Bhutan Authentic Adventure Tour

Bhutan Authentic Adventure Tour

6 Nights / 7 Days · 1n Phuntsholing, 2n Thimphu, 2n Paro, 1n Phuntsholing — from ₹51,000 per person (all taxes & GST included)

Hotel: 4 Star Hotels in Central Locations (or similar)

Overview

Discover the Land of the Thunder Dragon on a 6-night journey through Phuentsholing, Thimphu and Paro. Explore Thimphu's dzongs, monasteries and markets, take in the beautiful Paro valley and hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) Monastery. Includes hotels, daily breakfast, transfers and sightseeing, with pick-up and drop at Bagdogra airport / NJP railway station.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival at Bagdogra Airport/Railway Station to Phuentsholing

Meet & greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport and transfer to Phuentsholing - The Gateway of Bhutan by Road from India. It is a thriving commercial center on the northern edge of the Indian Plains. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing hotel.

Day 2: Transfer from Phuentsholing to Thimphu

After breakfast, complete your Visa / Permit formalities assisted by our representative (in case if your permit is not done on arrival day). Our representative will assist you in boarding your vehicle for transfer to Thimphu. On arrival check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at Thimphu hotel.

Day 3: Full Day Thimphu Sightseeing

After breakfasts proceed for full day sightseeing visiting:, National Memorial Chorten stupa was built in 1974 in the memory of Bhutan's third King, His Late Majesty, King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk, who is popularly regarded as Father of modern Bhutan. The paintings and statues inside the monument provide a deep insight into Buddhist philosophy. Tashichho Dzong also known as "fortress of the glorious religion", it was initially built in 1641 and later rebuilt in its present form by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuk in 1965. The Dzong houses, main secretariat building which houses the throne room of His Majesty, the King of Bhutan. The National Assembly Hall is housed in a modern building on the other side of the river from the Dzong. During the warmer summer months, the monk body headed by His Holiness, the Je Khenpo, makes its home in the Dzong. Buddha Point (Kuensel Pho Drang) is located at a short drive from Thimphu city centre, visitors can get a good overview of the Thimphu valley from the Buddha point (Kuensel Pho Drang). You can pay your obeisance and offer prayers to the Buddha, the largest statue in the country and then walk around and take a glimpse of the valley. Changangkha Lhakhang is a fortress like temple and monastic school perched on a ridge above Thimphu, south of Motithang. The temple was established in 12th century on a site chosen by Lama Phajo Drugom Shigpo, who came from Tibet. The central statue here is Chenrezig in a manifestation with 11 heads. From temple courtyard, there is fascinating view of Thimphu valley. Later return to the hotel for overnight stay

Day 4: Transfer from Thimphu to Paro & Paro Sightseeing

After breakfast proceed to Paro enroute visiting Tamchog Lhakhang. Tamchog Lhakhang is temple that is dedicated to the 13th century saint Thangthong Gyalpo, the bridge builder. This temple is located across the river from the Paro to Thimphu. In order to get to the temple one must cross an iron chain bridge, one of the few remaining of the many that Thangthong Gyalpo built. On arrival in Paro, check in to the hotel. Afternoon, proceed for Paro sightseeing visiting:, Ta Dzong is a onetime watch tower built to defend Rinpung Dzong during inter-valley wars of the 17th century, since 1967 Ta Dzong is serving as the National Museum of the country. It holds fascinating collection of art, relics, religious thangkha paintings and Bhutan's exquisite postage stamps. The museum circular shape augments its varied collection displayed over several floors. Rinpung Dzong was Built in 1646 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, the first spiritual and temporal ruler of Bhutan, the Dzong houses the monastic body of Paro, the office of the Dzongda (district administrative head) and Thrimpon (judge) of Paro district. The approach to the Dzong is through a traditional covered bridge called Nemi Zam. A walk through the bridge, over a stone inlaid path, offers a good view of the architectural wonder of the Dzong as well as life around it. It is also the venue of Paro Tshechu, held once a year in the spring. Later return to the hotel for overnight stay at Paro hotel.

Day 5: Day Excursion to Taktshang Monastery (Tiger's Nest Monastery)

Start the day early for a day hike to Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger's Nest Monastery) - The hike which is all the way uphill takes about 2/3 hours one way through pine forests. Taktshang Lhakhang (Tiger's Nest) is one of the most famous of Bhutan's monasteries, perched on the side of a cliff 900m above the Paro valley floor. It is said that Guru Rinpoche arrived here on the back of a tigress and meditated at this monastery and hence it is called "Tiger's Nest". This site has been recognized as a most sacred place and visited by Shab rung Ngawang Namgyal in 1646 and now visited by all Bhutanese at least once in their lifetime. On 19 April, 1998, a fire severely damaged the main structure of building but now this Bhutanese jewel has been restored to its original splendour. Later return to Paro. Evening visit Local Market for Shopping. Overnight stay at Paro hotel.

Day 6: Transfer from Paro to Phuentsholing

After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to Phuentsholing. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Phuentsholing hotel.

Day 7: Departure from Phuentsholing to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / NJP Railway Station

After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / NJP Railway Station for your onward journey.

Inclusions

• 1 Night Accommodation in Phuntsholing
• 2 Nights Accommodation in Thimphu
• 2 Nights Accommodation in Paro
• 1 Night Accommodation in Phuntsholing
• Daily Buffet Breakfast
• All transfers as itinerary
• All sightseeing as itinerary
• Return Airport Transfers Private
• All Entry Tickets Included
• All Taxes & GST

Exclusions

• Airfare
• Lunch unless mentioned
• Dinner unless mentioned
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions
• TCS (as applicable)

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