Bhutan Winter Special 6N-7D International Group Tour Package With Flight
Itinerary
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Day 1, Arrive Paro by Air & transfer to Thimphu
On arrival at airport you will make your own way to International terminal for your flight to Paro. On arrival at Paro Airport, (2,280Mts). After immigration formalities and baggage collection, you will be met by our representative and afterwards drive to Thimphu,. On arrival, in Thimphu check-into the hotel and relax.
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Day 2, Thimphu
After breakfast, drive to visit Buddha Dordenma, located atop a hill in Kuenselphodrang Nature Park and housing the largest statue of sitting Buddha (51.5m). Then Takin Preserve to see Bhutan’s animal Takin. Continue onto Sangaygang view point to enjoy the magnificent view of Thimphu valley. Before Lunch drive pass King's Memorial Chorten, the stupa built in memory of Bhutan’s Third King, popularly regarded as Father of modern Bhutan. After lunch, visit to Trashichhoedzong: This is the center of government and religion, site of monarch’s throne room and seat of Je Khenpo or Chief Abbot. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan. Evening time can be spent strolling through Thimphu city centre, local market and local crafts bazaar, to browse through example of Bhutan's fine traditional arts. Here you can buy hand-woven textiles, thangkha paintings, masks, ceramics, slate and wood carvings, jewellery, interesting items made from local materials. Dinner & Overnight at the hotel in Thimphu.
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Day 3, Thimphu – Punakha (75 km, 3 hrs approx)
After breakfast, checkout and drive to Punakha with an en-route halt at Dochula Pass. Here we can have a look and admire the Chorten, Mani wall, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. On arrival check-in to the hotel and after lunch you will visit to Punakha Dzong. Situated near the two rivers - the Pho Chu (Male River) and Mo Chu (Female River), the Punakha Dzong is one of the largest Dzongs in Bhutan. Later pass through the suspension bridge that sounds absolutely breathtaking! The Punakha Suspension Bridge in Bhutan seems like an incredible experience, especially with its stunning mountain views and adorned with prayer flags. Walking across a bridge that spans over 160 meters above the Po Chhu River must be quite exhilarating.
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Day 4, Punakha – Paro (125 Kms, 4hr Drive)
After breakfast drive back to Paro descending back down from Dochu La, follow the way back up the dramatic Wang Chhu and Paro Chhu river valleys, before crossing through Paro Town towards the north end of the valley. On arrival at Paro check in to the hotel you will. Later in the day after checking into hotel, proceed to visit Ta Dzong, originally built as Watchtower, which now houses National Museum. The extensive collection includes antique thangkha paintings, textiles, weapons & armour, household objects and a rich assortment of natural and historic artifacts. Then walk down the trail to visit Rinpung Dzong, meaning (“fortress of the heap of jewels”), which has a long and fascinating history. Along the wooden galleries lining the inner courtyard are fine wall paintings illustrating Buddhist lore such as four friends, the old man of long life, the wheel of life, scenes from the life of Milarepa, Mount. Sumeru and other cosmic Mandala. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
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Day 5, Paro
After breakfast you will drive to Drukgyel Dzong, a recently restored fortress where Bhutanese warriors fought Tibetan invaders centuries ago. The snowy dome of sacred Chomolhari, "mountain of goddess'' can be seen in all her glory from the approach road to the Dzong. On the way, visit the 7th century Kyichu Lhakhang, one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by Tibetan King, Songtsen Gampo. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan and drop you at the hotel. Those who are not going for above sightseeing you will take Excursion to Taktshang Monastery (Approx 5 Hours Walk): (Entry Fee & Lunch on Direct payment basis) It is one of the most famous of Bhutan’s monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. Legends say that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called ‘Tiger’s Nest’. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
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Day 6, Paro
After a leisurely breakfast, you will visit the local market to explore and purchase souvenirs for your loved ones. Following the shopping, you will all proceed to a local farm where you can participate in Farm house activities such as archery, Local dress waring and local Bhutanese lunch. Afterwards, you will head to a brewery to observe the process of making local beer and indulge in a beer tasting session. Later transfer to hotel & relax and prepare for next day flight back to home. Overnight at the hotel in Paro.
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Day 7, Depart Paro
After early breakfast at the hotel, drive to the airport for flight to your onward destination. Our representative will help you with exit formalities and then bid you farewell.