expedia
List your propertySupportTrips
Member discount illustration

Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in

Sign in
Learn about Expedia Rewards
Feedback
A sacred mountain pass Dochula at 3150m asl
Guests sharing meals with local family at a farmhouse
Traditional farmhouse in western Bhutan
Hiking through the pristine forests in early March
Taksang Monastery (Tiger's Nest) perched on a rocky cliff in Paro

10-Day In-Depth Cultural Tour in Bhutan with Samtengang Trek

By Bhutan Acorn Tours and Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is S$4,976 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

The journey will take you through the core of four western districts of Bhutan: Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, and Wangdue Phodrang with 4 days of memorable trekking which starts from Punakha and finishes in Wangdue Phodrang.

This trek is short and a pleasant journey through pristine forests and passes some of the remote villages of Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang dotted by historical and religious sites. It is a fairly easy trek as the altitude only ranges between 1100m – 1900m and the climate is warm throughout the hike.

The path takes you through forests of rhododendron and oak, through the villages of Sha and Chungsakha, and across the longest footbridge in Bhutan. While this trek is available throughout the winter the best times to embark on this beautiful journey are from March to June and September to November. The trail is approximately 54km in length.

Activity location

  • Paro
    • Paro, Bhutan, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Paro
    • Paro, Bhutan, Bhutan

Check availability

10-Day In-Depth Cultural Tour in Bhutan with Samtengang Trek in English
  • Activity duration is 10 days10d10d
  • Opening hours: Thu 7:00-18:30
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
S$4,976.24 x 2 AdultsS$9,952.48
Total
Price is S$9,952.48
Until Fri, 24 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll internal taxes for the services listed above
  • What's includedWhat's includedPorters & Ponies
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and light snacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedSleeping bag liner (not sleeping bag)
  • What's includedWhat's includedExperienced English-speaking licensed tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedMedical treatment at a hospital in Bhutan if you sustain injuries while in Bhutan
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll ground transport including return airport transfers
  • What's includedWhat's included3 nights full-service outdoor camping in pristine wilderness
  • What's includedWhat's included6 nights accommodation at a 3-star hotel on a twin sharing basis
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry fee for National Museum and trekking permit
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisa Fee & Processing. You'll receive your e-Visa within 4-5 business days.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTravel insurance is mandatory
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEmergency evacuation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic drinks, laundry services, telephone call charges
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips to Guide and Driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSleeping bag & travel pillow (you need for camping during trekking)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAny other expenses of personal nature
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedUSD20 per horse ride
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll Entry fees except for National Museum

Know before you book

  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 participants are required to run this tour and can be run on a private basis.
  • We highly recommend booking at least a few months before the departure date so that we have enough time to ensure the flights are available. If you already have flight tickets to and from Bhutan, we can take bookings up to a week before the departure date. To process visa, it only takes 4-5 business days.
  • There are only two airlines that connect Bhutan with the outside world and so securing air tickets can be difficult, especially during the months of high season. Currently, Bhutan is connected with these cities - Bagdogra, Bangkok, Delhi, Dhaka, Guwahati, Kathmandu, Kolkata, Singapore. We recommend you book your international flights a few months in advance especially if you plan to visit during the high season months of March to May and September to November. If you need help in arranging flights to/from Bhutan, please let us know much in advance.
  • After you book the tour, kindly send us clear passports copies of all the participants. A biodata page including the machine-readable zone must be seen clearly. Passports should have a minimum of 6 MONTHS validity from the day you depart from Bhutan. You may also want to check the passport requirements by your next destination country after Bhutan. A copy of your e-Visa will be emailed to you once it is approved. It only takes 4-5 business days to get visa approval and it is 100 percent guaranteed as long as we receive clear passport copies of all the participants. The actual visa will be stamped on your passport upon arrival. Send the passport copies to the Local Supplier Email address.
  • Youth 18 years old MUST send us a copy of their valid Student Photo ID Card/Document to keep the discounted price. Without a copy of valid Student Photo ID Card/document, the full adult price will apply. Youth MUST also be accompanied by at least one full-paying adult .

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Paro International Airport & Sightseeing in Paro (2200m)
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Khangkhu Resort of Bhutan Mandala Resort
Paro
  • 4h
National Museum
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 2: Hike to Taktsang Monastery known as Tiger's Nest / Transfer to Thimphu (2334m)
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort or Hotel Amodhara
Paro Taktsang
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket not included
Thimphu
Day 3: Explore Thimphu
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Kuenphen Rabten Resort of Hotel Amodhara
Buddha Dordenma
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
National Institute for Zorig Chusum
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket not included
Centenary Farmers Market
  • 1h 30m
Day 4: Thimphu / Transfer to Punakha Valley (1200m)
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Meri Puensum Resort or Dhumra Farm Resort
Dochula Pass
  • 1h
Chimi Lhakhang Temple
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Punakha Dzong
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Day 5: Trek Begins - Punakha / Camp at Lingmukha (1980m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Lingmukha
Lingmukha Lhakhang
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 6: Lingmukha / Camp at Chungsakha (1550m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Chungsakha
Samtengang Central School
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 7: Chungsakha / Camp at Samtengang (1830m)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Full-service outdoor camping at Samtengang
Samtengang BHU II
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 8: Trek Ends - Samtengang / Chuzomsa / Wangdue Phodrang (1300)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Hotel Lobesa or Hotel Kingaling
Wangdue Phodrang District
  • 4h
Day 9: Wangdue Phodrang / Transfer to Paro (2200m)
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Dinner and overnight at Paro Village View Homestay
Tashigang Gonpa
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Paro Village View Home Stay
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Day 10: Transfer to Paro International Airport for Departure
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Paro International Airport
  • 30m

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESParo
    • Paro, Bhutan, Bhutan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEParo
    • Paro, Bhutan, Bhutan

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Paro your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top experiences in Paro

With so many things to do in Paro, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours and activities in Paro. Families, couples and business travellers can all find the perfect activity in Paro to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.