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Punakha Transformative Tours & Trips

72 Punakha trips. Tours from 39 tour companies. 142 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet: Himalayan High
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Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet: Himalayan High

By Myths and Mountains
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bhaktapur, Chengdu, Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Lhasa, Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • See Phabonkha temple and Drepung Monastery
  • Visit Swayambunath, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath
  • Explore Shigatse Monastery
  • Hike the Kamsum Yuelly temple

Themes

Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative, Religious

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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Cultural Tour driving to Bumthang Valley and then flying back
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Cultural Tour driving to Bumthang Valley and then flying back

By Adventures within Reach
preferred
5/5 Excellent
54 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bumthang Valley, Drugyal Dzong, Punakha, Taktsang Monastery, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Punakha Dzong
  • Phobijekha Valley
  • Bumthang Valley
  • Hike to Taktsang "Tiger's Nest" Monastery
  • Kvichu Monastery

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Just got back from an incredible adventure. Bhutan was more than I could have ever expected. There was an abundance of good travel karma throughout the trip. The guide, Bhim, was great, very accommodating, and personalized the trip in many amazing ways, and though him I got to know the people and the culture close up and personal. The whole thing went off without a hitch. Bhutan was the most amazing place I have ever been."

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Himalayan Kingdoms: Nepal & Bhutan
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Himalayan Kingdoms: Nepal & Bhutan

By Odysseys Unlimited
none
5/5 Excellent
50 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bhaktapur, Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Punakha

Highlights

  • Opportunity to visit two Himalayan countries
  • Discover Kathmandu touring and Kathmandu Valley excursion
  • Visit Buddhist monastery and have Lunch with a Nepalese family in their home
  • Experience Patan’s traditional arts and handcrafts and Hindu shrine at Pashupatinath Temple
  • Enjoy Punakha river rafting trip
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Themes

Cultural, Transformative, Religious

What travelers are saying

"We just finished our Tanzanian Adventure tour to Tanzania and Zanzibar. It was a dream come true trip! On safari, our guide Augustine, was stellar, and our driver, Meshak was wonderful! The lodges on safari were wonderful, food excellent. The Breezes resort on Zanzibar was lovely and the Indian Ocean is sooooo warm! Thank you, Odyssey, for delivering on all counts!"

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Bhutan And The Brahmaputra
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Bhutan And The Brahmaputra

By Pandaw
none
4.6/5 Excellent
9 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Himalayas, Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Visit Khamsum Yulley Namgyel Chorten, a newly built stupa.
  • Visit Wangduephodrang famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings.
  • Explore to the Simtokha Dzong
  • Visit Kaziranga National Park
  • Visit to the distinctive Ta Dzong and Rinpung Dzong

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Singles Travel, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We joined the RV Mekong Pandaw in Kampong Cham for a 3 night cruise to Phnom Penh. I wish we had booked for 7 nights! Amazing staff, gorgeous staterooms, a welcoming and comfortable sun deck and saloon bar. The ship is beautiful and was the perfect place to relax and watch the world go by. Thank you Pandaw for a truly fantastic holiday experience. Your staff are courteous, hard working and lots of fun to be around. Brilliant."

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Kingdom of Bhutan
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Kingdom of Bhutan

By Mercury Holidays
none
4.1/5 Great
10 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Enjoy a full day tour of Thimphu, Bhutan's bustling capital
  • Explore the picturesque Punakha Valley
  • Horseback ride to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery
  • Meet students at the famous 'Painting School'
  • View ancient Buddhist texts in Thimphu
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Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Straight forward to book on-line. Any problems are dealt with on telephone & the staff are very helpful."

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Nepal Bhutan Tour
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Nepal Bhutan Tour

By Evergreen Tours
none
5/5 Excellent
14 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Punakha, Taktsang Monastery, Thimpu, Tiger's Nest Monastery

Highlights

  • Explore ancient cities of Kathmandu
  • Spend 4 nights in Bhutan
  • Visit Tiger Nest in Bhutan
  • Explore Bhutanese Art, Culture and it’s people
  • Enjoy Bhutanese foods
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Bhutan experience was awesome! We had 2 days “home-stay” or B & B in our terms and this was fantastic. The home-stay was located in the proximity of another cliff monastery on a smaller scale to Tigers Nest. The entire experience is making us ache for a return trip to Bhutan only longer to include a trek!"

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14-Day India, Nepal, and Bhutan Tour
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14-Day India, Nepal, and Bhutan Tour

By China Highlights
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Agra, Delhi, Jaipur, Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu

Highlights

  • Visit the great monuments in Delhi to find the trails of the great dynasties in Indian history.
  • Witness the miracle in the history of architecture and the symbol of true love, the Taj Mahal
  • Immerse yourself in the stories of the maharajas in the 'Pink City', Jaipur.
  • Travel back in time to the Middle Ages in the temples and the palaces that are hidden in the Kathmandu Valley.
  • Find the most beautiful monastery in Punakha and experience the inner peace brought by Tibetan Buddhism.
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Nature & Wildlife, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I've just returned from my trip to China, a week ago. I've seen many-many interesting places of Guangdong and Guangxi provinces. But most of all i liked my 2-days trip to Longshen villages with my guide Frank from chinahighlights. The day before our trip has started, in Guilin, Frank met me in hotel and told about our journey. Next 2 days we visited traditional ancient chinese villages (the biggest from them are Ping'an and Dazhai), walking around them, saw the rice-terraces landscape (it was really unbelievable). Also we had a hiking between villages, and stayed at night at ZhongLiu village. I haven't seen any tourists in this village, even chinese tourists. It was fantastic cause we've seen real chinese life of local people, including, for example, planting vegetables, collecting tea). Very quiet, fresh air, natural food. Yes, in this village almost no shops, no souvenirs, but you dont need them. All around you a hundred times better. I advice all, who wants to see real chinese life, visit this place, especially this village, stay at night there. Thanks very much to my guide Frank and chinahighlights for this trip!"

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Bhutan: Druk Path Trek
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Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

By Exodus Travels
premier
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Kathmandu, Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Embark on a short classic trek through the beautiful Bhutanese countryside
  • Gain an insight into the local way of life
  • Visit cultural highlights including Dzong in Paro and the Memorial Chorten in Thimpu
  • Witness Bhutan's colourful, vibrant festivals (on festival departures)
  • Visit the incredible Taktsang Tiger's Nest Monastery

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"Discover Costa Rica is a great itinerary, covering varied habitats around the country and staying 2 nights each at 6 centres. Their birdwatching specials are led by local experts who really know their stuff."

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Wonders of Bhutan
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Wonders of Bhutan

By G Adventures
preferred
4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Gangtey, Himalayas, Paro, Punakha, Taktsang Monastery, Thimphu, Thimpu, Tibet

Highlights

  • Visit one of the most remote countries in the world
  • Enjoy a meeting and lecture with a monk about buddhist culture in bhutan
  • Learn how to cook ema datshi (chili cheese) with a local farm family
  • Hike along peaceful nature trails and thrilling cliffs
  • Experience the pristine and peaceful nature of the "dragon kingdom"

Themes

Cultural, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Bhutan Discovered
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Bhutan Discovered

By Intrepid Travel
premier
4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Paro, Punakha, Thimphu, Thimpu

Highlights

  • Hike to Taktsang, commonly known as the Tiger's Nest, the small monastery clinging to a rocky cliff 900 metres above the valley floor, and soak in its magnificence.
  • Discover the 15th-century fertility temple of Chimi Lhakhang, and visit the magnificent Punakha Dzong, an ancient fortress and religious centre that sits at the confluence of two rivers.
  • Feel the heat of Bhutanese cuisine when you tuck into traditional meals made with red rice, local cheese and lots of tastebud-tingling chillies.
  • Experience Bhutanese hospitality in the Paro Valley when you enjoy a homecooked meal at a rustic farmhouse and opt to take a soak in a traditional hot stone bath.
  • Spend a day exploring Thimphu, from the city to the woodlands, visiting the Cheri Dorji Dhen monastery, National Memorial Chorten, Simply Bhutan and the National Textile Museum.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Bhutan Soft Adventure
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Bhutan Soft Adventure

By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Punakha, Thimpu

Highlights

  • View some of the best dzongs like Paro Dzong and Punakha Dzong
  • Enjoy a hike to see the significant Tango monastery and its surrounding scenery
  • Hike along the Gangtey Nature Trail to admire the alluring Phobjikha Valley
  • Visit the iconic Buddhist temple - Tiger’s Nest by trekking

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Bucket List Bhutan

If seeing Bhutan and hiking in the Himalayan region is on your bucket list, then the Land of the Thunder Dragon tour is for you! This trip was such a good mix, tha...

Tour:  Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Fabulous country, fabulous trip...go!!

We did this trip with some fear and trepidation as we would be trekking at altitude for the first time. We were very keen to visit Bhutan before it modernises and ...

Tour:  Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

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Anonymous

Oct 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

One of the best Exodus trips

Although the price is high, this is a great holiday and worth the cost. The only thing that could have been better was the weather, as we had two days of rain dur...

Tour:  Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

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Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Land of the Thunder Dragon

Bhutan is a country whose culture and environment are still free from the negative influences of the modern world. It's a quiet even serene place, free from pollut...

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Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Travels

Aptly described

Against a background of knowing nothing of Bhutan, I found the trip so educational and broadening of my horizons with regard to the country's culture, customs, hi...

Tour:  Bhutan: Druk Path Trek

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