About This Tour
For those who love outdoor adventures, beautiful landscapes, and tranquility, the Bhutan Camping & Himalayan Nature Retreat is an ideal holiday in nature and the Himalayas that offers them all. This is a 6 day trek which is comfortable and involves experiencing nature walks, nature sightseeing, witnessing culture and stunning mountain scenery in Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and the picturesque Phobjikha Valley. Stay in a tent under the clear blue sky, explore the old monasteries, old villages and behold the unspoiled forest and valleys of Bhutan. Almost uniquely planned by a company called Namaskar India Tour, this stay encompasses the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation and cultural exploration in the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Trip Highlights
- Camp out in the beautiful Himalayans amongst the beautiful scenery of the Himalayas.
- Visit Thimphu town, Punakha and Phobjikha Valley with Paro.
- Forget everything and take a peaceful walk in nature or go camping outdoors!
- Visit Punakha Dzong, Buddha Dordenma and Gangtey Monastery.
- Enjoy surpassing the highest vantage points from Dochula Pass.
- Visit authentic Bhutan villages and markets.
- Make studying nature, taking pictures and gazing at Himalayan landscape an enjoyable activity.
- Expertly prepared camping is offering the opportunity to relax in nature with Namaskar India Tour.
Included/Exclude
Included
- On-site accommodation or Camping as agreed in the Programme.
- Daily breakfast.
- Equipment for camp (tents, sleeping).
- Transportation by sightseeing (private) car throughout the tour.
- Frequently speaks English casually and has plenty of driving experience.
- Inter-relaxes of nature walks and camping as indicated in the itinerary.
- All toll, parking and government taxes applicable.
Exclude
- International airfare.
- Visas fees (if applicable).
- Personal expenses.
- Lunches and dinners.
- Travel insurance.
- Monument entrance fees.
- Cost for cameras & videos
- Advice and guidelines for guides, drivers.
- Cost incurred as a consequence of bad weather, delays to flights, road closure and for any other unforeseen reason.
Tour Itinerary
Discover a carefully curated journey that covers the must-see highlights and hidden gems of India. Our itinerary is designed to balance sightseeing with relaxation, giving you an authentic cultural experience while ensuring a smooth and comfortable travel schedule.
From bustling cities to serene landscapes, each day has been thoughtfully planned to provide memorable experiences, local interactions, and seamless travel across destinations.
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Day-1 Arrival in Paro and Travel to Thimphu
At your arrival at Paro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our local staff & staff and assisted in your travel to the capital city of Bhutan, Thimphu. Beautiful scenery awaits along the way including passing through beautiful valleys, flowing rivers, pine forests and charming Bhutanese villages, which gives a great ‘taste’ to the scenic trip through a beautiful country. As soon as you arrive, register at your hotel and unwind from your trip.
In the evening, take a peaceful stroll through Thimphu's local markets, where you can do some shopping around at one of Bhutan's famous handicraft stalls, meet the locals and really enjoy the peaceful evenings of the land of the Thunder Dragon. Then free time will allot for the rest of the evening and more before heading back to your hotel. Thimphu is to be visited overnight.
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Day-2 Thimphu Sightseeing and Travel to Punakha
Following Breakfast, take an excursion to Thimphu where you get to explore the town. Head up to the renowned Memorial Chorten, one of the most sacred and significant religious monuments in Bhutan and then the majestic Buddha Dordenma with its splendid panoramic view of the valley. Continue onto the fantastic fortress, the Tashichho Dzong, which is also a Buddhist monastery and where he/she can find the government offices.
Afterwards head back to Punakha via the stunning Dochula Pass where the 108 Druk Wangyal Chortens can be viewed, showered in light, and then enjoy panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks if the skies are clear. Pass through beautiful forests and mountain roads before entering Punakka. Come and enjoy your first camping experience in a peaceful riverside campsite in a lush, vegetated and serene natural setting in the evening. Spend an evening at the campsite, unwind and enjoy the quiet serene beauty of Bhutan before heading out for the night to stay in one of Punakha's camp sites.
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Day-3 Punakha Sightseeing and Camping in Phjobbikha Valley
Visit the fabulous Punakha Dzong, Bhutan's most beautiful fortress at the confluence of the two rivers Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu after breakfast. Walk through the tranquil countryside and rice fields in front of Chimi Lhakhang Temple which is the Temple of Fertility. While walking relaxedly, you can enjoy the sight of the surrounding villages and experience the traditional way of life of local people. Later moved towards a beautiful glacial village Phobjikha Valley, one of Bhutan's most scenic glacial valleys. The valley is situated in a hilly area, surrounded by pine forests and open meadows, and is known for its natural beauty and tranquility. After arrival, you relax at the camp site, enjoy the fresh mountain air, stunning sunset views and a fantastic camping experience at high altitude. Phobjikha Valley camping (overnight).
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Day-4 Nature Walks, Gangtey Monastery & Back to Paro
After breakfast take a tranquil walk in the beautiful Phobjikha Valley. Enjoy a scenic hiking experience with a variety of forest, grassland and traditional Bhutanese settlement in the valley, keeping the high level of biodiversity in mind. The valley is also a haven for Bird-watchers and photographers as in winter it supports the rare Black-necked Cranes. Later, go to see the renowned Gangtey Monastery, one of the most significant monasteries in Bhutan belonging to Nyingma tradition with breathtaking views of the valley. Following sightseeing, start your scenic journey back to Paro, which will lead you through the spectacular mountain roads, forests and valleys. On arrival check in your hotel while taking it easy. Stay in Paro overnight.
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Day-5 Paro Sightseeing and Riverside Camping
Post breakfast, take a walk to the historic Paro Dzong which is an outstanding example of traditional Bhutanese architecture. From where it brings you to the National Museum of Bhutan for an interesting presentation of Bhutan's heritage, wildlife, history and culture. Later visit the sacred Kyichu Lhakhang, which is one of Bhutan's oldest and most sacred Buddhist temples. After a beautiful lunch near the river head towards a beautiful riverside camp site near Paro in the afternoon. Enjoy an evening of relaxing in the nearby peaceful surroundings, cherishing the fresh mountain air, the beautiful scenery and the fun of camping on the waterside. It's a perfect chance to relax, splash in nature and enjoy astronomical views from the star-filled sky of the Himalayas. Overnight camping in Paro.
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Day-6 Leave Paro
After the breakfasts break camps and then head to Paro International Airport for the onward journey. As your experience with Bhutan Camping & Himalayan nature retreat nears its expiration, you will be carrying home all the wonderful memories you made of the pristine valleys and serene campsites, the old monasteries, the Himalayan landscape and the cordiality of the people. Designed with all foresight by Namaskar India Tour, this tour allows for a perfect blend of nature, adventure and a learning cultural experience along with camping through its various destinations.
