{"id":58419,"date":"2025-05-12T22:27:30","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T14:27:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhutanbesttravel.com\/?page_id=58419"},"modified":"2026-06-26T23:16:37","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T15:16:37","slug":"18-%e5%a4%a9%e7%be%8e%e6%8b%89%e5%85%8b%e5%92%8c%e8%90%a8%e5%85%8b%e7%99%bb%e5%be%92%e6%ad%a5%e6%97%85%e8%a1%8c","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/18-%e5%a4%a9%e7%be%8e%e6%8b%89%e5%85%8b%e5%92%8c%e8%90%a8%e5%85%8b%e7%99%bb%e5%be%92%e6%ad%a5%e6%97%85%e8%a1%8c\/","title":{"rendered":"18 \u5929\u4e0d\u4e39\u5f92\u6b65\u4e4b\u65c5\uff1a\u6885\u62c9\u514b\u548c\u8428\u514b\u817e\u5f92\u6b65\u65c5\u884c"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@graph\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"TouristTrip\",\n            \"name\": \"18 Days Bhutan Trekking Tour: Merak and Sakten Trek\",\n            \"description\": \"18 days Bhutan trekking tour in Merak and Sakten, trekking Eastern Bhutan remote Brokpa trails through Tashigang Valley.\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/18-days-merak-and-sakten-trek\/\",\n            \"touristType\": [\n                \"International tourists\",\n                \"Adventure travelers\",\n                \"Cultural travelers\"\n            ],\n            \"itinerary\": {\n                \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n                \"name\": \"18 Days Bhutan Trekking Tour: Merak and Sakten Trek Day-by-Day Itinerary\",\n                \"numberOfItems\": 18\n            },\n            \"provider\": {\n                \"@type\": \"TravelAgency\",\n                \"name\": \"Bhutan Best Travel\",\n                \"url\": \"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\",\n                \"telephone\": \"+975-17112512\",\n                \"address\": {\n                    \"@type\": \"PostalAddress\",\n                    \"addressCountry\": \"BT\",\n                    \"addressLocality\": \"Paro\"\n                },\n                \"aggregateRating\": {\n                    \"@type\": \"AggregateRating\",\n                    \"ratingValue\": \"5\",\n                    \"reviewCount\": \"234\",\n                    \"bestRating\": \"5\"\n                }\n            },\n            \"offers\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n                \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n                \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n                \"url\": \"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/contact\"\n            }\n        }\n    ]\n}<\/script><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1751017429518\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-lg-offset-2 vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492694838569\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-40766a541159e1848\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-40766a541159e1848 uvc-5905 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"center\" style=\"text-align:center\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40766a541159e1848 h1'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:59px;tablet:50px;tablet_portrait:40px;mobile_landscape:28px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:80px;tablet:60px;tablet_portrait:50px;mobile_landscape:38px;\"}' ><h1 style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:bold;color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:30px;\">18 Days Bhutan Trekking Tour: Merak and Sakten Trek<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40766a541159e1848 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:24px;mobile_landscape:18px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:38px;mobile_landscape:28px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Open Sans&#039;;font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;color:#FFFFFF;\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"96\" data-end=\"314\">Discover the untouched eastern frontiers of <a href=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/%e4%b8%8d%e4%b8%b9%e7%8e%8b%e5%9b%bd-%e5%8d%97%e4%ba%9a\/\">Bhutan<\/a> on this extraordinary 18-day Bhutan <a href=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/%e4%b8%8d%e4%b8%b9%e5%be%92%e6%ad%a5%e6%97%85%e8%a1%8c%e5%a5%97%e9%a4%90\/\">trekking tour<\/a>, the Merak-Sakten trek through the remote Tashigang Valley. Journey into the realm of the semi-nomadic Brokpa people, known for their unique culture and distinctive yak-hair hats. This lesser-explored trek offers pristine alpine landscapes, ancient trading routes, and authentic encounters with one of Bhutan&#8217;s most fascinating indigenous communities.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_bg_img\" data-ultimate-bg=\"url(https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/18-Days-Merak-and-Sakten-Trek.jpeg)\" data-image-id=\"id^59144|url^https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/18-Days-Merak-and-Sakten-Trek.jpeg|caption^null|alt^18 Days Merak and Sakten Trek|title^18 Days Merak and Sakten Trek|description^null\" data-ultimate-bg-style=\"vcpb-default\" data-bg-img-repeat=\"no-repeat\" data-bg-img-size=\"cover\" data-bg-img-position=\"\" data-parallx_sense=\"30\" data-bg-override=\"full\" data-bg_img_attach=\"scroll\" data-upb-overlay-color=\"rgba(0,0,0,0.6)\" data-upb-bg-animation=\"\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-bg-animation=\"left-animation\" data-bg-animation-type=\"h\" data-animation-repeat=\"repeat\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"true\" data-overlay-color=\"rgba(0,0,0,0.6)\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"0.8\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-attachment=\"scroll\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1745370668898 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-lg-12 vc_col-md-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1745311489448\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-6196a541159e2ff0\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-6196a541159e2ff0 uvc-5774 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-6196a541159e2ff0 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:25px;\">ABOUT TRIP<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Experience optimal trekking conditions during peak seasons (March-April and October-November) or embrace the serene winter atmosphere. Conclude your adventure with a traditional Bhutanese hot stone bath, a centuries-old therapy perfect for rejuvenating tired muscles. Ideal for adventurous trekkers seeking to explore Bhutan&#8217;s most isolated and culturally distinct regions.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"0\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div data-vc-full-width=\"true\" data-vc-full-width-init=\"false\" class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1573115998411 vc_row-has-fill vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div 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Everything was smooth and well organised from start to finish, but what truly made the trip special were our guide, Sangay, and our driver, Pema.\n\nSangay\u2019s knowledge of Bhutanese history seemed endless, and he shared stories of monasteries, fortresses, and valleys in an engaging and easy way. It felt less like a history lesson and more like a friend proudly introducing his country.\n\nHis sense of humour and cheerful personality kept us entertained throughout the trip, making long drives and hikes feel much easier.\n\nHe was also very attentive, always knowing when we needed a break or a photo stop, and often helped capture our favourite moments as our photographer.\n\nOur driver, Pema, deserves special mention too. He must have driven these mountain roads hundreds of times, yet he approached every journey with patience and professionalism. We were always greeted by a clean and tidy vehicle, no matter how dusty the roads had been the day before. It may seem like a small detail, but after long days of sightseeing, it was something we really appreciated.\n\nThere are so many special memories from this trip, but one that stands out happened on our 3rd night, coincided with Vesak Day. From the viewpoint of our <a href=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/%e4%b8%8d%e4%b8%b9%e9%85%92%e5%ba%97%e4%b8%8e%e4%bd%8f%e5%ae%bf\/\">hotel<\/a> in Punakha, there's a full moon rise over the valley. The night was incredibly peaceful, the moonlight, surrounding mountains, and twinkling lights below created a scene that felt almost unreal!\n\nThe hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest and the Mini Tiger\u2019s Nest also remains one of the clearest memories we brought home from Bhutan.\n\nWhat made the experience truly memorable, however, was seeing the country through the eyes of people who genuinely love it. Thank you, BBT, Sangay and Pema, for turning a wonderful holiday into a journey we will remember for many years to come.<\/p>\n    <\/div>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-info\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image\">\n    <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image-url \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1063400437-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1063400437\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-reviewer-avatar\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cdn.tripadvisor.com\/media\/photo-t\/1a\/f6\/f2\/b8\/default-avatar-2020-26.jpg\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\" alt=\"LC2828\" title=\"\">\n                        <\/a>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-name-date\">\n                        <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1063400437-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1063400437\">\n    <span class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name\">LC2828<\/span>\n    <\/a><span data-time=\"1 \u6708 ago\" class=\"wpsr-review-date\">\n     6 \u6708 7, 2026<\/span>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-col-3 wpsr-col-sm-4 wpsr-col-xs-12\" role=\"group\">\n            <div class=\"wpsr-review-template wpsr-review-template-four wpsr-review-template-tripadvisor\"\n                    data-index=\"1\"\n                    data-source_id=\"11891903\"\n                    data-media_id=\"1060659276\"\n                    data-review_platform=\"tripadvisor\"\n                    data-product_thumbnail=\"\"\n                    data-product_name=\"\"\n                    data-image_resize=\"low\"\n            >\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-header\"\n                     style=\"\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-platform\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-review-platform-icon\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-social-reviews\/assets\/images\/icon\/icon-tripadvisor-small.png\" alt=\"tripadvisor\" title=\"\">\n    <\/div><h3 class=\"wpsr-review-title\">\n    7 Days 6 Nights Knowing Bhutan.<\/h3><div data-rating=\"5\" class=\"wpsr-rating-wrapper wpsr-rating\">\n    \n            <div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>    \n    \n    \n    \n    <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-review-content  \" tabindex=\"0\">\n            <p class=\"wpsr_add_read_more wpsr_show_less_content\" data-num-words-trim=\"50\">We had some of the best guides we could ever ask for, sharing deep knowledge and wisdom about Buddhism and the culture of the country. We also stayed in very nice and clean hotels \u2014 not overly luxurious, but filled with warmth and genuine hospitality.\n\nThe food was fantastic as well, especially for those who enjoy spicy cuisine, something many Asians can easily relate to. Over the 7 days and 6 nights, we created many fond memories through trekking, exploring, and enjoying the local food and culture.\n\nThe weather in April is just perfect \u2014 not too cold and ideal for trekking and spending time in nature. You don\u2019t need to wear too many layers, yet it never feels too hot during the day. It made the entire hiking and outdoor experience very comfortable and enjoyable.\n\nThank you, Bhutan Best Travel, for such a meaningful and memorable experience!<\/p>\n    <\/div>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-info\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image\">\n    <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image-url \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1060659276-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1060659276\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-reviewer-avatar\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cdn.tripadvisor.com\/media\/photo-o\/0c\/71\/e7\/dd\/chrse-t.jpg\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\" alt=\"ChrseT1\" title=\"\">\n                        <\/a>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-name-date\">\n                        <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1060659276-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1060659276\">\n    <span class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name\">ChrseT1<\/span>\n    <\/a><span data-time=\"2 \u6708 ago\" class=\"wpsr-review-date\">\n     5 \u6708 18, 2026<\/span>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-col-3 wpsr-col-sm-4 wpsr-col-xs-12\" role=\"group\">\n            <div class=\"wpsr-review-template wpsr-review-template-four wpsr-review-template-tripadvisor\"\n                    data-index=\"2\"\n                    data-source_id=\"11891903\"\n                    data-media_id=\"1059529316\"\n                    data-review_platform=\"tripadvisor\"\n                    data-product_thumbnail=\"\"\n                    data-product_name=\"\"\n                    data-image_resize=\"low\"\n            >\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-header\"\n                     style=\"\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-platform\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-review-platform-icon\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-social-reviews\/assets\/images\/icon\/icon-tripadvisor-small.png\" alt=\"tripadvisor\" title=\"\">\n    <\/div><h3 class=\"wpsr-review-title\">\n    Great Bhutan travel agency<\/h3><div data-rating=\"5\" class=\"wpsr-rating-wrapper wpsr-rating\">\n    \n            <div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>    \n    \n    \n    \n    <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-review-content  \" tabindex=\"0\">\n            <p class=\"wpsr_add_read_more wpsr_show_less_content\" data-num-words-trim=\"50\">Excellent private tour of Bhutan. The itinerary was very well organized, the hotels were great, and the whole experience felt smooth and stress-free. Our guides, Dorji and Tashi, were both extremely kind, helpful, flexible, and always attentive to what we wanted to do each day. They made the trip much more enjoyable. Bhutan itself is extraordinary, and this was a perfect way to discover it. I would highly recommend this agency to anyone looking to visit Bhutan in comfort and with complete peace of mind.<\/p>\n    <\/div>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-info\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image\">\n    <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image-url \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1059529316-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1059529316\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-reviewer-avatar\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cdn.tripadvisor.com\/media\/photo-t\/1a\/f6\/e2\/e6\/default-avatar-2020-45.jpg\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\" alt=\"benjamindF3795UY\" title=\"\">\n                        <\/a>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-name-date\">\n                        <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1059529316-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1059529316\">\n    <span class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name\">benjamindF3795UY<\/span>\n    <\/a><span data-time=\"2 \u6708 ago\" class=\"wpsr-review-date\">\n     5 \u6708 9, 2026<\/span>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-col-3 wpsr-col-sm-4 wpsr-col-xs-12\" role=\"group\">\n            <div class=\"wpsr-review-template wpsr-review-template-four wpsr-review-template-tripadvisor\"\n                    data-index=\"3\"\n                    data-source_id=\"11891903\"\n                    data-media_id=\"1058822758\"\n                    data-review_platform=\"tripadvisor\"\n                    data-product_thumbnail=\"\"\n                    data-product_name=\"\"\n                    data-image_resize=\"low\"\n            >\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-header\"\n                     style=\"\"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-platform\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-review-platform-icon\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" src=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-social-reviews\/assets\/images\/icon\/icon-tripadvisor-small.png\" alt=\"tripadvisor\" title=\"\">\n    <\/div><h3 class=\"wpsr-review-title\">\n    Couldn&#039;t have asked for more!<\/h3><div data-rating=\"5\" class=\"wpsr-rating-wrapper wpsr-rating\">\n    \n            <div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-star-container wpsr-star-background-filled\" style=\"--wpsr-review-star-fill: 100%;\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-empty\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-star-filled\"><\/div>\n                <\/div>    \n    \n    \n    \n    <\/div><div class=\"wpsr-review-content  \" tabindex=\"0\">\n            <p class=\"wpsr_add_read_more wpsr_show_less_content\" data-num-words-trim=\"50\">We just got back from a 10-day trip from western and central Bhutan. We selected BBT due to Jaclyn's responsiveness and her ability to tailor the itinerary to our needs.\nThe trip was well planned and gave us ample time to acclimatise, with shorter hikes and gradually building up to longer ones.\nWe opted for mid-range hotels and were generally happy with the choices.\nThe 4x4 was always clean, spacious, comfortable and solid - something that's important when travelling on mountain roads.\n\nNow comes our guide Sangay and driver Khandu. What can I say..... \nThey were in fact the highlight of our trip (well, of course besides Tiger's Nest ;D)!\n\nSangay was wonderfully thoughtful judging from the smallest details, like arranging the best room views for us without us asking &amp; special local food arrangements. He's also extremely knowledgeable. His cheeky personality kept us entertained on long drives.\n\nKhandu was a quiet and safe driver, and incredibly funny and thoughtful as well. Together, they formed such a great team that made the experience exceptional for us!<\/p>\n    <\/div>                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpsr-review-info\">\n                    <div class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image\">\n    <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-image-url \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1058822758-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1058822758\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wpsr-reviewer-avatar\" src=\"https:\/\/media-cdn.tripadvisor.com\/media\/photo-t\/01\/ae\/77\/8a\/kopi-o.jpg\" width=\"80\" height=\"80\" alt=\"Kopi-O\" title=\"\">\n                        <\/a>\n<\/div>                    <div class=\"wpsr-review-name-date\">\n                        <a class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name-url\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/ShowUserReviews-g321541-d11891903-r1058822758-Reviews-Bhutan_Best_Travel-Paro_Paro_District.html?m=66827#review1058822758\">\n    <span class=\"wpsr-reviewer-name\">Kopi-O<\/span>\n    <\/a><span data-time=\"2 \u6708 ago\" class=\"wpsr-review-date\">\n     5 \u6708 3, 2026<\/span>                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div><button aria-label=\"Load More\" class=\"wpsr-reviews-loadmore wpsr_more\" id=\"wpsr-reviews-load-more-btn57676\" data-paginate=\"4\" data-template_id=\"57676\" data-page=\"1\" data-platform=\"reviews\" data-template_type=\"grid\" data-total=\"25\"><span>Load More<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row-full-width vc_clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-67906a541159e7fe6\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-67906a541159e7fe6 uvc-5443 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-67906a541159e7fe6 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 1 (Paro)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-67906a541159e7fe6 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_open et_pb_accordion_item_0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Gateway to the Dragon Kingdom<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747037616908\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_open et_pb_accordion_item_0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_open et_pb_accordion_item_0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_open et_pb_accordion_item_0\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>The flight to Paro crosses the Himalayan Mountains, offering spectacular views of the majestic peaks, including the sacred Jumolhari and Jichu Drake peaks in Bhutan. Upon arrival, your guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, visit Ta Dzong, a former fortified lookout tower that now houses the National Museum. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning &#8220;fortress of the heap of jewels.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Next, visit Kichu Lhakhang, the country&#8217;s oldest temple. From there, proceed to Drugyal Dzong (Bhutan Victory Fort), built in 1646 to commemorate Bhutan&#8217;s victory over Tibetan invaders during the 1600s. On a clear day, you can see Mount Jumolhari, Bhutan&#8217;s second-highest mountain at 7,314 metres (23,996 feet).<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Paro.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1745315503185\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-17096a541159e82fc\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-17096a541159e82fc uvc-2808 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-17096a541159e82fc h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 2 (Chele La Pass)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-17096a541159e82fc .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10pxpx;\">Mountain Prayers at Chele La Pass<\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747037671657\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>After breakfast, begin an exciting excursion to Chele La Pass, situated at an elevation of 3,810 metres (12,500 feet) and a scenic 35-kilometre (22-mile) drive from Paro. Walking along the high ridges dotted with colourful Buddhist prayer flags offers stunning views of Mount Jumolhari and other mountains, plus incredible vistas of the valleys below the pass. Enjoy a picnic lunch while at the pass.<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, hike further down the ridges to Kila Gompa Nunnery, which is nestled in a craggy patch on the mountainside below the pass and perched precariously along the rock face. Gain insight into the lives of Buddhist nuns who devote their lives to dharma. Walk for a few miles through coniferous forests to the road head, where your vehicle will be waiting to return you to Paro.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Paro.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747060192255\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-58596a541159e85d8\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-58596a541159e85d8 uvc-3163 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-58596a541159e85d8 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 3 (Paro, Thimpu)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-58596a541159e85d8 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"@thread-xl\/thread:pt-header-height mt-1.5 flex flex-col text-sm\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 &#091;--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)&#093; @&#091;37rem&#093;:&#091;--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)&#093; @&#091;70rem&#093;:&#091;--thread-content-margin:--spacing(12)&#093; px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"&#091;--thread-content-max-width:32rem&#093; @&#091;34rem&#093;:&#091;--thread-content-max-width:40rem&#093; @&#091;64rem&#093;:&#091;--thread-content-max-width:48rem&#093; mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal &#091;.text-message+&amp;&#093;:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"403e561c-1e63-4250-8041-c18357187a4d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-&#091;3px&#093;\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words dark\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"63\">From Tiger&#8217;s Lair to the Dragon&#8217;s Capital<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747060513096\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>This morning, hike to Taktsang (Tiger&#8217;s Nest) Monastery, Bhutan&#8217;s most famous monastery. It is breathtaking, situated at 3,170 metres (10,400 feet) and perched on the edge of a cliff about 915 metres (3,000 feet) above the Paro Valley. Guru Rinpoche (great spiritual master) is said to have flown on the back of a tigress to meditate in a cave where Taktsang Monastery now stands.<\/p>\n<p>Lunch is served at the Cafeteria Restaurant, located approximately halfway up the mountain. Explore the monastery and, if you wish, take time for a short meditation before hiking back to the valley floor.<\/p>\n<p>This evening, transfer to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. The evening is free time for strolling and shopping in the town.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Thimphu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747060358485\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-92306a541159e88f9\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-92306a541159e88f9 uvc-8879 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-92306a541159e88f9 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 4 (Thimpu)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-92306a541159e88f9 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Treasures of the Dragon Kingdom&#8217;s Capital<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747060596062\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After breakfast, visit the Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), Nunnery temple, National Institute of Traditional Medicine, Textile Museum and Handicraft Emporium.<\/p>\n<p>After a relaxing lunch, visit the Gagyel Lhundrup weaving centre, where you can observe women creating intricate tapestries with their nimble hands. Then proceed to the traditional paper factory, the majestic Tashichhodzong, and the giant Buddha statue overlooking Thimphu, which is reputed to be the largest Buddha Shakyamuni in the world.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Thimphu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747060913696\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-89976a541159e8bc2\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-89976a541159e8bc2 uvc-6323 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-89976a541159e8bc2 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 5 (Thimpu, Punakha)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-89976a541159e8bc2 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Sacred Rivers and Divine Blessings<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747061020545\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After breakfast this morning, enjoy the scenic drive to Punakha with a stop for tea at Dochu La (3,100 metres), where on a clear day you can enjoy spectacular views of the Himalayas. From the pass, drive downhill through forests of rhododendron, fir and hemlock. Arrive at Punakha after traversing rice fields and following the bank of the Punakha River.<\/p>\n<p>En route, stop at Metshina Village and take a 20-minute walk through rice fields to Chimi Lhakhang, a fertility temple dedicated to the Divine Madman or Lama Drukpa Kuenley.<\/p>\n<p>If you wish, receive a blessing from the Lama&#8217;s wooden phallus.<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, visit the Punakha Dzong, which is magnificently situated between the male and female rivers like an anchored ship.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Punakha.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747061103420\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-40046a541159e8e81\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-40046a541159e8e81 uvc-652 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40046a541159e8e81 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 6 (Punakha, Bumthang)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40046a541159e8e81 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Rest Day at the Roof of Bhutan<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747061167400\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After early breakfast, drive to Bumthang, the cultural heartland of the country. The route follows a spectacular winding road, crossing the 3,300-metre-high Pele La pass, where at certain times of the year it&#8217;s possible to see yaks.<\/p>\n<p>Stop in Trongsa for lunch. After lunch, visit Trongsa Dzong, a masterpiece of Bhutanese architecture. Then proceed to Bumthang with its lush valleys and hilly forests. Along the way, stop at a yathra (textile weaving) factory, where textiles are designed with patterns unique to Bumthang, and you can observe weavers at their looms.<\/p>\n<p>Check into your hotel upon arrival. Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Bumthang.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747061251161\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-15126a541159e912f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-15126a541159e912f uvc-4013 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-15126a541159e912f h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 7 (Bumthang)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-15126a541159e912f .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Sacred Footprints of the Valley of Faith<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747061288482\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Today&#8217;s sightseeing in Bumthang includes visits to Jakar Dzong, the administrative centre of the valley; Jambey Lhakhang, one of Bhutan&#8217;s oldest monasteries dating from the introduction of Buddhism in the country; and Kurjey Lhakhang, one of the most sacred places, where Guru Rinpoche left his body imprint on the cave during meditation.<\/p>\n<p>After lunch, tour Tamshing Lhakhang, a treasure house of fascinating religious Buddhist paintings. In the evening, explore the local shops.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at your hotel in Bumthang.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747061318783\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-2246a541159e9406\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-2246a541159e9406 uvc-7 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-2246a541159e9406 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 8 (Bumthang, Mongar)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-2246a541159e9406 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Eastern Crossings: Journey to Mongar<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747061398280\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>Begin your journey to eastern Bhutan, a region distinct from western and central Bhutan in terms of development and lifestyle. The steep terrain offers spectacular views, complete with rushing waterfalls and sheer drops. The day&#8217;s drive is an exhilarating 6 hours, particularly across Thrumshing La (pass), which peaks at 3,750 metres.<\/p>\n<p>Stop for a picnic lunch at the pass while enjoying the magnificent scenery. You can walk certain stretches of road to stretch your muscles while your bus follows behind. Check into your hotel upon arrival in Mongar.<\/p>\n<p>In the evening, explore Mongar town before enjoying a relaxing dinner.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Mongar.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747061555235\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-1506a541159e96cc\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-1506a541159e96cc uvc-8605 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-1506a541159e96cc h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 9 (Mongar, Trashigang)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-1506a541159e96cc .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Sacred Stones of the Eastern Kingdom<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747061626725\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After breakfast, head to Trashigang, passing through several villages. Visit Gom Kora temple, which features a large black rock behind it. Legend says that Guru Rimpoche meditated in a cave within the rock, and you can see impressions of his thumb, hat, and body in the stone. Continue driving to Trashigang. Check into your hotel upon arrival.<\/p>\n<p>In the evening, stroll through Trashigang town to observe the local lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Trashigang.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747061784994\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-42216a541159e99dd\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-42216a541159e99dd uvc-6990 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-42216a541159e99dd h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 10 (Trashigang, Chaling, Donmang Chu)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-42216a541159e99dd .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Ascent to the Herders&#8217; Highlands<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747062021738\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>19 KM \/ 6-7 HOURS \/ 2,000M ASCENT, 230M DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From Trashigang, take a scenic one-and-a-half-hour drive to Chaling, passing through Rangjung town and Radhi village. Your trekking crew and pack animals will be waiting for you here.<\/p>\n<p>The trek begins with a gradual climb towards Shaktimi meadow, where you&#8217;ll see yaks and sheep grazing, with yak herders&#8217; huts dotted along the hillside. Climb further to reach Mendula Pass at 3,354m. From this pass, descend through rhododendron forests until reaching Donmong Chu at 3,124m.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight in camp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747062082641\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-51216a541159e9cb0\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-51216a541159e9cb0 uvc-1893 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-51216a541159e9cb0 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 11 (Donmong Chu, Merak)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-51216a541159e9cb0 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Journey to the Hidden Village of Merak<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747062162274\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>14 KM \/ 4-5 HOURS \/ 396M ASCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The trail from Domong Chu to Merak largely follows the river bends. The final stretch features a gentle ascent before reaching Gangu village. After another 45-minute walk from this village, arrive at Merak, situated at an altitude of 3,520m.<\/p>\n<p>The campsite, located before the village, offers spectacular views of nearby mountains and the village itself. Visit the local village and meet with its inhabitants.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight in camp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747062268278\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-5326a541159e9f7f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-5326a541159e9f7f uvc-6956 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-5326a541159e9f7f h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 12 (Merak, Miksateng)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-5326a541159e9f7f .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Crossing the Heights of Nachungla<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747062388901\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>16 KM \/ 5-6 HOURS \/ 633M ASCENT, 1,074M DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Today marks the most challenging journey of the trek, crossing the highest point at Nachungla pass (4,153m). From the campsite, climb gradually to the first pass at 3,900m, where you can take a final glimpse of Merak valley.<\/p>\n<p>Continue trekking along the tree line of juniper and rhododendron forests before conquering Nachungla pass. Then descend to Miksateng at 3,079m.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight in camp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747062478497\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-64346a541159ea24e\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-64346a541159ea24e uvc-1002 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-64346a541159ea24e h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 13 (Miksateng, Sakten)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-64346a541159ea24e .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Into the Valley of Sakten<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747063620512\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>14 KM \/ 4-5 HOURS \/ 80M ASCENT, 310M DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>First, descend to the river, cross it, and follow the riverbank for a few hours. Then climb gradually to a hill adorned with a small Chorten (Stupa) overlooking the Sakten valley. If fortunate, you may spot red pandas among the trees.<\/p>\n<p>Descend from the ridge and camp on the outskirts of Sakten village at 2,950m.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight in camp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747062694706\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-24786a541159ea53a\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-24786a541159ea53a uvc-3351 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-24786a541159ea53a h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 14 (Sakten)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-24786a541159ea53a .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Among the Brokpa People<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747062715257\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>You will visit Sakten village and explore the lifestyle and unique culture of this ethnic group.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747063757398\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-1806a541159ea82b\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-1806a541159ea82b uvc-8537 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-1806a541159ea82b h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 15 (Sakten, Joenkhar Teng)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-1806a541159ea82b .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Descent to the River Villages<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747062901778\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>17 KM \/ 6-7 HOURS \/ 75M ASCENT, 130M DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Today&#8217;s journey will be longer, so we will start early from camp. Leaving Sakten, begin with a short climb to the small hill at the village&#8217;s western end. Then descend to the river and walk alongside it through broadleaf forests.<\/p>\n<p>Camp in a beautiful meadow near the river by Joenkhar Teng village (1,733m). Joenkhar Teng is situated on the hillside, with a population comprising Brokpa and Sharchopa communities, and features a community school and an outreach clinic.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight in camp.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747063050385\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-63176a541159eaaff\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-63176a541159eaaff uvc-5347 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-63176a541159eaaff h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 16 (Joenkhar Teng, Phongme, Trashigang)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-63176a541159eaaff .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Farewell to the Eastern Trails<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747063187112\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p><strong>12 KM \/ 5-6 HOURS \/ 350M ASCENT, 950M DESCENT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The final day of the trek begins with a short climb through Joenkhar Teng. Cross several suspension bridges and navigate short climbs to reach Phongmay.<\/p>\n<p>Meet your transport and drive to Trashigang. En route, stop at Rangjung to visit Rangjung Monastery, founded by His Eminence Garab Rinpoche.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Trashigang.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747063143806\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-52586a541159eadc9\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-52586a541159eadc9 uvc-4480 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-52586a541159eadc9 h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 17 (Trashigang, Samdrup Jongkhar)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-52586a541159eadc9 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Southward Journey: The Last Bhutanese Town<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747063579134\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After breakfast, drive to Samdrup Jongkhar, en route visiting Sherubtse, the country&#8217;s only premier college. At Khaling, visit the National Institute for the Disabled (School for the Blind) and the Handloom Development Project, where you can observe women weaving textile tapestries and witness traditional Bhutanese dyeing techniques.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the way. Arrive at Samdrup Jongkhar after passing through various villages, landscapes and forests.<\/p>\n<p>Overnight accommodation at a hotel in Samdrup Jongkhar.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747063409046\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#f4f4f4\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1492764938173\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div id=\"ultimate-heading-8326a541159eb08d\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-8326a541159eb08d uvc-8344 accent-subtitle-color\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-8326a541159eb08d h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:36px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:46px;\"}' ><h2 style=\"font-weight:bold;margin-bottom:10px;\">Day 18 (Samdrup Jongkhar, Guwahati)<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-8326a541159eb08d .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"desktop:22px;\",\"line-height\":\"desktop:32px;\"}'  style=\"font-family:&#039;Roboto&#039;;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:10px;\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-16y2uox\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1awozwy r-16lk18l r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-1wbh5a2 r-11niif6 r-13qz1uu\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r r-3pj75a\">\n<div class=\"css-175oi2r\">\n<div class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-a8ghvy r-p1pxzi\" dir=\"ltr\">Gateway to India: The Final Descent<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1747063470628\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_2 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_3 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>After an early breakfast, drive to Guwahati, the capital city of Assam. The journey takes you through tea gardens, clear rivers interspersed with peaceful villages, and small townships of vibrant culture. Our representative will bid you farewell.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 vc_col-has-fill\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner vc_custom_1747033357016\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- Row Backgrounds --><div class=\"upb_color\" data-bg-override=\"ex-full\" data-bg-color=\"#FFFFFF\" data-fadeout=\"\" data-fadeout-percentage=\"30\" data-parallax-content=\"\" data-parallax-content-sense=\"30\" data-row-effect-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-img-parallax-mobile-disable=\"true\" data-rtl=\"false\"  data-custom-vc-row=\"\"  data-vc=\"8.4.1\"  data-is_old_vc=\"\"  data-theme-support=\"\"   data-overlay=\"false\" data-overlay-color=\"\" data-overlay-pattern=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-opacity=\"\" data-overlay-pattern-size=\"\"    ><\/div><div id=\"contact\" class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1747560121569 vc_row-o-equal-height vc_row-flex\"><div 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The visa must be processed through an authorized <strong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"699\">Bhutanese tour operator<\/strong> or a partner agency. Visa approval is granted prior to your arrival and stamped at the airport.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753810842-4bdba85a-0d46\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753810842-4bdba85a-0d46\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Can you guarantee that my Bhutan visa application will be approved?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\">Yes, we guarantee your Bhutan visa application process with a full refund policy!<\/p>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\"><strong>Our Guarantee:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-18jg4ec\" role=\"list\">\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">We handle all visa paperwork professionally<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">High success rate with complete documentation<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">If your visa is denied for any reason, we provide a 100% refund of your payment<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Our team will assist with reapplication if you wish to try again<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\">For the smoothest experience, we recommend:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-18jg4ec\" role=\"list\">\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Applying at least 1 month before travel<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Providing complete and accurate documentation<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Having valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Confirming your travel insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\"><em class=\"chakra-text css-0\">Peace of mind guaranteed &#8211; Book with confidence!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753834475-c6436d4f-0705\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753834475-c6436d4f-0705\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">How far in advance do I need to book my trip to Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\">We recommend booking 2-3 months in advance for the best experience. Here&#8217;s why:<\/p>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\"><strong>Peak Seasons (Book 3-4 months ahead):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-18jg4ec\" role=\"list\">\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Spring (March-May)<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Autumn (September-November)<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Major festivals and events<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\"><strong>Regular Seasons (Book 1-2 months ahead):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-18jg4ec\" role=\"list\">\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Summer (June-August)<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Winter (December-February)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\"><strong>Last-minute bookings possible but:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"css-18jg4ec\" role=\"list\">\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Limited flight and hotel availability<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Higher prices<\/li>\n<li class=\"css-135t40u\">Less flexibility with customisation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"chakra-text css-g4lwwe\">Book early for better rates, preferred accommodation, and smoother visa processing!<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753850138-14f21c22-16fa\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753850138-14f21c22-16fa\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">When is the Best Time to Visit Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"891\">The best seasons to visit Bhutan are:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"1088\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"979\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"979\"><strong data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"919\">Spring (March to May)<\/strong> \u2013 Ideal for hiking, nature lovers, and rhododendron blooms.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1088\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1088\"><strong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1016\">Autumn (September to November)<\/strong> \u2013 Perfect weather and famous <a href=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/bhutan-festivals-2026\/\">Bhutan festivals<\/a> like <strong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1087\">Thimphu Tshechu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1167\"><em data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1167\">Tip: Avoid the monsoon (June\u2013August) if you prefer dry trekking conditions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753863853-428b643a-6dfd\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753863853-428b643a-6dfd\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What Does a Typical Bhutan Itinerary Include?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1277\">A <strong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1261\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bhutanbesttravel.com\/zh\/%e4%b8%8d%e4%b8%b9-7-%e6%97%a5%e6%b8%b8\/\">Bhutan itinerary<\/a><\/strong> usually covers:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1591\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1362\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1362\"><strong data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1288\">Paro<\/strong> \u2013 Hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery (Taktsang), Paro Dzong, National Museum.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1430\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1430\"><strong data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1376\">Thimphu<\/strong> \u2013 Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1502\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1502\"><strong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1444\">Punakha<\/strong> \u2013 Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang, and scenic river valley.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1591\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1591\">Optional: <strong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1560\">Haa Valley, Phobjikha Valley, or Bumthang<\/strong> for cultural depth and nature.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753876271-8f6cbaaa-1425\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753876271-8f6cbaaa-1425\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Is a Tour Guide Required in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Yes. Bhutan has a <strong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1697\">mandatory guided tour policy<\/strong> for international tourists.\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Throughout your stay, you must travel with a\u00a0<strong>licensed Bhutanese guide,<\/strong> which<\/span>\u00a0ensures cultural preservation and enhances your experience.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753898381-25899c63-3a23\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753898381-25899c63-3a23\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">How Difficult is the Hike to Tiger\u2019s Nest Monastery?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2559\" data-end=\"2621\">The <strong data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2592\">Tiger\u2019s Nest hike in Paro<\/strong> is moderately challenging.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2778\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2658\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2624\" data-end=\"2658\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 4 to 6 hours round-trip.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2689\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2689\"><strong>Elevation gain:<\/strong> ~600 meters.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2778\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2778\">You can rent a pony up to the halfway point. <em data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2778\">Wear good hiking shoes and bring water.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1743753920895-95906d05-7f54\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1743753920895-95906d05-7f54\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Is travel insurance mandatory?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>We recommend all travellers to obtain\u00a0their own travel insurance.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630195143-a54eb9b3-466f\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630195143-a54eb9b3-466f\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What is Bhutan's Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong>A Commitment to Sustainable Tourism<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bhutan\u2019s Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is a cornerstone of the country\u2019s visionary<br \/>\n&#8220;High Value, Low Volume&#8221; tourism strategy. This mandatory daily charge ensures that<br \/>\ntourism aligns with Bhutan\u2019s goals of environmental conservation, cultural preservation, and<br \/>\nequitable socio-economic growth for its communities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Standard Fee Structure<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Adults (excluding Indian nationals): $100 per night<\/li>\n<li>Children aged 6\u201312: $50 per night<\/li>\n<li>Children 5 years and under: Exempt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Special Rates and Conditions<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Indian Nationals: Indian Rupees 1,200 per night (requires a special entry permit).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The SDF funds development projects, preserves cultural traditions, enhances<br \/>\nsustainability, upgrades infrastructure, and provides free healthcare and education.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630257350-b3c16530-46b3\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630257350-b3c16530-46b3\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What are the procedures for applying a visa?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>A visa is to be obtained through a foreign or local agent in Bhutan (excluding\u00a0Indians, Bangladeshis and Maldivians).<\/p>\n<p>We require a scanned clear copy of your passports to process visas. Payment is required to be made in full in order to process your visa. Please ensure that your passport\u00a0has\u00a0more than 6 months of validity.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630310308-4033a70a-7bf7\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630310308-4033a70a-7bf7\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Are there any charges for delays in arrivals and departures?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>There is will be no charge for delays in arrival and departure due to weather conditions, flights disruption or road blocks.<\/p>\n<p>However, the guest will have to bear the cost of food, accommodation transportation and other services required.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630358918-8ada26e2-92a8\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630358918-8ada26e2-92a8\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What's Bhutan's currency?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Bhutan\u2019s currency is the Ngultrum (Nu.) that is at par with the Indian rupee. US dollar are also accepted only at certain shops, restaurants and hotels. Generally, credits cards are not accepted, with the exception of hotels.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630397196-e971ef9c-b6c7\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630397196-e971ef9c-b6c7\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Will I have Internet access in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Almost all hotels in Thimphu and Paro have internet access. Mobile (cell) phones are\u00a0also widely used with international roaming facilities.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630419256-6f6bfdf7-1e06\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630419256-6f6bfdf7-1e06\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Am I allowed to take pictures anywhere and everywhere in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Bhutan is an ideal place for photographers, offering immense opportunities for photography, especially our outdoor sightseeing trips.<\/p>\n<p>However, indoor photography is not allowed inside Dzongs, temples, monasteries and religious institutions, unless you have a special permit from the Department of Culture.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, you can capture images of the landscapes, panoramic views of the mountain ranges, the rural folk life, the flora and fauna, the Bhutanese architecture and the Dzongs and Chortens in particular.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630439371-d58615c6-2e9c\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630439371-d58615c6-2e9c\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What's shopping like in Bhutan<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>You may shop for a a variety of goods such as hand-woven textiles that is either in raw silk or silk, carved masks of various animals, woven baskets of cane and bamboo, wooden bowls known as Dapas, handmade paper products or finely crafted gods of silver.<\/p>\n<p>There are also shops that sell beautiful Thangkha paintings and Bhutan\u2019s exquisite postage stamps. There are many handicraft shops in and around Thimphu and Paro.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630489735-e39760b6-e026\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630489735-e39760b6-e026\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Does Bhutan practice tipping?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Tipping is generally only for your guide &amp; driver, hotel porters, and trekking crew, as for the rest, tipping is generally discouraged. For children accompanying you, please do not include them in the tipping formula as\u00a0only adults need to tip.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1- 2 persons travelling:<\/strong>\u00a0US$8 \u2013 10 per person per day for your guide &amp; USD5 \u2013 7 per person per day for your driver<br \/>\n<strong>3 -8 persons travelling:<\/strong>\u00a0USD6 \u2013 8 per person per day for your guide &amp; USD3 \u2013 5 per person per day for your driver<br \/>\n<strong>8-16 persons travelling:<\/strong>\u00a0USD4 \u2013 6 per person per day for your guide &amp; USD3 \u2013 5 per person per day for your driver<\/p>\n<p>For travellers that are staying more than 8 nights, we recommend a slightly lower rate to be paid for your guide and driver tips, at your own discretion.<\/p>\n<p>You will also need to tip your trekking cooks and horsemen (not structured to day hikes). Normally, your trekking guide will be with you throughout your entire journey. Tip your guide &amp; driver at the end of your tour using the formula above.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend the below total tips for the entire cook\/horsemen crew and not per person.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips for 5 trekkers or less:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Short treks 4 nights or less: total USD80 to the cook\/s &amp; total US$50 to the horsemen<br \/>\nLonger treks 5 night plus: total USD150 to the cook\/s &amp; total US$80 to the horsemen<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips for 6 trekkers or more:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Short treks 4 nights or less: total US$150 to the cook\/s &amp; total US$100 to the horsemen<br \/>\nLonger treks 5 nights plus: total USD200 to the cook\/s &amp; total USD150 to the horsemen<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630545916-1f6f9c5b-f74e\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630545916-1f6f9c5b-f74e\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What type of transportation is provided?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Tourists travel in Bhutan with medium-sized buses (20-22 seats), small buses (8-12 seats) or hired cars. Larger coaches are not permitted due to the road\u2019s limited width.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630566791-27795dbf-cc3b\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630566791-27795dbf-cc3b\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What should I expect if I'm trekking in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>With the high altitude, Bhutan is a challenging and rewarding experience for trekkers. It will take you deep into the beautiful and unspoilt nature. It will lead you to evergreen forests populated by various plant and animal species, forming\u00a0a scenic path for you to follow. These treks lead you through villages, farms and religious temples, allowing a chance to witness the rich culture and the life of the rural Bhutanese people.<\/p>\n<p>We have knowledgeable and friendly guides, cooks, porters, assistants and pony handlers at your disposal.<\/p>\n<p>In short, all you need to do is simply enjoy the trek with a camera in hand as you take shots of the breathtaking scenery and mingle with the indigenous people.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, we customise treks to suit each individual of different groups and needs.<\/p>\n<p>Bhutan\u2019s summers are warm with daily temperatures ranging from 20 to 25 degrees celsius, while winters are cold with daily temperatures often falling bellow 15 degrees celsius.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting Bhutan during winter, be sure to pack a few sets of warm clothes and comfortable shoes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630607238-ea4ffd2c-9ff8\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630607238-ea4ffd2c-9ff8\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Will I be accompanied by anyone during the trek?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_accordion_item_14 et_pb_toggle_open\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">\n<p>All trekkers are accompanied by a guide, a cook and usually at least one horseman or yak herder.<\/p>\n<p>They will lead your trekking group. The horseman and cook will usually run ahead during a trekking day.<\/p>\n<p>They will have prepared a packed lunch for hikers and will go on to the night\u2019s resting place to set up camp.<\/p>\n<p>They set up tents, cook dinner and ready the area for arriving trekkers.<\/p>\n<p>When trekkers reach the campsite they are greeted with a hot cup of tea and biscuits in the dining tent. After six hours on the mountains, no drink will ever taste sweeter.<\/p>\n<p>For dinner, the cook will usually prepare a buffet of dishes that are just as delicious as they are welcoming.<\/p>\n<p>In Bhutan, all trekking supplies \u2013 camping equipment, kitchen implements, food \u2013 are all carried by pack animals. Usually, the loads are carried by horses or, in higher regions, yaks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630653588-97a4c758-55ae\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630653588-97a4c758-55ae\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What should I bring with me if I'm going to trek in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>It\u2019s always important to ensure that you\u2019re well-prepared before you head off on your trekking expedition in Bhutan. Here\u2019s a little packing list that will guide you along.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Footwear<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Trekking shoes with socks (camp shoes or thongs)<\/li>\n<li>Clothing<\/li>\n<li>Down or fibre-filled jacket (jumper or piled or waterproof jackets)<\/li>\n<li>Hiking shorts<\/li>\n<li>Umbrella<\/li>\n<li>Hiking pants<\/li>\n<li>T-shirts or blouses<\/li>\n<li>Underwear<\/li>\n<li>Sun hat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Other equipment<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rucksack<\/li>\n<li>Self inflating sleeping mattress (this is optional, \u201cnormal\u201d mats are provided by Bhutanese tour operators)<\/li>\n<li>Sleeping bag<\/li>\n<li>Water bottle<\/li>\n<li>Torch, batteries and bulbs.<\/li>\n<li>Photography\u00a0equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Clothing<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Insulated pants (nylon wind pants)<\/li>\n<li>Nylon windbreaker<\/li>\n<li>Long underwear<\/li>\n<li>Woolen hat<\/li>\n<li>Gloves<\/li>\n<li>Long gaiters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Miscellaneous<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Toilet articles<\/li>\n<li>Cigarette lighter<\/li>\n<li>Small knife<\/li>\n<li>Sun block \/ sun block for lips<\/li>\n<li>Sunglasses<\/li>\n<li>Towel<\/li>\n<li>Laundry soap<\/li>\n<li>Medical and first aid kit<\/li>\n<li>Sewing kit<\/li>\n<li>Bandana<\/li>\n<li>Walking sticks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1744630736099-c23f9f42-0831\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1744630736099-c23f9f42-0831\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What are some of the biggest challenges faced when trekking in Bhutan?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Altitude sickness can be a serious problem at the altitudes hiked to in Bhutan.<\/p>\n<p>If you feel sick, dizzy or have a worsening headache, stop and drink as much water as possible.<\/p>\n<p>If the symptoms persist, go back down the mountain.<\/p>\n<p>Bhutanese guides are trained to look out for altitude sickness and other ailments that can affect trekkers.<\/p>\n<p>They are expert walkers who have been trained as trekking guides and follow routes that have been walked for centuries.<\/p>\n<p>All trekkers are required to strictly follow trekking rules to protect the fragile environment at high altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1745375576029-0d7d5743-2611\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1745375576029-0d7d5743-2611\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">Is Bhutan safe for tourists?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3208\">Yes, Bhutan is one of the <strong data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3205\">safest countries to visit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3294\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3228\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3228\">Low crime rate.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3263\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3263\">Friendly and welcoming locals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3294\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3294\">Clean, peaceful environment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel\" id=\"1745375637035-634e4875-a63c\" data-vc-content=\".vc_tta-panel-body\"><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"vc_tta-panel-title vc_tta-controls-icon-position-left\"><a href=\"#1745375637035-634e4875-a63c\" data-vc-accordion data-vc-container=\".vc_tta-container\"><span class=\"vc_tta-title-text\">What are some Bhutan travel etiquette tips?<\/span><i class=\"vc_tta-controls-icon vc_tta-controls-icon-plus\"><\/i><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div class=\"vc_tta-panel-body\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3443\">Respect local traditions and follow these basic <strong data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3436\">Bhutanese cultural etiquette<\/strong> rules:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3675\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3491\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3491\">Dress modestly when visiting religious sites.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3548\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3548\">Walk clockwise around stupas and religious structures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3549\" data-end=\"3588\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3588\">Remove your shoes before entering temples.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3624\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3624\">Avoid pointing at sacred objects.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3675\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"3627\" data-end=\"3675\">Always ask before photographing monks or locals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>18 Days Bhutan Trekking Tour: Merak and Sakten Trek Discover the untouched eastern frontiers of Bhutan on this extraordinary 18-day Bhutan trekking tour, the Merak-Sakten trek through the remote Tashigang Valley. Journey into the realm of the semi-nomadic Brokpa people, known for their unique culture and distinctive yak-hair hats. 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