Highlights of Bhutan + the Black Necked Crane Festival

Paro, Bhutan

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Yugen Earthside
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14 reviews
Nov 5 - 14, 2024
Group size: 1 - 12
Highlights of Bhutan + the Black Necked Crane Festival
Paro, Bhutan

Yugen Earthside
  • Email address verified
14 reviews

Nov 5 - 14, 2024
Group size: 1 - 12

About this trip

This is the secure payment page for the 10-day/9-night Highlights of Bhutan tour including attendance at the Black Necked Crane Festival!


This trip has been custom-designed for Debi Scacco & Kim Lyman, and it is a Small-Group trip that can accommodate up to 10 additional travelers. Accommodations are 4* (included).

Itinerary Summary

Nov 4: Arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal OR Delhi, India (additional cost)

Nov 5: Arrival in Paro, Bhutan (additional cost); drive to Thimphu

Nov 6: Thimphu Sightseeing

Nov 7: Thimphu Hike

Nov 8: Thimphu to Punakha

Nov 9: Punkaha to Gangtey

Nov 10: Black Necked Crane Info Center and Phobjikha Valley Exploration

Nov 11: Experience the Magnificent Black Necked Crane Festival

Nov 12: Gangtey-Paro

Nov 13: Hike to Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)

Nov 14: Final Departure

Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment:

A deposit of 20% is required to hold the reservation. The deposit amount is non-refundable. The balance is due no later than 2 months prior to the arrival date. Clients may pay the full amount due all at once if they choose.


Cancelation Policy: 

In case you need to cancel your trip, written notice (email OK) is required at least 30 days prior to the arrival date. The cancellation takes effect from the day written confirmation is received. The following cancellation term applies:

- Cancelled 30 days or more in advance: 90% of the trip package price is reimbursed

- Cancelled 15-30 days in advance: 70% of the trip package price is reimbursed

- Cancelled 4-14 days in advance: 50% of the trip package price is reimbursed

- Cancelled 1-3 days in advance: 30% of the trip package price is reimbursed

- Cancelled less than 24 hours in advance or no show: 0% of the trip package price is reimbursed

Travel Insurance

Travel Insurance is strongly recommended. Get a free quote through our sustainable travel insurance partner, wanderwell, here.

Climate Impact

- Yugen Earthside automatically includes $10 per guest toward carbon removal contributions through Tomorrow's Air.

- You may add-on carbon offsets to their trip during checkout. These are done through Sustainable Travel International.

- Read about the differences between carbon offsets & carbon removals here. We support both climate initiatives!

What’s included

  • Accommodation (Bhutan)
    Accommodation in 4* hotels
  • Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner at the hotels; Lunches at local restaurants or picnics en route
  • Transfers & Entrances
    All transfers & sightseeing with entrances, as per the itinerary
  • Cooking Class
  • Guide
    English speaking guide accompanying your journey
  • Government Fees
    Royalty and taxes, *including* the $100 per person/night Sustainable Development Fee
  • Bhutan Visa Fee

What’s not included

  • Exclusions
    Beverages, personal expenses, insurance, medical expenses, arrival to Paro, hot stone bath in Paro

Available Packages

1 Adult in a Shared Room

Price per person in a double bedroom. Select "2" if booking for 2 people staying together in the same room.

$2,900
Deposit: $550
1 Adult in a Private Room
$3,350
Deposit: $670

Available Add-Ons

One Way Flight Delhi-Paro, Nov. 5th
$335

Druk Air from DEL-PBH on Nov. 5th. Price subject to change.

  

Flight duration: approx. 2 hrs. 20 min

Flight time: KB201 12:30- 15:20 hrs.

Delhi, India Layover - BnB
$80

Round trip airport transfers and 1 night in a BnB about 40 minutes away from the airport.

Delhi, India Layover - Hotel
$180

Round trip airport transfers and 1 night in a 5* hotel about 10 minutes away from the airport.

One Way Flight Kathmandu-Paro, Nov. 5th
$280

Price subject to change.

One Way Flight Paro-Bangkok, Nov. 14th
$515

Druk Air from PBH-BKK on Nov. 14th, 2024. Price subject to change.


Flight duration: approx. 4 hrs 20 min

Flight time: KB152 16:20 - 20:30 hrs.




Who’s Going

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Yugen Earthside
14 reviews
We are a sustainable travel booking platform and agency on a mission to make sustainable travel easy. We offer responsible package trips to individuals, couples, families, and groups of mature travelers.

Reviews

Both of our local guides, Alper and Mel, had extensive historical knowledge of Turkey. The history is so complicated, and they were so kind and patient with our many questions. They also introduced us to a wide array of Turkish specialties, from the wonderful mezes, many kinds of fish and delectable desserts. Fun cooking classes were arranged to further our knowledge of Turkish cooking. The small group size allowed flexibility, allowing us to stay longer at some attractions and skip ones we weren't interested in. A very worthwhile experience!
By Victoria B for Slow Travel Food & Wine Tour in Western Türkiye on May 29, 2025
I really liked that I could have input into planning our trip. Hilary was outstanding to work with. She is so helpful and responsive which led to us have an excellent trip. Our guides were extremely informative and enjoyable. There was so much history to learn from going to several historical sites. It was fascinating! On Food, Oh my goodness! Delicious! We had such a variety of food and so much food. The last cooking class was the best. I highly recommend this trip to those who are interested in Ancient history sites and enjoy food. That is what stood out to me. I sure will use Yugen Earthside again !
By Debi S for Slow Travel Food & Wine Tour in Western Türkiye on May 27, 2025
Our wonderful guide and driver made this trip excellent. They were supportive, flexible and efficient! I was constantly amazed with all the knowledge our guide shared with us. This trip was perfectly planned. Our time at each location was just right. Our accommodations were very nice. Everyone was kind, helpful with smiles! I loved the variety of activities we did, including me getting to Tiger’s Nest Monastery. I don’t know if I could have made it without the supportive team. During our whole stay the guide made sure we were good with what we were doing. Learning about the Bhutanese culture and Buddhism was so interesting. The Black Rand festival was another highlight. Bhutan is an absolutely beautiful country! I highly recommend this trip. We went in November and had great weather. March would be a month to go with the flowers blooming! There are many festivals to attend.
By Debi S for Highlights of Bhutan + the Black Necked Crane Festival on Nov 23, 2024
MS
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By Maddison S for Women-only Kilimanjaro Climb (& Safari) on Jul 29, 2024
We enjoyed this trip. Service was excellent, accommodation ranged from good to very good, maps and instructions were easy to follow. We especially appreciated the warning when we deviated from the trail, very helpful to avoid navigation errors.
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