Discover Bhutan

Cities Covered :

• Thimphu     : 2 Nights
• Punakha     : 2 Nights
• Paro            : 2 Nights

Highlights:

Thimphu:

• Tashichho Dzong
• City Tour of Thimpu
• Buddha Dordenma (169 Feet Giant Buddha Statue)

Punakha:

• Dochu La Pass
• City Tour of Punakha
• Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of the Divine)
• Punakha Dzong (Punakha Fortress)
• Mesmerizing Suspension Bridge
• Day trip to Gangtey valley

Paro:

• City Tour of Paro with Visit to National Museum
• Kitchu Lhakhang
• Day trip to Chele La Pass

Meals:

• 06 Buffet Breakfast
• 05 Indian Lunches / Packed Lunches
• 06 Dinner at Indian Restaurant

Guide:

• English speaking local guide

Day 1: –Arrive Paro. Transfer to Thimphu. Evening visit to Tashichho Dzong.

(Dinner)        

Welcome to Bhutan!!!

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.

Arrive at the international airport in Paro, please clear immigration, meet your local guide at the airport and transfer to the capital city Thimphu.

We will take an hour of pleasant driving along the Pa Chu [Paro River] till Chunzum, the confluence point of Pa Chu and Wang Chu [Thimphu River]. From here the road climbs steadily as we drive upstream along the Wang Chu passing the villages of Kharbije, Khasadrapchhu and Namseling.

Later in the evening visit the very famous Tashichho Dzong.

Dinner & Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 02: – Full Day City Tour of Thimphu. Visit to Buddha Dordenma.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

After breakfast we proceed for full day guided tour of Thimphu. Visit the Memorial Chorten, view the paintings and statues inside the monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy.

Discover the history of Bhutan imprinted in archaic texts, which are preserved at the National Library. Besides thousands of manuscripts and ancient texts, the library also has modern academic books and printing blocks for prayer flags.

The Folk Heritage Museum (Phelchey Toenkhyim).

After your lunch visit the famous Changangkha Lhakhang.

It is time to witness the National Animal of Bhutan, Takin, at the Takin Reserve. Takin are related to sheep and weigh up 650 kgs. According to the local folktale, the Devine Madman, DrukpaKunley, created the Takin by joining the goat’s head in the body of the Cow. This interesting animal is an endangered species found only in few pockets of the Himalayas.

Next we will visit Buddha Dordenma, which is one of the largest Buddha statue in the World at 169 feet. The body of the Buddha is filled with 1,25,000 smaller statues of Buddha. The view of the Thimphu valley is spectacular from this point.

Dinner & Overnight in Thimphu.

Day 3: – Depart for Punakha via the Dochula Pass. Enroute visit the Chimi Lhakhang, and Punakha Dzong.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

After breakfast, depart for Punakha via the scenic Dochu La Pass, which is surely one of the most beautiful passes in the world. Decorated with small chortens on lush green hillside, this place tells an interesting story of spirituality, bravery, and Bhutanese culture.

It is about 20 km from Thimphu is a concentration of 108 memorial stupas known as “Druk Wangyal Chortens.” so a popular tourist attraction that any traveler would want to witness on their journey through Bhutan.

Enroute packed lunch will be provided.

After Lunch, it is time to take a beautiful hike on the paddy fields towards Chimi Lhakhang, the temple of the Devine Mad Man called Drukpa Kuenley. We can take a picturised and leisurely walk through the paddy field, no steep climb here, just easy walk in the paddy field.

On arrival at Punakha, transfer and check in to hotel.

Later visit the arguably the most beautiful Dzong in the country, Punakha Dzong. The dzong houses the sacred relics of the southern Drukpa Lineage of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism.

Dinner & Overnight in Punakha.

Day 04:- Day Trip to Gangtey Valley.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

After Breakfast, Proceed for the excursion to one of the most beautiful spots in Bhutan, Gangtey valley.A few kilometers beyond the Gangtey Monastery, on the valley floor lies the village of Phobjikha.

Witness winter home of endangered Black Necked Cranes that migrate from the arid plains in the north to pass winter in milder and lower climate.

Lunch / Packed Lunch during Tour.

Dinner & Overnight in Punakha.

Day 05:- Depart Punakha / Arrive Paro. Punakha City Tour with National Museum Visit.

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

After Breakfast Today we will retrace towards Dochula Pass and Simtokha, continue the descend along the Wang Chu [Thimphu River] to meet Pa Chu [Paro River] at Chunzom, the confluence point of Pa Chu and Wang Chu. It will be interesting for the guest to take the walk on the bridge of the confluence point. Notably are the 03 Chortens at the confluence point, of different style, 01 pertaining to Tibetan Style, the other of the Nepali Style and the last one of the Bhutanese style. After the photographic session, we will continue our journey towards Paro along the Pa Chu.

A few kilometres from Chunzum is the Thamchok Lhakhang, a private temple owned by the descendent of the famous Tibetan bridge builder, Thangthong Gyelpo, also known as the “Iron Chain Bridge Builder”. Still you can see the iron chain bridge which is built by him. It is a photographer’s delight.

Later today, we will visit the Ta Dzong, the National Museum and the Rinpung Dzong [Paro Dzong].

After the visit, we will take the leisurely downhill walk to cross the typical Bhutanese Cantilever Bridge, one of the finest specimens in Bhutan with its shingle roof and two guard-houses at each end. At the other end of the bridge will be our car and further drive to Hotel.

Dinner & Overnight in Paro.

Day 06:- Day Trip to Chele La Pass. 

(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, we will proceed for our day trip to the most beautiful excursion of Chele La Pass.

It is at an elevation of 13000 ft, considered to be one of the highest motorable passes in Bhutan. After driving 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 Jhomolhari & Jichu Drakey. This is a very good place to walk around for few minutes enjoying the view.

Dinner & Overnight in Paro.

Day 07:- Depart Paro / Arrive Home.   

(Breakfast)

Today after breakfast check out from the hotel and we proceed to Airport to board our flight back home with sweet memories and souvenirs from Bhutan Holidays.