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Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - Days 1–3: Everest Views, Sand Mandala Art, Epic Walks & Breakfast with a Lama
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- Winging It Travel Podcast
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- Jan 19, 2026
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- 2480
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Summary
Solo Episode - Bhutan Series w/ Breathe Bhutan - Days 1–3: Everest Views, Sand Mandala Art, Epic Walks & A Breakfast with a Lama In this solo episode of the Winging It Travel Podcast , I take you through Days 1 to 3 of my journey in Bhutan , sharing the sounds, stories, and real travel context behind one of the world’s most fascinating destinations. From the unforgettable flight into Paro Airport with Himalayan views stretching all the way to Mount Everest , to my first encounters with Bhutanese food , culture, and daily life — this episode is designed to give you a true sense of what it feels like to arrive and begin travelling in Bhutan. I break down how travel in Bhutan actually works, including flights, visas, costs, accommodation standards, weather in December, and why guided travel is essential to experiencing the country properly. You’ll hear about traditional sand mandala art , gentle acclimatisation walks through the Paro Valley, and the rhythm of life in Bhutan’s cities and temples. The episode finishes with one of the most memorable moments of the trip: breakfast at a hilltop temple overlooking Thimphu called Wangditse Lhakhang , followed by a translated conversation with a Bhutanese lama , where we talk about happiness, belief, spirituality, and life in Bhutan today. A cool way to finish the episode! This is an audio-only episode built to let your imagination do the work — placing you right there through natural sound, reflection, and honest storytelling. In this episode, I also mention the two accommodations I stayed at, called Tiger's Nest Camp and Access Suites Hotel, both of which were fantastic! All in all, this is a classic episode to break down my first three days in Bhutan. For more information on Tiger's Nest, check out my immersive episode on…