Arrive at Paro Airport. Transfer by road to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan
Visit major sites and see thriving arts and crafts. Free time to explore this intriguing city
Drive to Punakha, the old capital of Bhutan. Afternoon sightseeing.
Drive to Gangtey with a scenic stops on route. Afternoon sightseeing.
Visit Gangtey Monastery then an unforgettable walk in the Phobjekha valley. Free time to relax and explore
Drive to Trongsa, the gateway to central Bhutan. Approaching Trongsa, enjoy the sight of the enormous fortress monastery dripping down the slopes of the valley. Wander the township and meet the locals
After visiting the Trongsa Dzong, head to Bumthang with scenic stops on one of the most beautiful routes in Bhutan.
Day excursion in the Ura Valley with a beautiful, easy walk though pristine forest with picnic lunch.
A leisurely day in the beautiful Bumthang Valley. Walk though pristine forest; lunch in a traditional farm house.
Board a domestic flight to Paro with magnificent views of the Himalayan range
Attend the Paro Festival (Tshechu), visit Kichu Lhakhang, and play archery with the locals.
Hike to the Tigers Nest Monastery with lunch at a restaurant with unforgettable views over the Paro valley.
Get up early if you wish to attend the unforgettable Thanka unfurling with the locals. Rest of day free for leisure, shopping and personal sightseeing in Paro.
Tour concludes.
Dept of Tourism accredited home stays and 3 star hotel accommodation
All meals
All transfers and sightseeing with licensed English speaking guide for the whole trip
All entrance fees and permits
Bottled drinking water daily
All internal taxes and charges including Sustainable Tourism Fund levy which goes towards education, healthcare and the building of infrastructure, airport tax, insurance surcharge, fuel surcharge and Visa Fee
International Airfare to / from Bangkok or place of departure; Flight ex BKK to /from Paro; internal flight
Personal expenses such as bar bills, tips, telephone, laundry etc.
Expenses due to nature / unforeseen events such as flight cancellation, road blockade, no show etc.
Travel insurance- must be evidenced
Payza is one of Bhutan’s most experienced and popular tour guides. Julia and Payza met in 2010 with Julia’s first trip to Bhutan, and Payza made it unforgettable. Not only is he highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and speaks fantastic English, but the extra care he puts into ensuring you have the best time possible is awesome. From consideration of special dietary needs to finding the best vantage points for festivals, to negotiating a way to get you that special photograph in a monastery, to telling the most fabulous and unforgettable stories that will have you laughing, Payza is a joy to travel with. He says that what he enjoys most about being a tour guide is sharing how people can live happily. He believes visitors come to understand and appreciate these values better through journeying though Bhutan.
Australian office
Julia Davenport
P (+61) 0410 578 541
E julia@davenportmarketingandadvisory.com.au
Paro office
Payza Dorji
P (+975) 8 271 438
E payza2000@yahoo.com
Just returned from a terrific trip to Bhutan carefully coordinated by AJTB. A sum of many parts, the journey captured the sights sounds, colors and flavors of Bhutan midst sun, snow and showers. This trip exceeded expectations. If you wish to embrace Bhutan, give AJTB a try. You will not be disappointed.
Giulietta WilliamsYou just cannot help loving the people and the place. Bhutan is a unique culture which seems to have retained so much of what our own cultures have lost. I loved Bhutan!
RichardI loved travelling with AJtB and the gang. Have never laughed so hard! A big thank you for sharing Bhutan with us. One of the best countries I've had the privilege of getting to know.
Karen