7 Days – Short Bird Watching and Cultural Tour in Bhutan
Trip Overview
Description
BHUTAN is set high in the Himalayas between India and China; where snow-capped mountains, verdant valleys, dense jungles and crystal-clear rivers combine with a calming ancient Buddhist culture.
During this tour we visit the major historical and religious sites in Paro, and Punakha; watch dawn break over the High Himalayas; enjoy birding in pristine and undisturbed forests looking for top attractions like Himalayan Monal, Satyr Tragopan and Blood Pheasants and perhaps ride a mule to the iconic Taksang monastery in its lofty position 740m above the Paro valley.
As always in the land of the Peaceful Thunder Dragon, ‘Gross National Happiness’ is ever present!
| Number of Guests | Price Per Guest |
|---|---|
| 1 | US $ 2,320 |
| 2 | US $ 2,260 |
| 3-12 | Twin sharing cost: US $ 2,200 |
Single Occupancy (Optional) – US $150
Flights are not included in the tour cost.
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Brief Itinerary
Arrive in Paro, meet your guide, and explore the Pa Chhu river for Himalayan birds.
Overnight: Hotel Olathang, Paro (2,300m)
Early morning Chele La Pass birding, return to Paro, then drive to Thimphu.
Overnight: Hotel Yak & Yeti, Thimphu (2,300m)
Travel to Dochu La with 108 chortens. Explore forests for alpine birds. Continue to Punakha.
Overnight: Meri Puensum Resort, Punakha (1,300m)
Birding in Tashithang Valley, visit Punakha Dzong and Pho Chhu River.
Drive back via Dochu La, bird along valleys, free evening in Paro.
Morning hike to Taktshang Monastery. Watch for Snow Pigeon and Little Forktail.
Transfer to Paro Airport for onward flights.
