see Tiger's Nest clearly. Stop for a short rest and lunch before completing the iconic Taktsang trail.

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    Accommodation

    Tashi Namgay Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bumdrak to the Taktsang Trail (10km/2,260m)

    Hike to Tiger's Nest

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Taktsang to Paro

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Paro

Day 4

Visit a Market before Departure

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Visit a Market before Departure

Before we complete your Bhutan holiday package and drive to Paro International Airport to board your departure flight, we will visit one of the craft markets where you can purchase authentic Bhutanese souvenirs.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Paro International Airport to Paro

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Paro

Included in Price

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • 8 activities
  • 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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