Guide

A qualified & licensed English-speaking guide.

Meals

All meals (buffet system /include evening tea/snacks per pax each day).

Transport

All touring & transfers throughout your journey.

Accommodation

Bhutanese style 3 star hotels with private bathrooms.

Others

All entrance fees and sightseeing. Bhutan (SDF) Sustainable Development fee. Bhutan visa fees. Bhutan local taxes. Camping equipment and haulage for trekking tours. All hotel tax & service charges. Mineral bottled water throughout your tour. An experienced licensed driver. A tour vehicle.

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Insurance

We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance against medical and personal accident risks ( including repatriation costs, air ambulance and helicopter rescue services ), as well as cancellation insurance. You should be aware that some policies may not cover travel to Bhutan and may not cover activities such as trekking,mountain biking and rafting. Please ensure that your policy provides a sufficient level of protection and covers you for the activities involved in this package. You must carry proof of insurance ( e.g. your insurance certificate ) with you in Bhutan.

Flights

International flights not included. Flight into Bhutan can be arranged with us.

Optional

Other activities and services not included

Others

Drukair/ Bhutan Airlines flights to/from Paro Bhutan. Personal items – phone calls, laundry, drinks etc. Travel Insurance – which is mandatory to enter Bhutan.

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Day 1 Arrival At Paro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival At Paro

Fly into the Kingdom amid a breathtaking vista of the world’s highest mountains, a literal ascent into the heavens. The perennially snow-covered mountains we pass by during the flight include Mt Everest (the highest peak in the world), Kanchenjunga (the world’s third highest peak) and other peaks revered by the Bhutanese as the “Abode of the Gods”.

Finally, land at Paro International airport, an adrenaline-rushing experience as we take a hair-raising descent onto a narrow strip of flatland flanked by the mountains. A short respite after the landing, we begin our Bhutanese adventure. We visit historical places in and around Paro valley, a scenic sojourn in Bhutan’s most beautiful valley, followed by an hour-long drive to Thimphu, the capital city. Dinner and overnight in Hotel in Thimphu.
Day 2 Thimphu Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thimphu Sightseeing

The capital city is Bhutan in a miniscule. Its population of 130,000 people come from every nook and cranny of the Kingdom, providing a rare glimpse of a mix of culture, customs and traditions around which Bhutan has built its identity as a nation.

Among the historical places, we visit the Memorial Stupa built in the finest tradition of Buddhist architecture, the 12th century Changangkha monastery which blesses every Bhutanese child born in Thimphu valley, and the 17th century Tashichhodzong that serves as the seat of the central government and also houses the office of the King. We can also see the parliament house where Bhutan’s political leaders meet and take decisions that chart out the country’s destiny.

Other attractions include short trips to the Folk Heritage Museum, Textile Academy, Academy of Art and Craft, the site of the world’s Largest Buddha statue, and the Thimphu viewpoint at Sangaygang. Towards late afternoon, we will take a stroll around town and, probably, also see a traditional game of archery which is popular for its accompanying taunts and merriment.Dinner and overnight in Hotel in Thimphu.
Day 3 Thimphu To Punakha Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thimphu To Punakha Sightseeing

Today, we head to the interior, to Punakha-Wangdue valley that is famous as the ancient capital of Bhutan and where the agrarian rural life is best exemplified by terraced rice fields and villages teeming with traditional farm houses. The first 45 minutes of drive takes us to Dochula pass (3,100m) which is perhaps the only stopover in the entire Himalayan region that affords a stunning view of the mighty and impregnable mountains on the roof of the world. From the pass, we begin a gradual descent through roadsides filled with rhododendrons, bamboo groves, other alpine flowers of all shades and hues, besides birds and numerous other fauna species along the way.

On touching the valley floor, we visit the Temple of Fertility in Lobesa which is renowned for blessing infertile couples with children.

But our main place of interest for the day is Punakha Dzong, a huge 17th century monastery-fortress plus ancient capital on whose corridors of power walked Bhutan’s ancient leaders who defined much of the Bhutanese history. The monument is spectacularly built between two rivers and appears like a giant ship sailing on a huge mass of water. Dinner and overnight in Hotel in Punakha.
Day 4 Punakha To Paro ( Taktshang Monastery Hike )
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Punakha To Paro ( Taktshang Monastery Hike )

We drive to Paro after early morning breakfast. After reaching Paro, check into hotel and get ready for hike up to Taktshang Monastery, also known as ‘Tiger’s Nest Monastery’. The climb up to the viewpoint will take around 1 ½ hours and from there you will enjoy a spectacular view of the monastery clinging to the side of the cliff. Stop for refreshment at the View Point Cafeteria. Then walk further up to the monastery which will take about 1 hour. It is said that in the 8th century Guru Rinpoche flew on the back of a tigress from eastern Bhutan to this place and meditated in a cave here for 3 months.

The principal Lhakhang (monastery) of the present monastic complex dates from 1692. Taktsang was damaged severely by fire in 1998 but has now been fully restored to its former beauty. After visiting the monastery, walk back down to the road on the way stop for lunch at the view point cafeteria and then walk further down to the road point.

For the late afternoon, we will have a special dinner with a local family in a traditional farm house. Enjoy your time chatting and hanging out with the warmest people over authentic Bhutanese dishes!

A nice traditional hot stone bath after all the hiking is another excellent way to relax your body. Besides, you can check out some cool pubs in Paro, where they serve tasty snacks and local alcohols for your last night in Bhutan. Overnight at your hotel in Paro.
Day 5 Departure From Paro International Airport
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Departure From Paro International Airport

In the morning, after breakfast our representative from World Tour Plan,will see you off at the Paro international airport for your onward flight.

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Arrival At Paro

Thimphu Sightseeing

Thimphu To Punakha Sightseeing

Punakha To Paro ( Taktshang Monastery Hike )

Departure From Paro International Airport

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