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10 Cultural Tours in Bumthang District That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Bumthang District, Bhutan including 8 Nights Bhutan Tour, Essence of BHUTAN With Sacred Festivals and In-depth Cultural Tour, A Journey to the Center of Bhutan, 15-Day Bird Watching and Cultural Tour in Bhutan, Stray Asia: 10 Day Bhutan Explorer Tour, East to West Cultural & Hiking Tour (18 days/17 nights), 10 Nights Bhutan Tour, Jambay Lhakhang & Prakar Festivals (13 Days/12 Nights), 9 Nights Bhutan Tour, 10-Day Bhutan Culture Tour to Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Trongsa, Bumthang.
1. 8 Nights Bhutan Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
8 Nights Bhutan Tour is a package of 9 days that explore the mesmerizing beauty of the Bumthang Valley along with other destination of Bhutan. Bumthang houses the numbers of ancient temples and sacred sites so is known as the most historic place in Bhutan. Bumthang consist of four main valleys Ura, Chumey, Tang and Choekhor. Bumthang Valley Tour begins from the colorful Paro traverse Thimphu, Punakha, Gantey, Bumthang and ends back at Paro. The tour also combines the spectacular hike to the Taktsang Monastery popularly known as ‘Tiger’s Nest’ perched in a vertical cliff. Witness the cultural and religious aspects of Bhutan and discover the magical serene natural beauty of the Dragon Kingdom.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle., 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require an additional premium), Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing, Route Permit, Three meals per day during your stay in Bhutan, A licensed Bhutanese tour guide, All land transportation by private vehicle, Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours, Sightseeing as per itinerary, All internal taxes and charges, A sustainable development fee of $65. (This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure., Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Airfare & Travel Insurance, Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers, Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
Reviewed By Eremie
In October 2019 my brother and I had the pleasure to visit Chitwan National Park under the guidance of (Kumar) Lama. After a long bus ride from Kathmandu we were welcomed at the Earth Light Hotel. The had everything we needed, and more! The place was well-maintained, clean, had a swimming pool and the (all inclusive) meals were good. The staff was very polite. During the three days, Lama had prepared a program for us which included various activities such as jungle canoeing, visiting an elephant pharm, a local village an dance show. The absolute highlight was the jungle walk where we encountered a rhinoceros! I would describe Lama as a helpful, professional, sincere and enthusiastic guide. After the three days it felt like we made a friend! We hope Lama and the hotel are doing well and we wish him and his family all the best during these difficult Covid times. Best regards from Amsterdam, Eric.
2. Essence of BHUTAN With Sacred Festivals and In-depth Cultural Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
On this 10 days 9 nights journey, you will venture out into this magical Kingdom with a private expert guide and witness sacred ancient festivals that have been passed down from centuries ago and still remains vibrant and untouched. You'll discover happiness amidst stunning landscapes dotted with impressive fortresses and temples. Bhutan, a tiny Kingdom hidden by the staggering mountains of the Himalayas remained on self-imposed isolation until it opened door to the outside world in the 1960s. Bhutan still remains largely untouched by the worldly influence and holds strongly on to its age-old traditions. Departure Dates: 21st or 22nd Feb, 2021 – Punakha Tshechu Festival 23rd Mar, 2021 - Paro Tshechu Festival 18th Apr, 2021 - Domkhar Tshechu in Central Bhutan 16th Sep, 2021 - Thimphu Tshechu Festival & Gangtey Tshechu Festival 10th Oct, 2021 - Jakar Tshechu Festival in Central Bhutan 5th Nov, 2021 - Black-necked Crance Festival in Phobjikha Valley
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Visa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 3-4 business days., Twin sharing accommodations at 3-star hotels certified by Tourism Council of Bhutan., All ground transportation including round trip airport transfers, English-speaking licensed private tour guide., All internal taxes for the services listed above
Exclusions: Travel insurance. We highly recommend getting insurance. For trekking adventure insurance is a MUST., International Airfares, Alcoholic beverages, laundry services, telephone call charges, Gratuity to guide and driver (optional), Any other expenses of personal nature
Reviewed By Jien F
I visited Bhutan through this company in early March 2020. Mr. Phuntsho of the company had been very prompt and helpful in organizing the trip. He kept the itinerary flexible which allowed me to spend more time at places I loved. I did not have any issues right from the planning of the trip until I left the country. My guide and the drive were a very friendly and I must say they really made my trip one of the best. I highly recommend Bhutan Acorn!
3. A Journey to the Center of Bhutan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This trip is designed to take you to the heart of Bhutan - literally and metaphorically. You will cover Bhutan's most popular destinations and breadth-taking landscapes. At the same time, you can also reach some of the remote nooks and corners where you can have an authentic local experience. On top of that, you can customize the specifics of your own trip so that it is a truly tailor-made tour for you.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch
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4. 15-Day Bird Watching and Cultural Tour in Bhutan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Best birding, wildlife and cultural tour in Bhutan. Bhutan is a small country nestled in Eastern Himalayas - a land of rhododendron forests, stunning panoramas and friendly Buddhist culture. Bird watching in Bhutan is a sublime experience. Towns are very small and surrounded by untouched forests. There is very little traffic and the roads provide excellent opportunities to walk through what are surely the best-preserved forests anywhere in the Himalayas. On this trip we will see some 350 different birds, 12-15 mammal species and an amazing variety of butterflies and flowers. There will also be time to see the amazing architecture, visit dzong’s, which blend the role of both fortress and monastery, and meet the friendly Bhutanese people. Overall, experience the unique culture of Bhutan, expanding your interests but not compromising your main objectives! This itinerary has been designed to see the best of Bhutan, with a minimum of long-distance driving, and removing the need for camp.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Bhutan visa fee, Domestic flight from Bumthang to Paro, All entrance fee for museums and parks
Exclusions: Travel Insurance (essential), Personal expenses, Charges incurred as a result of circumstances beyond the control of Langur Eco Travels, Flights, Gratuities
Reviewed By solsort2
In February 2020 four danish birders were on a two week tour across Bhutan with Langur Eco Travels. Our guide Sonam was not only very good to find the birds, but could also tell us stories from this marvelous country. The team did a fantastic job, and everything worked perfect. We can higly recomend Langur Eco Travel and a tour to Bhutan.
5. Stray Asia: 10 Day Bhutan Explorer Tour
Come with us on a 10-day small group adventure tour through the mysterious land of the Thunder Dragon, Bhutan. Starting and finishing in Paro, we'll take you further off the beaten track to the most breathtaking destinations the country has to offer - A mesmerising place in the clouds with lush valleys, tiered rice paddy fields, rich forests and rushing rivers. Explore the sights, smells and tastes of the capital, see their sacred animal the takin, and visit the craftspeople of the local workshops. Weave up into the mountains of the Himalayas, hike the countryside and visit important, beautiful temples to learn about the culture. Head off the beaten track into Bumthang valley, see the Burning Lake and other important sights. See the rare and fiercely protected black necked crane and have an authentic homestay experience in a local village. Finish by hiking to the famous Tiger's Nest Monastery for amazing views. If Bhutan is on your bucket list, you'll see more and do more with Stray!
Inclusions: Experienced, local Stray Guide, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, All transport (SUV, mini-van or bus) including airport transfers, Bhutan visa application service, services to assist with booking flights, Bottled water, Thimpu: City Tour, guided visits to Takin Park, Tashichho Dzong, Thimpu: Guided visits to National Memorial Chorten, the Buddha Dordenma, local craft workshops, Thimpu: Changangkha Lhakhang, Wangditse trail hike., Punakha: Hike through local countryside to Chime Lhakang, guided visit to Punakha Dzong., Punakha: Hike to the Khamsum, Yalley Monastery, guided visit to the Nalanda Institute., Bumthang: Town orientation walk, Day visit to Burning Lake and Ura Valley, Bumthang: Visit Jampay Lhakhang, hike to Tamshing Monastery and Kunchosum temple., Gangtey Valley: Visit to Trongsa Fortress, village orientation walk and nature trail walk., Gangtey Valley: Visit to the Black Crane Centre, Paro: Hike to Taktsang monastery (Tiger’s Nest), Paro: Visit to Kichu Lhakhang, the National Museum and the Paro Dzong.
Exclusions: Visa application fee (approx $50 USD), Cost of flights, Travel Insurance (compulsory)
Reviewed By AngryAnonymousdude
What to say about this tour! To begin with it took less than 24 hours to realise that the activities our travel company had promised in the brochure did not match the activities listed by Stray. Although this was probably an advertising fault with our tour company (STA Travel - I HIGHLY recommend not booking with them) the Stray representative refused to assist us with the issue claiming he was not a ‘Stray representative’ even though he was literally wearing a Stray t-shirt! The Thailand leg of the trip is utterly pointless as you barely see any of the country, and there are basically no activities payed for by Stray so I really have no idea what we payed for. Laos was much improved, we had two different tour guides throughout our days there who were both brilliant and the activities were really good. We had a good sized group as well which helped! Cambodia however was by far the worst part of the trip. The perhaps main reason for this was our tour guide was extremely weird and made us all feel very uncomfortable. He made a lot of sexual jokes which weren’t funny, he would make inappropriate remarks and also get drunk and act very strangely around us all. There were only 3 of us for most of the Cambodia leg (all guys), however when some females did join, as you can imagine he made more uncomfortable remarks. Considering I’ve heard from other travellers that Cambodia is their favourite place they’ve traveled, I believe Stray did the country a huge disservice as the route round the country made no sense, we hardly got to see any of the beautiful country and spent almost half the tour at the same Hostel in Siem Reap with nothing to do. Also I’d heard so much about the delicious (and cheap) street food Cambodia offered however not once did we go to any such place and instead were pressured to go (by our guide) to places which were more costly and coincidently our guide would get a free meal for taking us there! The final leg of the tour was Vietnam which we didn’t get to go to as the borders had closed due to the pandemic. Although of course, this could not be helped, our Cambodian guide did not sufficiently keep us informed on what was going on and when we inevitably asked the question “now what?” we were never given a helpful answer, and were essentially abandoned once the Cambodia leg of the tour was over. Overall, the tour was mostly awful. Before this tour started, me and my friend who I was travelling with went on a Trutravels Sri Lanka tour which was absolutely brilliant. This was mostly down to our guide who I felt really wanted to show us the best parts of his country and give us the best time possible and wasn’t trying to squeeze as much money from us as he could. This was similar to the Laos part of the tour, in which I truly felt the tour guides wanted us to have a great time (an example was one of them set up a football game for us to play against the locals which was amazing). However this trip was wildly inconsistent as the Thailand leg was utterly pointless, and the Cambodia leg was uncomfortable and massively underwhelming. And of course the part that will leave a bitter taste in my mouth will be how we were essentially left stranded in Cambodia without any real help or advice from Stray. Considering we payed for the most expensive package, I truly have no idea what that money went towards for most of the trip, particularly some of the accommodation. I don’t recommend stray at all.
6. East to West Cultural & Hiking Tour (18 days/17 nights)
This tour has everything that Bhutan has to offer. Culture and tradition, history, hikes, camping, art and architecture not mention the natural beauty of the country from East to West. Our experienced team of Guides, drivers, cooks and support staff will make this trip a memorable one.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, visa fees, local taxes
Exclusions: ANY MEALS/DRINKS OTHER THAN THOSE MENTIONED, TIPS, INSURANCE, DRINKS, TELEPHONE CHARGES, ETC.
7. 10 Nights Bhutan Tour
10 Nights Bhutan Tour explores around Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, and Bumthang and is a package of 11 days. The tour takes you to the spectacular Bumthang, the cultural heartland of Bhutan which houses some of the oldest temples and monasteries of Bhutan. The tour explores important cultural landmarks such as Punakha Dzong, Chimmi Lhakhang, Wangdue Phodrang Dzong, Jakar Dzong and many others in the cities of Paro, Thimphu, and Punakha. The tour also includes the refreshing hike to the Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ perched in the vertical cliff and also visits two remarkable valleys Ura and Tang. Bhutan Cultural Tour provides full insight of the cultural, religious and historical aspects of Bhutan.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle., 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require an additional premium), Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing, Route Permit, Three meals per day during your stay in Bhutan, A licensed Bhutanese tour guide, All land transportation by private vehicle, Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours, Sightseeing as per itinerary, All internal taxes and charges, A sustainable development fee of $65. (This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure., Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Airfare & Travel Insurance, Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers, Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
Reviewed By Eremie
In October 2019 my brother and I had the pleasure to visit Chitwan National Park under the guidance of (Kumar) Lama. After a long bus ride from Kathmandu we were welcomed at the Earth Light Hotel. The had everything we needed, and more! The place was well-maintained, clean, had a swimming pool and the (all inclusive) meals were good. The staff was very polite. During the three days, Lama had prepared a program for us which included various activities such as jungle canoeing, visiting an elephant pharm, a local village an dance show. The absolute highlight was the jungle walk where we encountered a rhinoceros! I would describe Lama as a helpful, professional, sincere and enthusiastic guide. After the three days it felt like we made a friend! We hope Lama and the hotel are doing well and we wish him and his family all the best during these difficult Covid times. Best regards from Amsterdam, Eric.
8. Jambay Lhakhang & Prakar Festivals (13 Days/12 Nights)
The festivals are called ‘Tshechu’ as one of the the days of festival falls on the 10th day of the particular month. All mask dances have religious significance and it is believed that one who witnesses the tshechu is profusely blessed. Jambay Lhakhang is one of the oldest temples in the kingdom. It was founded by, Songtsen Gampo, a Tibetan King in the 7th century AD. The king was destined to build 108 temples known as Thadhul- Yangdhul (temples on and across the border) in a day to subdue the demoness that was residing in the Himalayas. The temple is one of the two of the 108 built in Bhutan. A second is located in Paro, the Kichu lhakhang also built on the same day. One of the most spectacular festivals in the country, called Jambay lhakhang Drup is hosted here. The festival lasts for five days. The highlight of the festival is the fire ritual that is held in the evening where crowds gather to witness the ritualistic naked dance.
Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, VISA & FEE, AIRPORT PICK UP/DROP (PRIVATE), ALL TAXES, BOTTLED WATER (IN THE VEHICLE ONLY)
Exclusions: MEALS OTHER THAN MENTIONED, TIPS, INSURANCE, DRINKS, TELEPHONE CALLS, ETC.
9. 9 Nights Bhutan Tour
9 Nights Bhutan Tour is a package of 10 days that traverses the cultural heartland of Bhutan. The tour starts with mystical city Paro, then goes towards Thimphu followed by Punakha and finally reaches the Bumthang along with the beautiful Ura Valley. The tour provides an opportunity to explore the colors of Paro and discover historical and religious monasteries, temple and shrines in Thimphu and Punakha. The tour also includes the hike to the Taktsang Monastery ‘Tiger’s Nest’ perched in a vertical cliff. Bumthang is the religious heartland of Bhutan where some of the oldest temples and monasteries are located, important feature of Bumthang is Jambey Lhakhang, a temple built by Tinetan king Songtsen Gompo in 659 AD. Bumthang and Ura Valley Tour gives full insight of the Bhutanese tradition and culture and explores the many historical ad religious landmarks of the Dragon Kingdom.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Airport pick-up and drop-off by private vehicle., 3-star accommodation (4 & 5 stars may require an additional premium), Bhutan visa fee – including all necessary processing, Route Permit, Three meals per day during your stay in Bhutan, A licensed Bhutanese tour guide, All land transportation by private vehicle, Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours, Sightseeing as per itinerary, All internal taxes and charges, A sustainable development fee of $65. (This sustainable development fee goes towards free education, free healthcare, poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure., Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Airfare & Travel Insurance, Expenses of personal nature, Tips to guides and drivers, Expenses occurred due to unavoidable events i.e. road wrecks, flight delays etc.
Reviewed By Eremie
In October 2019 my brother and I had the pleasure to visit Chitwan National Park under the guidance of (Kumar) Lama. After a long bus ride from Kathmandu we were welcomed at the Earth Light Hotel. The had everything we needed, and more! The place was well-maintained, clean, had a swimming pool and the (all inclusive) meals were good. The staff was very polite. During the three days, Lama had prepared a program for us which included various activities such as jungle canoeing, visiting an elephant pharm, a local village an dance show. The absolute highlight was the jungle walk where we encountered a rhinoceros! I would describe Lama as a helpful, professional, sincere and enthusiastic guide. After the three days it felt like we made a friend! We hope Lama and the hotel are doing well and we wish him and his family all the best during these difficult Covid times. Best regards from Amsterdam, Eric.
10. 10-Day Bhutan Culture Tour to Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, Trongsa, Bumthang
This 10-day Bhutan culture tour will take you to visit the most popular travel destinations of Bhutan. Travel from Paro to Thimpohu, Punakha, Gangtey, Trongsa and Bumthang. The private transportation with an informative tour guide will take you to see this magical kingdom's stunning landscapes dotted with impressive fortresses and monasteries.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Economy class airfare of Bumthang - Paro, Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room, Private driver & air-conditioned vehicle, Private English-speaking tour guide , Bhutan Visa Fee.
Exclusions: International flight into and out of Bhutan, Gratuities, Personal travel insurance
