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Bhutan, Bhutan
Tour, Tour in Bhutan, Bhutan Travel,
Bhutan Trekking, Nepal Bhutan
Tour, Kathmandu Bhutan Tour
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Bhutan
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GEOGRAPHY
 The Kingdom of Bhutan
lies to the east of Nepal
and to the west of the Indian state of Arunachal
Pradesh. It is south of Tibetan region of China
and north of the Indian states of Assam
and West Bengal. Located in the heart
of the high Himalayan mountain range, Bhutan is a land-locked
country surrounded by mountains in the north and west. Altitudes in the
south range from 1000 to 4500 feet. In the more populated central
regions range from 4000 feet in the east around Tarshigang
to a high of 17,000 feet over the highest pass. The altitude at Thimphu, the capital,
is 7,700 feet.
Its population of 600,000 is made up primarily of indigenous
Bhutanese known as the Drukpa. Three main
ethnic groups: the Ngalops, Sharchops and the Lhotshampas
make up today’s Drukpa. The Ngalops migrated from the Tibetan plains and are
the importers of Buddhism into Bhutan. The Sharchops reside predominantly in eastern Bhutan and their origin can be traced to
the tribes of north Burma
and north east India.
The lower southern regions are inhabited by Lhotshampas
who are mostly agricultural workers. The geography of the land kept
each ethnic group separate until the middle of this century, when roads
were built across the country. The contrasting ethnic diversity has
meant that a number of different languages and dialects are spoken
throughout the kingdom. The National language is Dzongkha which is
taught in all schools.
RELIGION
The Buddhist faith has played, and continues to
play, a fundamental role in the cultural, ethical and sociological
development of Bhutan
and its people. It permeates all strands of secular life, bringing with
it a reverence for the land and its well being. Annual festivals are
held in each district and are important spiritual occasions. Such festivals
are a major attraction to tourists visiting Bhutan.
Bhutan is perhaps
the only country in the world to retain the tantric
form of Mahayana Buddhism as its official religion. To ensure the
perpetuation of Buddhism in the Kingdom, one son from each family
normally attends monastic school. The Dzongs
are centers of administrative and government activities for all the
valley, and the homes and temples of the monastic community.
WEATHER
Bhutan enjoys four
seasons each offering a different experience for the visitor.
The
southern plains close to the Indian border are warmer and more tropical
than higher central valleys.
Spring
is perhaps the most beautiful time of the year when the fierce cold
that characterizes the winter months tends to subside towards the end
of February with beautiful Rhododendron blooming with spectacular
flaming red, pink and white colours. Summer
months in the southern region are generally hot whereas in other parts
of the country it is warm and pleasant with average maximum
temperatures not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius and the minimum at around
10-15 degrees Celsius. The annual monsoon from the Bay
of Bengal is also experienced around the country between
June and September.
The autumn months from September to
November bring shorter days and cooler evenings. The days are crisp
with clear skies. Views over the Himalayas
are usually the best during September to March. Beginning December the
weather takes on its winter coat where days remain crisp and the nights
turn cold. The southern region however being much lower has a more
temperate climate and considerably warmer winters.
Alpine Exodus P. Ltd. organizes following package trips in Bhutan.
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Kathmandu/Bhutan 7 days
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Flights
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Kathmandu/Paro and V.V.
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Places to visit
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Thimpo and
surroundings
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Tour with
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Guided/drive
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Accommodations
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Standard
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Kathmandu/West Bhutan
10 days
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Flights
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Kathmandu/Paro and
V.V.
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Places to visit
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Drukgyel (paro Bazar),Rimpung Dzong(National
Museum),Satsam Chortan,
Taksang Tea House and Monastery,
Memorial Chorten, National Library,
Handicraft Emoporim and Tascho Dzong, Punkha Dzong, Dolchula etc…
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Tour
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Guide/drive
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Accommodations
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Standard
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Kathmandu/Walk with Bhutan 10 days
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Flights
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Kathmandu/Paro and
V.V.
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Places to visit
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Paro(Thimpo), Tazong
Museum, Rinpung Dzong,
Bondey Valley Hermitages, Gorena, Tiger Nest, Keychu
Monastery, Dochula Pass
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Tour
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Guide/walk
(some city sightseeing with drive)
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Accommodations
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Standard
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Bhutan - Chomolhari Trek
Trekking in Bhutan:
Kathmandu/Walk with Bhutan 10 days and Bhutan
- Chomolhari trek,
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The
Chomolhari Trek follows the crystal clear
trout rich upstream trail of Paro Chu, along rhododendron forests and alpine
meadows. Mt. Chomolhari
(7314 m) is one of the most magnificent peaks of the eastern Himalaya and in the foreground - old forts (Dzongs) and yak pastures - a truly rewarding
sight for the trekker.
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Day 01
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Arrival Kathmandu.
Transfer from airport to hotel. O/N in hotel at Kathmandu.
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Day 02
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Fullday
sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley. O/N in hotel at Kathmandu.
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Day 03
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Flight Kathmandu
- Paro. Arrival Paro
and transfer to hotel. O/N in hotel at Paro.
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Day 04
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Sightseeing of Paro - Drukgyal Dzong, National Museum, Rinpung Dzong etc.
O/N in hotel at Paro.
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Day 05
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Start Trek : Paro - Drukgyal Dzong - Shana.
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Camp
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Day 06
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Shana - Sol Thangthanka
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Camp
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Day 07
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Sol Thangthanka – Jangothang
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Camp
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Day 08
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Janglothang – Lingshi
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Day 09
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Lingshi – Shodu
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Day 10
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Shodu – Dolamkoincho
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Day 11
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Dolamkoincho - Thimphu : Trek End. O/N in hotel at Thimphu
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Day 12
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Drive to Paro. O/N in
hotel at Paro.
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Day 13
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Flight Paro to Kathmandu.
Arrival Kathmandu
and transfer to hotel. O/N in hotel at Kathmandu.
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Day 14
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Transfer to airport for final departure.
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Flight in Bhutan
Spring schedule: Effective from March 17 to May 16 -
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Day
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Flight Sector
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Departure Time
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Arrival Time
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MON,THU, SAT/KB 203
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KATHMANDU (KTM)/BHUTAN (PBH)
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09:55
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11:10
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SUN, FRI, WED/KB 202
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BHUTAN(PBH)/KATHMANDU(KTM)
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07:30
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08:25
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Summer schedule: Effective from May 17 to Oct 29-
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Day
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Flight Sector
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Departure Time
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Arrival Time
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SUN, MON, THU/ KB203
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BHUTAN(PBH)/KATHMANDU(KTM)
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13:55
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15:05
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SUN, MON, THU/KB202
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BHUTAN(PBH)/KATHMANDU(KTM)
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07:30
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08:25
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Air fare:
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BHUTAN(PBH)/KATHMANDU(KTM)
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Business Class One way US $ 230 Business
Class Both Way US $ 460
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Economy Class One way US $ 190 Economy
Class Both way US $ 380
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Excess Baggage rate Nepalese Rs. 220 per kg.
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