Bhutan 5N 6D Tour

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrive Paro by Druk Air

  The flight into Bhutan takes you over the great Himalayas, offering the scintillating scenery of the world's highest glacial peaks. As you enter Paro valley, you will see the silvery Pa Chu (Paro river) meandering down the valley, the Paro Dzong (fortress) and Ta Dzong (watch tower). On arrival, received by our representative and transfer to Thimphu ( 55 km, 2 hours ), the modern capital town of Bhutan.
• Day 2 : Thimphu

  Today's full day of sightseeing in Thimphu valley includes, visit to ;
  
  National Library(closed on Sat & Sun), which holds a vast collection of ancient Buddhist texts and manuscripts, some dating back several hundred years, as well as modern academic books mainly on Himalayan culture and religion;
  
  Textile and Folk Heritage Museum: These museums, both of which opened in 2001, provide fascinating insights into Bhutanese material culture and way of life.
  
  Handicrafts Emporium ; it displays wide assortment of beautifully handwoven and crafted products.
  
  Memorial Chorten ; the beautiful stupa built in the memory of Bhutan's third King. The paintings and statues inside
  the monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy.
  
  Trashichhodzong ; the beautiful fortress/monastery which houses Secretariate building, King's Throne room and
  other government's offices. It is also the summer residence of Chief Abbot.
  Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
• Day 3 : Thimphu / Punakha (75km, 3hrs drive )

  After breakfast, drive up to Dochu-la pass (3,088m/ 10,130 ft) stopping briefly here to take in the view and admire the chorten, mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendagang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m ), Jejegangphugang (7,158 m ), Kangphugang (7,170 m ), Zongphugang (7, 060 m ), a table mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana - finally Gangkar puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m
  
  On arrival, check into the Hotel . In the afternoon in Punakha , visit Punakha Dzong, a massive structure built at the junction of two rivers. It was the capital of Bhutan until 1955, and still serves as the winter residence of the monk body. The first King, Ugyen Wangchuck was crowned here in 1907. The fortress has withstood several damages from fire, earthquake and flood. The latest flood of Oct' 1994 caused great damages to
  the fortress but miraculously spared the statue of Buddha Jojampa. Followed by vist to local market.
  Overnight at the Hotel in Punakha.
• Day 4 : Punakha / Paro ( 125 km, 4.1/2 hours drive)

  After breakfast drive to Paro . Upon arrival check in at the Hotel. Later visit TaDzong(closed on Sun & Mon), : once a watchtower, built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, Ta Dzong was inaugurated as Bhutan's National Museum in 1968. It holds fascinating collection of art, relics, religious thangkha paintings and Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps. The museum circular shape augments its varied collection displayed over several floors Afterwards, walk down a hillside trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, which has a long and fascinating history. Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal , the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. A walk through the bridge, over a stone inlaid path, offers a good view of the architectural wonder of the Dzong as well as life around it. It is also the venue of Paro Tshechu, held once a year in the spring.
  Overnight at Hotel in Paro.

  • Hotspots Rinpung Dzong, National Museum
• Day 5 : Paro

  Morning after breakfast excursion to Taktshang 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 recognised 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.
  
  Afternoon : Visit Kyichu Lakhang : It is one of the oldest and most sacred shrines of the Kingdom dating back to 7th century (the other is Jambey Lhakahng in
  Bumthang). The lhakhang complex is composed of two temples. The first temple was built by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century and in 1968, H.M. Ashi Kesang, the Queen Mother of Bhutan, built the second temple in same original pattern.
  Overnight at the Hotel in Paro.
• Day 6 : Depart Paro by Druk Air

  After breakfast drive to the airport for flight to onward destination.

Inclusions

• Hotel
• Sightseeing

Package Start From

• Paro, Bhutan, Asia

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