Bhutan Tour

Discovery Bhutan Tour

Day 01: Fly from Kathmandu to Paro (2250 mtrs) and Transfer to Hotel.
Early in the morning we pick up from hotel &  drop to you in TIA Airport for your departure and a Representative of our Bhutanese Partner will give you reception at Pari Int’l Airport, and transfer you to the Hotel. After check-in in Hotel and afer short refreshment you will be taken to visit Rinpung Dzong, built in 1646 A.D. and now houses of government offices and religious institutions, as do all the Dzongs (forts) currently. Cross a traditional wooden bridge on the way to the Dzong. Visit Kichu Lhakhang, the oldest temple in the country. Visit Drugyal Dzong (Bhutan Victory Fort), built in 1646 A.D. to commemorate Bhutan’s victory over Tibetan invaders during the 1600 s. On a clear, enjoy the views of Mount Jumolhari, Bhutan’s second-highest mountain at 7,329 meters, from the village below the Dzong. In the evening, you will stroll through the Paro town.

Day 02: Hiking and drive from Paro to Thimphu (2350 mtrs) – 54 Km about 2 hrs Journey.
After breakfast in Paro ,  you will hike to Taktsang (Tiger’s Nest) Monastery, Bhutan’s most famous monastery. Guru Rinpoche (8’th century’s Indian saint) is said to have flown on the back of a tiger to meditate in a cave where Taktsang Monastery now stands. It is perched on the edge of a steep cliff, about 900 meters above Paro Valley. The hike to the monastery makes for a nice half-day excursion. Lunch will be served in the cafeteria on the way. In the afternoon we drive to Thimphu. In the evening we explore Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, and observe the lifestyle of the people. We also visit some interesting handicraft shops. The overnight accommodation is set for you in Thimphu at a hotel.

Day 03: Explore Around Thimphu.
Today after breakfast you will visit the King’s Memorial Chorten (built in memory of the third King of Bhutan who reigned from 1952-1972), the radio tower (for a great view of Thimphu Valley and the Thimphu Dzong), and the zoo, which contains the national animal of Bhutan- the Takin. From there you will visit the nunnery temple, the National Library (which houses ancient manuscripts) and the National Institute of Traditional Medicine. After a relaxing lunch, you will visit the Textile Museum, the Handicraft Emporium, the traditional paper factory and the majestic Tashichhodzong. In the evening, you can stroll through Thimphu town and absorb the life style of the people.

Day 04: Punakha (Day Excursion).
After breakfast we depart in our vehicles for Punakha. Leaving Thimphu, the road climbs steeply through a forest of pine and cedar festooned with hanging lichen high. As we approach the Docho La – ‘la’ means ‘pass’ (3050 mtrs), breathtaking panoramic views of the mighty Himalayas are spread out around us. After lunch in the restaurant in  the town then drive to Punakha Dzong, the former capital of Bhutan, and visit Dzong, which is noteworthy both for being one of the most beautiful Dzongs in Bhutan and also for having been built by the first Shabdrung in 1637. On the way back from Punakha, you will stop at Metshina Village and take a 20-minutes walk through the rice fields to Chhimi Lhakhang, which is a fertility temple, where you may receive a special fertility blessing if you wish.  Then return back to Thimphu through same highway to spend your overnight at same hotel.

Day 05:  Drive to Paro (45 minutes) and Final Departure for Kathmandu
After early breakfast, drive to airport for departure. Today you bid farewell to the Himalayan Kingdom and her friendly people. Druk Air generally departs in the early morning to avoid adverse weather conditions. Therefore, after taking breakfast, we transfer you to the airport in the morning depending on the flight schedule and your destination. The representative of our Bhutan Partner will bid you farewell. We receive you in Kathmandu and Transfer to the Hotel where you are staying for overnight.

What we provide in Accommodations

Hotels in Bhutan are approved and classified by the government as grade A, B and C. These government approved hotels are equivalent to 3-4 star hotels elsewhere. Based on availability at the time of your booking, we provide grade A or B hotels in Paro and Thimphu respectively in Budget and Deluxe Tours. We use Hotel Tashi Namgay Resort or similar in Paro and Hotel Migmar or similar in Thimpu for Deluxe tours. Since the tour is designed on twin sharing basis, you share room with your fellow traveler but in case you prefer single rooms we charge USD 150 as single supplement for three nights.

Meals

All your meals included during your stay in Bhutan i.e. your trip is in full board basis. A variety of meals are available in the most of the hotels in Bhutan. You will get the most popular being Indian, Chinese, and the more common continental food. Non vegetarian dishes are generally available in most parts of Bhutan -Pork, beef, chicken, and fish. The best advice is to ask the hotel and restaurant to recommend what is fresh and in season.

Departure Dates:

We will organize this trip on the dates requested by you. Please contact us for your customized departure date. You can join our Bhutan Tour Programs as per your convenience. Spring season (March to June) and in the autumn season (September to November) are the best time to visit Bhutan, However we can operate Bhutan for all season for such Glimpse tour. The months of April and May offer the natural grandeur of rhododendron blooms. The spring season also observes the biggest festivals of Bhutan.