6 Dyas Bhutan Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Paro Drive Paro - Thimpu

  Meeting and assistance upon arrival and drive to Thimpu.
  The flight to Paro is one of the most spectacular in entire Himalayas. Flying along the Himalayan range from Kathmandu - the journey offers fascinating views and an exciting descent into the Kingdom. Bhutan’s first 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 met by our representative - and afterwards drive to Thimphu - the capital town of Bhutan with en-route stop at Chuzom - the confluence of Thimphu and Paro rivers. Three different style of stupas; Tibetan - Nepalese and Bhutanese adorn this confluence. Shortly before reaching Chuzom - you will see on your left Tschogang Lhakhang - "the temple of the excellent horse". It is a private temple - built in 15th century - as the result of visitation from Balaha - the excellent horse - a manifestation of Chenrezig - the compassionate Buddha.
  On arrival check-into the hotel. The capital town of Bhutan and the Center of government - religion and commerce - Thimphu is a unique city with unusual mixture of modern development alongside ancient traditions. With the population of about 90,000 it is perhaps still the world’s only capital city without a traffic light.
  Evening an exploratory walk around Thimphu main street and market area.
  Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 2 : In Thimpu

  Morning sightseeing in Thimphu valley including visit to the following: the National Library, housing an extensive collection of priceless Buddhist manuscripts; the Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan’s 1 3 traditional arts and crafts.
  Later visit Textile and Folk Heritage Museum, a fascinating testimony of the Bhutanese material culture and living traditions.
  After lunch, visit King's Memorial Chorten continuously circumambulate by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this landmark was the idea of Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck ("the father of modern Bhutan") who has wished to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a monument to peace.
  Later in the afternoon visit Tashichho Dzong, "fortress of the glorious religion". This is the center of government and religion, site of monarch’s throne room and seat of Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Shab Drang-Drung Glacier Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans.
  
  Later drive to Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodrang). Located at a short drive from Thimphu u city center, visitors can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from the Buddha point (Kuensel Phodrang). You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley.
  Evening time can be spent strolling through the government-run Handicrafts Emporium and local crafts bazaar, to browse through example of Bhutan's fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand-woven textiles, thangka paintings, masks, ceramics, slate and wood carvings, jewelry, interesting items made from local materials.
  Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 3 : Drive Thimpu - Punakha (75 Km, 3 Hrs Approx)

  Morning drive to Punakha across Dochula pass (3,O8Om). In Bhutan, the passes are marked by a large Bhutanese Chorten and prayer flag. Dochula pass offers the most spectacular view over the high peaks of the eastern Himalayas on a clear day.
  Afternoon visit Punakha Dzong or (Palace of Great Happiness), built at the junction of the Pho Chu and Mochu rivers in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal. This majesticdzong served as both the religious and the administrative center of Bhutan in the past. It measures some 600 by 240 feet and has a six-story, gold-domed tower. Inside are courtyards and religious statuary that hint at the depth of history and spiritual tradition embodied here. Your guide will illuminate your understanding of this intricate culture that is exotic to us, though long established here.
  Later in the day excursion to Chimi Lhakhang (from hotel it is about 15 minutes drive till motor able road and then walk starts through paddy fields and villages. This is total about 1.1/2 hour walk, including both way)
  The Chimi Lhakhang, situated on a hillock in the center of the valley, also known as the temple of fertility. It is widely believed that couples who do not have children and wanting one, if they pray at this temple, they are usually blessed with a child very soon. The trail leads across rice fields to the tiny settlement of Pana, meaning ‘field’. A walk through the village near the temple will give you rare glimpses into the daily life and lifestyle of the villagers.
  Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 4 : Drive Punakha - Paro (125 Kms, 4Hr Drive)

  Morning drive to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley.
  En route visit Simtokha Dzong,
  Later in the day after checking into hotel, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangka paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts.
  Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala.
  Overnight at the hotel.

  • Hotspots : Rinpung Dzong, National Museum

• Day 5 : Paro

  Morning excursion to Taktsang Monastery (5hrs hike): It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. This site has been recognized as a most sacred place and visited by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime. On 19 April, 1998, a fire severely damaged the main structure of building but now this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to its original splendour.
  On the way back to town stop at Drukgyal Dzong, a ruined fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Jomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory fro m the approach road to the Dzong.
  Along the way, visit the 7th century Kichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
  Evening an exploratory walk around main street and market area..
  Overnight at the hotel.

• Day 6 : Depart Paro

  Our services ends this day with departure transfer to airport to board flight for onward destination.

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Closing Days Of Some Of Monuments Mentioned In Itinerary:

• Ta Dzong – Paro (National Museum) : Closed On Sun & Mon


• National Library – Thimphu : Closed On Sat, Sun & Government Holidays


• Folk Heritage Museum - Thimphu : Closed On Government Holidays And On Sat Open From 10.30 A.M To 1.00 P.M And On Sun Open From 11.30 A.M To 3.00 P.M


• Textile Musuem – Thimphu : Closed On Government Holidays And On Sun And On Sat Open From 9.00 A.M To 4 P.M


• Institute Of Zorig Chusum (Arts & Crafts School) - Thimphu : Closed On Sun & Government Holidays And On Sat Open From 10 A.M To 12 O’Clock.

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