Package Itinerary
Arrival at Paro international airport - Thimphu: The flight to Paro is one of the spectacular in the entire Himalayas. Whether flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu or over the foothills from Kolkata, the journey offers fascinating view and an exciting descent into the kingdom. Bhutan’s gift to you as you disembark from the aircraft will be cool, clean fresh mountain air. After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be received by representative of Fly to Bhutan. Drive towards Thimphu (1 hour). Overnight in hotels in Thimphu
Thimphu (sightseeing): Visit Buddha point, visit king’s memorial stupa (the Memorial Chorten) continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring the mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this land mark was the idea of Bhutan’s Third king His majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (the father of modern Bhutan) who has wish to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serve both as a memorial to the late king and as a monument to peace. Evening visit to Tashichhodzong, means Fortress of Glorious Religion. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal built it in 1641. It houses the secretariat building, the throne room and the office of the king, and the central monk body. It was reconstructed in 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or Architectural plans. Then visit the Handicraft Emporium and local craft Bazaar, to get a glance of Bhutan’s fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand woven textiles, Thangkas, paintings, mask, ceramics slate and wood carving, jewelry, interesting item made from local materials.
Thimphu – Gangtey: Drive to Gangtey, which is 55 miles from Thimphu. On the way, stop at Dochu-la Pass (10,000 ft) for tea and snacks and to enjoy the most spectacular view of the eastern Himalayan mountain ranges. Also visit Punakha the former capital of Bhutan. The Punakha Dzong, build strategically at the junction of Pho Chhu and Mo Chhu rivers in 1637 by Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal to serve as religious and administrative center of the region, Punakha Dzong has played an important role in Bhutanese history. Gangtey is a beautiful place surrounded by snow-capped mountains in the distance with a landscape of rolling hills and green meadows. Overnight at guesthouse
Gangtey – Gogona: Begin the Gangtey Trek. Riding ponies can be provided if required. The trail winds through meadows and fields and the climb take us through a mixed forest of juniper, bamboo; magnolia and rhododendron to Tsele-la pass (10,900 ft). Overnight at camp. Altitude 9,800 ft; Distance 6 miles; Time 5-6 hours
Gogona – Khotokha: A gentle climb leads to Shobju-la pass (11,100 ft). The descent from the pass leads to a wide valley, surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges. Overnight at camp. Distance 10 miles; Time 6-7 hours
Khotokha – Chuzomsa: A short ascent will bring you to the Tashi-la pass (9,100 ft). You can walk through an ever-changing landscape into the drainage of Dangchu. Overnight at camp
Chuzomsa – Paro: Walk from Chuzomsa to the motor road, about 45 minutes. Drive to Paro (46 miles). In evening stroll in the town. Overnight in hotel
Paro [hike to Taktsang]: Today will also take what for many is the nightlight of Bhutan, a visit to the holy Tiger’s nest monastery. This involves a spectacular walk up to the lofty heights of the 300 years old Tiger’s nest monastery. Situated high above the Paro valley, the spectacular view from this ‘temple of Heaven’ are simply breathtaking. Please note this walk can take up to 3 hours but ponies can be provided for those who may find the walk a little too strenuous. Overnight at hotels in Paro
Departure: Early morning drive to Paro international airport after breakfast
Inclusion
Accommodation under twin sharing with breakfast
Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide
Private transport within Bhutan as per itinerary
Museum & Monuments entrance fee
Bottled water during the tour
Exclusion
International air fare
Laundry
Drinks
Phone Calls
Travel Insurance
Professional Guide
Gratitude to guide and diver
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Tour programs booked and subsequently cancelled are subjected to a cancellation charge as follows :
Within 21 days 10% of the rate
Within 14 days 15% of the rate
Within 7 days 30% of the rate
Less than 7 days 50% of the rate
After arrival in Bhutan 100%
