Paradise Bhutan
(Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Trongsa, and Bumthang)
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Arrive Paro Reception by representative, escort to the designated hotel in Paro. Afternoon: Visit to Ringpung Dzong built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal the founder of Drukyul (Bhutan) and walk down the stone path and traditional Bhutanese cantilever bridge. |
(Lunch / Dinner) Hotel - Paro |
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Morning; Visit the ruins of Drugyal Dzong (victory fort) with the air of Jhomolhari Mountain (alt 7320m) which is the only mountain covered with snow peak throughout the year. The Dzong was built in the 16th century to commemorate 8 Bhutanese victory over the invading Mongol and Tibetan army. On the way back visit Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest monastery in Bhutan. Evening: visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum, over looking Paro valley, over night at the hotel. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel - Thimphu |
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Morning: after breakfast drive to Thimphu, Visit National Library and Bhutanese Textile museum Afternoon: visit Tashichodzong, Bhutan’s administrative and religious center. Tashichodzong, on the banks of the Wang chu, houses the throne room of His Majesty the King of Bhutan, Government Ministries, The nation’s largest monastery and headquarters of His Holiness the Je Khenpo ( Head of Monastic Body) and monk body. Later visit hand-made paper factory. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Thimpu |
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Morning; drive to Punakha District over the pass of Dochola (10,000 ft) for a breath taking & spectacular view of the Himalayan ranges & a cluster of beautiful Stupas. After lunch; visit Punakha Dzong, Visit Punakha Dzong which stands between Pho Chu and Mo Chu (Male & Female River). |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Punakha |
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Depart for Trongsa, enroute Phobjikha valley, the roosting place of Black Necked crane. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Trongsa |
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Depart for Jakar after sightseeing in Trongsa. Visit the Trongsa Dzong-the biggest Dzong in Bhutan, perched on the rim of the valley, can be seen from every approach. The Royal family has strong links with Trongsa. Both His Majesty the King Ugyen Wangchuk, the Penlop of Trongsa and his successor, King Jigme Wangchuk, ruled the country from Trongsa’s ancient Dzong. The crown prince of Bhutan has always held the position of the Trongsa Penlop prior to ascending the throne. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Trongsa. |
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Sight seeing; Includes the visit of Jakar Dzong, Bumthang Kuja Lhakang, Jampa lhakhang and drive to the flaming lake – Member Tsho-where the sacred religious treasures were discovered by the great saint Tertoen Pema Lingpa (Treasure finder) in 15th century. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Bumthang |
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Transfer to Punakha, enroute visit Ta Dzong in Trongsa (the watch tower). Enjoy the unique and pristine environment with leisure time to take photography on you way back. |
(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Hotel Punakha |
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Morning: Depart for Thimphu via Do Chula pass (10,000 ft); visit National Textile museum and weaving centre. Evening: visit Bhutanese paper factory and leisure time for shopping. |
(Breakfast) Hotel - Thimphu |
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Morning: visit to folk heritage museum, Zorig cho-sum (Arts & crafts school) & National medicine center. Afternoon: Visit the memorial Chorten, built in memory of the third King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, drive to Sangaygang for a bird’s eye view of Thimphu city and on the way back stop to see the takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Evening: drive to Paro. |
(Breakfast) Hotel - Paro |
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Transfer to the airport |
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Pricing and Details
(Prices quoted based on 2 persons sharing a double
room. Prices in UK sterling. ( USD / Euros prices are approx guide
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