Exotic Bhutan Trip
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Elevation rises from 200 m (660 ft) in the southern foothills to more than 7,000 m (23,000 ft). The air is crisp and clean, the views of mountains breathtaking. Yet, Bhutan remains one of international tourism’s best-kept secrets. It attracts less than 20,000 tourists a year, not including thousands more Indians, here on business or holiday, who do not need a visa to visit.
Day 1, Arrival / Paro / Thimphu
After breakfast, proceed to airport for flight to Bhutan – Paro. During the journey offers fascinating views of the eastern Himalayan range, including Mt. Everest. Arrival Paro, enjoy the Bhutan local lunch. After lunch, visit one of the oldest landmarks in Bhutan. The 7th century KyichuLhakhang was one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, SongtsenGembo. It is revered as one of the most holy shrines in Bhutan and embodies the arrival of Buddhism here. Visit to RimpungDzong or the ‘fortress of the heap of jewels’ which is the seat of the district administration and the residence of the monastic school. The dzong is famous for its wall murals depicting Buddhist parables, symbols and the lives of prominent saints. After finish, drive to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan. The road meanders alongside the Paro Chu (river) and terraced fields until the confluence of two rivers at Chuzom. Here, one can see three stupas, representing the different styles of the different sects. After dinner, transfer back to the hotel in Thimphu. (Overnight in the hotels in Thimphu) (-/L/D)
Day 2, THIMPU/WANGDUEPHODRANG
After breakfast, we will drive towards Punakha and on the way with a short stop at Dochula pass (3,050m) where if the weather is good, enjoy spectacular view of mountains. After dinner, transfer back to the hotel in Paro. visit the PunakhaDzong, 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, UgyenWangchuck was crowned here in 1907. Drive to Wangdue, visit Chimilhakhang, a temple built by Lam DrukpaKuenley, the Divine Madman and renowned for blessing barren women with fertility. (Over Night in the hotel of Punakha)(B/L/D)
Day 3, PARO
After breakfast, drive to the foot of the Taktshang Monastery or Tiger’s Nest cliff before walking uphill for 2 hours to reach this monastery, giddily perched on a sheer 800m rock face. Taktshang means ‘Tiger’s Nest’ as legend has it that Guru Padmasambhava flew to this spot on the back of a tigress in the eight century. He meditated here making this temple a sacred pilgrimage destination for Buddhists. The trip to and fro takes 4 hours for which riding ponies can After dinner, if you have special needs, we can arrange for you to experience the Bhutanese Traditional Hot Stone Bath (USD25 /per pax), booking must be made 6hours in advance), to eased past few days journey fatigue. Transfer back to hotel in Paro. (Over night in the hotel of Paro)(B/L/D)
Day 4, FINAL DEPARTURE
After breakfast drive to airport for your onward destination.(B/-/-)
The above cost includes:
• Arrival/Departure transfer.
• All transfers and excursions by private vehicle.
• 1 Night hotel accommodation in hotel in Thimpu in half board basis sharing Twin Double Room.
• 1 Night hotel accommodation in hotel in Punakha in full board basis sharing Twin Double Room.
• 1 Night hotel accommodation in Hotel in Paro in full board basis sharing Twin Double Room.
• English speaking guide throughout the trip.
• All entrances fees to museums and monuments.
• All internal taxes and fees.
• Mineral drinking water.
The above cost excludes:
• Bhutanese Visa fee.
• International air fare and airport taxes
• Any meals which are not included on the above cost inclusion.
• Refreshments, tips, bottled drinks and bar bills
• Insurance and rescue of any form.
• Cost arising out of flight cancellation/road blockades/landslides and reasons beyond our control.
• Expenses of personal nature and any other expenses not mentioned in the above cost.
• Gratuities, tipping to guides and drivers.
• Personal insurance policy – suggested a comprehensive travel insurance covering tour and flight cancellations, loss of valuables, thefts, illness, accidents and hospitalization.
• Any other cost that is not mentioned in the cost inclusion.
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