| Group size: | Min 2 pax | Max-Altitude: | |
| Destination: | Bhutan | ||
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meals: | Full Board Meal | ||
| Accommodation: | 3 Star Hotel | ||
| Fitness level: | Moderate | ||
Bhutan is a small kingdom nestling in the Himalayas between its powerful neighbors, India and China. Bhutan is the magic of monasteries. It is the last great Himalayan kingdom with diverse paradise covered with dense forest, exotic wildlife, glorious mountains, wonderful indifferent terrains, and landscapes. Besides the stunning natural scenery, the enduring image of the country for most visitors is the strong sense of culture and tradition that binds the kingdom and clearly distinguishes it from its larger neighbors. Due to its pristine environment and harmonious society, the tiny Kingdom of Bhutan has been called "The Last Shangri-La." One of the main attractions for tourists is the country's culture and traditions.
Day 01: Arrive, Paro, drive to Thimphu | Meal: D
Day 02: Thimphu / Punakha ( 75 Km, 3 Hours ): After breakfast proceed on to visit Thimphu valley | Meal: BLD
Day 03: Punakha / Wangduephodrang / Paro ( 150 Km, 5 Hours ) | Meal: BLD
Day 04: In Paro | Meal: BLD
Day 05: Depart Paro | Meal: B
Day 01:Arrive, Paro, drive to Thimphu | Meal: D
Upon arrival in Paro, clear customs and immigration. Keep your copy of the visa clearance letter handy. P.P size pictures are no longer required and your visa has been paid.
Meet your Guide and driver outside the terminal building and transfer to Thimphu. Stroll around the city in the evening. Overnight.
Day 02: Thimphu / Punakha ( 75 Km, 3 Hours ): After breakfast proceed on to visit Thimphu valley | Meal: BLD
Visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval fortress/monastery which houses most of the Government’s office and King’s Throne room It is also the summer residence of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot. Then visit the National Library which has a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. After that drive to Arts & Crafts School, famous for traditional thangka paintings. Here you will see, students at work producing the intricate design on cloth. Later visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museums, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese material culture and living traditions. After lunch visits Handicrafts Emporium which displays a wide assortment of beautifully hand-woven and crafted products. Then drive to Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in the memory of Bhutan’s Third King who is popularly regarded as Father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside this monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Late afternoon drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,080m ). Overnight at the hotel in Punakha.
Day 03: Punakha / Wangduephodrang / Paro ( 150 Km, 5 Hours ) | Meal: BLD
After breakfast visit Punakha Dzong, Built strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as the religious and administrative center of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutan’s history. Damaged by four catastrophic fires and an earthquake, the Dzong has now been fully restored. Then drive to Wangdiphodrang visiting Dzong and local market. The district of Wangdiphodrang is also famous for its bamboo products, slate and stone carvings. After lunch drive to Paro with a short stop at Dochula pass. En route visit Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fortress of the Kingdom built in 1627, it now houses the School for Buddhist studies. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 04: In Paro | Meal: BLD
After breakfast take an excursion to Taktsang Monastery, the most famous of Bhutanese monasteries. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery hence it is called “Tiger’s Nest”. The excursion to monastery takes about 5 hours for a round trip. Afternoon visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is acting as the National Museum of the country and holding a fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangka paintings, and Bhutan’s exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong which has a long and fascinating history. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
Day 05: Depart Paro | Meal: B
After breakfast drive to the airport for flight to onward destination.
Cost includes:
Private transportation.
All necessary travel permits
English speaking local guide.
Accommodation on single/twin room basis.
Sightseeing and monastery entrance fees as per the itinerary
Meal plan: Full Board Basis
Cost excludes:
Insurance of any kind.
Additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstance
Personal expenses such as drink, guide tips & etc.