WALKING & HIKING
Po Chhu
BHUTAN
DAY 1 Hike to Dzongdrakha, a seldom-visited cliffside temple complex set high above the valley • Admire the views of Paro—Bhutan’s second largest city—as you pass nomads wandering into town from the high mountains. » Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront - Premiere DAYS 2–3 At the top of Dochula Pass, take in a panorama of snowcapped Himalayan peaks • Hike a portion of the historic Trans Bhutan Trail • Sip tea while you learn the story of the 108 memorial chortens (or stupas) built along the pass • Pine forests line our path on a hiking adventure through Punakha Valley • Climb to Chorten Nebu, a 14th-century temple accessible only on foot • Backroads was one of the first foreign groups to be warmly welcomed at this monastery, which offers an authentic look at traditional Bhutanese culture. » Dhensa Boutique Resort - Casual Plus DAYS 4–5 Ascend herders’ trails to find valley views and colorful prayer flags • Raft down the Punakha’s Pochu River on our way to the exquisite riverside Punakha Dzong, Bhutan’s winter capital • Enjoy the valley views from the meticulously cared for Wangditse Monastery, built in 1715. » Pemako Thimphu - Premiere DAYS 6–8 Visit a giant golden Buddha • Hike to secluded monasteries and temples, including the cliff-clinging Tiger’s Nest • Walk trails with thousands of prayer flags flapping in the wind • Sip a hot brew 9,200 feet up at Taktsang teahouse • Practice your aim as you learn archery, Bhutan’s national sport. » Zhiwa Ling - Premiere Ancient temples. The glorious Himalayas. Vast valley views. Colorful prayer flags. Friendly Buddhist monks. Unique. Thrilling. A place you feel lucky to have experienced. Buddhist Culture, Himalayan Peaks & Tiger’s Nest BHUTAN
Chorten Nebu
Punakha
Punakha Dzong
Taktsang
Dochula Pass
Thimphu
Zhiwa Ling
Thimphu Valley
Paro
Paro River
Dzongdrakha
Bangkok
From/To Bangkok
8 DAYS ACTIVITY LEVELS 1-4 ACCOMMODATIONS Premiere Hotels $7,499 to $8,499 per person double occ. + $1,400 internal air CHOOSE A TRIP FOR • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Women’s Adventures NEW! • Families with Older Teens & 20s • Your Private Group Price & availability varies based on date & group size o \ Search BTNW on backroads.com
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