Breathtaking Bhutan
Overview
Overview
Tour Highlights:
Thimphu
- Tachogang Lhakhang
- Buddha viewpoint
- Folk Heritage Museum
- Sangaygang Viewpoint
- Takin Zoo
- Weaving Centre
Punakha
- Dochula pass
- Punakha Dzong
- Punakha Suspension Bridge
- Gupteshwor Cave
- 01-hour boat ride on Fewa Lake
Paro
- Lamperi Botanical Garden
- Visit 17th-century Paro Dzong
- Dzong Unique National Museum
- Taktsang Monastery
Note: A customizable option is available.
Inclusion
Inclusion
Price includes
- Meeting & Assistance on arrival
- Accommodation on a Twin/ Triple Sharing Basis
- Meal- Breakfast & Dinner
- Exclusive Vehicle for transfer & sightseeing as per itinerary.
- All hotel taxes.
- English-speaking guide for the sightseeing.
- Sustainable Development Fees for the stay in Bhutan
- E-Permit process and arrangement for the stay in Bhutan
Price excludes
- Any airfare/Train fare/Helicopter fare.
- Personal Expenses (Laundry, Telephone, Room heater, Tips, Mineral water, Soft/Hard drink)
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in our itinerary.
- Camera fees & Entree Fees.
- If any cost arises due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in fuel price & Taxes - package cost will be increased, which may come into effect before departure.
- Outdoor activities (Cycling, River Rafting, Motor Biking, Horse Riding, Cultural Program, Hot stone Bath, etc.)
- Insurance & service tax (5%)
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Paro and Transfer to Thimphu (1.5 Hrs)
Fly on the wings of the Dragon to Bhutan, on arrival at Paro International Airport, complete the immigration formalities and exit through only one arrival gate where our dedicated team will welcome you with khaddar and proceed to Thimphu which will take about an hour and a half. The route will follow the Paro River until Chuzom from where we will bend towards the Thimphu River taking us to the heart of the capital city Thimphu. The entire stretch of drives is scenic as we pass by some of the beautiful villages of Bondey, Shaba, Isina, etc until we enter the welcome gate in Thimphu.
En route we will stop over at Tachogang Lhakhang: En route to Thimphu, stopover for a little leg stretch walk crossing Paro River, or enjoy the views from the roadside depending on your arrival time.
We will explore the city by walking: If time permits, walking through the city gives you immense joy and understanding of the modern city. A good option for imported garments and local souvenirs, besides unique local handicrafts. Thimphu offers a mixed style of personalities taking the street walk in Thimphu- the only city in the world without traffic lights. Overnight in Thimphu, altitude 2400m
Day 2
Thimphu sightseeing
Thimphu- This bustling little city is the main center of commerce, religion, and government in the country. Thimphu is the most modern city with an abundance of restaurants, internet cafes, nightclubs, and shopping centers. However, it still retains its cultural identity and values amidst the signs of modernization, often referred to as world only city without traffic lights.
Visit Buddha viewpoint: The largest sitting Buddha statue in the world is located at the top of the hill in Kuensel Phodrang Nature Park and overlooks the southern entrance to Thimphu Valley. Folk Heritage Museum: It provides visitors and tourists with fascinating insights into the Bhutanese material culture and way of life.
Sangaygang View Point: The point offers a stunning panoramic view of the entire Thimphu valley.
Takin Zoo: The wildlife reserve area for Takin (Budorcas taxicolor), the national animal of Bhutan with a unique story of its creation.
Weaving Centre: Witness the traditional Bhutanese art of weaving. You will be mesmerized by the sheer skills, concentration, and dexterity of the weavers.
Overnight in Thimphu
Day 3
Thimphu to Punakha (3 Hrs)
Start the most scenic drive to Punakha from Thimphu over Dochula Pass which takes about two hours. After the break at Dochula, the road descends into Wangdue and Punakha taking us to one of the warmest places in Bhutan.
Dochula Pass: The pass is at a popular location as it offers a stunning 180-degree panoramic view of the Great Himalayan Mountain ranges. The view is especially scenic and very clear on winter days with snowcapped mountains forming a majestic backdrop to the tranquility of the 108 Chorten gracing the mountain pass.
Punakha Dzong: Built-in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the Dzong was named Druk Pungthang Dechen Phodrang (Palace of Great Happiness). Punakha is still the winter residence of Je- Khenpo religious head of Bhutan. King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck convened the first National Assembly here in 1952. This is one of the finest and must-see Dzong of Bhutan. The Dzong stands in between the meeting point of two rivers, Phochu and Mochu making the most photogenic Dzong of Bhutan.
Visit Punakha Suspension Bridge: Punakha Suspension Bridge is considered one of the longest of its kind in Bhutan. The bridge connects the Dzong with the villages Shengana, Samdingkha, and Wangkha on the other bank of the Po Chhu River. In these small villages, locals sell their wares in tiny, traditional shops. Visitors can stop here for a quick and authentic view of true Bhutan. To access the suspension bridge from the Dzong, one must walk past the King’s palace and the cremation ground.
Overnight in Punakha, altitude 1350m
Day 4
Punakha to Paro (3 hrs drive)
As we proceed to Paro, we will retrace the journey crossing over Dochula, up until Chuzom, and further to Paro. The entire stretch of the drive will refresh your mind and give you a second chance to enjoy the great snowcapped mountain views of the Himalayas from Dochula.
Lamperi Botanical Garden: A paradise for nature lovers. The Royal Botanical Park is located about 11 km below the Dochula Pass at Lamperi is the entrance to this park, where between April and June the visitors can view 38 out of Bhutan’s 46 species of rhododendron or spot some of the 220 species of birds. There are 21 animal species known in the park which include deer, tiger, leopard, red panda, and also wildcat.
Visit 17th century Paro Dzong: 'Fortress on a Heap of Jewels’, which is ranked one of the best Bhutanese architecture. The massive buttressed walls that tower over the town are visible throughout the valley, particularly when landing at Paro Airport. The Dzong also offers an administrative seat in the district of Paro. The Dzong was built in 1644 under the order of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal.
Ta Dzong Unique National Museum: Perched above Paro Dzong it was a watchtower built in 1649 to protect the undefended Paro Dzong located below, renovated in 1968 to house the National Museum. Today this museum houses the best collections of all-time historical items making it worth a visit.
Explore the tiny town: Tiny Paro town actually can offer a lot more, there are many authentic handicraft shops, readily available Bhutan-made products, and grocery and imported garment shops besides having many small restaurants around.
Overnight in Paro, altitude 2200m
Day 5
Paro Sightseeing
This picturesque region in the kingdom is covered in fertile rice fields and has a beautiful, crystalline river meandering down the valley. Paro has more historical sites, high-end tourist resorts, and many souvenir shops for shopping including the world-famous Takstang.
Taktsang Monastery (Tiger Nest Temple): is Bhutan’s most iconic landmark and religious Buddhist site in the world. The name Taktsang translates to “The Tiger’s Nest”. The temple is one of the holiest sites in Bhutan which clings impossibly to a sheer cliff face 900 meters above the valley. Although good trekkers can make it to the top in two hours, most of the guests take a whole day to complete the hike.
Overnight in Paro
Day 6
Departure
Our cheerful representative will drop you off at the airport three hours before the flight departure. The mystic land of the Himalayas holds many more secrets to be told. Come back again for another adventure visiting our spectacular mountains.
Extra Information
Extra Information
Important Note:
- Base category rooms we are providing in our packages.
- Hotels will be confirmed as per the availability otherwise we will confirm similar category hotels if the room is not available in the same hotels.
- The above cost is valid for Indian Nationals Only
- Valid Passport or Voter ID- the expiry date of the passport should be more than 6 months from the intended date of departure from Bhutan.
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Travel insurance covers the whole trip.
- 100% payment before permit clearance.
- The Itinerary & Hotel are subject to change due to unavoidable circumstances.
- Some sightseeing might remain closed, so we reserve the right to show alternative sightseeing.
- The rates are in Indian Rupee & per person cost.
- The rates mentioned above are net and non-commissionable.
- If the hotels change the rates, the rate will change without prior notice.
- Validity of the package cost: 31st December 2024 only
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