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The cultural tour confines large two four districts of the Western Bhutan of Paro, Thimphu, Punakha and Wangdue Phodrang. Besides stunning views of the peaks and valleys the tour afford, historical sites, Dzongs, Monasteries, Temples and agricultural fields with people involved in their daily activities truly provides you the ‘Glimpse of Bhutan’.Flight ticket
Any drinks in tourist standard restaurant or hotel.
Personal expenses
Tips for the guide and diver.
Paro, Thimphu and Punakha Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Onboard to Paro in Druk Air or Tashi Air, one will have the glimpse of world’s highest Mountain, the Mt. Everest and other Himalayan peaks. Once you arrive at Paro International Airport, representatives of “BHUTAN ONLINE BOOKING TRAVELS” will receive you and escort to the Hotel. After lunch or if you have time you will visit Paro Dzong, Kichu Lhakhag the one of the oldest temple in Bhutan, National museum of Bhutan and scroll around the town.
O/ N Hotel at Paro
O/ N Hotel at Paro
Day 2
On your drive of one hour to Thimphu the capital city of Bhutan from Paro, visit Tachogang Lhakhang, built by great Thangthong Gyalpo. Driving along the banks of Pachhu and Wangchhu, you pass by their confluence and less than hour drive from Confluence will reach you to Simtokha Dzong, the oldest fort in the Country built in 1629. 5 minute drive from the Dzong westward would reach to Thimphu core city. Visit and circumambulate the Memorial Chorten built in memory of the Third King, the Father of Modern Bhutan. Make a short trip to Indigenous Hospital, the School of Arts and Crafts and see the living arts of Bhutan. Visit Trashichodzong, the Throne Room and the seat of the Chief Abbot of the Central Monastic Body. Pay visit to Changgang Kha Monastery, Takin Enclosure to have the view of Takin, the National Animal of Bhutan. Drive to Sangaygang and have the panoramic view of Thimphu town in its entirety. In the evening, you may walk freely in the town. Overnight in the Hotel in Thimphu!
Day 3
Around 3hrs drive from the capital eastward will reach you to Punakha, the former capital of the Country via Dochhula Pass at 3, 150m. At Dochhula, stop for a while at have a glance of the 108 Chortens and the spectacular views of the Himalayan Ranges right in-front of you if weather is is clear. Passing through the temperate forests will take you to Mesina. After short drive towards Punakha, make a 1 hr walk through the village of Sopsokha leading up to Chime Lhakhang and coming back for the lunch. The Fertility Temple founded by Lam Drukpa Kuenley, known popularly as the ‘CHIMI LHAKHAG’. After hike Continue driving to Punakha, you will reach Khuruthang, the main town of Punakha. 3 km from here will take you to Punakha Dzong, the former capital of the country. Built in 1637, at the Confluence of Mochhu (female) and Phochhu (male), the Dzong is the Winter Residence of the Central Monastic Body. Overnight in Punakha!
Day 4
After breakfast, start your journey to Wangdue Phodrang. On your way, you will stop at Richengang, a small village in Wangdue. Explore and get the feeling of Bhutanese rural life. Proceed to Wangdue Phodrang Dzong. The Dzong is under reconstruction after major fire in 2012 razed it to the ground. Get around the Bajo town, the ast burgeoning town and stop for lunch there. Make short trips in and around the town and head back to Paro for the night hold.
Day 5
iking the trails to Taktsang, the Tiger’s Nest is a whole new experience. This magical monastery hangs to vertical granite cliff 3000 ft. above the valley floor. Legend says that Guru Padmasambhava flew here from Khengpajong in Lhuentse on the back of a tigress to meditate in the cave. The tigress was actually his favorite consort and a disciple, Yeshe Tsogyel, whom he transformed to a flying tigress for the purpose of this journey. The hike to Taktsang Monastery takes about 4 hours. From the Monastery and the adjacent area, one will have a beautiful view of the Paro valley. After descending from the Monastery, Taktsang Cafeteria is a perfect place for rest and lunch.
After done with climb to tigress nest you will also go around the town for last shopping.
O/N Hotel at paro
After done with climb to tigress nest you will also go around the town for last shopping.
O/N Hotel at paro
Day 6
After breakfast, our transport team will deliver you to the Airport and you will bid goodbye to Bhutan!
More Details about Paro, Thimphu and Punakha Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- Sightseeing
- Visa fees
- Royalty and surcharges
- Accommodation in TOP 3* Hotels/Resorts, Transportation and sightseeing as per itinerary, All permits and taxes included,
- All fees to museums, monuments, and cultural sits,
- Permits to enter old monasteries and Taxes, Licensed English speaking guide.
- All three meals included.
- SUV or standard duty car for sightseeing and pick-drop.
Exclusions
- Flight ticket
- Any drinks in tourist standard restaurant or hotel.
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the guide and diver.
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Payments Terms
- * Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount * Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount. * Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.
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