Highlights of Bhutan + the Black Necked Crane Festival

Paro, Bhutan

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

Yugen Earthside
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9 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 Private Room
$3,350
Deposit: $670
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

Available options



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Yugen Earthside
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Reviews

Travelled with 15 other friends and acquaintances; one of the others had planned the entire trip together Yugen Earthside and other local partners. It was a phenomenal experience!! Everything, from the communication beforehand, airport pickups, transfers, flights, Galapagos cruise (the crew! the Bonita Yacht! David the guide!) and back was fantastic! Highly recommended!!
By Ole M for Ecuador as Never Before for Ole on Aug 18, 2023
This was a life-changing adventure for me and my son. The days exploring Quito and the surrounding Andean volcanoes and cloud forest revealed surprises at every stop. The planned and unplanned activities gave us a glimpse at the richness of this region. Our guides were amazing, each knowledgeable and interesting and fun to be with. I learned so much from them. Once we arrived in the Galapagos and into the care of David and the crew of the Bonita, the magic of the islands enveloped us in its primeval web. Each day was a new adventure in geology, biology and climate. We saw animals and plants we did not know existed. We learned so much about the local ecology and uplifting news regarding the restoration of ecosystems. Our home on the sea was comfortable and relaxing. The crew was attentive and quickly learned the specific needs of each passenger for each activity. I cannot say enough about how hard they worked to provide us with such an amazing experience. Our naturalist guide, David, could not have been better. He is so knowledgeable about the regional ecology, but also about so many other social and human aspects of the region. And while his attention focused on ensuring that we had the best experience, he was also a valiant guardian of the plants and animals that we were visiting, reminding us to tread lightly and respectfully to ensure everyone's safety. If I could give 10 out of 5 stars, I would.
By Collin Roesler C for Ecuador as Never Before for Collin on Aug 10, 2023
This was a great trip! Right from the onset with the information provided by Yugen Earthside and TerraSur, over the pickups, transfers, guide on the boat, guide and driver on the day tours in Quito / around Cotopaxi, airport transfers etc. Even mid-travel changes to my itinerary they accommodated w/o issues. Highly recommend!
By Ole M for Amazing Galapagos Adventure on Aug 02, 2023
The trip was everything we dreamed of. Guides and Porters were amazing and friendly and helped us make it to the top as well as see every African animal! Food was good and energizing but repetitive. We were eating for sustenance. Would recommend but Yuegen Earthside and Eco-Africa.
By Krisanne B for 8 Days Kilimanjaro Climb (Lemosho Route) + 4 Days Safari on Mar 13, 2023
Thoughtful, detailed, cost-conscious, and a pleasure to work with - I would HIGHLY recommend Yugen Earthside's services. My partner and I worked with Yugen Earthside to plan an international trip to New Zealand in November 2022. Yugen Earthside helped us craft a highly-customized itinerary that provided us with unique tour opportunities, while allowing time and space for self-guided experiences. It was the perfect balance. Neither of us had been to New Zealand and greatly appreciated the thoughtful recommendations based on our preferences, desired pace, and budget. From start to finish, communication was smooth, detailed, and timely. Yugen Earthside also checked in multiple times during our travels which we greatly appreciated. We would highly recommend their services for group or self-guided travelers.
By Clare J for 9 Day NZ Tour: Auckland-Christchurch on Nov 30, 2022
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