Trip Fact
- Trip Name : 5 Nights 6 Days Itinerary
- Difficulty : Easy
- Trip Duration : 6 Days
- Activity : Tour
5 Nights 6 Days Itinerary
The Kingdom of Bhutan, nestled high in the tranquil Himalayas is a haven to rich bio-diversity, vibrant religion, unique arts, rich history, cultural splendor, heritage and scenic grandeur.
The Kingdom of Bhutan, nestled high in the tranquil Himalayas is a haven to rich bio-diversity, vibrant religion, unique arts, rich history, cultural splendor, heritage and scenic grandeur. It is a fascinating land where time had stood still and preserved the exquisite beauty of this mystical country.
The vegetation varies over very short distances ranging from tropical broadleaf forests to alpine shrubs and lush meadows. Bhutan is home to such exotic mammals as Takin (a large, musk-ox-like animal), Black necked Crane, Golden Langur, Royal Bengal tiger, clouded leopards and red pandas. Bird species range from the Himalayan black Eagle, and boreal owl to the Tiny black-throated parrot bill.
Our Culture Heartlands tour provides one of the best opportunities to experience most if not all of the Bhutanese life style in all its glory.
Day 1 : | Arrive Paro International Airport |
During the flight, on a clear day, you can see breathtaking views of the Himalaya Mountains, including the sacred Jumolhari and Jichu Drake peaks in Bhutan. On arrival you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Check in in Hotel Tea coffee & lunch in Hotel. Afternoon: Half day Sightseeing of Paro valley, stroll in Paro Town & Paro Dzong | |
Day 2 : | Thimphu sightseeing |
After breakfast drive to Thimphu the capital city of Bhutan. Check in hotel local sightseeing: King's Memorial Chorten (Monument) Chang Gangkha Monastery (one of the oldest monastery in the valley) National Zoo (contains national animal takin) National Library (collections of holy scripts) Folk Heritage Museum and the Textile Museum School of Arts and Crafts (also known as the painting school) and National Traditional Paper Factory (made from Daphne plant) Thimphu week end market. Overnight in Thimphu. |
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Day 3 : | Thimphu - Wangduephodrang (afternoon Punakha sightseeing) (3-hour drive) |
After breakfast you will drive to Wangduephodrang, with a stop en route for tea at Dochu La (3,100 meters), where on a clear day you can get spectacular views of the Himalayas. After lunch you will drive to Punakha, the former capital of Bhutan, and visit Punakha 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-minute walk through the rice fields to Chimi Lakhang, which is a fertility temple. Overnight in Punakha. |
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Day 4 : | Wangduephodrang – Paro (4-hour drive) |
Set out for Paro. After lunch you will drive 12km north of Paro to hike to Tango (Horse's Head) monastery. It will take about 45 minutes to hike to the monastery. Tango Monastery is a Buddhist college, and it's the residence of the Desi Tenzin Rabgye, a young boy who is the reincarnation of the 16th-century monk who built Tango. Overnight in Paro. | |
Day 5 : | Paro |
Or Paro Chelela Pass (an hour drive) Enjoy the drive and the scenic vistas from Chelela Pass (3,988 mts.), among the highest motor able roads in Bhutan. After coming back from Chelela lunch and after you will be taken for most important places like the one of the oldest Dzong, Drugyel Dzong & Kitchu monastery. Over night in Paro. |
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Day 6 : | Morning departure from Paro Airport |