Black Necked-Crane festival /Fixed Departure

Package Overview

DESTINATION: Gangtey (128km from Thimphu / 4hr drive)
DATE: November 11, 2023
TOUR: Fixed Departure

It is a day celebration, celebrated at the courtyard of Gangtey Gompa in Phobjikha valley, Wangdue Phodrang district. The festival is an occasion for the locals to rejoice and celebrate the arrival of the majestic bird, Black Necked Cranes. This festival is partly to create awareness, in protecting and preserving this endangered bird which has become inseparable and a part of people’s daily winter lives. The program is highlighted by the crane dance and other cultural shows performed by the students. The festival is also graced by people from locals, far and nearby districts and at large the enthusiastic visitors from around the globe. It is performed every year on 11th November co-in siding with the birth day of our fourth King Jigme Singye Wangchuck.

Day wise Itinerary

• Day 1 : Arrival in Paro- Thimphu / ALT 2320M

  Program & Highlight
  • Entering the Gross National Happiness Country, Thimphu City, nestled in the broad Himalayas gives the tranquility and harmony with nature.
  • Visit cultural events, monuments, textile, museums and handicrafts in Thimphu City.
  Overnight in Thimphu

  • Themes Forts and Palaces, Monuments & Historical Places, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Bhutan Boutique Residency [ 3 Star ]
• Day 2 : Thimphu to Gangtey / Alt 2800M

  Program & Highlight.
  • Stopping for cup of coffee at Dochu la is worth seeing Bhutan with beautiful stupas built on foreground and the staggering views of Himalayas at a distance. Overnight in Gangtey.

  • Themes Bird Watching, Forts and Palaces, Monuments & Historical Places, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Yue Loki / Home Stay [ 3 Star ]
• Day 3 : Gangtey, Crane festival / ALT 2800M

  Highlight.
  • Rejoice the celebration with locals and colorful dances.
  Overnight in Gangtey

  • Themes Bird Watching, Entertaining Live Shows, Monuments & Historical Places, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Yue Loki / Home Stay [ 3 Star ]
• Day 4 : Gangtey to Punakha / ALT 1200 / 4 hrs drive

  Highlight:
  • Visit the newly renovated Wangdue Dzong on the way.
  • Magnificent Punakha Dzong adorned with Pho Chu and Mo Chu rivers.
  • Chimi Lhakhang and discover the magic of the Devine mad man, Lama Drukpa Kuenlay.
  • And many more.
  Overnight in Punakha

  • Themes Forts and Palaces, Monuments & Historical Places, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Kingaling / Punakha Residency [ 3 Star ]
• Day 5 : Punakha to Paro / ALT 2200M

  Highlight.
  • Paro valley, the home to Buddhist monasteries and mysteries.
  • Dzongs and Museums
  • Medicinal Hot stone baths
  • Many more.
  Overnight in Paro

  • Themes Forts and Palaces, Monuments & Historical Places, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Ratna Vara [ 3 Star ]
• Day 6 : Paro, Hike to Taktsang. / ALT 3120M

  Highlight.
  • Taking a hike to Taktsang monastery is the most rewarding. It is solely because of its unique location of the monastery that is unbelievably perched on the sheer cliff, with a height of 900m above the ground level. It is wonder to be there.
  Overnight in Paro

  • Themes Adventure, Bird Watching, Hiking, Monuments & Historical Places, Museums, Sightseeing
  • Accommodation Hotel Ratna Vara [ 3 Star ]
• Day 7 : Departure from Paro:

  You will drive to Paro International airport and bid farewell by our representatives

  • Themes Sightseeing

Inclusions

• MAP (Room + Breakfast + Lunch/Dinner)
• Hotel
• Sightseeing
• Transfers
• Pickup-Drop
• Private Cab
• Private Guide
• Welcome Drink
• Accommodation
• Mineral Water
• Visa Services
• Non Veg Meals
• Veg Meals
• Veg & Non Veg Meals
• Government Royalty SDF and Tax

Exclusions

• 1. Fight to and from Bhutan
• 2. Alcoholic beverage
• 3. Travel Insurance.
• 4. Entry fee to Parks & Monuments.
• 5. 4 & 5 Star Accommodation (Extra charge will apply)
• 6. Personal expenses
• 7. Tips for guide & driver.
• 8. Domestic flight ( Available on request)

Price & Rates

Accommodation

Package Start From

• New Delhi, Delhi, India, Asia

DISCOUNTS.

• • INDIVISUAL DISCOUNT: 50% on minimum daily package shall be given to one person in a group of 11 people. 100% discount shall be given to one member in a group exceeding 16 persons.
• • GROUP DISCOUNT: More people, More discount in PACKAGES.
• • Balance payment: The remaining payment or 100% payment must be made one week prior to the arrival date or can be done on the arrival day in Bhutan.

Terms & Conditions

This Tour is Offered by

• Hejo - 1101
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