Bhutan - 10D9N Trongsa Village Trek

This is a small-group itinerary which combines a 4-day cultural immersion glamping trek in Trongsa, a district in Central Bhutan, with the iconic highlights of Paro and Punakha valleys. This expedition is for the trekker who is looking to explore the spectacular villages of Bhutan off the beaten path, without great physical exertion.

Departure / Arrival Point: Paro Airport (PBH)

Duration: 10 days (4 trekking days)

Distance: 45 km / 28.0 miles

Grading: Grade II / intermediate. Suitable for anyone with average level of fitness and can walk for 6 hours with a light day pack (5 to 10kg) (including breaks)

Season: April to November

Cost: USD4,000 per person

Single Supplement: USD475 per person

Group Size: Min. 3 trekkers / max. 8 trekkers

GOOD TO KNOW

• This is a trail exclusive to Pudu Puda Travel, with insider access to the villages in the Mangde Chhu River Basin with guides who were born here,
• As part of your glamping experience, we will arrange for a private traditional hot stone bath while on the trek, and
• You will stay at one of National Geographic's Unique Lodges of the World for two nights while in Paro.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Specialised bilingual trekking guide,
• Pack animals to carry personal gear, camp equipment and food,
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary,
• Mineral water while in the cities and boiled and filtered water while trekking,
• All transportation within Bhutan for activities listed as part of this expedition, including airport transfers,
• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in Thimphu for 1 night (local 4-star hotel),
• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in Trongsa for 1 night (local 4-star hotel),
• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in Punakha for 1 night (local 3-star hotel),
• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in Paro for 2 nights (5-star hotel / National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World),
• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in deluxe tents for 3 nights,
• Accommodation in a homestay for 1 night,
• Camp equipment, including sleeping tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, dining tent, toilet tent, portable chairs and tables,
• First aid kit, portable oxygen cylinder, Gamoy bags and satellite phone in case of an emergency,
• Fees for park entrances and permits required,
• Tourism Development Fund fees for camp sites, and
• Government visa fees and royalties, service charge and sales tax.

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

• Airfare to and from Paro and related taxes,
• Items of personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, drinks of any kind,
• Tips for the guides, camp staff and horsemen,
• Comprehensive travel insurance, and
• Any trip extension.