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Bus,
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3 Stars Hotels
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2,334 - 2,350 meters
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Paro Airport
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Feb, Mar, Apr & May
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Eco-Tour, Hiking
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All meals during the trek
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English, Hindi, Spanish, French, Chinese
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Easy to Moderate
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2-15
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7
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65
Overview
Experience the best of Bhutan in just three days, from a breathtaking flight into Paro to the cultural treasures of Thimphu and the iconic Tiger’s Nest. Discover Bhutan’s majestic landscapes, ancient monasteries, and unique traditions on this unforgettable Himalayan escape.
Highlights
- Explore Buddha Dordenma, Memorial Chorten, and the magnificent Tashichho Dzong.
- Hike to the legendary Taktsang Monastery, perched dramatically on a mountainside.
- Discover ancient temples, historic dzongs, and the serene beauty of Paro Valley.
Itinerary
Experience the thrill of flying to Paro, Bhutan, with Druk Air or Bhutan Air! On a clear day, you’ll have a stunning view of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (for those flying from Delhi or Kathmandu, be sure to sit on the left side of the flight!). The approach to Bhutan is especially breathtaking, as you descend through the foothills and make a few sharp turns to land at the tiny airstrip. Once you arrive, you’ll be greeted by your Bhutan Travel Services guide, and driven to Thimphu.
Depending on your flight time, visit Buddha Point (Kuenselphodrang) to admire the magnificent Buddha statue and panoramic views of Thimphu Valley. Explore the Memorial Chorten, built in honour of Bhutan’s third King, and the majestic Tashichho Dzong, a historic fortress and seat of Bhutan’s government and monastic body. After sightseeing, relax and explore the city. Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
Start your morning off with a scenic drive from Thimphu to Paro Valley, where you’ll find the iconic Taktsang Monastery, also known as “Tiger’s Nest”. Believed to be the site where Guru Rimpoche or Guru Padmasambhava flew on the back of a tigress from Tibet and meditated in the cave for three months, the monastery is perched on a rock overlooking a
9678-foot sheer drop. Though the main building was destroyed by a fire in 1998, the hike up to the monastery’s viewpoint is an exhilarating experience, taking about two and a half hours of average walking (five hours’ round trip). If you’d prefer not to hike, you can opt to ride a horse for an extra US$25 per person.After your journey to the top, visit Kichu Lhakhang, RingpungZong, and the National Museum to get a glimpse of how the locals live.Overnight at the HOTEL in Paro
Departure Transfer to Paro Airport and fly to your onward destination.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don’t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu, some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
