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Arrive at Paro International airport. Welcome to Bhutan. Upon arrival, be greeted by Bespoke representative and get escorted to the capital Thimphu (Distance 54 kms – 1 hours travel time by car)
On a clear day, the flight to Paro is breathtaking, with views of major Himalayan peaks such as Everest, Kanchenjunga and Makalu, and on the final approach Bhutan’s own snowy peaks, the sacred Jhomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tserimgang.
On arrival at Paro airport and after completion of airport formalities, you will be met by your representative. Drive from Paro to Thimphu.
Perhaps the most unusual capital city in the world, is the seat of government. This bustling town is home to Bhutan’s royal family, the civil service, and foreign missions with representation in Bhutan. It is also the headquarters for a number of internationally funded development projects.
On arrival, check-in at the hotel, leisure and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: Dinner at Thimphu Hotel.
Overnight at Thimphu
Today’s full day of sightseeing in Thimphu valley includes visits to:
Sitting on top of a hill overlooking Thimphu, visit the Buddha Dordenma statue. The Statue of Shakyamuni Buddha is one of the tallest in Asia (51.5 m). The site offers unobstructed views over the capital town and the Thimphu valley below. (Closes Daily Nov-Feb at 4pm & Mar-Oct at 5pm)
Visit National Memorial Chorten- the building of this landmark was originally envisaged by Bhutan’s third king, His Majesty Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, who wanted to erect a monument to world peace and prosperity. Completed in 1974 after his untimely death, it is both a memorial to the Late King (“the father of modern Bhutan”), and a monument to peace. (Closes Daily Nov-Feb at 4pm & Mar-Oct at 5pm)
Visit National Institute for Zorig Chusum – watch the students of the National Institute of Zorig Chosum (Arts and Crafts) as they learn the 13 traditional arts and crafts of Bhutan.
Visit Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan –a state of the art textile Museum showcasing an exemplary display of the art of weaving and textiles. Currently the Museum also has on display the bridal dress and the hand crafted shoes worn by Her Majesty Queen Jetsun Pema during the royal wedding in 2011.
Visit Zilukha Nunnery – Built more than half a century ago, Zilukha Nunnery is also known as Druthob Goemba. Housing around 60 nuns in its premises, a visit to the site energizes the soul because of its peaceful surroundings, which lures one's mind to never leave the site. From here, the spectacular view of Tashichho Dzong can be captured in a camera to make for a beautiful photo album.
Also known as the Thangthong Dewachen Nunnery, the Zilukha Nunnery is the biggest nunnery in Bhutan.
Visit Tashichho Dzong: The “fortress of the glorious religion” was initially erected in 1641 and rebuilt by King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck in the 1960s. Tashichho Dzong houses some ministries, His Majesty’s secretariat, and the central monk body. It is open to visitors during the Thimphu Tsechu (held in autumn) and while the monk body is resident in its winter quarters at Punakha Dzong. (Open: Mon-Fri [Mar-Oct after 5:30pm] [Nov-Feb after 4:30 pm] / Open on Sat, Sun, Govt. Holidays)
Weekend Market: Most of the Thimphu’s population and many valley dwellers converge on the bustling weekend market, held down by the river. A wide range of foodstuffs and local arts and crafts are sold at the market, which runs from Friday afternoon to Sunday. A visit to the market provides great photo opportunities, as well as the chance to mingle with local people and perhaps buy souvenirs. (Open Fri-Sun)
In the evening, enjoy 01 hour Yoga session in Thimphu.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Thimphu
After an early breakfast, check out from hotel and set off for Phobjikha, driving up to Dochu-la pass (3,088m/10,130ft)
Enjoy Yoga Session at Dochu La Pass.
At Dochu la Pass take in the view and admire the chortens, Mani walls, and prayer flags which decorate the highest point on the road. If skies are clear, the high Himalayan peaks towards the northeast will be revealed in all their glory. If the day is very clear, the following peaks can be seen from this pass (left to right): Masagang (7,158m), Tsendegang (6,960m), Terigang (7,060m), Jejegangphugang (7,158m), Kangphugang (7,170m), Zongaphugang (7,060m) a Table Mountain that dominates the isolated region of Lunana, and finally, Gangkhar Puensum, the highest peak in Bhutan at 7,497m.
Then continue onwards, reaching Wangduephodrang town in time for lunch.
From here, it is a long, winding descent into the Wangduephodrang valley, which is about 1,700m below the pass. Continuing on the highway, we follow the scenic Dang Chhu before climbing through forests of bamboo and oak, and just before crossing the Pele La pass, en-route Radak Shang Temple and finally you will find the hidden Phobjikha Valley. There will be occasional breaks along the journey to stretch your legs and take pictures and toilet stops.
On arrival, check in to hotel, leisure and overnight at hotel.
Overnight at Gangtey
This morning, visit Gangtey Gompa (Monastery), the only Nyingmapa monastery in western Bhutan.
Then we will proceed on a easy hike to explore the Gangtey Natural Trail (1.5 hrs hike), considered as the most beautiful and shortest of the existing nature trails in Bhutan.
The trail hike starts from the mani (like Chorten) stone wall to the north of the Ganagtey Gompa and ends in Khewa Lhakhang. The hike takes about 1.5 hrs. and will take you across the marshlands and give you a chance to see these beautiful birds.
Starting from the Prayer-wall on the northern side of Gangtey monastery, the trail leads down towards a sloping area of green grass, flanked by pine trees on either side. At this point the Semchubara village should be visible on the opposite side, at roughly the same height.
The path continues to descend until it crosses a river, called the Bara Chhu. The loud babbling of the Bara Chhu river meets the silent meandering Nake Chhu river. After the Bara Chhu Bridge, the trail passes through the lower parts of the Bara village and by a lonely chorten/stupa. Here you will have a good view of Bara village on your left and Gangtey monastery to your right.
As you reach Semchubara village, there is a small shed for resting below the trail. Walking further from there, you reach the edge of the wetland where the Cranes roost in the winter. After few minutes’ walk you are opposite to the crane information center.
Continue walking and you will reach Khewang Lhakhang, which makes an interesting visit and provides additional insight into the religious and cultural history of Phobjikha/Gangtey Valley.
Gangtey is considered one of the most beautiful glacial valleys in Bhutan (3000m/9800ft). The area is best known as the home of the rare Black-necked Cranes that migrate to Bhutan from Tibet in November and leave by March, and thus is a protected area for wildlife.
On arrival visit to the Black Neck Crane Center and dependent on the season, time spent in the Center’s nearby hide is a must to view the breeding cranes.
Various other walks or village visits can be arranged in this magnificent valley(at an additional cost).
Overnight at Gangtey
After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to Punakha, a low-lying subtropical valley.
Punakha served as the capital of Bhutan until 1955, and is still the winter residence of the Je Khenpo (Chief Abbot) and central monk body.
On arrival, check in to hotel and later proceed to hike to the nearby Chimi Lhakhang, a temple dedicated to the "Divine Madman", an eccentric monk from the 16th century famous for his many amusing, Rabelaisian folklore stories.
Also visit Punakha Dzong, built in 1637 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, has played prominent role in civil and religious life of the kingdom. Damaged by fire, flood and earthquake over the centuries, it has now been fully restored in its original https://www.bespokeindiaholidays.com/wp-admin/edit.php?post_type=teamsplendor. (Open 11am-1pm & 3pm-5 pm).
Overnight at Punakha
Breakfast at Hotel
Today’s sightseeing includes:
Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Lhakhang Nunnery, perched on a ridge with spectacular views of the Punakha and Wangdue valleys. The temple houses a 14-foot bronze statue of Avalokiteshvara, one of the biggest in the country. The statue was handcrafted exclusively by local artisans. The temple houses a complex for higher studies and meditation center for nuns. Apart from religious trainings, the nuns are also provided skills such as embroidery, tailoring and statue making. You may also engage with the nuns who provide life skill training.
Explore the picturesque villages of Talo or Nobgang, the ancestral home of the Queen Mothers of Bhutan. The villages are scattered along a ridge above the Punakha valley at an altitude of around 2,800m and is known amongst Punakha villages for its neat and clean appearance. The women here are particularly known for their beauty.
Visit Nalanda Monastery where the monks are pursuing higher Buddhist studies and learning English as well. You may interact with the monks and chat with them. They will be more than happy to practice their English language skills with you.
Also enjoy a Mediation session at Nalanda Monastery with the monks.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight at Punakha
After breakfast, check out from hotel and proceed to Paro once again crossing over Dochu la Pass.
Continue to Paro. This beautiful valley encapsulates a rich culture, scenic beauty and hundreds of myths and legends.It is home to many of Bhutan’s oldest temples and monasteries and the country’s only airport. Mt. Jhomolhari (7,300m) reigns in white glory at the northern end of the valley, its glacial waters plunging through deep gorges to form the Pa Chu (Paro River). The Paro valley is one of the kingdom’s most fertile, producing the bulk of Bhutan’s famous red rice from its terraced fields.
On arrival, check in to hotel. In the evening, you may take a stroll in the Paro Market.
Overnight at Paro
After early breakfast, visit Kichu Lhakhang one of the oldest temples in the country. The temple is one of the 108 temples built in the Himalayas by the Tibetan king, Songtsen Gampo to subdue a demoness in the 7th century. The building of this temple marks the introduction of Buddhism in Bhutan.
Then proceed to visit the National Museum. The National Museum of Bhutan is the pride of the country. Flaunting art and traditions, it has six floors, each of them narrating a unique tale from the past. You can see paintings, art pieces, animal masks and many more facets of the rich culture. Constructed in 1649 as a watchtower against Tibetan soldiers, it was converted to the National Museum in 1968, preserving the rich history of Bhutan within its walls ever since. (Closed on Govt. Holidays)
In the afternoon, visit a farmhouse and join the family for a cooking demonstration and tasting. Enjoy a delicious lunch of fresh yak-butter tea, and home brewed liquor - fiery arra or sweet sinchang. Help them make ema datsi (cheese chili), and pancakes with red rice, served along with hot chili curries. After lunch help the family with their daily chores such as taking care of the livestock and crops. Over 85% of Bhutanese still practice subsistence farming and this affords an authentic encounter with the Bhutanese traditional way of life.
Later also visit Rinpung Dzong – One of the finest examples of architecture, the Rinpung Dzong, also known as the Paro Dzong, has a very spiritual environment. Beautifully lit-up at night, the dzong has many illustrations portraying the life of Buddha. A hike to the top of the fortress welcomes you with the spectacular view of nearby valleys. The dzong also holds the colorful annual festival Paro Tshechu which makes it even more impressive than it already is.
On the way back also watch a game of archery at the archery grounds in Paro – A great way of viewing Bhutanese culture in action. (Subject to availability)
Overnight at Paro
In the Morning go for Taktsang Hike also called as Tiger’s Nest. Every walking guest find this trip little challenging because of the elevation gain and the dramatic walks through the gorge.
We start the day with a 30 minutes’ drive to the starting point of Taktsang hike. Start the uphill walk slowly so that you can get use to with the altitude, which is 600-700 meters above the valley floor. In an hour’s time we should get to the cafeteria, which is like 3 kms. Have refreshment here and enjoy a scenic hike for another 3 kms uphill till the temple. We walk uphill till for half the journey and then fairly easy till the last view point. From here we will walk down the gorge and up till the temple. Visit the temple and come back to the cafeteria for lunch. This will take around 2-3 hours and if you think you need a horse ride up the hill, please let your guide know well in advance. We would have done an average of 12kms for all the up and down walks.
In the evening, enjoy 01 hour yoga session in Paro.
Overnight at Paro
After breakfast, check out from hotel, get transferred to Paro airport and board your onward international flight to tour native place. (Reach International airport before 3 hours)
Tour Ends With Sweet Memories!!!
Nestled in the Himalayan Thimphu Valley, this high-end hotel is 1 km from the animals at Motithang Takin Preserve and 2 km from Tashichho Dzong, a Buddhist monastery and fortress. Featuring wood screens and cloud murals, the posh rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens, marble bathrooms and mountain views. All have tea and coffeemaking facilities, and pull-out sofas; upgraded rooms add balconies. Plush suites include living rooms and free-standing tubs; some are bi-level with spiral staircases. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities include 2 polished eateries, an elegant bar and a tea lounge. There's also a spa, a heated indoor pool and a gym.
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Set on forested hillside and occupying Bhutanese-style buildings, this elegant hotel is 2 km from Rinpung Dzong monastery, and 3 km from the National Museum of Bhutan. The chic, contemporary rooms have free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and DVD players, as well as minibars, tea and coffeemaking facilities and mountain views. Suites add separate living areas and wet bars. Private villas have indoor and outdoor living spaces, kitchens, and separate rooms for spa treatments. Room service is available. Amenities include an upscale restaurant with terrace dining, and a bar. There's also a luxe spa with an indoor pool.
Designed to reflect the rich cultural heritage of Bhutan’s captivating capital, our first hotel in this unique and special country draws its inspiration from the Four Harmonious Friends, a beloved national folktale which describes an elephant, a rabbit, a monkey and a partridge working together to harvest fruit from a magical tree. Each of the four guest floors of the hotel is dedicated to a different animal from the tale, and each of our 83 well-appointed guest rooms and suites feature colourful and contemporary motifs to match. Alongside a beautiful lobby adorned with local artworks, facilities at dusitD2 Yarkay Thimphu include a Thai spa, a fully equipped gym, an international all-day-dining restaurant, a vibrant bar, and the first authentic Thai restaurant in Bhutan. Located in the heart of Thimphu City, the hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Buddha Point (Kuensel-Phodrang), the iconic Tashichho Dzong, the Royal Botanical Park, and Clock Tower Square. Paro International Airport is only one hour away by car.
Polished rooms in a serene hotel on a mountainside with dining, a spa & traditional hot stone baths.
Airy rooms in a polished hotel offering a restaurant, a spa & forested mountain views.
Set against the Himalayas, this polished, palatial hotel built to resemble a 17th-century fortress overlooks the Paro River and is 4 km from the airport, and 7 km from Rinpung Dzong, a famed Buddhist monastery/fortress. Chic rooms feature traditional Buddhist art, and have hardwood floors and paneled walls. All offer flat-screens, and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, as well as Wi-Fi (fee). Rooms feature mountain, river or garden views, and suites add wet bars and soaking tubs. There's a luxe spa, an indoor pool and a gym, as well as 2 restaurants and a bar. A business center and meeting facilities are also available.
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Polished rooms in a serene hotel on a mountainside with dining, a spa & traditional hot stone baths.
RKPO Green Resort sits in the heart of the verdant and lush Punakha Valley. Flanked by thick pine forests, it overlooks the Punakha valley and hundreds of paddy fields that stair-step down to the valley floor. It is surrounded by plentiful walking and trekking trails. From RKPO Resort, it is just a five-minute trek down to the mountain to the magnificent Chimmi lhakhang;the temple of the divine mad man( dharma yogi), which houses one of the amazing statues of the divine mad man) in the country. It is entirely the handiwork of local Bhutanese artisans. The temple is also a centre of higher learning and meditation for monks RKPO marries contemporary design with this Himalayan Kingdoms ancient and alluring ways. At the core of the RKPO philosophy lies the sense of simplicity and peace that permeates everything about Bhutan.
Located thirty minutes from Paro International Airport, Naksel Boutique Hotel & Spa is a luxury retreat where the comforts of man and the presence of nature combine for a peaceful escape in the hills of Bhutan. Nestled on the edge of the national forest and the quiet Ngoba Village, Naksel derives its name from the Dzongka translation of 'Forest,' which is only fitting for this Himalayan sanctuary. The main lodge and surrounding cottages of Naksel rests on more than six acres for forest land, at 2700 meters above sea level. All rooms at Naksel is traditionally designed in Bhutanese craftmanship with modern amenities. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with multi cable channels, own tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. All rooms boast of unparalleled views of Mount Jumolhari, Taktsang Monastery, Sangachoekhor Monastery, and the Paro valley below.
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Taj Tashi |
| Gangtey | Gangtey Lodge Bhutan |
| Punakha | Six Senses |
| Paro | COMO Uma |
| Period - Opulent | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 April 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 | For Price Please Contact Us. |
| 01 Oct 2021 - 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | DusitD2 Yarkay |
| Gangtey | Gangtey Lodge Bhutan |
| Punakha | Dhensa Boutique Resort |
| Paro | Le Meridien, Riverfront |
| Period - Luxury | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 April 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 | For Price Please Contact Us. |
| 01 Oct 2021 - 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us. |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
| Place | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Thimphu | Hotel Druk Bhutan |
| Gangtey | Gangtey Lodge Bhutan |
| Punakha | RKPO Green Resort |
| Paro | Naksel Boutique Hotel & SPA |
| Period - Economy | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 16 April 2021 - 30 Sep 2022 | For Price Please Contact Us. |
| 01 Oct 2021 - 31 March 2022 | For Price Please Conatct Us. |
Price may be higher during New Year Period (20 Dec - 05 Jan)
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