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The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan offers Western and Asian tourist a unique and
well preserved culture and heritage of this beautiful country. A majority of the
Bhutanese people are of Tibetan origin and follow a sect of Tibetan Buddhism.
One of the least densely populated countrries in Aisa, Bhutan offers a charming
culture and hospitable people amongst a grand landscape of forested mountains
and deep valleys gushing with clear rivers. Visit quaint villages with wooden
singled rooms, great fortressed dzongs and Buddhist monasteries as you literally
travel back in time.
We offer short 4 to 5 day
tours to Bhutan as well as week long tours to experience Bhutan's famous western
valleys. The longer Bhutan tours will take you to the central valleys of
Bumthang and even to little visited far Eastern
towns of Mongar and Tashigang. Join our Group tours to Bhutan or we can arrange
customized private tour to Bhutan.
When To Join Bhutan Tours:
The best periods for visiting Bhutan are from October to May. In the autumn
clear warm days prevail affording the best weather for tours to Bhutan. In the
spring mixed weather pattern prevail with clear spells followed by occasional
thunder showers and light rain. Spring is best for flowering rhododendrons
(which Bhutan is famous for) along with magnolias and other flowering plants.
Tours to Bhutan can be planned throughout the winter months. The western valleys
of Paro,
Thimpu
and Punakha is open in winter and the central
valleys of Bumthang also open depending on
winter show conditions. Some the most interesting times to visit Bhutan is
during some of the many Buddhist festivals, which Bhutan is famous for. Click on
Bhutan Festival Dates and Bhutan Festival Tours
for more information.
Glimpse
of Bhutan:
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Total area
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:46,500 square kms.
150 km. North to South
300 km. East to West
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Terrain:
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: It can be divided into
three major geographic regions from North to South:
The high Himalayas of the North, the hills and valleys
of the Central and the foothills and plains of the
South
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Forest Area
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: 72.5 per cent of the
land area
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Cultivated Area
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7.8 percent of total
area
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Altitude
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: 100 m. above sea level
in the South to over 7,500 m. above sea level in the
north
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Climate
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:The country can be
divided into three distinct climatic zones
corresponding broadly to the three main geographical
divisions. The southern belt has a hot humid climate
while central Bhutan has a cool temperate climate. The
northern region has severe alpine climate and is
perpetually under snow. Rainfall can differ within
relatively short distances due to rain shadow effects.
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Distances and Travel Times within Bhutan
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From/To |
Distance |
Travel Time |
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Thimphu – Paro |
65 km |
1 hr 30 min |
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Thimphu – Phuntsholing |
176 km |
6 hrs |
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Phuntsholing – Bagdogra (India) |
170 km |
4 hrs |
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Thimphu – Ha |
115 km |
3 hrs 30 min |
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Ha – Paro |
60 km |
2 hrs 30 min |
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Thimphu – Wangdue Phodrang |
70 km |
2 hrs |
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Thimphu – Punakha |
77 km |
2 hrs 15 min |
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Punakha – Wangdue Phodrang |
21 km |
30 min |
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Wangdue Phodrang – Trongsa |
129 km |
4 hrs |
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Trongsa – Bumthang |
68 km |
2 hrs 30 min |
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Bumthang – Mongar |
129 km |
4 hrs |
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Mongar – Trashigang |
90 km |
3 hrs |
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Trashigang – Trashi Yangtse |
55 km |
2 hrs |
Tours in Bhutan:
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TOURS PROGRAMS |
Trip
Grades |
Trip
Days: |
Trip Prices: |
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Bhutan Cultural
Tours
Tourism in Bhutan was open since
1974. Bhutan remains one of the most exclusive tourist
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Easy |
6 |
From USD
925 |
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Bhutan Highlight
Tours
Places to visit in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha &
Wangduephodrang: Ta Dzong (National Museums), Rimpong Dzong,
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Easy |
6 |
From USD
925 |
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Bhutan Orchid Tours
The tiny Buddhist kingdom of
Bhutan nestled in the Himalayas has managed to preserve its unique
identity, and maintain
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Information |
Easy |
11 |
From USD 1850 |
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Bhutan Package Tours
Places to visit in Paro, Thimphu,
Punakha, Wangduephodrang & Gangtey Valley: Ta Dzong (National Museums), Rimpong
Dzong, Drugyel Dzong, Kichu Lhakhang,
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Easy |
7 |
From USD 1110 |
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Bhutan Short Tours
Places to visit in
Paro & Thimphu: Ta Dzong (National Museums), Rimpong Dzong, Drugyel Dzong, Kichu
Lhakhang, Takstang (Tiger Nest), National Memorial
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Easy |
4 |
From USD 555 |
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Bhutan Tours
Places to visit in Paro, Thimphu,
Punakha, Wangduephodrang, Gangtey Valley & Trongsa: Ta Dzong (National
Museums), Rimpong Dzong, Drugyel Dzong, Kichu
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Easy |
9 |
From USD 1480 |
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Bhutan West & East
Tours
Few
westerners visit Bhutan's central Bumthang district with its four sacred
valleys. Fewer still venture to far eastern Bhutan with its
distinctive peoples, culture
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Moderate |
15 |
From USD 2550 |
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