Bhutan: Women's Expedition
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Tour Overview
Join an 11-day trip through the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan with a group of like-minded women and a local leader by your side. Hike up a cliff to the Tiger's Nest monastery in Paro, see the huge gilded bronze Buddha Dordenma in Thimphu, meet the nuns at the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery and experience a sound bath in the Bumthang Valley. Watch local artisans at work, then browse the vibrant wares at the Bhutanese Crafts Bazaar. Learn how to make Bhutan’s national dish in a cooking class led by local women, dine at women-owned restaurants and stay at female-owned accommodation.
Trip Code: HNZW
Start
Thimphu
End
Paro
Destination
Bhutan
Meals
10 breakfasts, 10 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Guesthouse (2 night)
Days
11
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike to Wangditse Monastery, Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten, the Gangtey Nature Trail and Bumthang Valley with an all-women crew of assistant guides by your side. Traverse meadows, farmland and paddy fields.
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Distil your own Ara (a traditional Bhutanese spirit) and then relax with a traditional herbal hot stone bath at a female-owned farmhouse in Paro.
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Meet the nuns at Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery and learn about Bhutanese monastic life over cups of tea within the sacred walls of this hilltop temple.
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Surmount the cliff that leads to Tiger's Nest – Bhutan’s most iconic monastery. Perched on the side of the cliff, this monastery was built in the 17th century and sits at an elevation of 3120 m (10,230 ft).
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Stay in a female-owned and operated hotel in Thimphu – learn about the owner’s inspiring story of empowering local girls and single mothers with job opportunities in the hospitality industry.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
10 breakfasts, 10 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Guesthouse (2 night)
Included activities
- Thimphu - Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Thimphu - Bhutan Post Office Visit
- Thimphu - Bhutanese Crafts Bazaar Visit
- Sangay Gang - Wangditse Hike
- Thimphu - Buddha Dordenma (Buddha Point)
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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