{"id":12,"date":"2025-08-24T12:20:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-24T12:20:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/bhutanrest\/?page_id=12"},"modified":"2025-09-09T12:01:01","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T12:01:01","slug":"travel-packages","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/restfulbhutan.com\/?page_id=12","title":{"rendered":"Travel Packages"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"12\" class=\"elementor elementor-12\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2abdeb4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2abdeb4\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c02052e elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c02052e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- ...existing code... -->\r\n<section class=\"festival-btn-section\">\r\n  <a href=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tentative_Festival_Dates_2025.pdf\"><button class=\"festival-btn\">View Festival Dates 2025<\/button><\/a>\r\n  <a href=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Tentative_Festival_Dates_20267.pdf\"><button class=\"festival-btn\">View Festival Dates 2026<\/button><\/a>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<style>\r\n.festival-btn-section {\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n  margin: 48px 0;\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\r\n  justify-content: center;\r\n  gap: 16px;\r\n}\r\n.festival-btn-section a {\r\n  display: inline-block;\r\n}\r\n.festival-btn {\r\n  background: #1a2b6c;\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n  border: none;\r\n  border-radius: 7px;\r\n  padding: 14px 36px;\r\n  font-size: 1.13rem;\r\n  font-weight: 600;\r\n  cursor: pointer;\r\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(44,82,130,0.10);\r\n  transition: background 0.2s;\r\n  margin: 0;\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  max-width: 260px;\r\n}\r\n.festival-btn:hover, .festival-btn:focus {\r\n  background: #132050;\r\n}\r\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\r\n  .festival-btn-section {\r\n    flex-direction: column;\r\n    gap: 18px;\r\n    margin: 32px 0;\r\n  }\r\n  .festival-btn {\r\n    font-size: 1rem;\r\n    padding: 12px 0;\r\n    max-width: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<!-- ...existing code... -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35109d9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"35109d9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c3c1a77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c3c1a77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bhutan-trekking-tours\">\r\n  <div class=\"bhutan-tours-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-intro\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"bhutan-tours-title\">Bhutan Cultural Tours<\/h2>\r\n      <p class=\"bhutan-tours-description\">\r\n        Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of Bhutan. Visit ancient monasteries, experience vibrant festivals, and explore the local lifestyle in picturesque valleys and towns.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-grid\">\r\n      <!-- Cultural Tour Card 1 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bhutan-Cultural-Tour.jpg\" alt=\"Thimphu Tsechu Festival\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bhutan Cultural Tour <\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Witness colorful mask dances and traditional performances at the  Tsechu. Engage with local traditions and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of this iconic festival.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=200 \"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Cultural Tour Card 2 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/bhutanrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Cultural-Safari.jpg\" alt=\"Paro Dzong\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Cultural Safari <\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Explore historic dzongs and monasteries in Bhutan. Discover Bhutanese architecture, ancient murals, and the spiritual practices of local monks.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=230\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Cultural Tour Card 3 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Punakha-Drubchen.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Punakha Drubchen<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Experience the spiritual heart of Bhutan in Punakha . Visit sacred temples, meet local artisans, and enjoy breathtaking mask dances.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=244\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      \r\n      <!------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/culture-Homestay-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Cultural Connection and home stay<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Live with Bhutanese families, experience daily life, share meals, and learn local traditions. A deeply personal journey into Bhutan\u2019s culture, community, and rural lifestyle.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=537\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      \r\n      <!------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bhutan.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Buddhism Cultural Holiday<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n         Explore sacred temples, ancient monasteries, and spiritual rituals. Perfect for those seeking insight into Bhutan\u2019s Buddhist traditions and serene spiritual atmosphere.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".?page_id=544\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n    <!--------------->\r\n    <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Spiritual Adventure in Bhutan<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n   Combine gentle trekking with visits to sacred sites and meditation spots. A journey for soul-seekers wanting spiritual depth and peaceful Himalayan scenery.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=543\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      \r\n      <!------------------------------->\r\n      \r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/bhutanrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gasa1.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Gasa Hot Spring & Culture Tour<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n       Soak in Gasa\u2019s healing hot springs and explore remote cultural sites. A relaxing and enriching mix of wellness, tradition, and scenic beauty.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=542\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      <!------------------------>\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/west.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Culture Tours Western Bhutan Holidays<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n        Discover western Bhutan\u2019s highlights\u2014Paro, Thimphu, Punakha. Visit historic dzongs, temples, and villages while experiencing the region\u2019s vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=541 \"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      \r\n      \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<style> .bhutan-trekking-tours { font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif; background: #f9fafc; padding: 60px 20px; color: #1a2b3c; } .bhutan-tours-container { max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; } .bhutan-tours-intro { text-align: center; margin-bottom: 50px; max-width: 800px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; } .bhutan-tours-title { font-size: 2.2rem; margin-bottom: 15px; color: #1a3b6b; font-weight: 700; } .bhutan-tours-description { font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.6; color: #4a5568; } .bhutan-tours-grid { display: grid; gap: 30px; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr)); } .bhutan-tour-card { background: white; border-radius: 12px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 5px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.05); text-align: center; transition: transform 0.3s ease, box-shadow 0.3s ease; } .bhutan-tour-card:hover { transform: translateY(-5px); box-shadow: 0 10px 25px rgba(0,0,0,0.1); } .bhutan-tour-image { width: 100%; height: 200px; object-fit: cover; } .bhutan-tour-name { font-size: 1.3rem; margin: 20px 0 10px; color: #2d3748; } .bhutan-tour-desc { font-size: 1rem; color: #4a5568; margin: 0 20px 15px 20px; } .bhutan-tour-button { margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 10px 20px; background: #2b6cb0; color: white; border: none; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: 600; cursor: pointer; transition: background 0.2s ease; } .bhutan-tour-button:hover { background: #2c5282; } @media (max-width: 768px) { .bhutan-tours-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } } <\/style>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f7dccf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1f7dccf\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b08cded elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b08cded\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bhutan-trekking-tours\">\r\n  <div class=\"bhutan-tours-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-intro\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"bhutan-tours-title\">Bhutan Trekking Adventures<\/h2>\r\n      <p class=\"bhutan-tours-description\">\r\n        Embark on breathtaking treks across Bhutan\u2019s pristine landscapes. Discover ancient trails, high mountain passes, and remote villages while experiencing the natural beauty and culture of the Himalayas.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-grid\">\r\n      <!-- Trekking Tour Card 1 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Druk-Path-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"Druk Path Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Druk Path Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Traverse the classic route between Paro and Thimphu, passing through alpine lakes, rhododendron forests, and ancient monasteries. Ideal for first-time trekkers in Bhutan.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n       <a href=\".\/?page_id=279\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Trekking Tour Card 2 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Jomolhari-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"Jomolhari Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Jomolhari Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Hike to the base of Mount Jomolhari, Bhutan\u2019s sacred peak. Enjoy dramatic mountain scenery, yak herder camps, and encounters with Himalayan wildlife.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n       <a href=\".\/?page_id=287\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Trekking Tour Card 3 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bumthang-Owl-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Owl Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bumthang Owl Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Explore the spiritual heartland of Bhutan on this short trek. Walk through ancient forests, visit remote monasteries, and enjoy panoramic valley views.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=295\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      <!-------------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bumtang1.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Owl Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bumthang Cultural Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Trek through Bhutan\u2019s spiritual heartland, visiting ancient temples, monasteries, and traditional villages. This easy-to-moderate trek offers deep cultural immersion and beautiful valley scenery.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=574 \"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      <!----------------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/cold.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Owl Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Punakha winter Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n    A low-altitude trek ideal for winter months, passing through pine forests, villages, and rice fields. Enjoy mild weather and views of the Punakha Valley.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=573\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      <!------------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/gaytay.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Owl Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Gangtey Nature Trail<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n     A short, scenic walk through Phobjikha Valley, known for its stunning landscapes and black-necked cranes. Ideal for nature lovers and casual hikers.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=572\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      <!--------------------------->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/bumdra.jpg\" alt=\"Bumthang Owl Trek\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bumdra Trek<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n        A short but rewarding trek above Paro, with panoramic mountain views and a night in a cliffside camp near Bumdra Monastery. Ends at Tiger\u2019s Nest.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=571\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n      \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<style>\r\n    .bhutan-trekking-tours {\r\n  font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif;\r\n  background: #f9fafc;\r\n  padding: 60px 20px;\r\n  color: #1a2b3c;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tours-container {\r\n  max-width: 1200px;\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tours-intro {\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n  margin-bottom: 50px;\r\n  max-width: 800px;\r\n  margin-left: auto;\r\n  margin-right: auto;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tours-title {\r\n  font-size: 2.2rem;\r\n  margin-bottom: 15px;\r\n  color: #1a3b6b;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tours-description {\r\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\r\n  line-height: 1.6;\r\n  color: #4a5568;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tours-grid {\r\n  display: grid;\r\n  gap: 30px;\r\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr));\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-card {\r\n  background: white;\r\n  border-radius: 12px;\r\n  overflow: hidden;\r\n  box-shadow: 0 5px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n  transition: transform 0.3s ease, box-shadow 0.3s ease;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-card:hover {\r\n  transform: translateY(-5px);\r\n  box-shadow: 0 10px 25px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-image {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: 200px;\r\n  object-fit: cover;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-name {\r\n  font-size: 1.3rem;\r\n  margin: 20px 0 10px;\r\n  color: #2d3748;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-desc {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n  color: #4a5568;\r\n  margin: 0 20px 15px 20px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-button {\r\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\r\n  padding: 10px 20px;\r\n  background: #2b6cb0;\r\n  color: white;\r\n  border: none;\r\n  border-radius: 6px;\r\n  font-weight: 600;\r\n  cursor: pointer;\r\n  transition: background 0.2s ease;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.bhutan-tour-button:hover {\r\n  background: #2c5282;\r\n}\r\n\r\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\r\n  .bhutan-tours-grid {\r\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n\r\n    <\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47aa5f1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"47aa5f1\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a6e297d elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"a6e297d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"bhutan-trekking-tours\">\r\n  <div class=\"bhutan-tours-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-intro\">\r\n      <h2 class=\"bhutan-tours-title\">Bhutan Nature Tours<\/h2>\r\n      <p class=\"bhutan-tours-description\">\r\n        Explore Bhutan\u2019s breathtaking natural landscapes. From serene valleys and dense forests to sparkling rivers and majestic mountains, immerse yourself in the tranquility and beauty of the Dragon Kingdom.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"bhutan-tours-grid\">\r\n      <!-- Nature Tour Card 1 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Phobjikha-Valley-Nature-Walk.jpg\" alt=\"Phobjikha Valley\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Phobjikha Valley Nature Walk<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Discover the stunning Phobjikha Valley, home to rare black-necked cranes. Enjoy peaceful walks through pristine landscapes and lush wetlands.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n       <a href=\".\/?page_id=303\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Nature Tour Card 2 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Punakha-River-Scenic-Trails.jpg\" alt=\"Punakha River\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Punakha River & Scenic Trails<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n          Trek along the Punakha River, explore terraced fields, and enjoy the serene beauty of Bhutanese countryside surrounded by towering mountains.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <a href=\".\/?page_id=314\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n\r\n      <!-- Nature Tour Card 3 -->\r\n      <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Matsutake-Mushroom.jpg\" alt=\"Dochula Pass\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n        <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Matsutake Mushroom<\/h3>\r\n        <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n     Place: Bumthang\r\n\r\nDescription: Celebrate the matsutake mushroom harvest with foraging, traditional dishes, and local cultural performances in scenic Bumthang.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n         <a href=\".\/?page_id=322\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n      <\/article>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<style> .bhutan-trekking-tours { font-family: 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif; 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Choose your perfect Bhutan tour below.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"bhutan-tours-grid\">\r\n        <!-- Tour Card 1: Across Southern to Western Bhutan -->\r\n        <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/acress.jpg\" alt=\"Spiritual Adventure Bhutan\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n          <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Across Southern Bhutan to Western Bhutan<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n            Journey from Bhutan\u2019s subtropical south to the cultural west, exploring diverse landscapes, vibrant towns, and unique heritage. A perfect blend of nature, culture, and local life.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=620\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\" >View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <!-- Tour Card 2: Bhutan Couple Tour -->\r\n        <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/coiupl.jpg\" alt=\"Bhutan Festival Tour\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n          <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bhutan Couple Tour<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n            A romantic getaway designed for couples, combining cultural experiences, scenic landscapes, and private moments in serene settings. Ideal for meaningful travel together.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n         <a href=\".\/?page_id=619\"> <button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\" >View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <!-- Tour Card 3: Bhutan Honeymoon Itinerary -->\r\n        <article class=\"bhutan-tour-card\">\r\n          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\".\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/hotel.jpg\" alt=\"Bhutan Honeymoon\" class=\"bhutan-tour-image\" \/>\r\n          <h3 class=\"bhutan-tour-name\">Bhutan Honeymoon Itinerary<\/h3>\r\n          <p class=\"bhutan-tour-desc\">\r\n            Celebrate love in the Land of Happiness with cozy stays, mountain views, and intimate cultural experiences. A perfect mix of romance, relaxation, and adventure.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <a href=\".\/?page_id=618\"><button class=\"bhutan-tour-button\">View More<\/button><\/a>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65778ba e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"65778ba\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d0c6f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"2d0c6f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html lang=\"en\">\r\n<head>\r\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\r\n<title>Bhutan Exclusive Tour Packages<\/title>\r\n<style>\r\n    body {\r\n        font-family: 'Segoe UI', Arial, sans-serif;\r\n        background: #f8f9fa;\r\n        margin: 0;\r\n        padding: 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}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.4.0\/css\/all.min.css\">\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n<!-- Redesigned Itinerary Sections -->\r\n<!-- Itinerary 1 -->\r\n\r\n   \r\n\r\n\r\n<!-- Itinerary 2 -->\r\n<div class=\"tour-info-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i>Bhutan Spiritual & Heritage Tour<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n            See, with your own eyes, a country and people steeped in ancient values. Discover what makes this tiny Kingdom the champion of peace and conservation. Find out why this forgotten realm in the eastern Himalayas is a torch-bearer for spiritual well-being and happiness for the rest of the world.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-utensils\"><\/i>Highlights<\/div>\r\n        <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Discover some of the most sacred Buddhist monasteries and temples in the Himalaya.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Marvel at the elaborate and ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forests.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Incorporate a Value-Added Option such as a cooking lesson or meditation session with a monk.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"tour-card\" style=\"max-width:900px;margin:32px auto;\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-route\"><\/i>Itinerary<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"itinerary-steps\">\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-arrival\"><\/i>Day 01: Arrive at Paro International Airport and Drive to Thimphu<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                During this flight one will enjoy the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan Mountains including the sacred Mt. Jhomolhari & Mt. Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro Airport a representative of Restfulbhutan will receive you and drive to Thimphu.<br>\r\n                <b>After lunch visit:<\/b><br>\r\n                Buddha Point\/ Kuensel Phodrang \u2013 Is the largest Buddha statue in the country, from there you can get a good view of the Thimphu valley.<br>\r\n                Tashichho Dzong\u2013 The \u201cfortress of the glorious religion\u201d was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. Tashichho Dzong houses some ministries, His Majesty\u2019s secretariat, and the central monk body.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-city\"><\/i>Day 02. Thimphu - Sightseeing<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                Motithang Takin Preserve\u2013 Houses the rare national animal of Bhutan.<br>\r\n                Traditional Medicine Institute\u2013 In Bhutan, equal emphasis is given to both allopathic and traditional medicines.<br>\r\n                National Institute for Zorig Chusum\u2013 The school of Arts and crafts is an institute where student undertake a six-year course on the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan<br>\r\n                Simply Bhutan \u2013 Is an integrative living museum that gives a quick introduction to various aspects of traditional life in Bhutan.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 03. Thimphu - Phobjikha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive to Phobjikha \u2013 approximately 6-hours drive through picturesque valleys and mountain slopes dotted with typical Bhutanese villages. From the Dochula pass, at over 10,000ft, vast panoramic views of the high snowcapped peaks of the Bhutanese Himalaya can be enjoyed on a clear day. Continue drive down into the Phobjikha valley and visit Gantey Goenpa as it is a major attraction with an old monastery date back to the 16 century. Later walk around the valley, which is also the winter home to the rare black-necked cranes.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 04. Phobjikha \u2013 Punakha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast drive to Punakha. On the way visit Chhimi Lhakhang \u2013 This was founded in 15 Century by Lama Dukpa Kinley also known as divine mad man. It is half hour walk across a local village and rice field. After lunch visit Punakha Dzong \u2013 built in 1637 by Zhabdrung. It is one of the most beautiful Dzong in the country. Later walk around Punakha and Khuruthang town.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 05. Excursion to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten in Punakha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                The idyllic Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten is built on a ridge in the northern countryside of Punakha valley. It takes 30 minute drive to reach the countryside from Punakha town and the journey continues for another 45 minutes on foot. Hikers will start the hike through the paddy fields. The way the terraces are built fed by the irrigation channel, hiking during the plantation or the harvesting season offers a scenic view of the countryside. At the base of the hill, the real trail begins through the pine forests. Upon arrival hikers can enjoy the spectacular view of the valley below.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 06. Punakha - Paro<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast drive to Paro. Driving time approximately 4 hours.<br>\r\n                Visit:<br>\r\n                Ta Dzong \u2013Former Watch Tower which now houses the National Museum<br>\r\n                Rinpung Dzong\u2013 Which houses the monastic school and the office of the civil administration and walk down passing close by crossing the Bhutanese typical wooden roofed bridge to Paro town.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 07. Paro - Excursion to Taktsang (Tiger nest)<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive for half an hour and start the hike, which is about 5 hours (round trip.) The trail is along an ancient path marked by river-powered prayer wheels. As you reach Taktsang you will be struck by the architectural wonder of this most pious Buddhist shrine in Bhutan. Perched some 1000m, 3000ft on a cliff overlooking the valley; it would justifiably qualify as one of Bhutan\u2019s wonders. Tragically wrecked in a fire early in 1998.  It has been rebuilt to its original glory. It is said that the legendary Indian saint, Guru Padma Sambhava, flew from Tibet on the back of a tigress to tame five demons, who were opposing the spread of Buddhism in Bhutan in 746 A.D. Hence the name, Taktsang, or the \u201cTiger\u2019s Lair.\u201d Descend back to Ramthangka.<br>\r\n                If time permits, drive further north to visit another symbolic structure, which is now under reconstruction. Drugyel Dzong, or \u201cCastle of the Victorious Drukpa,\u201d which was also built by the Shabdrung to commemorate Bhutan\u2019s victory over the Tibetans in the 16th centuries. From here, the Jomolhari Peak (\u201cMountain of the Goddess\u201d) can be seen on a clear day (Alt. 7,329m\/24,029ft.).<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-departure\"><\/i>Day 08: Paro - Departure<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive to Paro international airport for your onward flight. The representative of Restfulbhutan will see off and bid farewell.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<!-- Itinerary 3 -->\r\n<div class=\"tour-info-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i>Bhutan Classic Culture & Nature Tour<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n            See, with your own eyes, a country and people steeped in ancient values. Discover what makes this tiny Kingdom the champion of peace and conservation. Find out why this forgotten realm in the eastern Himalayas is a torch-bearer for spiritual well-being and happiness for the rest of the world.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-utensils\"><\/i>Highlights<\/div>\r\n        <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Discover some of the most sacred Buddhist monasteries and temples in the Himalaya.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Visit many cultural attractions including medieval fortresses (Dzongs), markets and museums.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Hike up to the famous Taktsang Monastery, perched on a cliff 900m above the valley floor.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Marvel at the elaborate and ancient wall paintings and carvings in Dzongs and temples.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Traverse beautiful landscapes from lush valleys to dense forests.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Incorporate a Value-Added Option such as a cooking lesson or meditation session with a monk.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"tour-card\" style=\"max-width:900px;margin:32px auto;\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-route\"><\/i>Itinerary<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"itinerary-steps\">\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-arrival\"><\/i>Day 01: Arrive at Paro International Airport and Drive to Thimphu<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                During this flight one will enjoy the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan Mountains including the sacred Mt. Jhomolhari & Mt. Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro Airport a representative of Restfulbhutan  will receive you and drive to Thimphu.<br>\r\n                <b>After lunch visit:<\/b><br>\r\n                Buddha Point\/ Kuensel Phodrang \u2013 Is the largest Buddha statue in the country, from there you can get a good view of the Thimphu valley.<br>\r\n                Tashichho Dzong\u2013 The \u201cfortress of the glorious religion\u201d was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. Tashichho Dzong houses some ministries, His Majesty\u2019s secretariat, and the central monk body.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-city\"><\/i>Day 02. Thimphu - Sightseeing<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                Motithang Takin Preserve\u2013 Houses the rare national animal of Bhutan.<br>\r\n                Traditional Medicine Institute\u2013 In Bhutan, equal emphasis is given to both allopathic and traditional medicines.<br>\r\n                National Institute for Zorig Chusum\u2013 The school of Arts and crafts is an institute where student undertake a six-year course on the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan<br>\r\n                Simply Bhutan \u2013 Is an integrative living museum that gives a quick introduction to various aspects of traditional life in Bhutan.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 03. Thimphu - Phobjikha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive to Phobjikha \u2013 approximately 6-hours drive through picturesque valleys and mountain slopes dotted with typical Bhutanese villages. From the Dochula pass, at over 10,000ft, vast panoramic views of the high snowcapped peaks of the Bhutanese Himalaya can be enjoyed on a clear day. Continue drive down into the Phobjikha valley and visit Gantey Goenpa as it is a major attraction with an old monastery date back to the 16 century. Later walk around the valley, which is also the winter home to the rare black-necked cranes.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 04. Phobjikha \u2013 Punakha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast drive to Punakha. On the way visit Chhimi Lhakhang \u2013 This was founded in 15 Century by Lama Dukpa Kinley also known as divine mad man. It is half hour walk across a local village and rice field. After lunch visit Punakha Dzong \u2013 built in 1637 by Zhabdrung. It is one of the most beautiful Dzong in the country. Later walk around Punakha and Khuruthang town.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 05. Excursion to Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten in Punakha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                The idyllic Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten is built on a ridge in the northern countryside of Punakha valley. It takes 30 minute drive to reach the countryside from Punakha town and the journey continues for another 45 minutes on foot. Hikers will start the hike through the paddy fields. The way the terraces are built fed by the irrigation channel, hiking during the plantation or the harvesting season offers a scenic view of the countryside. At the base of the hill, the real trail begins through the pine forests. Upon arrival hikers can enjoy the spectacular view of the valley below.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 06. Punakha - Paro<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast drive to Paro. Driving time approximately 4 hours.<br>\r\n                Visit:<br>\r\n                Ta Dzong \u2013Former Watch Tower which now houses the National Museum<br>\r\n                Rinpung Dzong\u2013 Which houses the monastic school and the office of the civil administration and walk down passing close by crossing the Bhutanese typical wooden roofed bridge to Paro town.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 07. Paro - Excursion to Taktsang (Tiger nest)<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive for half an hour and start the hike, which is about 5 hours (round trip.) The trail is along an ancient path marked by river-powered prayer wheels. As you reach Taktsang you will be struck by the architectural wonder of this most pious Buddhist shrine in Bhutan. Perched some 1000m, 3000ft on a cliff overlooking the valley; it would justifiably qualify as one of Bhutan\u2019s wonders. Tragically wrecked in a fire early in 1998.  It has been rebuilt to its original glory. It is said that the legendary Indian saint, Guru Padma Sambhava, flew from Tibet on the back of a tigress to tame five demons, who were opposing the spread of Buddhism in Bhutan in 746 A.D. Hence the name, Taktsang, or the \u201cTiger\u2019s Lair.\u201d Descend back to Ramthangka.<br>\r\n                If time permits, drive further north to visit another symbolic structure, which is now under reconstruction. Drugyel Dzong, or \u201cCastle of the Victorious Drukpa,\u201d which was also built by the Shabdrung to commemorate Bhutan\u2019s victory over the Tibetans in the 16th centuries. From here, the Jomolhari Peak (\u201cMountain of the Goddess\u201d) can be seen on a clear day (Alt. 7,329m\/24,029ft.).<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-departure\"><\/i>Day 08: Paro - Departure<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive to Paro international airport for your onward flight. The representative of Restfulbhutan will see off and bid farewell.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<!-- Itinerary 4 -->\r\n<div class=\"tour-info-container\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-mountain\"><\/i>Bhutan Timeless Food & Heritage Tour<\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n            Step into a realm frozen in time. Walk into the corridors of medieval fortresses and feel the pulse of yesteryears. Find out why harmonious living with nature matters, why age-old values are indeed timeless, and why material wealth is not a measure of one\u2019s happiness and well-being.\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-utensils\"><\/i>Highlights<\/div>\r\n        <ul class=\"tour-list\">\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Tasting and enjoying whole different varieties of Bhutanese food.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Learn to cook more than 15 different authentic dishes of Bhutan.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Exploring food culture and different ingredients and vegetables.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Learn how to make butter and cottage cheese and their delicacies.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Learn to make Bhutanese salads and of different types.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Learn to make momos\/dumpling and different noodles.<\/li>\r\n            <li><i class=\"fas fa-check-circle\"><\/i>Visiting famous monastery, culture sites, villages and many more.<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"tour-card\" style=\"max-width:900px;margin:32px auto;\">\r\n    <div class=\"tour-card-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-route\"><\/i>Itinerary<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"itinerary-steps\">\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-plane-arrival\"><\/i>Day 01: Arrive at Paro International Airport and Drive to Thimphu<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                During this flight one will enjoy the view of Mt. Everest, Mt. Kanchenjunga and other Himalayan Mountains including the sacred Mt. Jhomolhari & Mt. Jichu Drake in Bhutan. On arrival at Paro Airport a representative of Bhutan Soul Tour and Travel will receive you and drive to Thimphu.<br>\r\n                <b>After lunch visit:<\/b><br>\r\n                Buddha Point\/ Kuensel Phodrang \u2013 Is the largest Buddha statue in the country, from there you can get a good view of the Thimphu valley.<br>\r\n                Tashichho Dzong\u2013 The \u201cfortress of the glorious religion\u201d was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. Tashichho Dzong houses some ministries, His Majesty\u2019s secretariat, and the central monk body.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-city\"><\/i>Day 02. Thimphu - Sightseeing<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                Motithang Takin Preserve\u2013 Houses the rare national animal of Bhutan.<br>\r\n                Traditional Medicine Institute\u2013 In Bhutan, equal emphasis is given to both allopathic and traditional medicines.<br>\r\n                National Institute for Zorig Chusum\u2013 The school of Arts and crafts is an institute where student undertake a six-year course on the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan<br>\r\n                Simply Bhutan \u2013 Is an integrative living museum that gives a quick introduction to various aspects of traditional life in Bhutan.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 03. Thimphu \u2013 Punakha<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive to Punakha \u2013 an approximately 3-hour drive through picturesque valleys and mountain slopes dotted with typical Bhutanese villages. From the Dochula pass, at over 10,000ft, vast panoramic views of the high snowcapped peaks of the Bhutanese Himalaya can be enjoyed on a clear day. Continue driving down into the Punakha valley. On the way visit Chhimi Lhakhang \u2013 This was founded in the 15 Century by Lama Dukpa Kinley also known as the divine madman. It is a half-hour walk across a local village and rice field. After lunch visit Punakha Dzong \u2013 built in 1637 by Zhabdrung.  Overnight at hotel.\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-car-side\"><\/i>Day 04. Punakha - Paro<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast drive to Paro. Driving time approximately 4 hours.<br>\r\n                Visit:<br>\r\n                Ta Dzong \u2013Former Watch Tower which now houses the National Museum<br>\r\n                Rinpung Dzong\u2013 Which houses the monastic school and the office of the civil administration and walk down passing close by crossing the Bhutanese typical wooden roofed bridge to Paro town.<br>\r\n                <i>Overnight at hotel.<\/i>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"itinerary-step\">\r\n            <div class=\"itinerary-step-title\"><i class=\"fas fa-hiking\"><\/i>Day 05. Paro - Excursion to Taktsang (Tiger nest)<\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"tour-card-content\">\r\n                After breakfast, drive for half an hour and start the hike, which is about 5 hours (round trip.) The trail is along an ancient path marked by river-powered prayer wheels. As you reach Taktsang you will be struck by the architectural wonder of this most pious Buddhist shrine in Bhutan. Perched some 1000m, 3000ft on a cliff overlooking the valley; it would justifiably qualify as one of Bhutan\u2019s wonders. Tragically wrecked in a fire early in 1998.  It has been rebuilt to its original glory. It is said that the legendary Indian saint, Guru Padma Sambhava, flew from Tibet on the back of a tigress to tame five demons, who were opposing the spread of Buddhism in Bhutan in 746 A.D. Hence the name, Taktsang, or the \u201cTiger\u2019s Lair.\u201d Descend back to Ramthangka.<br>\r\n                If time permits, drive further north to visit another symbolic structure, which is now under reconstruction. Drugyel Dzong, or \u201c\u201dCastle of the Victorious Drukpa,\u201d which was also built by the Shabdrung to commemorate Bhutan\u2019s victory over the Tibetans in the 16thcenturies. 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