5 Nights 6 Days Bhutan Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : 23rd August, 2019 (Friday)-Arrival at Paro/Thimphu

  As you board your flight from Kathmandu into Paro valley, you will get to see some of the most breath taking scenic views of the Himalayas and the highest glacial peaks. Since the Paro airport runway is situated in a narrow valley between the high mountain peaks, you will have an exciting feeling to watch the professional pilots being able to land effortlessly.
  As you exit from the Paro airport, you will be met by our guide and chauffeured to your hotel in Thimphu. En-route visit to Tamchogg Lhakhang to visit the iron bridge reconstructed using original chain links from the famous Tibetan bridge builder Thangtong Gyelpo.
  Drive onwards to your hotel. Check in and have a lunch.
  Later in the afternoon, you will drive to visit the National Memorial Chorten. The stupa, built in 1974 to honor the third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck (1928–1972), is a prominent landmark in the city with its golden spires and bells. In 2008, it underwent extensive renovation. It is popularly known as "the most visible religious landmark in Bhutan".
  Followed by that drive to visit Buddha Dordenma. Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the mountains of Bhutan celebrating the 60th anniversary of fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The statue houses over thousands smaller Buddha statues, each of which, like the Buddha Dordenma itself, are made of bronze and gilded in gold. This statue is one of the largest Buddha rupas in the world, at 54 metres (177 ft) and contains 8-inch and 12-inch-tall gold gilded bronze Buddha.
  Later in the evening, drive to visit Tashichhodzong. Tashichho Dzong has been the seat of the government since 1952 and presently houses the throne room and offices of the king, the secretariat and the ministries of home affairs and finance. Other government departments are housed in buildings nearby. The dzong is located close to Thimphu town, next to the banks of the Wang Chhu River. It is an impressively large structure, surrounded by well-kept lawns and beautiful gardens.
  Spend one overnight at Hotel Dralha. Your accommodation will be in a Standard deluxe room on full board basis.

  • Themes : Adventure

• Day 2 : 24th August, 2019 (Saturday)-Thimphu

  A short distance up the road to the BBS tower viewpoint is a trail leading to a large fenced enclosure that was originally established as a zoo. It's worthwhile taking the time to see these oddball mammals. The best time to see them is early morning, when they gather near the fence to feed. Takin is the national animal of Bhutan, and a visit to Motithang Takin Preserve is a must-do in Thimphu. This one-of-its-kind animal can be found only in Bhutan which has got face of a goat, and the body of a cow. Legends have it that the formation of Takin was created by the Buddhist yogi Drupa Kunley. Followed by that, drive straight to visit the BBS tower. Among Thimphu’s many tourist attraction is the BBS Tower, also known by the name Sangaygang. Bhutan Broadcasting Service (BBS) runs the radio and television network of the country and has a telecommunication tower built on the hilltop. It is located at 2685m and offers the view of entire Thimphu valley.
  Onwards drive onwards to visit the Zilukha Nunnery. Drubthob Goemba monastery also called Zilukha nunnery is located on the slopes, looking down at Golf course and Tashicho Dzong with around 70 or so resident nuns. Zilukha is among the few nunneries in Bhutan. This is the biggest nunnery in Bhutan and is a good place to photograph and interact with the nuns and learn about what it takes and feels like to be a Bhutanese Buddhist Nun. You’ll see many nuns chanting prayers and turning prayer wheels in Zhlukha nunnery. In Bhutan, girls and women are admitted to nunneries for short to long period of time. They are educated in Buddhism here and after their graduation they dedicate their lives in serving the community at large. Spend some time interacting with the nuns and get to know their beliefs and worldview.
  Stop for a lunch at the local restaurant or at the hotel.
  After the lunch, drive onwards to visit the 13 arts and crafts school. This institute, commonly known as 'the painting school', operates four- to six-year courses that provide instruction in Bhutan's 13 traditional arts. Students specialize in painting (furniture, thangkas – painted religious pictures, usually on canvas), woodcarving (masks, statues, bowls), embroidery (hangings, boots, clothes) or statue-making (clay). The craft demonstrations are a photographers' dream and it's hard not to be impressed with the skill and discipline of the young students. The showroom sells good-value pieces made by students.
  Later in the afternoon, drive to visit the Jungshi paper making factory. The Jungshi handmade paper factory uses traditional methods to produce the authentic Bhutanese paper known as Deh-sho. The Jungshi paper factory continues to preserve and promote this age-old Bhutanese tradition. It also produces various other products, such as stationery and greeting cards. The factory uses the bark of two tree species, the Daphne tree and Dhekap tree in the manufacture of traditional paper. Visitors can observe the entire process of producing handmade paper using ancient traditional methods that have been practiced for generations. You can even try your hand at this ancient craft and make some paper of your very own as a souvenir. Deh-sho paper was originally used by monasteries for woodblock and manuscript books and also for writing prayer books.
  After the visit, rest of the time is for leisure.

  • Themes : Adventure

• Day 3 : 25th August, 2019 (Sunday)-Thimphu/Punakha

  Early this morning after breakfast, you will be chauffeured to Punakha (3 hour 30 mins drive). Located at a height of 4265 ft., Punakha valley, one of Bhutan’s most scenic destinations, is the perfect place to awaken the nature lover in you. Take in the splendid views of the Himalayas, listen to the sounds of the Mo Chhu and Po Chhu rivers that cut through the valley, or simply soak up the serene beauty of this gorgeous valley. As you pass through Punakha valley, en-route stop to visit Dochula to have a coffee break and admire the grand 108 stupas. If in good weather, feel the gentle breeze from the grand Mt. Himalaya.
  Then proceed onwards to visit the Chimi Lhakang. Situated on a small hill right in the centre of the valley, Chimi Lhakhang is dedicated to Lama Drukpa Kuenley. In 15th century, he used songs and humor to impart his teachings, which got him the name ‘the Divine Madman’. For centuries, this place of worship has been considered ‘the temple of fertility’. It’s believed that couples who don’t have children are blessed with newborns after praying at this temple.
  Stop for a lunch at one of the local restaurants.
  After lunch, drive onwards to visit Punakha Dzong. Built in 1967 at the junction of Mo Chhu and Pho Chhu rivers, Punakha Dzong serves as the administrative and religious centre of the region. With stunning views of the lush green Punakha valley, Punakha Dzong looks beautiful during the Punakha festival.
  Drive to your hotel and check in and rest. In the evening, you can stroll around the town to visit the local markets.
  Spend one overnight at Meri Phensum hotel. You accommodation will be in Standard room on Full board basis.

  • Themes : Adventure

• Day 4 : 26th August, 2019 (Monday)-Punakha/Paro

  Early this morning after breakfast, you will drive onwards to Paro (4 hours’ drive).
  On entering Paro valley, you will firstly drive to visit the Ta Dzong. Ta Dzong is the National Museum of Bhutan. Ta dzong means watch tower as it was used to serve as a watchtower and fortress to protect the Paro Rinpung Dzong. The museum has different galleries which provide better display and various categorizations such as anthropology, arms and armor, pre-history, manuscript, paintings, textiles, bronzes, decorative arts, philatelic items, epigraphic items and numismatics.
  Followed by that visit the Paro Rinpung dzong. One of the finest examples of architecture, the Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Paro Dzong, has a very spiritual environment. Beautifully lit-up at night, the dzong has many illustrations portraying the life of Buddha. A hike to the top of the fortress welcomes you with the spectacular view of nearby valleys. The dzong also holds the colorful annual festival Paro Tshechu which makes it even more impressive than it already is.
  After your visit, drive onwards to your hotel, check in and lunch.
  Later in the afternoon, you will drive to visit one of the local farmhouses. It is a traditional village house. The beauty of Paro valley is embellished by cluster of old fashioned farm houses. Bhutanese farm houses are very colourful, decorative and traditionally built without the use of single nail. All houses follow the same architectural pattern. A visit to Farm House is very interesting and offers a good glimpse into the lifestyle of a farmer.
  Spend two overnights in Tshering farm stay. Your accommodation will be in a farmhouse on full board basis.

  • Themes : Adventure

• Day 5 : 27th August, 2019 (Tuesday)-Paro

  After a wholehearted breakfast, you will drive to Ramthanka which the base to hike up to the Taktshang, or also known as ‘Tiger’s Nest’. Hanging precariously and magically from a rather steep cliff, the Taktshang monastery is a monument of genuine pride for the Bhutanese nation. It defies architectural principles to the core and amazes tourists from around the world. It is a sight to behold. Taktsang or the Tigers lair as the monastery is called, it is widely regarded is one of the most important monuments of spiritual significance in Bhutan.
  You can either stop on the way to enjoy a packed lunch from the hotel or have lunch at the Taktshang Cafeteria.
  Later in the afternoon, after the hike, drive to visit the Kyichu Lhakhang. Kyichu Lhakhang location is in the north of Paro town. It is one of the ancient, quiet and beautiful temples in Bhutan. Kyichu Lhakhang is considered one of the oldest temples in the Buddhist Himalayas. According to tradition, the first temple at Kyichu Lhakhang was built by the Tibetan Buddhist King Songtsen Gampo in the seventh century.
  In the evening, drive to visit one of the local handicraft shops. Bhutan has developed a perfect science to make arts and crafts where the skills represent the tradition, culture and history of Bhutan. Local people are manufacturing wonderful crafts such as Wooden Bowls and Cups, Cane and Bamboo Products, Woven Fabrics, Handmade Paper, Jackets, Containers, Rugs, Wall Hangings, Bags, Blankets, Wooden Masks and many more things. They have developed mainly thirteen categories which are known as ‘Zorig Chusum’, represent the history, culture and tradition of Bhutan.
  Drive back to the hotel.

  • Themes : Adventure

• Day 6 : 28th August, 2019 (Wednesday)-Paro/Outbound

  This morning you will be chauffeured to Paro airport to board your flight to Kathmandu.

  • Themes : Adventure

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