{"id":17212,"date":"2026-07-14T19:08:20","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T19:08:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=17212"},"modified":"2026-08-10T21:45:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T21:45:54","slug":"bhutan-hamlets","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/tours\/bhutan-hamlets","title":{"rendered":"Aldeas de But\u00e1n"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"tour-content-before\">\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1\">This 8-day Bhutan Hamlets tour takes you through the picturesque valleys of Thimphu, Punakha, Gangtey, and Paro, offering a deeper connection with the kingdom&#8217;s rural charm, stunning glacial valleys, and spiritual heritage.<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"4\">\n<li>Explore the architectural marvels of Bhutan, from the majestic Tashichho Dzong in Thimphu to the awe-inspiring Punakha Dzong, and delve into the symbolism at Khamsum Yuley Temple.<\/li>\n<li>Experience the serene beauty of the Phobjikha Valley by walking the Gangtey Nature Trail, visiting the Black-Necked Crane Center, and exploring the spiritual gem of Gangtey Monastery.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy a profound spiritual journey as you hike to the legendary Taktsang Goempa (Tiger&#8217;s Nest Monastery) clinging to a sheer cliffside, and take in the panoramic Himalayan views from the Dochula Pass.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"><\/h3>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-what-included\">\n<div class=\"tour-content-what-included\">\n<h4 id=\"whats-included\"><b>Price includes<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"column-count: 2;\">\n<li>A guided tour of important places<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>A two-person English-speaking Travel Director and Driver team with you for the duration of your journey\u00a0<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Beautifully illustrated souvenir map<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Current Hotel Taxes and Service Charges<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Entrance tickets to monuments and museums mentioned on the itinerary<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Sightseeing and activities as described in your itinerary\u00a0<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>All accommodations &#8211; First class or best available hotels in the area based on the hotel price category booked<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Breakfast daily and some evening meals as described in your trip itinerary.<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Meals, unless expressly states<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Observation and participation in allowed activities<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Professionally guided tour<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Arrival and Departure Airport transfers<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Transport to and from hotel listed on itinerary<u><\/u><u><\/u><\/li>\n<li>Bottled water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-add-information\">\n<h4 id=\"additional-info\"><b>Price does not include<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul style=\"column-count: 2;\">\n<li>All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes<\/li>\n<li>Departure Taxes<\/li>\n<li>Visa processing arrangements<\/li>\n<li>Extra pre and \/ or post hotel nights for before and after your trip. These can be booked through Lotus of India and or your Travel Agent and be added during the booking process.<\/li>\n<li>Handling fees<\/li>\n<li>Excess baggage charge<\/li>\n<li>Increases in airfares or Government imposed taxes<\/li>\n<li>International Air, unless expressly paid for<\/li>\n<li>Medical Travel \u00a0insurance and emergency insurance<\/li>\n<li>Visas and Travel Insurance.<\/li>\n<li>Other International and domestic flights not mentioned on the itinerary.<\/li>\n<li>Personal expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Porterage for a maximum of two bags per person.<\/li>\n<li>All porterage and restaurant gratuities.<\/li>\n<li>Services not specifically stated in the itinerary.<\/li>\n<li>Tips to guide and driver.<\/li>\n<li>Optional Experiences. Optional Experiences are additional add-on experiences unique to the destination that are booked and paid for (credit card or cash) when you are on your tour. As Optional Experiences are pre-bookable, this allows you the flexibility to pick and choose what you feel like when you\u2019re on your trip.<\/li>\n<li>Any taxi fares or personal spending money including for non-included items, meals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-cancell-policy\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Level of Physical fitness required for the Lotus of India tour?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A moderate amount of walking is involved at both attractions.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Check <strong><u>recommended level<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0for travelers with back problems or any other issues.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the dress codes for proper vestments for religious sites or county customs.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Don\u2019t forget to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and hiking or tennis shoes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-what-included\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Guidelines for Different Religious Sites<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Typical Dress Code for Churches and Cathedrals<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Churches, particularly in Europe, often require covered shoulders and knees. Bringing a scarf or shawl can be handy if you need to cover up quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Dress Codes in Mosques<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Mosques typically require women to cover their hair with a scarf or hijab and both men and women to wear long pants or skirts. Some mosques provide appropriate attire at the entrance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Typical Dress Code for Temples and Shrines.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>In Hindu and Buddhist temples, it is respectful to wear long sleeves and long skirts or pants. Removing shoes is often mandatory, and wearing socks might be required in some places.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tips for Respectful Attire<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li><strong>Removing Hats or Headwear<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>While head coverings may be required in some religious sites, hats and caps are generally considered disrespectful and should be removed before entering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Layering for Comfort and Respect<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Bringing a lightweight layer, like a cardigan or shawl, allows you to adapt your outfit as needed. This is especially useful when transitioning from a hot climate outside to a cool interior within religious buildings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Understanding Local Customs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li>Researching or asking about local customs before visiting can prevent unintentional disrespect. Each religious site may have unique expectations regarding dress code.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-add-information\">\n<h4 id=\"additional-info\">Additional Information<\/h4>\n<ul style=\"column-count: 2;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirmation will be received at time of booking and payment<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tours can be customized, by request with a multi-lingual guides option: (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German and Portuguese).<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily Tours departures times will be announced by your guide a day prior to the tour date.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tour starts times ranges based on the activity booked.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waiver will need to be signed attesting to good health conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"tour-content-cancell-policy\">\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cancellation and Refunds Policies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours after booking payment.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the event of cancellation, Traveler should notify Lotus of India in writing at &#8211; least 60 days prior to travel.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience\u2019s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any changes made after paid booking before the experience\u2019s start date \/ time will be subject to modification fees.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the experience requires good weather. If it\u2019s canceled due to poor weather, you\u2019ll be offered a different date or a full refund.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This experience requires a minimum number of travelers ( 2 ). If it\u2019s canceled because the minimum wasn\u2019t met, you\u2019ll be offered options and recalculated prices.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cancellation fee will be charged by Lotus of India for all cancelled bookings, as per the following cancellation terms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Land Portions Refund Datelines:\u00a0 ( Hotels, Tours services, Sightseeing tours )<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Number of days prior to Departure<\/th>\n<th>Cost of Cancellation (Minimum Cancellation after booking)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>120 days or more<\/td>\n<td>15% of the total tour cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>119 to 60 days<\/td>\n<td>25% of the total tour cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>59 to 30 days<\/td>\n<td>50% of the total tour cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Below 30 days<\/td>\n<td>100% of the total tour cost<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><iframe style=\"border: 0;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m40!1m12!1m3!1d453186.493358219!2d89.4716033458976!3d27.453082361410573!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!4m25!3e0!4m5!1s0x39e19419962037b7%3A0x7c01ffe2660560d1!2zVGltYnUsIEJ1dMOhbg!3m2!1d27.471586!2d89.6386108!4m5!1s0x39e1dcdfbd5c2fb5%3A0xb0d6b17a95cf422c!2zUHVuYWtoYSwgQnV0w6Fu!3m2!1d27.592086899999998!2d89.87974589999999!4m5!1s0x375f43b3e6937dcd%3A0x55952db1ff5c2325!2sGangtey%20Tent%20Resort%2C%20Gangtey%20Phobjikha%2C%2014004%2C%20But%C3%A1n!3m2!1d27.469987099999997!2d90.16202609999999!4m5!1s0x39e19de85a6c39b7%3A0x1fa780f5a070190!2zUGFybywgQnV0w6Fu!3m2!1d27.4283009!2d89.41695229999999!5e0!3m2!1ses-419!2sve!4v1786398362182!5m2!1ses-419!2sve\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":22328,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[295,292,294,293],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-17212","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-gangtey","product_cat-paro","product_cat-punakha","product_cat-thimphu","pa_beyond-india-buthan","pa_beyond-india-gangtey","pa_beyond-india-paro","pa_beyond-india-punakha","pa_beyond-india-thimphu","tour_phys-india-private-tourstailor-made","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-tour_phys"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17212","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17212"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17212\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24311,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/17212\/revisions\/24311"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/22328"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17212"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=17212"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=17212"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lotusofindia.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=17212"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}