Khoma, the weaving capital of Bhutan. If you are looking for a cultural experience that doesn’t only involve visiting dzongs, consider this tour designed for you. Up until recently, eastern Bhutan was least explored by tourists. However, that has been slowly changing, at a “Bhutan pace” if we may.
Lhuntse is a north-eastern district located next to Trashigang, Bhutan’s largest district. And Khoma is a vibrant, age-old community of weavers not just from the region but from across the country. We believe something as simple as the Kira can be used to learn about a country’s history.
We humbly invite you on this tour if you are looking for an indepth Bhutan experience that is off the beaten path, literally and figuratively.
Trip Cost for 8 Nights & 9 Days
$ 2955 (Single Traveler)
$ 2675 (Couple – Per person)
$ 2475 (3 – 6 Travelers -per person)
$ 2315 (7- 9 Travelers- per person)
$ 2155 ( 10 Travelers & above – per person)
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Driving Duration: 65km/ 1.5hrs
Elevation: 2400m/7875ft
The first gift from Bhutan will be the cool, clean fresh air as you step out of the plane. After completing your visa formalities and clearing your immigrations, we will warmly welcome you in a traditional way. We will then continue to drive on to Thimphu.
(Sightseeing depends on the flight timing)
Attractions:
– Buddha Point
– Centenary Farmers’ Market
– Explore Thimphu Town
Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu
Driving Duration: 185 km/4-5 hrs
Elevation: 2300m /7545ft
After early breakfast, drive up to Dochu-la Pass (3,088m/10,130ft) stopping briefly here to
take in the view and admire the chortens, Mani walls, and prayer flags which decorate the
highest point on the road.
Drive to Trongsa across Pele-la Pass (3,300m/10,830ft).
Attractions:
– Chendebji Chorten
– Trongsa Dzong
– Ta Dzong (Trongsa Museum):
Overnight at the hotel in Trongsa.
Driving Duration: 270 km/8-9 hrs
Elevation: 1450 m/4760 ft
Get an early morning start from Trongsa. Expect your arrival at Khoma in the evening or late at night.
Please note that roads in Bhutan are meandering, due to the harsh landscape. Journeys made by road may be longer and more exhausting compared to regular travels.
Overnight in Lhuntse
Note: Please note that there are no hotels in Lhuntse Dzongkhag. All lodgings will be done at a home stay, which are certified by the Department of Tourism.
Rest and experience the weaving center(s) for the rest of the day.
Our manager, who was previously a guide, recommends visiting Khoma primary school & Lhuntse Dzong due to their proximity to Khoma.
Overnight in Lhuntse
Day excursion to Dungkar in Kurtoe, home to the father of Bhutan’s first king. Plus, the land is shaped as a conch – Dungkar.
Driving Duration: 170 km/ 5-6 hrs
Elevation: 1126m / 3694 ft
As the journey continues, we will enroute though the Korila Pass located at an altitude of 2450
meters (8038ft).
Overnight in Trashigang
Take advantage of being in a different district by visiting Trashigang Dzong (Fortress) and a very special monastery – Rangshikar Goenpa.
When we first visited Rangshikar, we were amazed by its hidden charm. Expect a commune led by the monastery’s head lama and his spouse, who are both very welcoming.
Overnight in Trashigang
Duration: 45 Minutes
Elevation: Yongphula- 2743m (9000 ft) / Paro- 2250m (7382ft)
Flight available every Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday.
Your return flight to Paro will depart from Yongphula in Trashigang (Domestic Flight: 45 minutes).
Have an early breakfast at the hotel in Trashigang and then drive to Yongphulla Airport to catch
the domestic flight. While driving to the airport, enjoy the views of Sherubtse College, one of
the oldest colleges in Bhutan founded in 1978.
Note: Cancellations for domestic flights due to weather particularly during the summer season.
Overnight in Paro
After breakfast, we drive on to the airport in Paro, to catch your flight to your onward destination
as you bid farewell to the beautiful Kingdom of Bhutan.
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