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Detailed Trip Description

Bhutan is a Buddhist Kingdom. It is a unique destination for visitors to explore ancient and historical temples and monasteries, real Buddhist culture and philosophy, flora and fauna, trekking and mountaineering. Journey to Bhutan is considered a experience once in life time. A small number of people are welcome to explore this fascinating and mysterious land. You will visit Paro, valley of Punakha, Thimpu and Bhumthang.


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Paro

 
Commercial Flight

Fly from Kathmandu to Paro.

Private Car Service

Upon arrival meet with our tour coordinator and drive to Thimpu.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 2 - Thimphu

 
Sightseeing

Full day local sight-seeing tour in Thimpu.


Day 3 - Punakha

 
Private Car Service

Drive over the spectacular Dochula Pass (3100m) to the warm and fertile valley of Punakha.

Sightseeing

Visit the historic Punakha Dzong. Once the seat of the old capital of Bhutan. The magnificent Dzong is sprawled between The Pho Chu and Mo Chu River.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 5 - Bhutan

 
Private Car Service

Drive to the valley of Bhumthang 210 kms/08 hrs.) Through the Yotola Pass (3440m).

Sightseeing

This valley is considered a very sacred place for the Bhutanese with many temples and holy places.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 6 - Bhutan

 
Private Car Service

Drive to Mebartsho, a holy site and pilgrimage place also known as The Burning Lake.

Sightseeing

Visit The Jakar Dzong (castle of white bird). Kurjey Lhkhang and the Swiss Farm.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 7 - Thimphu

 
Sightseeing

Drive back to Thimpu (267 kms/08 hrs) takes you via Tongsa and Wangdiphodrang.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 8 - Paro

 
Private Car Service

Proceed on a leisurely 02 hours drive to Paro.

Sightseeing

Visit The Drukyel Dzong and The National Museum located in the Ta Dzong.

Hotel

O/N hotel.


Day 9 - Paro

 
Commercial Flight

Drive to airport to connect the flight to Kathmandu.

Hotel

Upon arrival at airport transfer to hotel.


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