Vibrant Bhutan
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THIMPHU
Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital, occupies a valley in the
country’s western interior. In addition to being the government seat, the city
is known for its Buddhist sites. The massive Tashichho Dzong is a fortified
monastery and government palace with gold-leaf roofs. The Memorial Chorten, a
whitewashed structure with a gold spire, is a revered Buddhist shrine dedicated
to Bhutan’s third king, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck

PUNAKHA

PARO

Hotel
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Namgay Heritage | 2 |
2 | PARO | Tenziling Resort | 2 |
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Namgay Heritage | 2 |
2 | PARO | Tashi Namgay | 2 |
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Namgay Heritage | 2 |
2 | PARO | Tashi Namgay | 2 |
Itinerary
Arrival at Paro Airport – Thimphu
On arrival at Paro Airport and after completing your Visa / Permit formalities you will be received by our Bhutan representative who will assist you in boarding your vehicle for transfer to Thimphu (2320Mts / 7656Fts, 65 Kms / 01½ to 02 Hrs), Thimphu is the capital town of Bhutan. Evening free at Leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfasts go for Thimphu sightseeing covering – Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodong),Changangkha Lhakhang (Monastery), Motithang Takin Preservation Centre, Drupthob Goemba / Zilukha Nunnery, National Library (Closed on Saturday , Sunday & National Holiday), Institute for Zorig Chusum (Traditional Art & Craft School-Closed on Saturday , Sunday, National Holiday & During Summer & Winter Vacations), Textiles Museum (Handicrafts Shops - Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Zangthopelri Lhakhang (Monastery). Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu – Wangdi / Punakha Excursion – Thimphu
After breakfast drive to Wangdi (Wangdiphodrang) (1350Mts / 4430Fts, 70 Kms / 03 to 3½ Hrs One way). Wangdi is the last town on the highway before entering Central Bhutan. The drive is over Dochu La pass (3080Mts / 10102Fts) which is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan. At Punakha visit Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang (Monastery),Evening you drive back to Thimphu. Overnight at the Hotel.
Punakha / Wangdi – Paro
After breakfast transfer to Paro (2134Mts / 7000Fts, 135 Kms / 05 Hrs). Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden. On arrival Paro, check in to the hotel. Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast go for Paro Sightseeing covering Drukgyel Dzong (presently closed for tourist), Ta Dzong (National Museum-Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang (Monastery),Back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
OPTIONAL
PARO - FULL DAY HIKE TO TAKTSANG LHAKHANG (TIGER`S NEST)
Start the day early for a day hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tigers Nest Monastery) - The hike which is all the way uphill takes about 2 /3 hours one way through pine forests. Afternoon at leisure for go for shopping in the market. Overnight at Hotel.
Paro - Onward Connection
After breakfast transfer to Paro Airport for taking onward connection
Inclusions
- Non Ac Car (Tucsan or similar) from Paro Airport to Paro Airport as per itinerary
- Local Guide service in Bhutan
- Thimpu Sightseeing
- Excursion to Punakha including Dochu La Pass
- Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden
- Paro Sightseeing
Exclusions
- Airfare
- Porterage, personal expenses
- Hotel deposits if any
- Early check in or late check out
- Anything not included in Inclusions list is excluded
- Overseas Travel Insurance
Hotel
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Namgay Heritage | 2 |
2 | PARO | Tenziling Resort | 2 |
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Namgay Heritage | 2 |
2 | PARO | Tashi Namgay | 2 |
# | City Name | Hotel Name | Nights |
---|---|---|---|
1 | THIMPHU | Termalinca | 2 |
2 | PARO | Nak-Sel Boutique Hotel & Spa | 2 |
Itinerary
Arrival at Paro Airport – Thimphu
On arrival at Paro Airport and after completing your Visa / Permit formalities you will be received by our Bhutan representative who will assist you in boarding your vehicle for transfer to Thimphu (2320Mts / 7656Fts, 65 Kms / 01½ to 02 Hrs), Thimphu is the capital town of Bhutan. Evening free at Leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu Sightseeing
After breakfasts go for Thimphu sightseeing covering – Memorial Chorten, Tashichho Dzong, Buddha Point (Kuensel Phodong),Changangkha Lhakhang (Monastery), Motithang Takin Preservation Centre, Drupthob Goemba / Zilukha Nunnery, National Library (Closed on Saturday , Sunday & National Holiday), Institute for Zorig Chusum (Traditional Art & Craft School-Closed on Saturday , Sunday, National Holiday & During Summer & Winter Vacations), Textiles Museum (Handicrafts Shops - Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Zangthopelri Lhakhang (Monastery). Overnight at Hotel.
Thimphu – Wangdi / Punakha Excursion – Thimphu
After breakfast drive to Wangdi (Wangdiphodrang) (1350Mts / 4430Fts, 70 Kms / 03 to 3½ Hrs One way). Wangdi is the last town on the highway before entering Central Bhutan. The drive is over Dochu La pass (3080Mts / 10102Fts) which is very scenic with fascinating view of mountains of Bhutan. At Punakha visit Punakha Dzong, Chimi Lhakhang (Monastery),Evening you drive back to Thimphu. Overnight at the Hotel.
Punakha / Wangdi – Paro
After breakfast transfer to Paro (2134Mts / 7000Fts, 135 Kms / 05 Hrs). Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden. On arrival Paro, check in to the hotel. Afternoon free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.
Paro Sightseeing
After breakfast go for Paro Sightseeing covering Drukgyel Dzong (presently closed for tourist), Ta Dzong (National Museum-Closed on Saturday, Sunday & National Holiday), Rinpung Dzong, Kyichu Lhakhang (Monastery),Back to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
OPTIONAL
PARO - FULL DAY HIKE TO TAKTSANG LHAKHANG (TIGER`S NEST)
Start the day early for a day hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tigers Nest Monastery) - The hike which is all the way uphill takes about 2 /3 hours one way through pine forests. Afternoon at leisure for go for shopping in the market. Overnight at Hotel.
Paro - Onward Connection
After breakfast transfer to Paro Airport for taking onward connection
Inclusions
- Non Ac Car (Tucsan or similar) from Paro Airport to Paro Airport as per itinerary
- Local Guide service in Bhutan
- Thimpu Sightseeing
- Excursion to Punakha including Dochu La Pass
- Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden
- Paro Sightseeing
- Non Ac Car (Tucsan or similar) from Paro Airport to Paro Airport as per itinerary
- Local Guide service in Bhutan
- Thimpu Sightseeing
- Excursion to Punakha including Dochu La Pass
- Enroute Stop at Lamperi to visit Royal Botanical Garden
- Paro Sightseeing
Exclusions
- Airfare
- Porterage, personal expenses
- Hotel deposits if any
- Early check in or late check out
- Anything not included in Inclusions list is excluded
- Overseas Travel Insurance