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Bhutan is no
ordinary place. It is the last great Himalayan kingdom, shrouded in mystery and
magic, where a traditional Buddhist culture carefully embraces global
developments.
Bhutan holds
many surprises. This is a country where the rice is red and where chillies
aren't just a seasoning but the main dish. It's also a deeply Buddhist land,
where monks check their smart phones after performing a divination, and where
giant protective penises are painted beside the entrance to many houses. Yet
while it visibly protects its Buddhist traditions, Bhutan is not a museum. You
will find the Bhutanese well educated, fun loving and well informed about the
world around them. It's this blending of the ancient and modern that makes
Bhutan endlessly fascinating.
Taktsang is
one of the most important Buddhist monasteries in Bhutan. It is situated on a
vertical cliff 3000m north of Paro. The monastery was built in 1692. According
to legend, Guru Rinpoche flew on this cliff from Tibet on the back of a flaming
tigress.
Tshechu is
the annual religious festival in Bhutan. It is conducted in all the dzongs and
major monasteries. Tshechus are social gatherings where people from near and
far gather to witness mask dances and cultural items.
Dzongs were
ancient forts that are used today as the administrative centers. Dzongs follow
typical Bhutanese architecture with a wide base and tapering top. They are also
ornately decorated in various colors and shapes. Dzongs were built without
using a single nail.
Bhutan has
some of the highest unclimbed mountains in the world – Mount Jhomolhari, Jitchu
Drake, etc. The government prohibits mountaineering in the peaks which the
Bhutanese believe are the abode of deities and spirits.
Bhutan’s
treks will take you through physically challenging routes that include crossing
high mountain passes and snow. You may also be bothered by leeches but it is
worth all the trouble because of the pristine natural beauty you will witness.
You will also come in close contact with hardy highlanders and farmers but
thankfully there will be ponies to carry your packs!
Tour
Duration:- 07 Nights / 08Days
Inclusions:-
Day 01: Arrive Paro
drive to Thimphu.
Day 02: Thimphu.
Day 03: Thimphu – Punakha.
Day 04: Punakha
Excursion to Gangtey.
Day 05: Punakha – Paro.
Day 06: Paro.
Day 07: Paro Excursion
to Chele la Pass.
Day 08: Paro - Onward
destination.
Accommodation.
Breakfast.
Transportation and
sightseeing as per the itinerary only (Vehicle, NOT at disposal).
Return Airfare.
Day 01: Arrive Paro
– Thimphu.
Assistance
upon arrival at Paro and transfer to Thimphu.
Upon arrival
check in at hotel. Evening visit the Tashichho Dzong.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 02: Thimphu
Today full
day sightseeing of Thimphu visiting Memorial Chorten,
National
Library, School of Art and Crafts, Textile & Folk Heritage
Museum.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 03: Thimphu –
Punakha
Depart for
Punakha via Dochula pass (3150m). Enroute visit the Chimi Lhakhang.
Visit the
most impressive Dzong, Punakha Dzong.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 04: Punakha:
Excursion to Gangtey
Today we
will do the full day excursion tour to Gangtey and the
beautiful
valley of Phobjika, the Home to the endangered Black Necked
Crane.
After the
visit, retrace back to Punakha.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 05: Punakha –
Paro
Retrace back
towards Paro visiting Buddha Dordenma, the giant Buddha
Statue near
Simtokha.
Rest of the
time at leisure.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 06: Paro
Guest has
the option to undertake the hike to the Tiger’s Nest,
Taktsang or
make the local visit of Drugyel Dzong, and the photostop at
the view of
the Tiger’s nest, the Rinpung Dzong, National Museum and
Kitchu
Lhakhang.
Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 07: Paro
Excursion
drive to Chele-la pass, drive is through Plue pine &
Rhododendron
forest for 45 KM you reach Chele-la pas( 4200 meters).
From this
point one can have a superb views of mount Chomolhari &
Jichu
Drakey. This is a very good place to walk around for few minutes
enjoying the
view
Return back
to Paro. Rest of the time at leisure or last minute shopping
Overnight at
the hotel
Day 08: Paro -
Onwards Destination
Transfer to
the airport for the flight to onward destination.
