Day1 – Welcome To Paro And Transfer To Thimphu [1 Hr 30 Min (65 Km) Via Paro - Thimphu Hwy]
Welcome to Bhutan, the Land of Thunder Dragon. Bhutan is like a painter's dream, a colorful country surrounded by the Himalayas, a small dreamy paradise with vast green valleys, beautiful landscapes, rugged terrain, crystalline rivers, and happy people. Once the aircraft enters the Paro valley, look down to see the first glimpse of the Paro Dzong on the hillside overlooking Paro Chu (river) with Ta Dzong. Our representative will welcome you in a Bhutanese style with Tashi Khada (white scarf) and guide you at the airport, which marks the beginning of your Bhutan Tour Package from Mumbai with transfer to Thimphu (2334 m).
Day2 - Thimpu Sightseeing - After breakfast, start for local Thimpu sightseeing
The National Memorial Chorten or Thimpu Chorten is a site for evening prayer. The chorten or stupa was built in the memory of the third king, continuously circumambulated by people, murmuring mantras and spinning their prayer wheels. Construction of this landmark was the idea of Bhutan's third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuk ("the father of modern Bhutan") who has wished to erect monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it serves both as a memorial to the Late King and as a monument to peace.
Sakyamuni Buddha - On the top of Kuensel Phodrang hill sits the statue of Sakyamuni Buddha. The 51.5-meter-long bronze statue would surely attract you and the uninterrupted view of the valley would leave you spellbound. The site is also known as Buddha View Point.
Changangkha Lhakhang - At Thimphu you will go across several monasteries and temples. Changangkha Lhakhang is among the most important religious structures in Thimphu. The structure dates back to the 15th century and is one of the oldest in the region. The structure is dedicated to Avalokiteshvara, the sign of compassion. You will also enjoy the grand view of Thimphu valley from here.
Takin Zoo – You will find the National animal of Bhutan “Takin” in this open zoo. Takin is one of the most endangered species of the World and it is available only in Bhutan.
Overnight in Thimphu.Day3 - Thimpu Sightseeing - After breakfast, start for local Thimpu sightseeing
The National Library -has got a fabulous collection of Buddhist manuscripts which are priceless. It also houses the World’s largest published book which is about 130 pounds and 5X7 feet.
Zorig Chusum - Institute for Zorig Chusum (commonly known as the Painting School) where students undergo a 6-year training course in Bhutan's 13 traditional arts and crafts.
The Royal Textile Museum -Thimphu also introduces visitors with the culture and heritage of Bhutan. The Royal Textile Museum at Norzin Lam is a site where you will get introduced to Bhutanese textiles, some of which date back to the 1600s.
Trashi Chhoe Dzong or the Fortress of the Glorious Region is another ‘must visit’ site. Situated on the west bank of Wang Chhu river, Trashi Chhoe Dzong is the formal coronation site of the fifth King. The Dzong also hosts the annual Tsechu festival. Built in 1641 by the political and religious unifier of Bhutan, Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, it was reconstructed in 1960s in traditional Bhutanese manner, without nails or architectural plans.
Overnight in Thimphu.Day 4 –Thimpu – Punakha
After breakfast, you will be taken on a three-hour road trip from Thimphu to Punakha / Wangdue Phodrang, which is located across the famous Dochu La Pass. During the road trip, you will pass through the Dochula, where you will spot mani wall, chorten, prayer flags, and others. This is the country’s highest road. You can even spot the peaks of surrounding mountains, if the sky is clear. Top peaks to spot during your drive are Masagang, Tsendagang, Terigang, Kangphugang, Table Mountain, and others. This includes the Gangkhar Puensum peak, which is the highest in Bhutan. On Arrival Check into the Hotel. Post Lunch You will see the following tourist sites in Punakha /Wangdue include:-
- • Punakha Dzong
- • Chimi Lhakhang
- • Punakha Suspension Bridge
- • Punakha Village.
Overnight Stay at Punakha hotel.
Day 5 – Excursion tour to Gangtey/ Phobjikha
After breakfast drive to Gangtey valley . Its located in the beautiful, broad and U shaped glacial valley of Phobjika. After arrival hotel check in and latter after lunch we will hike to nature trails .From the small hilltop overlooking Gangtey.
Goemba, head downhill through flower meadows to Semchubara village and from here through beautiful forests and into the open valley. After passing a chorten and Khewa Lhakhang, the trail ends at the local community school; this involves a 30 minute walk up to the start of town.Black Necked Crane Information Centre.
Situated on the edge of the forest and wetland along the main road of Phobjikha valley, the black-necked crane information Centre has an observation room equipped with high power telescope and spotting scopes for catching the best view of the cranes. The centre also offers display information that outline the natural and cultural history of the area. There is a small gift shop, which sells handicrafts produced by the local people. Back to hotel.
Overnight in Paro.
Day 6 – Punakha / Wangdue to Paro
After breakfast, you will leave Punakha/Wangdue and drive to Paro via Dochu La Pass, covering Paro Chuu river valley and Wang Chhu river valley. On the way, you will be visiting Simtokha Dzong, an old fortress which is now a school for Dzongkha language. Once you reach Paro, you will be checked into a hotel. Later, you will be taken on a sightseeing tour covering important destinations of Paro:-
- • Ta Dzong
- • Rinpung Dzong
- • Tamchog lhakhang
Overnight in ParoDay 7 – Paro Local Sightseeing
After early morning breakfast, you will be starting a Excursion tour to Taktshang Monastery.Taksand Palphug Monastery also known as Tiger's Nest is an amazing Buddhist monastery, temple and sacred site is located in the upper Paro town. Built in 1692, Padmasambhava is believed to have meditated at this site for 3 years. Guru Padmasambhava is known to be the founder of Buddhist religion in Bhutan. He is immensely respected and has a huge number of sacred followers in Bhutan.
Overnight in ParoDay 8 – EXCURSION TOUR TO Chele-La-Pass
After breakfast an excursion trip to Chele-La-Pass (13,088 ft.) – the highest motorable road in Bhutan. Enjoy the scenic beauty & memorable landscapes from Chele-La-Pass. Back to Paro. Rest of the day is free for leisure.
Day 9 – Paro To Airport Drop
Post breakfast bid farewell to the Last Buddhist Kingdom and start for Paro Airport with long-lasting sweet Bhutan Holiday memories, while chanting one mantra, "Life is short, and the World is wide"with Adorable Vacation LLP.
Our vacation at Bhutan was booked through Rewa Adorable Vacation LLP. All the logistics like hotel booking, transport, guide etc. were managed quite professionally by Adorable Vacation. It was really a luxurious arrangement at an affordable rate. Our trip covered Thimphu, Punakha and Paro in Bhutan and Jaldapara in West Bengal. The locations of the hotels at all the places were simply superb, foods and hospitality at the hotels were excellent. The driver and guide were very much polite and experienced. Thanks Adorable Vacations for making our vacation very comfortable and helping us to create a lifetime memory of the picturesque Bhutan.