7 days tour

7 Days -Gangtey Gompa Trek

$ 4,699 .00 USD

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7 Days -Gangtey Gompa Trek

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Tours Specified in the itinerary Museum fees and other special entry fees All necessary permits for entering Dzongs, Monasteries, Monuments and restricted areas Visa and TDF fees Government royalty, tax and fees Service charge 3* Accommodation

Meals

Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea/Coffee with snacks as and when required) included Mineral water on long trips both on trek and cultural tours Mineral water during all meals

Transport

All land transportation by private vehicle within Bhutan as per the itinerary

Accommodation

Best hotel accommodations, โ€œAโ€ grade hotels (Government approved 3 stars and above) Tented camps during trek 3* Accommodation

Guide

Services of experienced and English speaking guide (Government Licensed holder)

Not included:

Flights

International flights are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

Items of a personal nature (personal gear, telephone calls, beverages, internet, laundry, etc.) Tips for staff (guide and driver) Entrance fees in Kathmandu Flight

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip 7 Days -Gangtey Gompa Trek

  • Day 1 Arrival In Paro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Paro

      When you arrive in Paro airport, you will be met by our Bhutanese representative and guide who will escort you to the hotel after the custom formalities at Paro airport.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Welcome Dinner



  • Day 2 Drive To Gangtey
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Drive To Gangtey

      We drive to Gangtey which is 90 kilometer from Thimpu. On the way, halt at Dochula pass for tea and snacks. On a clear day, the most spectacular view of the eastern Himalayan mountain ranges can be seen. We can visit Punakha (60 kms) the former capital of Bhutan . The Punakha Dzong lies between two rivers known as Phochu and Mochu which means male and female River. Gangtey is a beautiful place of rolling hills and green meadows surrounded by snowcapped mountains. It is situated at an altitude of 3000 meters. From Gangtey, we can closely view the picturesque Black Mountain ranges as well as the beautiful Phobjikha valley. Gangtey Gompa (Gangtey Monastery) is perched atop a small hill that rises from the valley floor. The Monastery is surrounded by a large village inhabited mainly by the families of the 140 Gomehens (Lay Monks). The Gangtey Gompa is the only Nyingmapa Monastery on the western side of the Black Mountains and is also the biggest of its kind. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



  • Day 3 Trek To Gogona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek To Gogona

      We begin the Gangtey Trek. Riding ponies can be provided if required. The trail from Gangtey to Gogona winds through meadows and fields and the climb takes us through a mixed forest of juniper, bamboo, magnolia and rhododendron to Tselela pass (3320 mtrs) The approximate distance is 16 km, and time taken is 5-6 hrs. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



  • Day 4 Trek To Khotokha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek To Khotokha

      The trail winds up gently above Gogona village, climbing into a forest of fir, oak, spruce, rhododendron, cypress and juniper. A long and gradual climb leads to Shobju-la pass (3,400m/11,155ft). Later the path leads down to a wide valley of Khotokha, where the people of Sha (under Wangduephodrang district) come in summer to graze their animals.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



  • Day 5 Trek To Chazam And Drive To Punakha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek To Chazam And Drive To Punakha

      A short ascent takes us to a pass, from where the path descends steeply through ever changing vegetation till finally reaching the bridge at Wangduephodrang. From here it is a 30minute drive to Punakha. The trek ends here Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



  • Day 6 Drive To Thimpu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Drive To Thimpu

      After exploring the attractive Wangduephodrang and Punakha valleys,we head to Thimpu. The different places to visit in Thimpu includes: Folk Heritage and National Textile Museums, Handicrafts Emporium, Papermaking Factory and market. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner



  • Day 7 Drive To Paro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Drive To Paro

      After early breakfast, we drive to airport for departure. Druk Air generally departs in the early morning to avoid adverse weather conditions.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell Dinner

      ***Flights are not included in this tour

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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