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Journeys to Bhutan - BTCSH
BHUTAN: Perched high on the mighty Himalayan range, the Kingdom of Bhutan has defied globalization and chosen to remain a hidden paradise. There’s a place on earth that even the seasoned travelers consider a privilege to visit. Bhutan is the last bastion of vajrayana Buddhism, a spiritual practice that is known to be one of the most profound schools of teaching in the Buddhist world. The sacred monasteries, the fluttering prayer flags that line the high ridge, the red robed monk chanting their prayer give this kingdom an aura of another time. This is BHUTAN: Known to its inhabitants as Druk Yul -- "the Land of the Thunder Dragon"
Welcome to Bhutan
Itinerary : 5nights /6days
Day1: Arrive toParo: The flight into Paro on the national carrier Druk Air, the only Air line of Bhutan. From a window seat on clear days you can experience a spectacular view of the Himalaya peaks as you approach Paro. Upon arrival you will be met by your guide and drive to have refreshment at Paro, Alt: 7364ft. Afternoon visit National Museum and Paro Dzong evening 1 hr drive to capital city of Thimphu, Over night at Hotel.
Day2: Thimphu------Sightseeing: This morning you will start the day by visiting the National memorial chorten (shrine) a monument dedicated to the 3rd king. Visit Traditional Painting School, a school for Bhutan’s 13 traditional Arts and crafts, stop at Traditional handmade paper from Daphne plant. It is worth a visit to get to know the living national art of weaving. Afternoon, take a short drive to upper Thimphu valley to see our national animal Takin. You can also go for short hike on the nature trail by the Radio tower. After that you can stroll around the street of Thimphu. Overnight at Hotel.
Day3: Thimphu------Punakha: 3hrs / 77 km. Start your drive through a forest of pine and hemlock, festooned with hanging lichens high up Dochula pass /Alt: 10142ft. This pass offers panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain ranges, as we descend along a series of curve road to the fertile valley of Punakha / Alt: 4430ft. Before proceeding further to Punakha town, we will take a short 45 Minutes walk to Chimi Lakhang a temple on a small hill top. This temple is dedicated to the great yogi of 14th century, known as Drukpa Kuenly or popularly called the “Divine Madman”. Halt overnight, at Punakha.
Day4: Punakha ------Paro: 140/km, 4hrs. Morning visit the impressive Dzong, after your visit, Start drive uphill to the great Dochula Pass offers another chance to view the astonishing Himalayan ranges. En-route stop at Thimphu and spend few hours for last minute shopping and for pictures. In the small shops you can find antique textiles, prayer flags, and great collections of Bhutanese books. Overnight in Paro.
Day5: Paro: Day Hike to Taksang (Tigers Nest) Start the day with short drive to Paro’s upper valley. On a clear day you’ll have an unforgettable view of the “Goddess” Mt.Chomolhari at 23,640 feet. Afterward, it’s a short drive to Taksang trail head. Hike to Taksang Monastery, the most famous monastery in Bhutan. Taksang means “Tiger Nest” so named because Guru Rinpoche reportedly flew to the site on the back of a flying tiger late in the 7th century. Between blue pines and a blue sky, the monastery perches miraculously on a cliff nearly 2,700feet above Paro’s valley floor. Break along the way for tea and snacks in small tea house. Over night at Paro.
Day6: Paro ------Delhi: Say goodbye to Bhutan and board a flight for onward destinations. We hope you’ll carry this gentle kingdom in your heart: May it brings peace to you and others. Have a safe journey home.
Tashi Delek
Hotel / 1 pax / 2 pax / 3 n above / Single supplement3*** / $ 1672 / $ 1597 / $ 1374 / $ 224
4* & 5* / $ 6075 / $ 3957 / $ 4017 / $ 1045
Rate 2012
3*** / $ 1896 / $ 1717 / $ 1597 / $ 299
Hotels used in the itinerary
3 *** Hotel
Thimphu – River view or similar
Paro -- Tenziling or similar
Punakha – Meri punsum
4 * & 5* Hotel
Thimphu – Termalinca or Taj Tashi
Paro ------Zhiwaling or Uma Paro
Punakha – Aman kora
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