A Grand Tour of Bhutan
15 days from £3285 per person

Calcutta | Thimpu | Gangtey | Bumthang | Punakha | Paro | Calcutta

For many Bhutan has a pull like few other nations on earth. Tucked away between India and Tibet, this little kingdom remained, until only recently, off limits to visitors, creating a shroud of mystery that has remained to the present day. It is a land of pristine alpine valleys, dotted with ancient monasteries and fluttering prayer flags. This comprehensive itinerary covers the highlights of this breathtaking country. Start your journey with the bustling capital of Thimpu where locals wander the streets in traditional dress juxtaposed against modern building and shops. Continue on winding through ancient cloud forest and rural villages to the dramatic hillside town of Trongsa where we stop for a look at the cliff hanging Dzong. The wetland valley of Gangety, winter home of the rare black-necked crane, follows as the scenery becomes ever more sparsely populated. The most Eastern point of the trip is the small settlement of Bumthang, which lies in an idyllic U-shaped valley with streams running through it and pine forested slopes on both sides. Punakha, which arguably has the most beautiful Dzong is visited as we retrace our steps westwards and end in the pristine alpine valley of Paro, famed for the Tiger’s Nest monastery. Throughout your stay experience gracious hospitality and rural living, and gain an unforgettable insight into this magical kingdom. The final night is spent in a little luxury at the lovely Imperial hotel, Delhi. For those who enjoy light trekking this can easily be included in the itinerary. As ever this holiday is purely a suggested itinerary. It can be booked as is or alternatively used as a starting point for creating your own ideal tailor made trip to Bhutan and India.