Best of Bhutan Tour

Package Overview

"The Best of Bhutan is probably the best way to explore the best of Bhutanese culture and history. And with Access Nepal you feel like having a Royal Trip into one of the last kingdoms on Earth."

Heartily welcome to the legendary mountain kingdom in the Himalayas, the last Shangri-La - Bhutan. Bhutan is wedged between two Asian giants - India and China, bestowed by nature with an incredible diversity in topography resulting in a wide range of flora and fauna. Bhutan's elevation from a few hundred meters above sea level to among the highest mountains, makes it one of the most diverse countries in terms of topography.

Moreover, Bhutan is also recognized by UNESCO as one of 10 centers for bio-diversity, all within a distance of 150 kilometers resulting in sub-tropical climate to Arctic-like climate. Bhutan is the only last remaining country which follows the Vajrayana Buddhism as the state religion.

The Best of Bhutan Tour with Access Nepal is basically a road journey form one Bhutanese town to other sighting the best cultural opulences of this wonderful landlocked kingdom.

Fly to the Land of Thunder Land from any city that links Paro via air, enjoy the best of Bhutan and have a holiday of lifetime with Access Nepal.

Trip Length : 7 Days
Activities : Sightseeing
Difficulty : Leisurely
Max Elevation : 3050m/10006ft at Dochula pass
Meal : Full board in Bhutan & breakfast@ktm
Accommodation : Hotel to hotel
Transportation : Private vehicle
Best Month : March to June & Sep to Dec
Group Size : 2+Entire cold beverage & bar bills in Bhutan trip
Expenses of personal nature
Travel Insurance
Cost of Laundry, phone calls etc
Tips

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Fly to Paro and Drive to Thimpu

  Today you will enter the Land of Dragon. You have options to fly from several cities to Paro. You can fly from Bangkok, Delhi or Kathmandu to Paro. The flight to Paro is beautiful as the aircraft comes closer to Paro, we get to see snowcapped Himalayan peaks and just after entering Paro Valley the view of Paro Dzong overlooking Paro River is a great view. On our arrival at Paro, we are cordially welcomed by our representative in Bhutan who will escort you to Bhutanese capital Thimpu in a private vehicle. the drive to Thimpu is a scenic 75 minutes drive along Thimpu Highway. On arriving at Thimpu we transfer to our hotel.
• Day 2 : Sightseeing Tour of Thimphu

  Today the real cultural tour of Bhutan begins and the best way to begin from is Bhutanese capital, Thimpu. In Thimpu, we visit Trashichhoedzong, the beautiful medieval time fortress/monastery, which is now the Bhutanese government's integral building holding many governement offices and King's throne. Trashichhoedzong is also the summer home of Je Khenpo, the Chief Abbot in Bhutan. The cultural tour of Thimpu continues to the National Library which holds the wide array of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts. Explore Arts and Crafts School to witness the fantastic ongoing workshops of Thanka Paintings and encounter the living traditions of Bhutan at Textile and Folk Heritage Museums before the lunch.
  
  Post lunch, the sightseeing tour of Thimpu, takes you to the Handicrafts Emporium followed by a visit to Stupa of Memorial Chorten (monument built in the memory of Father of Modern Bhutan- the third king of Bhutan). After a thorough exploration of Bhutanese capital ,we drive back to the hotel in Thimpu.
• Day 3 : Drive to Punakha 75km 3hrs and Sightseeing Tour of Punakha

  After the breakfast,we drive to Punakha which is 75 km drive accross Dochu La Pass 3100m. On our arrival at Punakha we drive in to our hotel in the city. Then, we set out ot explore the city.Visit 17th century strategically built Punakha Dzong which survived several fires and earthquakes. The Dzong at the confluence of Pho and Chhu Rivers is now absolutely restored. Explore the Dzong which hold significant history in this part of Bhutan. After through exploration of the city we drive back to our hotel in Punakha.
• Day 4 : Drive to Gangtey Via Wangdueprodhang

  After the breakfast, we begin to drive towards Wangdiphodrang. At Wangdiphodrang we visit the Dzong and the local market. The place also highlightsbamboo products, slate and stone carvings. We have our lunch at Wangdiphodrang and head towards Gangtey. On arriving at Gangtey we drive in to our hotel and freshen up. Then we set out to explore the city. Gangtey is Bhutan's most beautiful surprise. Th e wide arid valley after penetrating the lush vegetation is truly the rarest experience in Bhutan. Today we explore Gangtey Monastery. At the end of the day we drive back to our hotel in Gangtey for the overnight stay.
• Day 5 : Sightseeing Tour of Gangtey and Drive to Paro

  Today the sightseeing cultural tour of Best of Bhutan continues. We explore Gangtey. In the close proximity to Gangtey Monastery, the fascinating village of Phobjhika lies. The wonderful village at the altitude of 2900m is a wonderful place to explore as we get to see wide diversity of wildlife because the village borders Black Mountain National Park. Explore the best of Gangtey and the best of Bbutan before the journey heads towards the biggest attraction of Best of Bhutan- Paro. En route to Paro once again we stop at Do chu La Pass for the views and visit the oldest Dzong in Bhutan Simtokha Dzong. On our arrival at Paro we are escorted into our hotel.
• Day 6 : Hike to Taktshang Monastery and Sightseeing Tour of Paro

  After the breakfast, today we are going on a hike. A five hour hike to and fro to a cliff hanging monastery is probably the biggest highlight of Short Cultural Tour of Bhutan. Taktsang Monastery also knwon as Tiger's Nest because of the myth that states the visit of Guru Rinpoche on a Tiger back nestles on a cliff that hangs 90m above Paro. We hike up to the monastery, explore aorund and hike back down to Paro for the lunch.
  
  Post lunch, we visit Ta Dzong, the National Museum of the Kingdom. The monument was orginally a Watch Tower. However since 1967 it is a National Museum holding a huge collection of arts, artifacts, thankas and postal stamps. The final destination of the enetire Short Cultural Tour of Bhutan is Ripung Dzong which also has a long significant history in Bhutan. Overnight in a hotel at Paro.Originally built as Watch Tower since 1967 it is acting as the National Museum of the country and holding fascinating collection of art, artifacts, thangkha paintings and Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong which has a long and fascinating history.Overnight in a hotel at Paro.
• Day 7 : Depart Paro

  Our representative will drive you to Paro International Airport on time so that you board a plane to your onward destination on time. Have a safe flight home and travel with Access Nepal.

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• 06 Nights/ 07 Days Full Board Tour to Bhutan with full of of Meals, B.L.D. & Gov. Approved Accommodation(3 stars)
• Bhutan Visa Fee and Bhutan Travel Permit
• English Speaking Tour Guide in Bhutan Tour, his entire expenses
• All required Gov and Local Taxes

Exclusions

• Entire cold beverage & bar bills in Bhutan trip
• Expenses of personal nature
• Travel Insurance
• Cost of Laundry, phone calls etc
• Tips

Price & Rates

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Thirbam Sadak,Acharya Galli Central Region, Kathmandu, Nepal - 44600
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