Gantey Gompa Trek

  • 12 Days
  • Moderate
  • FROM US$ 3190
Gantey Gompa Trek

Trip Facts

Mode of Travel: AIR + LAND + TREK

Program Type: TREKKING

Destination: BHUTAN

Maximum altitide: 3440 M.

Best seasons: MAR – MAY / SEPT – NOV

Trip begins: KATHMANDU

Trip ends: KATHMANDU

Minimum group size: 2+ PAX

Gantey Gompa trek is a lowland trekking route in one of the glacial valley in Bhutan, starts from Phobjikha valley at the elevation 3000m.  This easy and beautiful hike to the Gantey gompa is also known as Gogona Trek.  Gangtey valley, combination century old beautiful traditional houses and the old Gangtey monastery, is one of the most beautiful places in Bhutan.Gantey monastery, the final destination or the manin attraction of this trip, was established in the 17th century.

An experience to explore the isolated valleys of Gantey Gompa, Phobjikha valley, Gogana and Kothoka is an awe-inspiring event which is enough to make it memorable for lifetime.

Trip Highlight

  • Visiting the beautiful Phobjikha Valley; learn Bhutaneese culture and traditional lifestyle. 
  • The ancient Gangtey monastery built in 17th century and beautiful old villages 
  • Home of rare Black-Necked Cranes, magnolia and rhododendron forest.
  • Short and easy trek in Bhutan, the land of Dragon.
  • Sightseeing around Paro and Thimpu.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 :Arrive at Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.

Day 02 :Half day sightseeing at Kathmandu and Bhutan preparation.

Day 03 :Fly to Paro and transfer to Thimpu.

Day 04 :Sightseeing around Thimpu.

Day 05 :Drive 135 km (4 and half hours) to Gangtey 3000m.

Day 06 :Trek 14 km (5 to 6 hours) to Gogana, 3100m.

Day 07 :Trek 15 km (5 to 6 hours) to Khotokha, 2790m.

Day 08 :Trek 12 km (5 hours) to Tikke Zampa, 1500m and transfer to Punakha 1310m.

Day 09 :Drive 125 km (4 hours) to Paro, 2194m.

Day 10 :Sightseeing around Paro.

Day 11 :Fly out to Kathmandu 1380m, transfer to Hotel.

Day 12 :Final departure.

Note: The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. All our trips can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.

What is Included

  • All ground transportation by private vehicle in Nepal and Bhutan as per itinerary.
  • Twin sharing accommodation on Deluxe Hotel (3 star category) in Kathmandu on BB plan. 
  • Twin sharing accommodation in standard hotel (B categories) in Bhutan.
  • Kathmandu valley sightseeing with local tour guide, all necessary arrangements.
  • Royalty fee of US$ 65/- per person per night.
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) in Bhutan.
  • Kathmandu to Paro return airfare. 
  • Bhutan visa fee. 
  • English speelking Local bhutaneese tour guide. 
  • Monuments entrance fees, government taxes, Surcharges and all other necessary govenment fees in Bhutan. 

What is Not Included

  • Flight from to/from home city/Kathmandu.
  • Expenses of personal nature such as Laundry, phone bills, cold drinks, alcoholic drinks, Bakeries, chocolate bars etc. 
  • Personal travel and medical insurance which covers helicopter evacuation.
  • Sightseeing monuments fee in Kathmandu.
  • Visa fee to Nepal. 
  • Single room supplementary. 
  • Tips for guide and driver. 
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
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2 PAX US$ 3190 On your preffered date Guaranteed BookNow
3 - 10 PAX US$ 2950 On your preffered date Guaranteed BookNow
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